by Sally | May 2, 2018 | Mental Health, Trauma
What is a chronic illness? A chronic illness is a physical illness that lasts for an extended period and usually cannot be completely cured. Examples of chronic illnesses include diabetes, cancer, heart disease, arthritis, kidney disease, HIV/AIDS, lupus, and multiple...
by Sally | Feb 15, 2018 | Mental Health
Recognising Depression as an Illness Depression is a severe illness that deserves compassion and understanding. When grappling with depression, it can feel disheartening to hear dismissive statements like “Just get over it” or “Happiness is a...