On Thursday morning 10/21/2021, a workshop was held at Al-Amal Cancer Center to support cancer patients and health care providers for cancer patients.

Psychologist Dr. Samira Al-Shahari spoke about the importance of psychological support for cancer patients and their caregivers, including doctors and companions. She also called for the correct knowledge of how to positively and productively deal with cancer patients by their families and the surrounding community.

The Psychologist explained the stages of shock when the patient received after a cancer diagnosis and how to support the patient while receiving the news.

The Psychologist confirmed that psychological support may contribute to stimulating the hormone of happiness, which helps stimulate the immune system, which plays a key role in the treatment plan for cancer patients.

The workshop was presented by Dr. Samira Al-Shahari