Compassion results in improved patient satisfaction and has been shown to improve health outcomes, which ultimately improves the mental health of patients. Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety have been shown to be reduced when compassion is used, whether it be self-compassion or compassion from a healthcare provider. It was also found that compassion can result in improving patient resilience and post-traumatic growth for patients dealing with long-term diseases such as cancer. This ultimately results in better patient outcomes as patients will be more willing to participate in treatments and will have an overall healthier mindset while dealing with disease.