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One of the first emotions that overcomes a parent when they learn that they have a child with cancer is grief. Comfort from
this grief is often found through friends and family, but this may not necessarily be enough. Many parents of children with
cancer recommend seeking the support of other parents who have children with cancer, since they are going through the same
difficulties and will be dealing with the same feelings. Pshycological help has also been widely recommended by parents who
have already been through this process. It can be very helpful with sorting through one's feelings and getting to the point
in which fighting the cancer can become the number one priority. Also, many support groups exist which are geared towards
parents with children who have cancer. These can be face-to-face groups, as well as online groups. For information on cancer
interest groups, click
here
Information
Once the initial grief has been overcome, the times comes to fully understand the cancer affecting your child, and the preparation
needed to be able to fight it. While this website can prove as a basis, the link below will lead to a website that is extremely
useful for those parents who know exactly what their child is suffering from and how far along the disease is.
www.curesearch.org
Keep on Going
While the family atmosphere is bound to change when a child with cancer is present, one of the best things that can be done
is to continue leading as normal a life as possible. Depending on the disease, participation in school as well as sports
may be limited, but is highly encouraged whenever possible. Also, a positive mindset around the house is essential for the
child's ego. Though having a child with cancer can be tough, the majority of children who have cancer do survive.
Interaction
Many organizations, both online and local, have been set up to help children suffering from cancer be able to interact with
other children who are in the same place. There are also many camps solely designated to the service of children with cancer.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a popular choice for children suffering from cancer to be able to do something they have always
dreamed of.
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