"Learn about the proven ways to help improve mental health and ease arthritis symptoms if you or someone you know has arthritis and is feeling down or worried.
One in 5 US adults with arthritis has symptoms of anxiety or depression.
People with arthritis are more likely to have symptoms of anxiety and depression than people without arthritis. It’s important for people who have arthritis to take care of their mental health. Arthritis, anxiety, and depression can all have a negative impact on quality of life.
- Feeling restless or on edge
- Difficulty focusing
- Having your mind go blank
- Feeling worried or irritated
- Trouble sleeping
- Feeling sad, empty, hopeless, or gloomy
- Feeling guilty or worthless
- Losing interest in hobbies and activities
- Thinking of death or suicide, and/or suicide attempts
- Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, fatigue, or digestive problems without a clear physical cause and/or that do not ease even with treatment..."
Arthritis & mental health
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