Emotional stuff

Why me?

The shock of a cancer diagnosis can bring about a number of strong emotions for the person diagnosed, along with friends and family members. Many people think “Why is this happening, why me, what did I do wrong?” Emotions may include fear, helplessness, anger, loneliness and confusion. The diagnosis may seem unfair for you or the person diagnosed.

Recovery from these emotions will take time, and sometimes emotional recovery can take longer than physical recovery. Each individual reacts and copes in their own unique way. Some people can accept a cancer diagnosis almost immediately, while for others it may take longer for them to adapt. What is important to understand is that there is no right or wrong emotions or ways of dealing with the feelings that cancer brings.