Scanxiety Mailbag

05/27/21 • 48 min

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Scanxiety never goes away, and it looks like neither do the voicemail submissions! This episode of TCPP is a bonus mailbag episode featuring more voicemail submissions from the cancer community, all centered around the complicated layers of scanxiety.

Resources:

"Scanxiety": https://blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2019/02/5-tips-for-reducing-scanxiety/

Vy Nguyen Koller Grant from Send It Foundation: https://www.senditfoundation.org/programs/vy-grant/

This episode of The Cancer Patient podcast was made possible by Send It Foundation. Send It provides free outdoor adventures such as skiing, surfing, mtn biking, and backpacking for young adult cancer survivors. The mission of the Send It Foundation is to inspire positivity, courage, and gratitude in young adult cancer survivors by creating a vital community through shared experience.

The Cancer Patient Podcast is produced by Layla Moheimani and engineered by Layla Moheimani and Isaiah Ashburn. Our executive producers are Katie Schou and Caroline Schou. Theme music written and performed by Heritage Park.

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Resources:

"Scanxiety": https://blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2019/02/5-tips-for-reducing-scanxiety/

Vy Nguyen Koller Grant from Send It Foundation: https://www.senditfoundation.org/programs/vy-grant/

To keep up with The Cancer Patient podcast and additional content, follow us on Instagram @thecancerpatient and on Twitter @ogcancerpatient.

Previous Episode

Scanxiety

'Scanxiety' can be defined as (thanks to Tumblr circa 2004) the feelings of nervousness and apprehension that come in anticipation of a scan or test which determines remission or recurrence. It’s about worrying, but more so about remembering - what might happen, but also what did happen. This episode of TCPP digs into the layers of scanxiety - what it is, how and when it shows up, and different tools and strategies for coping with this complex piece of the cancer experience.
Resources:

"Scanxiety": https://blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2019/02/5-tips-for-reducing-scanxiety/
Dan's House of Hope: https://danshouseofhope.org
Breathing Exercises: https://www.parsleyhealth.com/blog/breathing-exercises-for-anxiety/
Learn more about Lee and Send It's virtual programming: https://www.senditfoundation.org/zoom-zoom-zoom/

*Disclaimer: This episode of The Cancer Patient Podcast was recorded in the winter of 2020.

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Cancer and Relationships

There are friends that drop off a care package, and there are friends you can call at 2am. A cancer diagnosis often results in tricky dynamics in our relationships, whether it’s with our significant others, family members, or friends. Some relationships are not built to withstand a cancer diagnosis, while others become stronger and closer as a result. This episode of TCPP dives into the many ways our relationships are impacted by a cancer diagnosis, in both good and challenging ways. We hear from a number of listeners about their experiences, and learn helpful tips for how to approach sensitive dynamics, set boundaries, and communicate effectively when relationships are on the line. Plus, how good intentions can backfire when it comes to relationships (hello, toxic positivity!)

Resources:

How Cancer Affects Your Relationships: https://www.webmd.com/cancer/how-cancer-affects-relationships

Send It Foundation Adventure Programs: https://www.senditfoundation.org

Toxic Positivity: https://thepsychologygroup.com/toxic-positivity/

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