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Chronic fatigue syndrome is a debilitating disorder with unknown cause. Some of its manifestations include neurological or cognitive occurences. Confusion, depression, and anxiety are some of the most prominent features.1Reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of well-being are some alternative therapies that can benefit people with CFS.2
Fast Facts:
- --CFS occurs more often in women than men.1
- --Symptoms often mimic other disorders such as viral infections, kidney disease, and depression.3
- --Counseling help most patients build effective coping skills.4
Top Resources on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Anxiety
- Wikipedia: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Mayo Clinic: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- KidsHealth: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- The HealthCentral Network (via HealthSquare): Anxiety, Depression And Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Hypnosis Downloads: Using Hypnosis To Help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- About.com: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, And Anxiety Disorders
- Web4Health: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Wikipedia: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- ↑ Mayo Clinic: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- ↑ KidsHealth: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- ↑ Centers for Disease Control (CDC): Treatment Options
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- Contributor: Madeleine Paladar
- Reviewer: Elisa Carter
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- Last update: Aug. 25, 2008
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