How do you cope with depression after a cervical cancer diagnosis?

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JS

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5 months ago

I have struggled with depression and anxiety most of my adult life. After being diagnosed with Stage 3B cervical cancer back in October 2024, my mental has gotten bad…..I feel like a constant burden to everyone around me. I constantly question what have I done in my life to deserve this diagnosis…but the 3 things that keep me going are my children. They need me and I will continue to kick this cancers A$$

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Dealing with depression alongside a cancer diagnosis creates an incredibly heavy emotional burden, and those feelings of questioning "why me" are something many in this community understand deeply. The love for your children that keeps you fighting shows tremendous strength, and finding ways to manage both the mental health challenges and cancer journey often requires reaching out for professional support when possible. This community is here to remind you that you're not alone in facing these dual battles, and your determination to keep going matters more than you might realize right now.

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MM

Community Member

5 months ago

Get 2nd or 3rd opinion or clinical trials...don't hesitate...

MM

Community Member

5 months ago

I just had my bladder removed. Hysterectomy & lymph nodes..stage 3 awaiting chemo

LH

Community Member

5 months ago

Hang in there 😁

CM

Community Member

5 months ago

I've had depression and anxiety also now for about 35 years and couple years ago I was diagnosed with Stage 2B high grade Serous carcinoma ovarian cancer . Luckily I found a therapist who is really helping me work through my emotions. Sending you all my positive energy

CA

Community Member

5 months ago

Dealing with depression alongside a cancer diagnosis creates an incredibly heavy emotional burden, and those feelings of questioning "why me" are something many in this community understand deeply. The love for your children that keeps you fighting shows tremendous strength, and finding ways to manage both the mental health challenges and cancer journey often requires reaching out for professional support when possible. This community is here to remind you that you're not alone in facing these dual battles, and your determination to keep going matters more than you might realize right now.

How do you cope with depression after a cervical cancer diagnosis?

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