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Chronic Illness, Teens and Depression: How They Are Linked

Not surprisingly, there is research to support the association between chronic illness and depression. It makes sense. Often when an individual has a chronic illness such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, there is not only an interruption in his or her daily activities, but there may also be physical discomfort and uncertainty related to the... Read moreChevron
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Chronic Illness, Acid Reflux and Depression Part II: Depression and Caregivers

Last week, I wrote about the often unrecognized occurrence of depression in an individual with chronic illness. This week, I introduce you to the all too silent crisis of caregiver depression.   Not everyone who provides care will experience depression. However, there is evidence to suggest that taking care of another person can take a... Read moreChevron
posted 02/20/2008, comments (0)|
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Chronic Illness, Acid Reflux and Depression -- Part I

Read Part II of the Series Here Read Part III of the Series Here  Last week, a reader wrote to report that she was getting ready for a surgical procedure which she hoped would improve her acid reflux. She asked if it was common to be depressed before the operation. The answer is that depression is one of the most common, and... Read moreChevron
posted 02/14/2008, comments (0)|
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