Dealing With Feelings

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• Getting Help for Intense Grief

  Going through grief and loss is never easy. But in some situations, grief can feel especially intense – even overwhelming. Find out what to do in this article for teens.

• Cancer: Readjusting to Home and School

  If you've just finished a long hospital stay, you may have questions about reconnecting with friends and family. Get answers in this article for teens.

• Can I Have Children After Cancer Treatments?

  When chemotherapy and other treatments attack cancer cells, they can affect some of the body's healthy cells too. As a teen, you'll want to know what this can mean to your fertility.

• When a Sibling Is Seriously Ill

  When your sibling has a serious illness, you may find yourself juggling some pretty intense and confusing emotions. Here are some ways to take care of yourself during this stressful time.

• My Friend Has Cancer. How Can I Help?

  It's hard to know how to respond when someone you love — someone your own age — is diagnosed with cancer. Here are some thoughts on dealing with feelings and helping your friend.

• When Cancer Keeps You Home

  Cancer patients often have to stay at home to avoid infection. Read our ideas on ways to make the best of your time at home.

• 5 Ways to Deal With Anxiety

  We all get worried or nervous about things. Here are 5 ways to control anxiety.

• 5 Ways to Fight Depression

  It's important to take action against depression - it doesn't just go away on its own. In addition to getting professional help, here are 5 ways to feel better.

• Motivation and the Power of Not Giving Up

  Everyone struggles with staying motivated and reaching their goals. Just look at how many people diet, lose weight, and then gain it back again. But it's still possible to stay motivated if you take the right approach.

• Depression

  Depression is very common. For more information about depression and feeling better, check out this article.

• Fears and Phobias

  Fear is a normal human reaction that protects us by signaling danger and preparing us to deal with it. Get the facts about fears and phobias and what causes them.

• Why Am I in Such a Bad Mood?

  Because of all the changes taking place in your life, you may feel like you're on an emotional roller coaster. Find out more about bad moods and why you have them.

• Dealing With Cancer

  It's unusual for teens to have cancer, but it can happen. The good news is that most will survive and return to their everyday lives. Learn about how to cope if you or someone you know has cancer.

• Talking to Your Parents – or Other Adults

  Whether it's an everyday issue like schoolwork or an emergency situation, these tips can help you improve communications with your parents and other adults.

• Stress

  There's good stress and bad stress. Find out what's what and learn practical ways to cope in this article.

• Body Image and Self-Esteem

  When your body changes, so can your image of yourself. Find out how your body image affects your self-esteem and what you can do.

• Dealing With Anger

  Do you wonder why you fly off the handle so easily sometimes? Do you wish you knew healthier ways to express yourself when you're steamed? Check out this article for help with dealing with anger.

• Dealing With a Health Condition

  If you suffer from a chronic illness, you know it can be anything but fun. But you can become better informed and more involved in your care. Here are tips to help you deal.