On this page, one of Memorial Sloan-Kettering's teen groups has put together some commonsense advice for all the people around you -- parents, doctors, nurses, siblings, friends, etc. -- offering them tips on how to help you get through your treatment.
Sometimes, as you'll see, it's all about keeping it real.
Teens Advice to All:
- Please ask me how I'm feeling -- not my parents. I know.
- When I'm in the hospital, ask me personal questions in private.
- Parents should all relax more because everything is going to be OK.
- Please pay attention to my feelings when I need help. Be there for me and I'll understand.
- Knock before you enter my room, whether it's at the hospital or at home.
- Let me be me!
