This document discusses chronic illness management. It defines a chronic illness as a condition lasting 3 months or longer that can be unpredictable. Common chronic illnesses include heart disease, cancer, diabetes and arthritis. Risk factors include behaviors like smoking, poor diet and lack of exercise, as well as genetic predisposition. Chronic diseases account for most American deaths each year. Health psychology examines the biological, psychological and social factors related to illness and health. Clinical health psychologists help patients manage chronic conditions through cognitive and behavioral therapies.

1. Chronic Illness Management

2. What is a Chronic illness?A chronic illness is an illness that persists for a long period of time (usually 3 months or more).

3. Can have lots of unpredictability

4. Chronic diseases are among the most common, costly, and preventable of all health problems in the U.S.

5. Examples of Chronic Illnesses Include:

6. Heart Disease

7. Stroke

8. Cancer

9. Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)

10. ArthritisCauses of Chronic IllnessesModifiable Health Risk Behaviors

11. Excessive Alcohol Consumption