Chronic Illness

Turner Syndrome is a chromosomal condition that affects development in people assigned female at birth. It occurs when one of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing. This condition can lead to various continue reading

Seizures, numbness, migraines, shortness of breath, muscle spasms – these are just a few possible symptoms of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a complex and often misunderstood condition. FND occurs when the brain cannot properly continue reading

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective way to help manage Functional Neurological Disorders (FND). FND is a condition in which there is a malfunction in the way the brain receives and processes information continue reading

Living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) can feel confusing and scary. There are not always clear answers and it may feel difficult to get the support you need from health care providers or loved ones continue reading

Living with Parkinson's is intended for anyone living with Parkinson’s disease or any related neurological disorder that may impact movement. When our bodies and brains do not seem to work in conjunction with one another continue reading

Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness that, if left untreated, can impact the central nervous system and cause chronic systemic issues. When promptly caught, it is generally treated with one round of antibiotics. In continue reading

What are invisible illnesses? Chronic illnesses are problems that affect one’s physical, psychological, spiritual, and social wellbeing. Some chronic illnesses are more obvious than others. Some people has visible aspects of their illness like hearing continue reading

Many people in Philadelphia are affected by fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that causes widespread pain throughout the body, and often affects mental health. Depression and anxiety often accompany fibromyalgia and may worsen physical continue reading

Each year, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with hypermobility syndromes, including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, joint hypermobility syndrome, and Marfan syndrome. These conditions are chronic illnesses; although the symptoms can be treated and the syndromes can continue reading