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   How do you support a loved one with a life-threatening illness?

   • In one study, when terminal patients were asked about the most helpful things loved ones did, calmly accepting their illness was one. To support a loved one with a life-threatening illness, one should avoid forced, overly cheerful statements that shut down conversation. Martin was a charming man with a tremendous sense of humor.

   What to Say to Someone with a Life-Threatening or Terminal Illness

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   What should I do if a loved one has a terminal illness?

   • The most important thing is to let the person you care about lead the conversation, to go at their pace, and to talk about things they feel comfortable with. After a loved one, or someone you know, tells you they have a terminal illness, your first thought may be about how you can support them.

   Supporting someone with a terminal illness - Marie Curie

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   How do I get help if I have a life limiting illness?

   • Ask your doctor or nurse about local support groups for people who are living with a life-limiting illness, or for people who have the same condition as you. Many specialist charities offer support through local groups, email contact, phone lines and web forums. For example, the Marie Curie website has an online community.

   Coping with a terminal illness - NHS

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   What if someone is living with a terminal illness?

   • If someone you care about is living with a terminal illness, you may feel very upset or worried. Acknowledging your emotions will also help you be there for your loved one. You could talk to a friend or partner, but there is also other support out there.

   What to say to someone who is dying: my guide to supportive conversati

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   What should I do if my loved one is ill?

   • Treatment decisions are ultimately always up to your loved one, so be supportive even if you don’t always agree. Stay connected. Some illnesses can involve lengthy treatment, so it’s important not to just provide support at the time of diagnosis and then let your attention lapse.

   Coping with a Life-Threatening Illness or Serious Health Event

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   How helpful are family members when coping with a disease?

   • Among the least helpful, patients complained that people sometimes minimized the seriousness of their disease or forced cheerful conversation upon them. In contrast, they found it incredibly helpful when family members calmly accepted the reality of the illness. When emotional topics arise, our first instinct may be to prevent strong feelings.

   What to Say to Someone with a Life-Threatening or Terminal Illness

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   Ask your doctor or nurse about local support groups for people who are living with a life-limiting illness, or for people who have the same condition as you. Many specialist charities offer support through local groups, email contact, phone lines and web forums.

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   Aug 21, 2024 · Coping with a Life-Threatening Illness or Serious Health Event. A diagnosis of cancer, heart disease, or other serious illness can be devastating. But there are ways to cope with the emotional distress and preserve your quality of life.

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   Feb 20, 2024 · When someone tells you they’re going to die, or they’re talking about living with a terminal illness, be in the moment with them. Listen closely. Think about body language: eye contact, leaning forward, not crossing your arms, nodding, perhaps touching them. These things tell them you care. Try not to worry about not knowing what to say.

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   Home. Health A to Z. End of life care. Your wellbeing if you're having end of life care. Starting to talk about your terminal illness. Living with a terminal diagnosis and knowing you're dying can make you feel isolated, even though life is going on around you.

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   Apr 1, 2022 · How to support someone with a terminal illness. After a loved one, or someone you know, tells you they have a terminal illness, your first thought may be about how you can support them. There are lots of ways you could support someone, depending on: what the person living with a terminal illness wants and needs.

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   Aug 5, 2017 · For one psychotherapist, dealing with his wife's cancer comes down to seven key principles.