Conquering chronic illness: Treating the person as well as the disease

Type :

Presentation

Pages :

6 pages

Format :

.doc

Published date :

11/11/2008

Category :

Science & technology

Sub category :

Medical studies

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Summary :

Introduction.
The difficult decision faced by the patient on diagnosis.
1. Shock to relief: seemingly extreme reactions.
The second response to being diagnosed.
1. The traumatic news of an ailment.
2. Children and teenagers.
3. Commitment to each other and perseverance.
Changing social environments.
1. The social aspect of a patient's life.
2. Tendencies to adopt a negative attitude.
3. Focusing on the patients' past capabilities.
The support system that will aid the patient.
1. Stress.
2. A sense of control in a realm that predominately provokes a sense of helplessness.
Conclusion.

Abstract

A chronic illness is an affliction in which many areas of life are affected. "In the United States, nearly one third of the population experiences severe chronic pain at some point in life. It is currently the most common cause of long-term disability, partially or totally disabling upwards of 50 million people,". It is naive to think that those affected by chronic pain only suffer physiologically. There are many factors to consider when a person is diagnosed with a disorder that entails long-term symptoms. Physical ailments affect the mental and emotional state, which translate into affecting loved ones' lives. Diseases are never welcomed, due to the inevitable suffering and alteration of lives. Patients experience new priorities, such as actively addressing their heath. Despite the justified excuse, the end result of the previous lifestyle still must be upheld. It is now up to the surrounding support group to fulfill the outstanding responsibilities. disease affects many areas of life other than the patient's apparent physical health.