People with breast cancer sometimes struggle with the short-term or permanent changes in how their bodies look, feel, and function. Hair loss, early menopause, and surgeries may change the body drastically during and after breast cancer treatment. In this video, people open up about their experiences adjusting to their new bodies after breast cancer.
A very special thanks to Susan G. Komen Greater New York City.
References
American Cancer Society. (2022). Body image and sexuality after breast cancer.
Niveau, N., et al. (2021). How should self-esteem be considered in cancer patients? Frontiers in Psychology.
Yektatalab, S., et al. (2020). The relationship between anxiety and self-esteem in women suffering from breast cancer. Journal of Mid-Life Health.
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