My 8 year old
My 8 year old is really struggling with my breast cancer.
He wont talk to anyone but has asked if I am going to die.
He cries all the time and seems very angry. I dont know what to say to him - A...
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I know the Cancer Council Victoria ( Support Services and Helpline phone no is 13 11 20) has a new publication about talking to the children of women diagnosed with breast cancer. Give them a call and they'll post it out to you regardless of where you live.
It may be that your son may require some counselling sessions to enable him to work through his emotions. Ask his school to refer him to their counsellor or ask your treatment team at your hospital for their psychology department's help.
Hope this helps
Love
Joy K