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cognitive behavioural therapy

Samantha1994
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Hi,

Have any of you tried CBT at all to help you cope with feelings or managing emotions? 

My mum seems to have some really bad days (she has secondary breast cancer) and on her treatment days she crys all day long. 

Desperate to try anything that will help her, just wondered if anybody had any views on CBT in particular? 

Thanks

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    Hi Samantha,

    I've not had any direct experience of CBT but it has to be worth a try. It is a highly effective form of therapy with a good evidence base.

    Ideally all cancer patients would be offered Mental Health support and CBT in particular as part of a holistic package of care to help us cope with the psychological impact but that rarely seems to happen.

     

    Best wishes
    Dave

     

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    Hi Samantha,

    I've not had any direct experience of CBT but it has to be worth a try. It is a highly effective form of therapy with a good evidence base.

    Ideally all cancer patients would be offered Mental Health support and CBT in particular as part of a holistic package of care to help us cope with the psychological impact but that rarely seems to happen.

     

    Best wishes
    Dave

     

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