12 Tips for Coping With Fibromyalgia
De-Stress
Jot It Down
Exercise Regularly
Do Some Serious Soaking
Reach for Decaf
Take Some 'Me Time' Every Day
Make Work Life Better
Talk About It
Just Say No
Make Your Bedroom a Sleep Sanctuary
Keep a Daily Journal
Join a Support Group
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REFERENCES:
National Fibromyalgia Association: "Don't Distress--De-Stress!"
McIlwain, H. and Bruce, D. The Fibromyalgia Handbook, 3rd Edition, Holt, 2003, pp 154.
National Institute of Arthritis and Muscoskeletal and Skin Diseases: "Fibromyalgia."
University of Maryland Medical Center: "Fibromyalgia."
WebMD Medical Reference: "Tips for Coping With Fibromyalgia."
McIlwain, H. and Bruce, D. The Fibromyalgia Handbook, 3rd Edition, Holt, 2003, pp 72.
Duke Health: "Caffeine's Effects are Long-Lasting and Compound Stress."
National Fibromyalgia Association: "FM On the Job -- 8 Tips to Help You Keep Working."
CFIDS & Fibromyalgia Self-Help: "Seven Tips for Improving Communication."
Mayo Clinic: "Support Groups: Find Information, Encouragement, and Camaraderie."