As a cancer spouse, how can i deal with my sadness?

Support groups + MD: It may help to join a support group and meet with other people in the same circumstances and learn from their experiences as well share yours. Your sadness may be a refection of depression and you should discuss it with your doctor as effective treatment in the form of psychotherapy and medication are available.

See below...: Families (spouses, children, sibs, parents) of cancer patients are usually the neglected part of the equation. So glad u're asking! individual, group, couple &/or family psychotherapy can be very helpful... Ask ur doctor for referral... Connect with a therapist.... No sense in navigating thru such a lengthy & intense process alone, when professional assistance is available. Wishing you well.

DEPRESSION: Get an evaluation from a psychiatrist to help identify what depression means to you and whatever else may be bothering you. Consider recommendations for medication if any are given. Get a referral for a reputable psychotherapist to speak with. Meds and therapy combined are most optimal; no just one or the other.