Understanding the Link between Depression and Chronic Illness

🌸 Understanding the Link Between Depression and Chronic Illness 🌸

Living with a chronic illness can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Many people also face depression, anxiety, isolation, and stigma that make it even harder to cope.

This gentle, supportive fact sheet helps you:

✅ Understand why chronic illness increases depression risk

✅ Recognise early signs and know when to seek help

✅ Try simple self-care tips for low mood and flare-ups

✅ Consider small steps to manage mental health alongside work and daily life

✅ Find helplines and support resources for when you need extra help

💜 Written from lived experience, this guide offers practical, compassionate advice to help you feel less alone.

📥 Instant Digital Download