Ten Holiday Survival Tips
The holidays can be a stressful time for nearly anyone. But for those with chronic illness, the schedule, social demands, and additional things to do can simply be impossible. People with multiple sclerosis, multiple chemical sensitivity, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other invisible illnesses appear normal, but have a disability which makes day-to-day living difficult. The increased demands of the holidays can easily become overwhelming and frustrating, especially when family and friends do not understand the extent of an invisible disability. Here are ten tips to surviving and enjoying the holidays.
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