How much information to give kids?
- Question from flipalot: I am 32 and have breast cancer. My biggest concern is my children, Rebecca 5 and Christopher 3. I talk with them about my condition; however, sometimes I just do not know if I am giving them too much information??
- Answers - New Breast Cancer Progression Model Developed The main thing is to talk, talk, and do a lot of listening to what they are saying to you. Don't jump in right away if they are talking and letting you know what their specific concerns are. Then, respond in a gentle way to each of their concerns. After you finish responding, listen again. You will be amazed how much you can learn about what they need and want and find comfort from, by their words and their expressions. There are a lot of resources on Breastcancer.org for this challenging and important topic. Children are very resilient. Avoid whispering between adults, because children will suspect that something is wrong. Children often blame themselves for problems in the family. Talk, love and listen.
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