Diagnoses and treatment of cancer can bring in a vast range of psycho social challenges. Patients with cancer may become emotionally overwhelmed at any stage of their illness and emotions can range from common normal feelings such as vulnerability, sadness, uncertainty to even major psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, etc. The field of psycho-oncology focuses on addressing the psychological reactions/responses of the patients with cancer as well as their family members/caregivers, at all stages of the illness. During this difficult time psychological support can be of benefit both for the patient and their family members.
