Admitting You are Not OkayI wake up each morning and remind myself that I am strong. I assure myself that I can do this and I will survive until the end of my day... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
3 Unique Ways My Partner Supports MeThere were times in the past when I wondered if having psoriatic arthritis would make it harder to find someone, to find a partner. And, if I did meet someone... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connections of Psoriatic Disease: Let's Talk ProgressionOur community and dedicated community members here at Psoriatic-Arthritis.com and our sister site PlaquePsoriasis.com help us understand the deep and painful connections of psoriatic disease. In addition to engagement within... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Juicing With PsA: Does It Help?Scroll through any of your social media feeds, and you will surely see some form of diet or food craze promising to heal your chronic condition or pain. While we... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Disease Gave me Thick SkinWhen I say that living with psoriatic disease gave me thick skin, I'm not referring to psoriasis. Instead, I'm focusing on how this condition forced me to get tougher out... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A Look At What Those With Psoriatic Arthritis Have To SayAdvice can be a tricky thing to manage, especially when it is unwanted. It is forward, hurtful, and isolating. It feels like you are being told directions to a place... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How A Psoriatic Arthritis Flare Affects My DayHaving psoriatic arthritis is tough. There is no doubt about that. It can take years to even get the proper diagnosis. Many of us with PsA can attest to that... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connections of Psoriatic Disease: What Does Remission Look Like?Our community and dedicated community members here at Psoriatic-Arthritis.com and our sister site PlaquePsoriasis.com help us understand the deep and painful connections of psoriatic disease. In addition to engagement within... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tell Us You Have PsA Without Telling Us You Have PsA: The Invisibility of PainThe trend “Tell us without telling us,” or “tell me without telling me” allows people to make pointed statements that play with stereotypes, defining characteristics, and the opportunity to share... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Warm Water Therapy Benefits For Psoriatic ArthritisExercising in water has always been one of my favorite workouts. It is easier on my joints and doesn’t hurt my body like exercising on land. I attended many water... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Maintaining Friendships as an Introvert with Chronic PainIt can be hard to be an introvert. There have been times when I come away from a social gathering completely drained. And when asked, sometimes everything in me wants... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Remission: Reality or Fantasy?Isn't having psoriasis enough? Not just limited to the painful skin and mental health implications, managing psoriasis takes up so much room in my life. So, why oh why was... By Diane T2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connections of Psoriatic Disease: The Impact of A FlareOur community and dedicated community members here at Psoriatic-Arthritis.com and our sister site, PlaquePsoriasis.com help us understand the deep and painful connections of psoriatic disease. In addition to engagement within... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tell Us You Have PsA Without Telling Us You Have PsA: The Fatigue EffectThe trend “Tell us without telling us,” or “tell me without telling me” allows people to make pointed statements that play with stereotypes, defining characteristics, and the opportunity to share... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Transitioning to a New Medicine: It's Not as Easy as You'd ThinkLike so many things about managing life with psoriatic arthritis, transitioning to a new medicine is much more complicated than you might think. If you happen to think it is... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis And Exercise, Am I Doing Enough?I have been told time and time again that exercise will help with my psoriatic arthritis symptoms. And the people and doctors who remind me of this aren’t wrong. Exercising... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hurricane Ida & My Psoriatic ArthritisToday, I sit here and all I can think is "Here we go again." There have been just so many challenges lately. Eight years of living with psoriatic arthritis (PsA)... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tell Us You Have PsA Without Telling Us You Have PsA: The Stiffness is Real!The trend "Tell us without telling us" or "Tell me without telling me" allows people to make pointed statements that play with stereotypes, defining characteristics, and the opportunity to share... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
5 Reasons Why You Should Stop Giving Unsolicited AdviceWhether it’s a stranger, a friend, a family member, or someone who just randomly commented on your post online, getting unsolicited advice is no longer new in the chronic illness... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A PsA Quiz: Facing The Fear of ProgressionPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a progressive autoimmune disorder that can lead to permanent and debilitating joint damage. Increased fatigue, reduced range of motion, and new pain in new places are... By HeatherAzar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments