Psychosocial problems
Having had cancer as a child can still make you feel sad, angry, frustrated, or anxious, even years later. Dealing with all the emotions during and after childhood cancer can sometimes cause psychosocial problems that affect your mental and social well-being and your relationships.
As a survivor, you may experience conflicting feelings and thoughts: guilt because you survived while others didn't, insecurity about your body, or the feeling of losing touch with your peers. Examples of psychosocial problems include learning disabilities, an interrupted school career, difficulty finding work at your own level, relationship problems, or social isolation. Anyone can experience these problems later in life, but people who had childhood cancer are at increased risk—especially those who have been treated for a brain tumor.
It's important to recognize these signs and discuss them. Talking with friends, family, or others in the same situation can be helpful. If you're having trouble, contact your doctor or LATER doctor.