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Getting help for yourself and for family and friends
Feeling sad, anxious or scared is perfectly normal for them, but it should not last more than a certain number of days after diagnosis...
How to handle questions about death with children?
Surely, it may be the most upsetting question to answer, even though you may not feel comfortable about it, it is recommended not to ignore talk about it. Dr. Boinon gives her advice in this video...
What to avoid in telling your children about your cancer?
What to tell, how to handle once you've announced the news. There is certain language to avoid leaving him/her feeling guilty or responsible for your condition. In this video, Dr. Boinon can help you manage this situation...
How to handle the questions from your child about your cancer?
In this video, Dr. Boinon explains how to handle your child's reaction once you break the news. It's perfectly normal for your child to feel sad, angry or even upset...
What to explain to your child about your cancer
In this video, Dr. Boinon reveals how to explain your treatment to your children and the steps that you will go through with them to explain any temporary side effects that might occur...
How and when to explain your cancer to your child
Reveal everything right away or gradually? Wait or not wait? In this video, Dr. Boinon provides advice to guide you on how and when to tell your child about your illness...
How to detect when a child is distressed?
Once you've told your child about your illness, it's perfectly normal for him or her to feel sad, scared and even angry. However, if this situation persists and you and/or other people notice changes...
How to get help?
According to Dr. Boinon, if you are having trouble breaking the news of your cancer to your child or recognize a change in your child's behaviour, it can be useful to seek professional help...
Talking about cancer with close friends and relatives
Deciding whether and when to talk about cancer with your loved ones is a personal decision. But keep in mind that friends and family can help you feel less isolated and can also help you unload your burden...
When should you tell your close friends and relatives about your diagnosis?
Breaking the news of breast cancer to loved ones is a delicate and difficult situation to handle. First you should come to terms with what your doctor has told you and as a guide, share the news...
Choosing a close friend or relative to talk to
Whether to confide in someone or not is a decision that is completely up to you. It's important to evaluate your relationship and how this person will be able to help you...
Knowing how to ask family and friends for help
While facing breast cancer, you must know when to reach out for help when you need it, even if you are not used to doing so. Feel free to make your family and close friends understand...
Dealing with family and friends
Family and friends, full of good intentions to cheer you up, may sometimes manage the situation badly and not deal with it in the best fashion...
Telling your children about your illness
Telling your child about your illness may be difficult because you find it hard to accept the diagnosis or you worry about scaring your child. Hiding this type of secret may actually be even more harmful...
Dealing with loved ones
A diagnosis of cancer affects not only those with the cancer, but also their family and friends. ln fact, while about 30% of women with breast cancer experience significant distress...
