USA: National Cancer Institute: Coping with Your Feelings During Advanced Cancer

November 11, 2025

This webpage by the National Cancer Institute describes the wide range of emotions people may experience when living with cancer and acknowledges how life changes after a terminal diagnosis. It offers understanding and empathy for these feelings and shares personal tips and insights from others with end-stage cancer to help individuals cope and find comfort.

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Emergency assistance

When things feel too heavy to carry on your own, reaching out can make a difference. This section connects you to 24/7 crisis helplines and services that will listen, support, and help keep you safe.

LIFELINE: 13 11 14

BEYOND BLUE: 1300 224 636

SUICIDE CALLBACK SERVICE: 1300 659 467

KIDS HELPLINE (Help for under 25s): 1800 55 1800

13 YARN (for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People): 13 92 76

USA: National Cancer Institute: Coping with Your Feelings During Advanced Cancer

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