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9 Mindfulness Practices for Graves Disease
Bringing your presence to the present moment can help men the pain of the past, and release you from the uncertainty of tomorrow. Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder that leads to overactivity of the thyroid gland, resulting in symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heart rate, anxiety, and tremors. While mindfulness practices may not…
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Take Your Power Back! I Am Bigger Than Graves Disease
Say it with me: I AM BIGGER THAN GRAVES DISEASE! I am taking my power back!! If you’re anything like me, you might understand the struggles of living with Graves disease. (Or any autoimmune disease.) Every day is different from the last, and you know that every coming day will be unpredictably different too. I…
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Graves Disease and Mental Health: Check On Your Friends
PSA: CHECK ON YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WITH ANY KIND OF AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE. WE NEED YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT. Graves’ Disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid, not only brings physical challenges but also casts a significant shadow on mental health. The intricate relationship between the body’s immune response and thyroid function can take a…
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What is Graves Disease? Living With an Unpredictable Autoimmune Disease.
Graves’ Disease stands as a testament to the intricate dance between the immune system and the thyroid gland. This autoimmune disorder, characterized by an overactive thyroid, poses both physical and emotional challenges for those affected. In autoimmune diseases, the immune system mistakenly identifies the body’s tissues as foreign invaders, triggering an inflammatory response. Factors such…