Cancer Care Counselling
Cancer is a broad group of diseases which involves abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. Not just a physical illness, cancer significantly impacts emotional and psychological health as well.
Common Symptoms of Cancer Include
- Unexplained Weight Loss: Losing weight without changes in diet or exercise routines.
- Persistent Fatigue: Feeling tired all the time, regardless of rest.
- Pain: Persistent or intermittent pain that does not improve and whose cause is not known.
- Skin Changes: Including darkening, yellowing, reddening of the skin, sores that won’t heal, or changes to existing moles.
- Changes in Bowel or Bladder Habits: Persistent changes which might include constipation, diarrhea, or changes in the consistency of stool.
- Unusual Bleeding or Discharge: This could occur in the stool, urine, or as unusual vaginal bleeding.
- Lumps or Thickening: Detectable lumps in the breast, testicles, or other parts of the body.
- Indigestion or Difficulty Swallowing: Persistent digestive or swallowing issues.
These symptoms can lead to significant anxiety, affecting the individual’s and their family’s sense of well-being and security.
How Counselling at MANOURJA Effectively Treats Cancer
Counselling plays a crucial role in cancer care by addressing the psychological and emotional aspects of the disease. Effective Counselling can enhance the quality of life for cancer patients and provide essential support for their families.
- Emotional Support: Counselling offers a space to express and process complex emotions related to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and future uncertainties.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps patients manage anxiety and depression by addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
- Family Counselling: Provides support for family members, helping them cope with their emotional responses and improve communication with the patient.
- Stress Management Techniques: Techniques such as mindfulness meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery can help manage the stress of treatment and the disease.
- Existential Counselling: Helps patients explore meanings and values, which can be particularly impactful when confronting life-threatening illness.
Steps in MANOURJA’s Counselling Process for Cancer
- Comprehensive Assessment: Understanding the emotional and psychological impact of the cancer diagnosis on the patient and their family.
- Goal Setting: Establishing goals focused on managing emotional distress, enhancing coping strategies, and maintaining mental health during treatment.
- Development of a Personalized Treatment Plan: Tailoring interventions that may include individual therapy, family Counselling, and stress management strategies.
- Regular Counselling Sessions: Providing ongoing support throughout different stages of cancer treatment, addressing changes in mood, coping needs, and family dynamics.
- Continuous Monitoring and Support: Adapting Counselling strategies as the patient’s needs evolve throughout their treatment journey.
“Each day holds a promise for hope and strength—embrace it, and let it light your way.”
Counselling at MANOURJA supports individuals with cancer by offering empathetic, specialized care designed to address the holistic needs of patients and their families, fostering resilience and improving overall well-being during their cancer journey.