Hi Croyde,

A very warm welcome to our forum.

I am sorry to hear why you're here and can confirm that these changes can unfortunately, happen. If you pop brain tumour and "personality changes",  "aggression", or something similar, into the search forum box at the top of this page, you should find others who have struggled with this problem too. It can be difficult for friends to appreciate the changes, when they are not living with your husband, but there are plenty of people here who have had this experience and can offer the benefit of their experience.

If this is all getting difficult for you, have you thought of talking to a counsellor? Maggie's, The Haven and similar charities are dotted throughout the country and many offer these services, free of charge. You will find that it helps to talk to someone about your feelings, even if it is only to strangers, with first hand experience of what you are going through.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thank you for your response Jolamine, it's nice to know someone is listening.Im certainly not as articulate as you.I will be looking at support groups as at the moment all I have is crying alone or feeling sorry for myself..I wish you a happy New year and good health xx

Hi Croyde,

We are certainly listening and know just how difficult this is for you. I don't know what part of the country you live in, but there is a charity called Brain Tumour Support which is based at 7a St Mary Street, Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, BS35 2AB, Support line 01454 422 701. They also have a Facebook forum. The charity works in partnership with Macmillan and can offer one-to-one support to patients and families across the UK. I have no personal experience of this group, but you might find them helpful.

Don't worry about crying - this is a good stress reliever.

Remember that we are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Croyde,

I'm new to the forum and to cancer.

My mum was diagnosed this week.

I've been thinking for months that my mum has been so different, less aware/understanding of those around her, short and snappy. So much so that we saw less of her as I was struggling to deal with it. Now don't I feel like an awful daughter!

Hope you are well x