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When Your Parent Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens
NCI's guide for teenagers whose parent has cancer — what to expect, how to cope, and where to find support.
Plain-language summary
A National Cancer Institute guide written for teenagers who have a parent with cancer. It explains cancer and treatment in accessible terms, offers ways to handle stress and difficult feelings, and suggests what to say to friends.
Who this resource is for
Teenagers who have a parent or close family member with cancer.
What it covers
- Understanding cancer and treatment
- Handling stress and difficult feelings
- What to say to friends
- Where to find support
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Educational only — not medical advice. This is a National Cancer Institute publication; Cancer Explained did not create it and does not modify it. Please discuss your situation with your healthcare team.