Help Me Live, Revised: 20 Things People with Cancer Want You to KnowAlmost all of us know someone with cancer. And, of course, we want nothing more than to offer comfort and support, and foster hope. But we don’t always know how—and may feel uncomfortable asking. Following her own treatment for cancer, Lori Hope created a survey for cancer survivors addressing issues they wanted their families, friends, and caregivers to understand. The results of the newly expanded survey are presented with honesty, insight, and humor, and complemented by scores of compelling personal stories from survivors of diverse ages and backgrounds. If you are a caregiver, Help Me Live will help you communicate more effectively and respond more compassionately. And if you are a survivor, it will help you feel validated, empowered, and, ultimately, hopeful. |
Contents
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| 13 | |
2 | 23 |
Asking my permission can spare me pain | 55 |
7 | 63 |
9 | 72 |
Advice may not be what I need and it can hurt more than help | 108 |
If you really want to help me be specific about your offer | 121 |
The 20102011 Survey171 | 171 |
Different Kinds of Cancer190 | 190 |
Cancer in Different Circumstances | 204 |
Cancer at Different Ages209 | 209 |
Cancer and Gender225 | 225 |
Other Situations Complications and Conditions239 | 239 |
How to Listen256 | 256 |
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Hearing platitudes or whats good about cancer can minimize | 133 |
Dont take it personally if I dont return your call | 144 |
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Help Me Live, Revised: 20 Things People with Cancer Want You to Know Lori Hope No preview available - 2011 |
Help Me Live, Revised: 20 Things People with Cancer Want You to Know Lori Hope No preview available - 2011 |
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