Chronic Illness
People with a chronic illness run a greater risk of depression. According to studies, an estimated one in three people with a chronic disease become depressed. Chronic illnesses and depression share some symptoms like fatigue and insomnia.
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Do You Have an Autoimmune Disease and Depression? The Question of the Week
Hi everyone It is Tuesday right? I am losing track of time. My question for you today is: Do any of you have an autoimmune disorder or disease in addition to depression? I have two: 1. Multiple Sclerosis 2. Asthma How about you guys? Some other autoimmune diseases include fibromyalgia, celiac disease,…
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