Cancer can have a profound effect on a person’s emotional and psychological well-being. The following signs and symptoms may indicate the need for psycho-oncology support:
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Anxiety
Worrying excessively about the diagnosis, treatment, and future can lead to heightened feelings of anxiety. Anxiety can manifest as restlessness, difficulty concentrating, and a constant sense of fear.
Post-Traumatic Stress
Some patients may experience trauma-related symptoms following their diagnosis or treatment, such as nightmares, flashbacks, or emotional numbness. This may occur after a particularly difficult treatment process or hospital stay.
Social Isolation
Patients may withdraw from friends and family due to the emotional and physical toll of cancer treatment, leading to loneliness and social isolation.
Depression
Feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or a lack of interest in activities that once brought joy are common among cancer patients. Depression may also result in difficulty sleeping or eating, and withdrawal from social interactions.
Guilt
Some patients feel guilty about their diagnosis, especially if they believe their lifestyle choices led to the cancer. Additionally, guilt may arise from a perceived inability to care for family members or meet personal responsibilities.
Fatigue
Mental and emotional exhaustion can be just as debilitating as physical fatigue. Cancer patients often experience fatigue as a result of both treatment and emotional strain.
Stress
Cancer treatment often involves many changes and uncertainties, which can lead to high levels of stress. Patients may feel overwhelmed by medical appointments, side effects, and the financial burden of treatment.
Fear of Recurrence
Many cancer patients live with a constant fear that their cancer will return after successful treatment. This can lead to increased anxiety and even avoidance of follow-up care.
