Having a chronic illness such as heart disease can affect your mental health and may leave you experiencing some depression. Yet the opposite is true as well. Depression can affect your heart health. Taking care of your heart and health is a true connection. We want to let you know that it is important to not dismiss depression as a natural part of living with chronic illness.
If you or a loved one is dealing with depression due to chronic illness, be sure to talk to your health care provider and explore treatment options. NIH has a powerful article that outlines some of the symptoms of depression such as feeling sad, fatigue, and trouble concentrating. They also list chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and such that may be leading to feelings of depression. Learn more and power up with information.
