Should your parents be your caregivers when you have lung cancer?

As you deal with lung cancer, your parents may be great caregivers. At the same time however, your relationship with your parents and the way they deal with problems may make you unsure whether you should share your lung cancer diagnosis with them. The news of your lung cancer may be difficult for your parents to handle, especially if they are in poor health themselves. The resources on this website strive to help you with deciding whether you should share your lung cancer diagnosis with your parents.

What to share with your parents concerning your lung cancer diagnosis
What kind of care and support should you expect from your parents?
How do your parents react under stress?
How will your parents treat you once they know?
Can you tell one parent first?
Are you prepared for a role reversal?
Support groups for parents