Health & Illness
Health concerns or illness can alter daily life, relationships, responsibilities, expectations, and our sense of what the future may hold. Whether the change develops suddenly or gradually, affects us personally, or someone we care about, navigating the transition can involve uncertainty, loss, adjustment, and a changing sense of self. Understanding these experiences can help us find perspective as changes in health become part of a changing life.
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