Oct 4, 2024
As patients develop cancer at younger ages, psycho-oncologists are studying the mental health impact
While increased awareness of the growing rates of cancer in younger populations is important, psychologists say the conversation needs to...
Sep 5, 2024
Pediatric psychologist explains how to support your child's development after a cancer diagnosis
Emily McTate, Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic pediatric psychologist who specializes in oncology, explains how proactively supporting your child's...
Aug 9, 2018
Interventions crucial to offset negative impact of psychological symptoms on childhood cancer surviv
Interventions are needed to address the interrupted psychosocial and psychological developments associated with cancer treatment and late...
Mar 8, 2018
Many adolescent and young adult cancer survivors have more social connections than peers
Survivors of adolescent and young adult cancer often have stronger social networks than their non-cancer peers, according to St. Jude...
Jul 5, 2017
Childhood cancer - the emotional stages for parents
Hearing the doctor say the words “your child has cancer” will never be easy to hear. Parents go through several stages throughout this...
Apr 4, 2017
Young cancer patients may lag peers in social functioning for years
Child and young adult cancer patients often struggle to lead a normal social life, and even two years after being diagnosed, many still...