Family Stress Worsens Arthritis Progression: How can you avoid it?

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Hi ,this is a great article,lots of helpful suggestions. I think,to some

extent,we all have a problem with family members not understanding our pain and

inability to perform what, in their minds,is not difficult. Don is very good

about doing things for me and helping with housework but he still makes comments

ie when I tried to open the door to let the dog in,I couldn't so I called him

and he said " all you had to do was turn the handle " . The look I gave him said it

all. Another instance is when I go out with one particular friend,she gets out

of the car and walks as fast as she can toward the mall,then looks surprised

when she turns and sees me slowly making my way. Sometimes I believe our RA is

just an annoyance to others and we just have to keep trying to educate people to

help them understand what this disease is all about. It is so cruel when those

that are supposed to care about us make unkind remarks. I really don't think

anyone does it maliciously,they just don't get it!

Hugs

June