Everything Hurts and Nothing Works - Chronic Pain, What Is It, Causes, Ways to Manage It, and More
Each morning feels like a battle as you push against the weight of chronic pain that lingers like a shadow. Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for longer than three months and can significantly impact a person's daily life, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. Here we discuss the following: physical and mental conditions associated with chronic pain, ways to manage and cope with chronic pain, and populations impacted by chronic pain.
Yes Its In My Head… And Its Also In My Shoulder, Knees, and Toes - Medical Gaslighting, What Is It and How Do I Respond?
But then, the words come out of the doctor's mouth like a wet blanket thrown over your hopes. "Your blood work came back normal," they say, glancing at the chart without making eye contact. "You look fine." It hits you like a punch to the gut. All that vulnerability, all that sharing, dismissed in an instant. The implication is clear: it must be in my head. What is Medical Gaslighting? Medical gaslighting is a phenomenon where a patient's concerns about their health are dismissed or minimized by healthcare providers, leading the patient to question their own understanding of their symptoms.
Mommy Won’t Play With Me Anymore - Ways to Tell Your Loved Ones You Are Chronically Ill
You just got back from your scheduled doctor’s appointment with the news that you have a chronic disease. This diagnosis does not define you, nor does it define your family. You believe your family deserves to understand the shifts that have occurred and the reasons behind your actions. You know it's time to come together as a family and face this challenge head-on. Taking another deep breath, you rise from the chair, ready to share your diagnosis. Here are ways to tell your loved ones about your chronic disease diagnosis.
I Just Got Diagnosed With a Chronic Disease - What Now? Things to Consider After Receiving Your Diagnosis
You have been diagnosed with a chronic disease. Things to consider after receiving your diagnosis. A chronic disease refers to a long-lasting medical condition that can be managed but not cured. A chronic illness encompasses the broader impact of a chronic disease on an individual's life, including emotional, social, and functional aspects.