Journal of Hope
As I began to think about sharing my story for this feature, we were in the middle of the Winter Olympics. I thought of the snowboarder that glides skillfully…
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Journaling for Cancer Patients Jun 24, 2010
Journaling for Your Health: The Basics
Journaling is a wonderful tool and form of expression, particulary for a patient newly diagnosed with cancer. A journal is a safe and private place to fully explore your emotions and to describe how you are feeling. Sometimes, you may not feel like fully discussing with your loved ones and friends, just exactly what you are experiencing and feeling. A journal is for you and you only. Studies have shown that cancer patients who keep a journal throughout his or her course of treatment often benefit from strengthened immunity and decreased problematic symptoms such as depression. In the above video, Laura Leach, LMSW, and an oncology social worker here at Minnie Pearl, dicusses journaling, the benefits, and how to begin.