Previous research has shown 50 percent of those who have had the disease suffer from depression. Professor of nursing Jane Armer said: “Post diagnosis, breast cancer patients often feel like they have no control over their lives. “Knowing that they can control something—such as meditation—and that it will improve their health, gives them hope that life will be normal again,” she added. For more information, click here. For a personal glimpse into dealing with cancer, read this collection of stories on Mindful.org. 01/04/12