Coping with Breast Cancer: A Couples-Focused Group Intervention, Therapist Guide - Paperbackby Sharon L. Manne (Author), Jamie S. Ostroff (Author) Early stage breast cancer can be stressful and upsetting for both the woman dealing with the disease and her partner. This illness can also place a strain on a couple's relationship. However, couples who are able to provide effective support to one another are more likely to adapt well. Focusing on the couple as a unit can promote effective coping for both patients and their partners . This