**Preface**

As individuals face a cancer diagnosis and are treated for this disease, they will face changes, challenges, and life-changing consequences. Emotional distress can emerge to a greater or lesser degree and have a significant impact on the quality of life. Nurses have an important role in identifying emotional distress and mental health challenges.

The articles in this collection offer insights and enhanced understanding of mental health and nursing care of individuals and their families facing the emotional distress of confronting a life-threatening illness.

I appreciate the authors who have contributed to this Special Issue and provided their perspectives on the topics from different parts of the world.

**Margaret Fitch**

*Editor*
