Dealing with the holidaysI'm dreading Thanksgiving tomorrow because I've had a really bad pain week. Any suggestions on how I can bow out of dinner gracefully if I need to?...reactions4repliesFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceCoping
New PsA diagnosis, how do I explain to my family?Hi! I was recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. I’ve had psoriasis since I was 15 but last year started having random symptoms. I’m 29 now and I was finally sent...reactions8repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & AdviceFriends & Family
Has anybody noticed they have a short temper?I was just diagnosed with psoriasis arthritis recently. I have noticed I lose my temper and get very angry at things which I never would have done before. I'm currently...reactions4repliesSymptomsSide EffectsMental HealthFriends & Family
Joined todayI joined the forum today to connect with people that will have an understanding of the disease. I feel that it is a hidden illness and even though people may...reactions6repliesFriends & FamilyDiagnosis
How can I make my family understand how much pain I'm in?They don't get it - how can I help them understand how it affects me and my ability to do things?...reactions8repliesTips & AdviceIntimacy & RelationshipsFriends & Family
New and ReticentI'm new to this group. Reticent and reluctant...I do not want to have PsA, SpA, and osteoarthritis in my fingers and lumbar spine. I have not had meaningful experiences -...reactions1replyFriends & FamilyCoping
My daughter's storyMy daughter is 24. At 23 she got a rash on her arm. Dr. said cellulitis. Put her on antibiotic. Took the rash right away. A few days later, BOOM...reactions2repliesDiagnosisFriends & FamilySymptomsCaregiving
Pets & HealthDid you know that February 20th is Love Your Pet Day? Did you also know that pets can positively impact your overall health? According to the CDC, Pets can decrease...reactions2repliesCopingFriends & Family
New PersonHi everyone! My name is Brenda and I am 26 years old. I was diagnosed a year ago and trying to cope with this disease. I never wanted to read...reactions3repliesFriends & FamilyCoping
New and feeling downHi, so I am new here and I have been struggling of late. I am 26 years old and have only recently been diagnosed with PsA. I have been having...reactions1replyTreatmentFriends & FamilyNewly DiagnosedIntimacy & Relationships