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Cancer survivors: Managing your emotions after cancer treatment
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Fear of recurrence in cancer survivors
Stress in cancer survivors
Depression and anxiety in cancer survivors
Self-consciousness in cancer survivors
Loneliness in cancer survivors
Where to go for help
Depression and anxiety in cancer survivors
Lingering feelings of sadness and anger can interfere with your daily life. For many people these feelings will dissipate. But for others, these feelings can develop into depression.
Tell your doctor about your feelings. If needed, you can be referred to someone who can help you through talk therapy, medication or both. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are keys to successfully overcoming depression.