Lupus and Mental Health Concerns - WebMD
WEBSep 13, 2023 · Mood swings and personality changes. People with lupus may experience unpredictable changes in moods and personality traits. This can include feelings of anger and irritability.
Managing your mental health with lupus
WEBAug 29, 2023 · Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with lupus for years, it's important to pay attention to changes in your mental health and emotional well-being. When negative feelings become overwhelming and long-lasting, it may be time to seek professional help.
Managing Your Emotional Health When You Have Lupus | HSS
WEBIt’s important to be aware that lupus has an impact on your emotions, moods, identity, relationships, ability to function and sense of self-efficacy. At the same time, gaining this awareness can help you set achievable goals in regard to coping with your disease and managing your emotional responses.
Lupus, Emotional Stress, and Depression - Everyday Health
WEBMay 15, 2021 · A chronic condition like lupus introduces a lot of stressors to one’s everyday routines. Here’s what people with lupus should know about the risk of mood disorders and how to manage mental...
The Effects of Lupus and Lupus Medications on Mood - HSS
WEBLupus can directly affect thinking, mood, and personality. When it has these effects, it is called neuropsychiatric lupus. Symptoms of neuropsychiatric lupus include: Cognitive dysfunction: Refers to a variety of related experiences, including forgetfulness, worry, mistrust, and a general difficulty in thinking.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Depression | HSS
WEBJul 12, 2019 · As is true for many others, people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can get depressed and find that their ability to enjoy life and to function effectively is reduced by feelings, thoughts, and behaviors related to depression. Depression can stem from a life stress, like a medical illness (for instance, lupus) or the loss of a loved one.
Depression and Lupus: What’s the Connection? - MyLupusTeam
WEBOct 6, 2021 · Feelings of worthlessness or guilt. Cognitive problems, such as difficulties thinking or concentrating. Persistent thoughts of death or suicide. Because depression and lupus have some common symptoms — including fatigue, insomnia, and cognitive dysfunction or brain fog — it may be hard to tell what’s causing your mood disorders.
5 Facts about Lupus & Mental Health - Lupus Research
WEBNeuropsychiatric lupus describes feelings of depression, headaches, and lupus fog — trouble thinking or remembering due to lupus. 25% of lupus patients experience major depression and 37% have major anxiety, research shows. Pain, fatigue, and other symptoms of lupus can make it hard to work, socialize or do things you enjoy.
Lupus and depression: Is there a link? - Medical News Today
WEBMay 22, 2023 · Summary. A link exists between lupus and depression. Multiple factors may explain the link, such as the physical effects of the disease itself and the potential stress of living with a long-term...
Lupus and Depression: Coping Tips - WebMD
WEBDec 15, 2011 · 1. Talk With Your Doctor About Depression and Lupus. 2. Aim for Acceptance of Your Lupus Diagnosis. 3. Keep Self-Talk Positive, Avoid Negative Self-Talk. 4. Surround Yourself With Supportive...