Relationships and caring

Lymphoma can affect different relationships in different ways – some might grow closer, while others feel more strained. You might find the information in this section of the website relevant if you are the person with a diagnosis of lymphoma, or if your partner, a family member or friend has been diagnosed. However you are impacted, we are here to support you.

Feelings and emotions

Whether you, or someone close to you, has been diagnosed, lymphoma can have a significant impact on your emotional wellbeing.

• The emotional impact of living with lymphoma
• Managing stress
• Living with and beyond lymphoma
• Useful organisations for emotional wellbeing 

Managing relationships

Find tips to help you, and those close to you, adjust to life with lymphoma.

• The impact of lymphoma on relationships
• Communicating with the people around you
• Talking to children if you have lymphoma

When someone close to you has lymphoma

We give suggestions for the sorts of practical and emotional support you might offer someone who has lymphoma. You'll also find tips to help you take care of your own needs.

• Caring for someone who has lymphoma
• When someone close to you has lymphoma (book)
• Online Support Meetings for family, friends and carers
• Personal stories focusing on family and caring
• Support for you