Finding support

	New patient information 1. What to expect 2. Talking with your care team » Question checklist 3. Emotional impact 4. Sharing your feelings 5. Finding support

Do not be afraid to ask for help. Take time to ask your health care team questions that come to mind. The more you know, the more certain you can become you are receiving the best treatment possible. Emotional help takes many forms. You may find comfort in discussing your feelings with a family member or a close friend. Some people find support in the following ways.

• support groups
• spiritual counselors 
• psychotherapists