Feel you must put up with serious displays of temper or mood swings You shouldnt accept disruptive or abusive behavior.

How do you support someone with cancer. When asking for cancer support play to the strengths of individual friends and family says Terri Ades MS APRN-BC AOCN director of cancer information at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta. Cancer is frightening both for those receiving the diagnosis and the people who love them. So you want to support a loved one who has received a cancer diagnosis.

Here are some practical ideas. You can support the person with cancer by listening and talking with them. When someone receives a diagnosis of cancer the range and intensity of.

It can be hard to know what to say and when to say it. Drive them to the hospital for blood tests and appointments. They need to feel like a valuable contributing member of the company or.

Do not try to talk when one of you is busy or tired. Cancer patients can easily feel depressed and their energy level can be very low says Nippoda. Help with the cleaning or laundry.

Offer advice they dont ask for or be judgmental. Expect a range. Choose a time and place when you will be able to talk without being interrupted.

Return or pick up library. Control your emotions but be honest. When someone close to you receives a cancer diagnosis the news can hit hard.