Intimacy and Sexuality After Cancer February 26, 2010

The impact of a cancer diagnosis, surgery and treatment on the physical and psychological self is very powerful, resulting in changes that are often confusing and concerning. For most people a cancer diagnosis puts intimacy and sexuality on the back burner. Judith Leger, RN, Women’s Health Practitioner with over 30 years experience helping women, and Robin Perlmutter, LMSW, Clinical Director of Support Connection and breast cancer survivor invite you to a presentation and discussion which will include these topics: Some myths about sex and cancer- Removing the stigma-Normalizing the impact cancer has on your sexuality and intimacy-Talking with your doctor about cancer’s effect on sexuality and intimacy-How cancer influences relationships-Physical changes after surgery. Open to women living with cancer. To learn more or to pre-register (PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED) call Support Connection at 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290.
Location: Support Connection Office, 360 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Official Website: http://www.supportconnection.org