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Relationship damage from cancer
Has anyone experienced significant damage to their relationship from a cancer diagnosis? My partner has stayed by my side and supported me throughout my treatment, but now that I'm coming out the o...
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It's sad. Mine said he loved me but i hardly saw him -spent most of his time at his other house, got involved with online romance romance scams, sent $70K overseas. We're now divorced, took 3 years. Just sad!
Sorry to hear of the struggles you are experiencing in your relationship - it must be a really difficult time. While others share there own experiences, we thought you may find the below resources helpline during this time:
- The view from the other side of the bed: the partner’s perspective
- BCNA’s booklet 'I wish I could fix it’: Supporting your partner through breast cancer has information for partners of people diagnosed with breast cancer in the last 12 months.
- information for men on depression and anxiety
- Cancer Council 13 11 20 - offer counselling for individuals or couples who are impacted by cancer.
- Relationships Australia offering services that inform, educate and empower
- MensLine Australia: Free help, referrals & counselling for men
Please feel free to reach out to our BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258.