The many emotions of living with sickle cellThere are many aspects of sickle cell that bring up strong emotions for warriors. What emotions are you currently feeling and why?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingMental Health
Emotional Support AnimalsDo you have an animal that comforts you when experiencing pain or mental health issues due to your disease? Share about them here! (pictures encouraged :))...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Music TherapyHave you used music (either playing or listening) to help cope with pain and other symptoms? If so, what have you found most helpful? What is your favorite type of...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Things never to say to a warriorLast week's article talked about things you should never say to a warrior. What would you add to the list, or what has been said to you that was unkind/untrue?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
CopingDo you find it difficult to sustain your relationships because of sickle cell?? How do you cope with lonely days?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
WHAT MAKES ME A WARRIORI am a warrior because I am happy and live my best life even though sickle cell gets in the way too many times. What is your warrior phrase? WHAT...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
How has a shorter life expectancy impacted you?A fellow warrior wrote a great article this week about life expectancy. Has this part of your disease changed the way you live your life? Are you more daring? Do...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCoping
Discussion - Sickle-Cell/Thalassemia.Does any one wish to discuss any issues to do with any one or all of these conditions?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessCopingFriends & Family
What are the long term effects of Tramadol?I want to know the adverse effects of Tramadol....Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
Mental Health MonthMay is Mental Health Month. Has sickle cell disease impacted your mental health? If so, how have you coped with it?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAwarenessCopingMental Health