Authors
Sadaf Aijaz, Ghazala Rasool, Ahmed Hamad Ahmed Sulaiman, Hafiz Osman Ibnidris Almisbah, Ehtisham Khyzer, Norah Saleh A Alanazi, Reem Mohammed Z Alanazi, Raghad Abdulaziz Alanazi, Somayah Saud Alshammari, Rayan Alhumaidi R Alruwaili, Sarah Nasser Almuhaysin, Nawaf Lafi Ghayyadh Alruwaili, ZiyadAhmad Homoud Alhazmi
Publication date
2025/1/1
Journal
Pakistan Journal of Life & Social Sciences
Volume
23
Issue
1
Description
Chronic illness is a long-lasting condition that can significantly impact an individual's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. This research explores the complex relationship between chronic illness and mental health, focusing on how prolonged physical ailments can lead to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. The study examines various chronic conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, autoimmune disorders, and chronic pain syndromes, and their specific effects on mental health. Factors such as social isolation, cognitive impairments, and the role of coping mechanisms are also discussed. Through a review of existing literature, this research aims to highlight the importance of integrating mental health support into the management of chronic illnesses, addressing stigma, and providing holistic care approaches. The findings underscore the need for healthcare systems to consider the mental health implications of chronic illness and recommend interventions to improve both physical and psychological outcomes for affected individuals.
Scholar articles
Impact of Chronic Illness on Mental Health.
S Aijaz, G Rasool, AH Ahmed Sulaiman… - Pakistan Journal of Life & Social Sciences, 2025