Anxiety and depression

Responding to a normal reaction to life-limiting illness

When you have a serious illness, it is normal to feel anxious or stressed or sad at times. The diagnosis of a terminal illness is a life-changing event. You might have many emotions, this includes being afraid, sad, or lonely.

Learning to manage stress can be helpful:

• Use relaxation techniques, slow breathing exercises, meditation, or mindfulness
• Get enough sleep
• Exercise
• Maintain social contact
• Reduce alcohol and other drugs
• Support groups.
  
  

Anxiety