Adolescents and young adults with cancer face unique emotional and sexual challenges that can impact their quality of life. Their care plans should consider these concerns and develop strategies to address them as part of treatment. Healthcare providers must be prepared to discuss intimate needs and help patients cope with cancer's effects on their relationships and sexuality.

1. “Sexual And Intimate Needs Of Adolescents And
Young Adults With Cancer: A Quality Of Life
Issue”
Sage Bolte, PhD, LCSW, OSW-C
Oncology Counselor
Life with Cancer
Herndon, VA
Objectives:
• Identify emotional and sexual concerns for AYA with cancer that should be
considered in the care plan.
• Develop strategies to incorporate these concerns in to the treatment plan.