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Reviewed by Kristen E. Holm, PhD, MPH (February 09, 2017) Living with a chronic illness can be very challenging. Patients and their loved ones need to find healthy and constructive responses to the stress of living with a chronic illness. Sometimes, even with excellent coping skills and strong social support, patients and their family members may feel anxious or depressed. Psychological and social issues include: Anxiety Depression Coping Skills Social Support Giving Up Smoking Insomnia Memory & Other Cognitive Difficulties Learn about Pediatric Psychosocial Issues.