Things You'll Need:
- Support Groups
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Step 1
Learn as much as you can about your illness. An informed patient feels more in control.
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Step 2
Seek help from a psychologist or counselor if you have emotional problems.
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Step 3
Find and join a support group. It's good to learn that you're not alone, and statistics show that people in support groups live longer.
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Step 4
Start a support group if you can't find one.
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Step 5
Enlist your friends and family in your battle.
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Step 6
Accept help from others. This can help you to maintain your priorities.
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Step 7
Delegate burdensome chores, such as mowing the lawn, but keep the chores that give you pleasure or solace.
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Step 8
Find the humor in your situation whenever you can. Laughter has been proved to help the immune system.
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Step 9
Take care of the caregivers. Make sure they eat well, get enough rest and get breaks from their responsibilities.











Comments
Anonymous said
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