Healthy Living and Well-Being

Staying Social with NPH: 10 Empowering Tips

September 1, 2026

Learn practical tips for staying social with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) while managing memory changes, balance issues, fatigue, and other symptoms.

Podcast: Mental Health and Hydrocephalus with Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Elizabeth McRae

August 7, 2026

In this Hydro Heroes Unite podcast episode, Dr. Elizabeth McRae discusses teen mental health, family support, and self-advocacy.

Quick Stress Relief Strategies for Overwhelming Days

June 3, 2026

Stress can make even simple tasks feel impossible. Discover quick stress relief strategies to reduce anxiety, manage overwhelm, and feel more in control.

Body Image and Scars: Living with Hydrocephalus

December 2, 2025

Scars from hydrocephalus surgery can impact body image and confidence. This article explores why scars can feel overwhelming and how to rebuild self-acceptance.

Attitude of Gratitude: Staying Positive with NPH

November 10, 2025

Attitude of Gratitude: Dorothy embraces life with NPH and other health challenges, turning obstacles into opportunities for gratitude and growth

Running For A Cure: Spreading Hope for Hydrocephalus

July 28, 2025

Running for her son and others with hydrocephalus, Caroline turns awareness into action—one step, one story, one mile at a time.

Healthy Meal Prep Tips: Plan and Prepare Nutritious Meals

April 11, 2025

Master meal prep with these tips for planning, cooking, and storing nutritious meals that save time and help you stay on track with your health goals.

Energy Boosting Foods: Stop Feeling Tired and Fuel Your Day

April 11, 2025

Stop feeling tired! Eat these power foods to boost your energy, stamina, and vitality. Discover the best meals to fuel your day and keep you energized.

Overcoming Emotional Struggles and Building Resilience

April 11, 2025

Living with hydrocephalus presents unique challenges, but emotional health and resilience are key to not just coping, but flourishing despite them.

Dereck’s Hydrocephalus Journey: Finding the Silver Lining

April 11, 2025

Discover how Dereck finds silver linings and strength in everyday moments while living with hydrocephalus and overcoming over 500 brain surgeries.

NPH: Optimize Your Quality of Life with Key Strategies

April 11, 2025

Discover how to optimize your quality of life with NPH through exercise, support systems, and effective strategies for managing daily challenges.

Balancing Life with Hydrocephalus: Key Strategies for Success

April 7, 2025

Discover key strategies for balancing life with hydrocephalus, managing health, relationships, and work, while thriving with practical tips and expert guidance.

Mindfulness for Hydrocephalus: Tools to Manage Stress

March 6, 2025

Mindfulness helps manage stress, improve focus, and build resilience for those with hydrocephalus and caregivers. Learn simple ways to incorporate it daily!

Can Diet Help with Headaches? Foods to Eat and Avoid 

February 18, 2025

Can Diet Help with Headaches? Learn which foods help prevent headaches, which to avoid, and how hydration, nutrients, and meal timing can make a difference!

Overcoming Fatigue: Simple Habits to Boost Energy and Focus

February 6, 2025

Struggling with fatigue? Discover daily habits to boost energy, improve focus, and regain control over your well-being with simple, effective strategies.

My Transformative Fitness Journey with Hydrocephalus: Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Confidence

January 29, 2025

My journey to fitness with hydrocephalus taught me resilience, self-care, and confidence as I overcame challenges and embraced progress.

How to Say No Without Guilt While Living with Hydrocephalus

January 28, 2025

Living with hydrocephalus? Discover how to set boundaries, say no without guilt, and take control of your health with these empowering tips.

Sleep and Hydrocephalus: A Guide to Better Rest

January 28, 2025

Struggling with sleep? Discover common challenges, practical tips, and tools to improve rest and enhance your overall well-being.

Exercise and Hydrocephalus: Stay Safe and Active

January 21, 2025

Discover how individuals with hydrocephalus can stay active and healthy. From low-impact exercises to high-intensity activities, find tips to safely incorporate fitness into your lifestyle.

Post-surgical Depression

August 8, 2023

There’s one surgical complication that is seldom if ever, mentioned before or after surgery, post-surgical depression. Learn more.