Grief is deeply personal, and common phrases can feel minimizing or unhelpful to someone who is grieving. The most meaningful support is being present, listening, and offering sincere, honest words.

Robert Den, MD, a radiation oncologist in Philadelphia, constantly reminds himself that while he’s in the ‘cancer world’ every minute of the day, his patients aren’t. “As oncologists, we may be ...

Kids' temper tantrums driving you mad? Leading therapist Zara Kadir shares exactly what you should and shouldn't say to a ...

After the loss of her husband and departing her anchor slot at CNN, Alisyn Camerota shares what not to say to a grieving coworker and how she plans to re-invent herself. During the holidays, social ...

"There are several sentiments that people might say to a person with PTSD that fall short of validating their experience and centering them as the expert on their needs," says Deborah Vinall, PsyD, a ...

As Minnesotans rush to support the Annunciation Church and School community, it can be hard to know what to say. And frankly, what not to say. Death is the hardest thing in life. Now, we are all ...

When communicating with someone who has cancer at any stage, it can help to listen first to your loved one before reaching out with offers of help or sharing your own stories or experiences. If ...

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