IS PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT NECESSARY FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENTS?

Patients who receive psychological support have an easier time adapting to their illness and current situation. Psychological support is patient-centered, short-term, and focused on problem-solving.

Patients who receive psychological support find it easier to adapt to their illness and current situation. Psychological support is patient-centered, short-term, and focused on problem-solving. In patients treated for psychological and psychiatric problems:

Mental health balance is maintained,
Perception of medical information becomes easier,
Collaboration with the doctor and treatment team is enhanced,
Psychological adaptation to the illness is achieved,
Possible side effects from treatment are reduced,
Effective methods for living with and coping with the illness are learned,
New and positive thoughts about the illness are developed,
Balanced relationships with family and social circles are established and maintained.