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Living Beyond the Fear of Cancer Recurrence

The fear of cancer recurrence is a common and genuine concern for cancer survivors. The uncertainty and stress of a cancer diagnosis can have a profound impact on one's quality of life. If you're feeling overwhelmed, know that you're not alone. It's completely normal to feel this way. But don't let fear hold you back from seeking the support and resources you need to navigate this challenging time.

The Wellness After Cancer Survivorship program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper is dedicated to helping survivors live their lives to the fullest throughout their cancer journey.

Please join Cooper expert Sarah Fishman, Ph.D. Post-Doctoral Fellow in Behavioral Medicine for an online presentation to discuss the following:

• Fear of recurrence – is this normal?
• Signs and signals to look out for – triggers, patterns, and frequency
• Coping skills: mindful distraction and behavioral activation, acceptance, and cognitive strategies
• What comes next: application of coping skills and practice for the future

This free one-hour online presentation will include a Q&A session.

About the Presenter:
Dr. Sarah Fishman received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with Health Emphasis from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University and Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. She is currently a postdoctoral fellow at Cooper University Health Care in the Department of Behavioral Medicine with a specialization in psycho-oncology. Her previous research has focused on chronic illness symptom management, and quality of life, and has employed both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. She received her undergraduate degree from Connecticut College and originally hails from Boston, MA.