Coping on the Post-Diagnosis Rollercoaster
Breast reconstruction is an emotional journey. I often describe it as a series of waves. They are unpredictable forces of nature. They come in different…
Breast reconstruction is an emotional journey. I often describe it as a series of waves. They are unpredictable forces of nature. They come in different…
Acute crises and the burdens of illness and major life changes all impact our behavior in ways that can temporarily or permanently alter who we…
When you first experience a cancer diagnosis--or any type of trauma--it can feel as though you have been hit by a stun gun. You move…
April is Stress Awareness Month, and while we should pay attention to our stress levels regularly, it can be helpful to have a reminder. It…
One topic that surfaces at almost every Sisterhood of Support (SOS) group is how friends respond after one has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Our…
When I first began to develop the Patient Empowerment Program (PEP) that now stands as a cornerstone to our practice, I knew it needed to…
One of the most distressing concerns that surround a breast cancer diagnosis is how it will impact children in the family. Parents often feel deep…
Welcome to the final installment of Toolbox Tuesdays, a set of blog and social media posts shared in collaboration with BRCAStrong to delve into the…
Welcome back to Toolbox Tuesdays, a set of blog and social media posts shared in collaboration with BRCAStrong to delve into the minutiae of emotional…
Welcome back to Toolbox Tuesdays, a set of blog and social media posts shared in collaboration with BRCAStrong to delve into the minutiae of emotional…