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Coping Tools and Checklists
How Are You Coping?
Serenity. Courage. Wisdom. How exactly does a person acquire these qualities, especially when facing cancer or caring for someone who has it? The answer lies in a person's coping skills: how you solve problems, handle stress, talk with loved ones, and take time for yourself.

Get an idea of your coping skills and find new coping tips by using one of our coping checklists below.

Our anxiety and depression checklists can help you look for feelings and behaviors that may be more serious than the normal distress expected for your situation. Often people don't realize how anxious or sad they've become, and how much impact these feelings have in all areas of their life, even their physical health.

 Coping Checklist for Patients
Everyone has a different style when it comes to coping with the emotional roller coaster of cancer. This checklist outlines some healthy coping strategies.
 Are You Depressed? A Checklist for Patients
Depression is sometimes overlooked in cancer patients. This document will help you spot the symptoms.
 Anxiety Checklist for Patients
How much worry is normal when you have cancer? Use this checklist to help manage your anxiety.
 Coping Checklist for Caregivers
Caring for someone who is sick can quickly lead to "burnout." Read on for coping strategies.
 Are You Depressed? A Checklist for Caregivers
Read on to find out how to spot the symptoms of depression in yourself or in others caring for someone with cancer.
 Anxiety Checklist for Caregivers
Taking care of someone with cancer takes a physical and emotional toll. Find out how to keep your anxiety level in check.
 
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