Mental Health Resources for Myeloma Patients and Caregivers

Click the links below to access resources to support you or your loved ones' mental health while living with multiple myeloma.

Suicide and 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 can also text the Crisis Text Line (HELLO to 741741) or use the Lifeline Chat on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline website.

HealthTree Resources

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

Additional Mental Health Resources

Addiction recovery:
- American Addiction Centers: Provide education and treatment options for people facing both addiction and cancer, recognizing their unique medical and emotional needs.
- American Society of Addiction Medicine: Find clinical resources and treatment information from a leading organization focused on addiction medicine and patient-centered care.
- Elevate Recovery Center Blog: Articles you can read that educate about addiction recovery topics.
- Medication Assistance Therapy Care Clinic: Offers medication-assisted treatment options for those dealing with addiction, with a focus on holistic, individualized recovery plans.
- Start Your Recovery: Explore tools, personal stories, and treatment options for managing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
CDC Mental Health: Offers practical guidance for supporting your own and others’ mental health, plus direct links to crisis services and mental health professionals.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Mindfulness exercises and other tools from licensed mental health therapists that patients can use at their own pace for free.
GeneSight: 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.
NIH: Help for Mental Illnesses: Find a wide range of national and local mental health resources, including how to access emergency services, therapy, support groups, and more.
NIH: 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.

Caregiver Resources

Caring for a loved one with myeloma 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 care partners navigate stress and maintain their well-being. Whether you're seeking professional tools or personal insights, you'll find supportive options tailored to care partners' unique needs.

Research About Mental Health Disorders, Substance Use, and People with Cancer

Click the links below to access resources to support you or your loved ones' mental health while living with multiple myeloma.

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

HealthTree Resources

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

Additional Mental Health Resources

Addiction recovery:
- American Addiction Centers: Provide education and treatment options for people facing both addiction and cancer, recognizing their unique medical and emotional needs.
- American Society of Addiction Medicine: Find clinical resources and treatment information from a leading organization focused on addiction medicine and patient-centered care.
- Elevate Recovery Center Blog: Articles you can read that educate about addiction recovery topics.
- Medication Assistance Therapy Care Clinic: Offers medication-assisted treatment options for those dealing with addiction, with a focus on holistic, individualized recovery plans.
- Start Your Recovery: Explore tools, personal stories, and treatment options for managing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
CDC Mental Health: Offers practical guidance for supporting your own and others’ mental health, plus direct links to crisis services and mental health professionals.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Mindfulness exercises and other tools from licensed mental health therapists that patients can use at their own pace for free.
GeneSight: 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.
NIH: Help for Mental Illnesses: Find a wide range of national and local mental health resources, including how to access emergency services, therapy, support groups, and more.
NIH: 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.