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  1. Mind-body Practices Can Lower Distress

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    Mind-body practices like connecting with friends on a laptop can lower distress.
    Mind-body practices like connecting with friends on a laptop can lower distress.

    Receiving a childhood cancer diagnosis and undergoing treatment can be very stressful. Every aspect of a child’s life is turned upside down. The uncertainty and pain associated with long and grueling treatment can be overwhelming. But the good news is there are ways to help children cope.  Mind-body practices like yoga, mindfulness, and diversion can in fact lower distress. And connecting with classmates, friends and family using electronic devices can help at a time of significant isolation.

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