Mental Health and Cancer - Emotional and Social Challenges After Treatment

Learn to navigate the complex emotional and social challenges that arise during cancer survivorship in this 29-minute discussion featuring Nancy Borstelmann, PhD, MPH, LCSW, from Yale Cancer Center. Explore evidence-based strategies for managing mental health concerns that commonly emerge after cancer treatment concludes, including anxiety, depression, fear of recurrence, and adjustment difficulties. Discover how to address social challenges such as relationship changes, workplace reintegration, and communication with family and friends about your cancer experience. Gain insights into recognizing when professional mental health support may be beneficial and understand the resources available to cancer survivors. Examine the psychological transition from active treatment to survivorship and develop practical coping mechanisms for maintaining emotional well-being throughout your recovery journey.