Life with Chronic Illness: Who to Tell, When, and How Much
Written by Ann Pietrangelo on December 21st, 2009 in Emotional Issues, Family, Linked Articles, Managing MS Tips.
You have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. Perhaps the diagnosis was months, or even years in the making. Tremendous relief at finding the answer is followed by a myriad of questions. One of the first is who should be told… and when… and how much?
This is an intensely personal decision, and one which should not be rushed.
Immediate family members who share a home with you… spouse, children, parents… should probably be told. They will be involved in the day-to-day issues as they arise and may be called upon to assist, or at least to provide emotional support.
Reactions to your diagnosis will be varied and unpredictable…
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