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Hello. I have just joined this site and I was wondering if anyone can help me. I'm 16 and I'm going through a load of stuff with my dad. He has terminal cancer and he only has a few months to live. It's hard knowing that my dad won't be able to see me grow up and be proud of me and also he won't be able to watch me walk down the isle (when I do) can someone give me some tips on how to cope with it please. Thank you 

 

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    I am so very sorry to hear your news. It’s hearbreakng and confusing and distressing especially at such a young age.

    I have been where you are as well. Can I ask do you have immediate family to support you and your Dad.

    The advise I can give you is take each day as it comes, enjoy the time you have together, enjoy that time. 

    Can I ask what Cancer he has ?

    macmillan have an advice line to call if you need people with anything.

    love

    sarah 

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    Sorry to hear and yes all your great milestones will pass and dad will not be here but in spirit you know he’ll be right by your side. Maybe your school or GP can offer you counselling with or without family members. 

    dont feel you need to disclose all the details of his cancer, it doesn’t matter, what’s important is your well being now and after dad is no longer here. Seek out some help now, to help you cope. 

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