The Role of Faith and Spirituality in Cancer Recovery

[{"selector":"#anim-01b0b867-97d0-4c0b-98d2-716f7e3abe3c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-7.820737881140466%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Faith and spirituality aid cancer patients in coping with the disease and finding meaning in their experiences. The following are four key ways:

Provides Comfort & Reduced Stress

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Offers Hope & Meaning

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Promotes Positive Coping Strategies

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Provides Social Support

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Conclusion

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