Men & Cancer:  Talk it Out vs “Tough it Out”
This is Cancer25 Jun 2025

Men & Cancer: Talk it Out vs “Tough it Out”

Humor, silence, avoidance and isolation — each is a common response to a cancer diagnosis. But these traits, particularly common in men, can harm their mental health as they fight the disease. This episode thoughtfully explores the experiences of co-host Patrick, two-time cancer survivor Mellve and other men who have shared their stories on our podcast. Wash U Medicine clinical psychologist David Morris, PhD, highlights starting points to identify emotions and self-regulate, as well as other beneficial mental health practices. Together we confront the cultural norms that urge men to bottle things up and discuss how opening up becomes a strength.

“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Wash U Medicine, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.

For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:

https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/siteman-psychology-service/

https://siteman.wustl.edu/patients/

https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/prostate/

https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/ydr/

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