Introduction: The
Power of Self-Management
There are many things you can do to help
yourself, even if you have an illness with no cure.
Step 1: Educate Yourself
Learn about your illness.
Step 2: Understand Your Unique
Situation
Know your individual circumstances.
Step 3: Create a Symptom
Management Plan
Evaluate and select treatments.
Step 4: Develop a New
Self-Understanding
Learn to live a new kind of life.
Step 5: Gain Control through
Lifestyle Adjustments
Control symptoms by changing how you live.
Step 6: Reduce Stress
Adopt strategies for stress reduction and stress
avoidance.
Step 7: Manage Emotions
Handle the feelings triggered by your illness.
Step 8: Build Support
Improve relationships and find new sources of
support.
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