Mental, physical, and emotional health resources

NIH 

• Find a wide range of national and local mental health resources, including how to access emergency services, therapy, support groups, and more.  https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help 
• How to Relax your mind and body? Learn evidence-based relaxation techniques like deep breathing and guided imagery to manage stress and anxiety during cancer treatment. https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/feelings/relaxation 
• Mental health needs in cancer – a call for change. Explore the critical need for mental health support in oncology care and how systemic improvements can enhance outcomes for cancer patients. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10540791/ 
• Addiction in Patients With Cancer. Understand the intersection of addiction and cancer care, with insights into diagnosis, treatment, and the importance of integrated support. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8504925/ 

Other Sources

• Mindfulness exercises and other tools from licensed mental health therapists that patients can use at their own pace. And, it is free. https://dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com/ 
• Ask your doctor to order the GeneSight test to provide you with personalized insight into which mental health medicines will work the best for you based on your genetics. A simple cheek swab can reduce the trial and error time it takes to find your best mental health medicine match - https://genesight.com/ 
• CDC: Offers practical guidance for supporting your own and others’ mental health, plus direct links to crisis services and mental health professionals. https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/caring/. 
• Care for patients with cancer and substance use disorders: a qualitative study of oncology team experiences https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00520-025-09181-7 

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you are in immediate distress or are thinking about hurting yourself, call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline toll-free at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You also can text the Crisis Text Line (HELLO to 741741) or use the Lifeline Chat on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline website.

Other Assistance Resources 

• Medication Assistance Therapy Care Clinic: Offers medication-assisted treatment options for those dealing with addiction, with a focus on holistic, individualized recovery plans.  https://www.matcareclinics.com/ 
• American Addiction Centers: Provide education and treatment options for people facing both addiction and cancer, recognizing their unique medical and emotional needs. https://drugabuse.com/addiction/health-issues/cancer/ 
• CDC Mental Health Resources  https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/caring/index. 
• American Society of Addiction Medicine: Find clinical resources and treatment information from a leading organization focused on addiction medicine and patient-centered care. https://www.asam.org/ 
• Start Your Recovery Organization: Explore tools, personal stories, and treatment options for managing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. https://startyourrecovery.org/experiences/co-occurring-disorders 

HealthTree Resources

Watch expert-led strategies and patient testimonials to help you build mental resilience while living with lymphoma.

• YouTube Video: Tips for Maintaining Mental Health https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGWzeSBI2Rg 

Caregiver Resources

Caring for a loved one with cancer and co-occurring mental health or substance use challenges can be emotionally and physically demanding. These resources offer practical strategies, emotional support, and expert guidance to help caregivers navigate stress and maintain their well-being. Whether you're seeking professional tools or personal insights, you'll find supportive options tailored to caregivers' unique needs.

• NIH Support for Caregivers: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/caregiver-support 
• Caring for the Caregiver: Effective Stress Management Strategies webinar https://healthtree.org/myeloma/community/events/oct2024-lymphoma-stress-management-caregiver 
• Helping a Loved One With Substance Use Disorder and Cancer https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/substance-use-disorder-and-cancer 

Evidence-Based Articles for MHD and Substance Use Disorders 

• Study Links Mental Health Treatment to Improved Cancer Survival https://www.cancer.gov/news-events/cancer-currents-blog/2020/lung-cancer-treating-mental-health-longer-survival
• Effect of Drugs on the Cancer Patients https://www.longdom.org/open-access/effect-of-drugs-on-the-cancer-patients-90543.html 
• The Link between Drug Abuse and Cancer: Can MAT Help? https://www.matcareclinics.com/drug-abuse-and-cancer-can-mat-help/ 
• A systematic review of substance use and substance use disorders in patients with cancer https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/