Cancer affects not only physical health, but also emotional, social and professional life. In the face of diagnosis, treatment, uncertainty and often many limitations, emotions become intense and often difficult to contain. One of them is anger – an emotion that is often misunderstood and even condemned. Meanwhile, anger is not a mistake or […]

The growing interest in supportive therapies in the treatment of cancer diseases means that patients and doctors are increasingly reaching for methods that alleviate the side effects of conventional treatment and improve the quality of life of the patient. One of the most commonly used forms of complementary medicine is acupuncture – a method derived from Chinese medicine, which involves inserting very thin needles into specific points on the body […]

The ever-increasing number of cancer diagnoses and emerging questions about the causes of the disease mobilize researchers and scientists to intensive searches. Because knowing the causes, understanding the disease gives a greater chance for full recovery. In the integrative approach, this search is not limited to the physical body. It also includes emotions, spirituality, relationships, and the environment, assuming that every disease has […]

The increasing number of cancer diagnoses and the accompanying questions about the causes of this disease are driving researchers and scientists to conduct intensive investigations. Understanding the underlying causes and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the disease offers a better chance of a full recovery. In an integrative approach, these investigations extend beyond the physical […]

 “Don’t give up.” “You have to be strong.” “Fight, don’t lose hope!” We hear and say these words often – out of concern, a need to support our spirits, a desire to express solidarity. But do we consider how much weight they really have? Can they help? Or maybe, on the contrary, do they add to the burden? In psycho-oncology, we increasingly pay attention to the language […]

A cancer diagnosis is a crisis situation that releases a lot of tension and stress. The clash with our own mortality, fear for the future and the effectiveness of treatment - all this makes us constantly vigilant and agitated. Our nervous system is on maximum alert. Can we help it? Firstly - we need to shorten the perspective and divide the treatment plan into stages. […]

Mastectomy is an experience that can have consequences that are not only physical, but also emotional. Although it is a procedure that saves health and life, for many women it is also associated with a profound change in the way they experience themselves and their bodies. Losing a breast can become an experience that touches on the sphere of femininity, identity, and relationships. It is not always just about […]

Prayer is a form of communication with a higher power or deity and is a common practice in most religions. It can take many forms and have many different goals, depending on the culture, belief system, and individual beliefs. In some spiritual practices, prayer may take the form of meditation, specific rituals, or even acts of sacrifice. Documented human history shows that religion, […]

The end of cancer treatment is a moment that many patients look forward to with hope. However, life after the disease often involves new challenges – physical, emotional and social. Fear of the disease returning, changes in appearance, problems in relationships or the need to find new goals are just some of the aspects that can be challenges after the end of treatment. How […]