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Psycho-social issues in survivorship are critically important topics for cancer survivors and the professionals who work with them. Enhancing knowledge about patient challenges and opportunities can inform and empower healthcare professionals to feel more competent. Therefore, in this session, I will review facts and myths about survivorship from a psychosocial perspective. Drawing on current research, I will discuss phases of survivorship that people often navigate, while highlighting challenging periods of transition for survivors. Throughout this session, I will discuss strategies for how attendees can support their patients, while also nurturing their own well-being as a healthcare professional.