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Gus Van Sant

If I'm diagnosed with cancer I might become despondent, but someone young might not, and they might need connections with somebody outside their circle of family because their family is so despondent.

Gus Van Sant

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Gus Van Sant is saying that when someone is told they have cancer, their emotional response can vary depending on their age and family situation. He points out that younger people might handle the news differently and may need support from friends or others beyond their often overwhelmed family.

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