Posted by Sonya on August 18, 2005, at 19:12:44
In reply to support please: GAD,MD, and physical health, posted by chess on August 18, 2005, at 17:36:10
There's a strong mind/body connection. I think it's unfair to say that if you have a mental illness, that it's "all in your head". When I'm anxious, it affects my entire body - my intestines, my stomach, my heart, my breathing, my reflexes. My whole body feels sick. But I know (since I also got a clean bill of health) that none of it is truly harming me.
I have heard, however, that people with depression can, in the long term, suffer from more physical ailments. Maybe someone more knowledgeable can shed more light on this. That makes a good argument for getting your depression treated.
Take care.
Peace...Sonya
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