The incidence of malignant diseases is increasing every day. Among them are brain tumors, which due to their location can often create serious problems in patient's life. Brain tumor can occur at any time but it is most common in children and adults over the age od 45. The onset of the disease, treatment, and recovery are extremely stressful for the affected individual and their loved ones and are negatively impacting their quality of life. This master's thesis will present the basic characteristics of brain tumors, the correlation of their occurrence with specific symptoms and postoperative consequences, and their impact on the emotional, mental, psychological, and physical state of the person through the analysis of relevant research and available literature. Specific features of the quality of life of the affected person and their family will also be presented from the moment of diagnosis through the treatment and recovery process. The concepts of psychosocial oncology and psychosocial support will be defined as prerequisites for the overall recovery of the affected person. Various providers of support will be discussed, utilizing different strategies and techniques in working with this population to contribute to a faster, higher quality, and more comprehensive recovery, including counseling, support groups, as well as various types of creative therapies. The role of educational rehabilitation in the recovery process of individuals affected by brain tumors will also be emphasized.