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For those who know them and love them - life is often never the same after a diagnosis of prostate cancer.This book is written by one of the world's foremost experts in the psychology of cancer to assist men with prostate cancer and their partners maintain their mental wellbeing as they move through treatment, tackling the many challenges that come with a diagnosis.Using evidence-based science and the lived experience of those who have travelled the path before, this book gives practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety, improve health and wellbeing, make tough decisions, seek support, and improve survivorship quality both early and later on in treatment.The book shares personal stories and insights from men and their partners who speak from their heart, offering emotional comfort and inspiration. 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