Dealing with Stuff
When your friends family member has cancer
If your friends family member has cancer, this section has information and tips to help you understand what's going on.
Fact sheets
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For the guys
Alright, men. This factsheet is just for you. We know it's hard for blokes to talk about feelings. -
Supporting a friend whose sibling or parent has cancer
This will be one of the toughest things your friend will ever experience. -
Talking to a friend who has a family member with cancer
Talking to a friend for the first time after you’ve found out their family member has cancer can seem REALLY scary. -
Things to avoid when your friend's sibling or parent has cancer
There are lots of things that you might think will be helpful, but aren’t necessarily appropriate for someone dealing with cancer in the family. -
Things your friend may experience when their sibling or parent has cancer
Your friend is most likely feeling scared, overwhelmed, anxious, worried and helpless. -
Tips when your friend's sibling or parent has cancer
There are so many things you can do to help your friend. Remember that you know your friend well and you know what they like.
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