BREAST CANCER: PSYCHOLOGY

Following a diagnosis of breast cancer, almost all affected women have to face a multitude of daunting thoughts and feelings. Confirmation of the disease is often experienced as a massive blow. The woman's normal life and her future goals seem suddenly thrown into question. This is often associated with a fear of returning to everyday life and difficulty in dealing with other people. Doubt about the effectiveness of the treatment and fear of the disease spreading are frequently recurring feelings. It is common to experience times of hopelessness and depression, but also periods of hope and an intensive appreciation of life. Talking about the disease as openly as possible helps women come to terms with everything they are experiencing.

The role of the woman's doctor is to help her cope with the disease and address all her concerns. Family life may come under particular strain. Not only the woman affected by the disease but also everyone else around her will be shattered by a diagnosis of cancer. Openly voicing any concerns and feelings, expectations and preferences can open the way for problems to be solved together. Many patients also feel the need to meet with other women who are facing a similar experience.

Our Centre works very closely with the Küsnacht Psychiatry and Psychotherapy practice run by qualified specialists, to ensure the best possible advice and support is available to those affected:

Dr. med. Michael Sacchetto-Mussetti
Specialist for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy FMH
Fähnlibrunnenstrasse 5
8700 Küsnacht
Tel. +41 44 912 14 91/81
E-Mail: m.sacchetto@bluewin.ch

You also have the option of making contact with other affected individuals via our clinic. Read the > First-hand experiences of our patients.

» To arrange an appointment, or if you have any questions please get in touch with our office: Phone 044 388 14 14 or EMail.