Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And The Psychological Aspect
Historically, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) has had difficulty gaining credibility as an actual illness and not just a case of depression that lasts. More and more doctors are finally accepting CFS as a legitimate disease.
Over a million people suffer from CFS, mostly women, although all ages and races are affected. Women are diagnosed about 4 times as much as men but doctors think men don't seek treatment as often as women for this condition.
CFS sufferers tend to have trouble getting friends, family and even doctors to understand and accept their disease as real.
This is because CFS has no known cause. It is believed to be either a psychological condition or physiological. This article will explore the psychological aspect.
Diagnosing CFS is difficult due to the fact that it's symptoms are so similar to those of other illnesses such as schizophrenia, neurasthenia, drug and/or alcohol abuse, depression and bi-polar disorder.
Common treatments include: anti-anxiety medicines, anti-depressants, cognitive behavior therapy and light exercise (too much exercise could actually exacerbate this condition).
CFS sufferers agree that a support group or chat group is key for gaining acceptance from others going through the same thing as well as receiving the latest info on treatment options.
Deep breathing and relaxation exercises have also proven to be extremely helpful in the treatment of CFS.
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