Sound Waves: We need to talk about survivor's guilt

Peer support during treatment is essential. But there's a risk friends pass away, leaving young people to cope with loss while moving forward with their lives.

We know recovery doesn't end when treatment does.

Survivor's guilt can hang over a young person as they move forward with their lives, remembering peers who passed away. And despite being a difficult and conflicting feeling, often it goes unshared and unsupported.

Teenage Cancer Trust Nurse Consultant Sue Morgan MBE & Annie, who has sailed with the Trust, have given talks on survivor's guilt. They share with Sound Waves why it's important we all acknowledge it - young people and practitioners alike - to make sure no one is made to cope all on their own.

If the topic of this week's episode is something you would like further information on, please head to the signposting section of our website for advice on bereavement as well as mental health support.