It appears that just about the majority of cancer treatment patients are left to their own devices when it comes to coping with the emotional stress connected to both the diagnosis and treatment of this disease. Lack of information or skills necessary to manage the cancer; emotional problems such as anxiety and/or depression; a lack of transportation or other resources; and, disruptions to work, school or family life are believed to contribute to poor adherence to therapy protocols and a slower return to health.
It is considered a necessary standard of care to offer psychosocial support to all patients who have been given the "cancer" diagnosis. I was very surprised to find out that this support is either thought not to be important or, at least, of some value, by many in the medical community. The head researcher made much the same observation. Are we still in the Middle Ages when it comes to understanding the importance of emotional support and health? It would appear so. How very sad.
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