Scientists and recent studies are saying that if you're married you have a better chance of surviving from the cancer rather than if you're divorced, single, widowed, ect. Regardless of the type of cancer, this was shown to be true. "The real secret to survival may be "social support," rather than a wedding ring, said first author Ayal Aizer." Having your spouse drive you to and from the doctor and hospital, give them their medicine, and helping them emotionally are thought to be key factors. People with spouses are also almost 70% more likely to stick with their treatment plan according to the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. There are many more signs that have been recognized among married couples dealing with cancer: they don't show as much stress, they cope better, their anxiety and depression levels are increasingly lower, and the list goes on. Is this all just a coincidence? If you're married then you have something to live and fight for; the person you love the most in this world, which will increase your drive and determination. What about all of the children, widows, etc. who battle cancer? Do they have people to live for, but just not on the same emotional levels as married people therefore sliming their chances of surviving?
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/09/23/marriage-cancer-patients/2845087/
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