Patient Psychology

A serious or chronic illness affects not only the body but the whole life of the patient and the people who love them. In this section we describe what patients may go through in cancer, SMA, dialysis, organ transplantation and dementia, how family and friends can respond, and the different needs of children, teenagers, adults and older patients. Always consult your doctor about medical decisions.

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Elderly Parent Refuses to See a Doctor: Persuading Without a Battle of Wills

How do you talk to an elderly parent who refuses to see a doctor? Read about the fears behind refusal, approaches that protect dignity and when not to wait.

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Hospital Visit Etiquette: How Long to Stay and What to Talk About

What is hospital visit etiquette? How long to stay, what to bring and what to talk about in hospital or at home, with age differences and example sentences.

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Avoiding a Sick Friend: Pulling Away When You Don't Know What to Say

Avoiding a sick friend, putting off the call for weeks, then feeling regret? Here are the reasons behind it and ways to reach your friend again.

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My Baby Has Been Diagnosed: The First Days After Bad News

What do parents go through when their baby has been diagnosed? A guide to shock, guilt, bonding, partners' differing reactions and telling family.

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Asking Why Me During Illness: Anger and the Search for Meaning

Asking why me during illness often comes with anger and a sense of injustice after diagnosis. How can you live with it and make room for meaning?

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Spoiling a Sick Child: Balancing Pity and Boundaries

Is spoiling a sick child really a kindness? Guidance on balancing love and limits for families who cannot bring themselves to set rules for an ill child.

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Body Image After Breast Cancer: Getting to Know the Mirror Again

How does body image change after breast cancer? Calm, practical guidance for women coping with scars, hair loss and weight change, and for those close to them.

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Mother of a Child With Cerebral Palsy: Exhaustion, Hope and Room for Yourself

What does it feel like to be the mother of a child with cerebral palsy? Guidance for mothers who forget themselves amid exhaustion, guilt and hope.

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The Pressure to Stay Positive: A Patient's Right to Be Sad

How does the pressure to stay positive affect someone who is ill? Read about the guilt of always being strong, the right to be sad and what loved ones can say.

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Preparing a Child for Surgery: What to Say and How, Age by Age

When and how should you talk to a child about an operation? A practical parents' guide to preparing a child for surgery, the day itself and afterwards.

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Child With Type 1 Diabetes: Parental Control Anxiety and the Child's Autonomy

Why does control anxiety build up in the family of a child with type 1 diabetes? Learn how to support autonomy by age and protect school life and friendships.

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How to Treat a Family Member With Cancer: A Daily Guide for Families

How should you treat a family member with cancer, and what should or shouldn't you say at home? Read about age differences and practical tips for families.

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