Managing your Mental Health when you have a Chronic Condition

Being diagnosed and living with a chronic rheumatic condition can profoundly impact one’s mental health.
Psychologist Adrian Comensoli will delve into some of the specific challenges faced by those who live with a chronic health condition and shed some light on how to navigate the complex relationship between physical and mental wellbeing. Drawing from both theory and practical experience, Adrian will share theories and practical strategies to help you effectively manage your mental health while living with a chronic condition.
Some of the topics that Adrian touches on in this video are:
- Understanding the Impact: How Chronic conditions can affect mental health
- Understanding how pain and trauma can impact your mental health and wellbeing.
- Building Resilience and other helpful coping strategies
- Communication and Advocacy: how to develop skills to express your needs and boundaries
- Self-Care Strategies for both mental and physical wellbeing
- When might I need professional support? And what options are out there?
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