M A N A G I N G A N D R E D U C I N G S T R E S SCancer is one of the most stressful experiences of a person's life—affecting patients and caregivers alike.

Coping with cancer is more challenging with added stress from work, family, or financial concerns. Chronic stress may weaken the immune system, causing other health problems and decreasing feelings of well-

being. Consider the following tips to help deal with stress and better cope with cancer.

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Find Your Support System

Recognize a “New Normal”

Take Comfortin Others

Accept a Helping Hand

Explore Stress Management

Techniques

Gather Information

Plan for the Future

Be Mindful of Your Health

Do What You Can,Admit What

You Can’t

Relax Your Mind,Recharge Your Body

Be Aware ofYour Limits

Prioritize andBreak Down Tasks

SeekFinancial Advice

Spend TimeOutside

Join a Support Group

Ask forHelp

Exercise Regularly,Eat and Sleep Well

Schedule SocialActivities

Write in a Journal

Focus on ThingsYou Can Control

H O W C A N M A N A G I N G C A N C E R AT W O R KN U R S E N AV I G AT O R S H E L P ?

■ Discuss these tips with caregivers and patients. ■ Assess their needs to ensure they are prepared and supported.■ Educate and empower them to work with the medical team towards common goals.■ Find support groups and financial advice to help alleviate stress and cope.

REFERENCES:Berry,L., Dalwadi, S., & Jacobson,J. (2016). Supporting the supporters: What family caregivers need to care for a loved one with cancer. http://ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1200/ JOP.2016.017913?journalCode=jopVammen, S. (2015). 10 Tip for Caregivers http://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/American Society of Clinical Oncology. (2017). Managing Stress. http://www.cancer.net/coping-with-cancer/managing-emotions/managing-stress

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