My Husband Is So Dramatic When Sick

How do I deal with a difficult sick husband?

Assure your spouse that you love and support him or her. Listen if your spouse wants to talk, or just spend quiet time together. If possible, keep sharing routines that have been part of your life together — a TV movie and popcorn on Friday night, morning coffee and the daily newspaper, walking the dog.

Is it normal to be angry when sick?

It’s Not Just A Cold, It’s ‘Sickness Behavior’ : Shots – Health News Feeling grumpy and antisocial because you’ve got a cold? That’s not just a random side effect. It’s your body saying, “Hey, slow down and rest so you can get better.”