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Depression can go hand-in-hand with inflammatory bowel disease. Learn how to deal with the emotions that come along with a chronic illness.
Is IBD associated with Depression?
Any chronic health condition can understandably cause a certain amount of stress and anxiety. Is there a link between inflammatory bowel disease and depression?
Depression
Links, resources, and articles relating to depression.
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Mourning the Loss of Good Health
The 5 stages of death and dying as they apply to the onset of a chronic illness.
Are You Feeling S.A.D.?
That case of the "winter blues" or "cabin fever" could actually be Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Dealing With Depression from IBS or IBD
People with chronic conditions are at risk for developing depression. When your disease is flaring, a case of the blues is almost certain to follow. Use these tips to help yourself out of the dumps and back into your life.
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