There's often a belief that psychological support is only worth seeking when emotions are completely out of control, a crisis occurs, or when one simply "can't take it anymore." However, psycho-oncology isn't a last-ditch option—and it's not intended solely for those in crisis. Cancer is an experience that affects significantly […]

Laughter—like conscious breathing—is one of the simplest tools for supporting our health, which we can reach for every day. It requires no preparation, equipment, or special conditions, and its effect on the body is noticeable almost immediately. The importance of laughter was recognized even in ancient times. Hippocrates wrote that joy and laughter, like sadness, come from […]

What does it really mean to rest? To stop doing something? To lie down? To fall silent? To not think about it? Sometimes that's exactly what we need – stillness, sleep, silence, and a break from our responsibilities. But sometimes, even after many hours of sleep, a day of "doing nothing," or two weeks of vacation, we still don't feel rested. Why is this? One of the most interesting answers […]

Hair loss during cancer treatment is one of the most frequently reported and often psychologically distressing side effects of therapy. While medically predictable, from a psychological perspective it is a real experience of loss that can significantly impact the emotional well-being of the individual. Many patients, both male and female, report […]

It's no exaggeration to say that sleep is good for your health. Sleep—provided it's good quality—is one of the foundations of physical and mental health. In 2017, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash, and Michael W. Young for their discovery of the molecular mechanisms controlling the circadian rhythm, or internal clock […]

Cancer rarely affects only the body. In practice, it becomes an experience of the entire system of relationships—partnership, family, friendships, and the workplace. A cancer diagnosis introduces changes into these relationships, and very often alters their dynamics. One of the more difficult questions that sometimes arises is: why did some stay and others disappear? The answer is rarely simple, because people's reactions […]

What is an oncology consultation? A consultation is a meeting of a team of specialists who discuss a specific patient's situation. In oncology, this may include a clinical oncologist, surgeon, radiation therapist, radiologist, pathologist, and psycho-oncologist, among others. The goal of the consultation is to determine the best, most optimal, and tailored treatment plan. Why is the consultation so important? Cancer is a complex disease, so therapeutic decisions […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly entering various areas of our lives, supporting us not only at work but also in everyday, ordinary activities. That's why it's so important to know how to use it and remember that AI doesn't replace humans—it's a tool meant to support and assist. Research conducted among Americans […]

The holidays are a time many people associate with warmth, closeness, and tradition. Colorful lights and advertisements everywhere scream festive spirit… During times of mourning, this time can be especially difficult – against the backdrop of all this, the feeling of loss, emptiness, and longing becomes more apparent. An empty seat at the table is not a symbol, but a real experience. Memories can come flooding back: in […]

In the context of the upcoming holidays, we often talk about rituals – those yearly activities related to preparation and celebration. Sometimes they are universal and widely known, and sometimes they are very specific to a specific region, family, or even a single person. It is these rituals that create the festive atmosphere: the smells from the kitchen, favorite flavors, background songs, the same […]