Your practical, accessible guide to managing long illness
Having a long illness--from autoimmune disease to dysautonomia, long
COVID to myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) to
chronic pain or depression--can mean a long struggle to get adequate
care. From explaining symptoms over and over again to doctors and family
members to making sure you are receiving the correct diagnosis and
treatment, having a long illness can be a fulltime job. And it's a hard
one.
Drs. Meghan Jobson and Juliet Morgan specialize in treating long
illness; from their work on the frontlines with long COVID, they know
that all long illnesses shares many of the same hallmarks. Using
evidence-based integrative medicine, they have put together a program
that legitimizes long illness and validates concerns where other
physicians often dismiss them. In Long Illness, you'll find an
unparalleled, holistic approach to healing, with valuable information
on:
- The foundations of long illness and what it means for your life
- How to work with your medical team to get the care you need
- Common symptoms, such as pain, fatigue, headaches, difficulty
breathing, digestive disruption, insomnia, and more
- A wide range of accessible healing techniques, including cognitive
behavioral therapy (CBT), traditional Eastern medicine, mindfulness
practices, and emerging therapies
- Your mental health with long illness and how to manage it
- Long term solutions
Recovery is a process, not always a destination. This book will help you
build your recovery tool kit, reclaim your identity, manage your
symptoms, and become empowered to get the care team you deserve.
