Support for Caregivers of Patients With Cancer: An Experiential Mind–Body Approach to Self-Care

Friends and family members of patients with cancer are increasingly relied on to perform critical multifaceted roles in home-based care, such as appointment scheduling and transportation. The demands associated with this ongoing care provision can be taxing and negatively affect the emotional health of caregivers. As a result, brief and accessible resources are needed to address these psychological needs. This article describes a supportive mind–body approach to self-care that may offset the negative psychological impacts of stressors related to ongoing informal caregiving while augmenting well-being and quality of life.