There's been quite a bit of press devoted to the dangers of depression and suicide lately in regards to asthma. But, of course, a lot of what you read uses sensationalist tactics to grab attention and readers. You can't always believe everything you hear and see in media.
However, there ARE some connections between asthma (and its treatment) and depression, anxiety, and suicide. So, I thought I'd spend time today outlining the facts about these connections.
Stress & Anxiety
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