Breast Cancer Awareness
October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth.
It's important to be aware of how this disease affects physical health, but also of how it affects mental health.
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can shake your world, leading to shock, depression, and anxiety. As cancer treatment progresses, you may find your mood, friendships, and relationships impacted by the experience.
Symptoms of depression also impact survival rates: mortality rates are up to 26x higher in cancer patients with depressive symptoms, according to the American Psychological Association.
Breast cancer survivors can continue to experience the psychological effects of the disease long after remission. Anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are common among breast cancer survivors, according to the Young Survival Coalition.
It's important to take care of yourself and your loved ones if you or someone you care about is facing a breast cancer diagnosis. Holistic therapy can help you navigate the challenging emotional landscape brought on by cancer -- contact Life by Design Therapy to learn more 💙
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