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My mum is just not coping with my diagnosis
Hi everyone
My 72 yr old mum is just not coping with the news I have breast cancer. She has had an incredibly difficult life and now having to cope with my dad with dementia her outlook on things i...
Hi Nadi,
My Mum is about the same age and was an absolute horror with her anxiety over my diagnosis and treatment. I had to keep reminding myself its because she cares but seriously, dealing with her was worse than dealing with the cancer! She fought with me over everything, right down to what pyjamas I should wear in the hospital.
Eventually she made some friends in the radiation waiting room and settled down. Do you think your Mum would join a support group so that she can talk about her feelings with people other than you? That gives you some space and her an outlet for her worries, and she will be able to see things from other perspectives.
cheers
Mira