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Emotional Impact of Chronic Pain: Finding Acceptance
Emotional impact of chronic pain can feel overwhelming. Explore ways to heal emotionally, embrace acceptance, and live with renewed purpose.
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Hydrocephalus in High School: Coping with Chronic Pain
Growing up with hydrocephalus in high school meant facing chronic pain, self-advocacy, and learning to trust your body when others didn’t believe you.
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Podcast: Faith, Family, and Fight: Crystal & Natalie’s Story of Resilience
In this podcast episode, Crystal shares her journey of faith and resilience as she navigates hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism with her daughter.
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Central Sensitization in Hydrocephalus: Pain Amplification
Learn how central sensitization amplifies pain in hydrocephalus, intensifying chronic symptoms, and discover effective strategies for pain management.
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Brain Fog: Simple Productivity Hacks for Clearer Thinking
Struggling with brain fog? These simple productivity hacks will help improve focus, stay organized, and manage daily tasks with ease. Small changes add up!
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Can Diet Help with Headaches? Foods to Eat and Avoid
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!
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Overcoming Fatigue: Simple Habits to Boost Energy and Focus
Struggling with fatigue? Discover daily habits to boost energy, improve focus, and regain control over your well-being with simple, effective strategies.
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How to Manage Invisible Symptoms of Hydrocephalus at Work
Managing invisible symptoms of hydrocephalus, like headaches, fatigue, and cognitive challenges, during the workday can feel overwhelming. This article offers practical strategies—from creating a supportive workspace to using symptom management kits—to help maintain productivity and well-being while navigating these challenges.
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Understanding Anxiety, Depression, and Mental Health in Hydrocephalus
Anxiety and depression are common in people living with chronic conditions. Hydrocephalus is no exception. The link between hydrocephalus and mental health is influenced by a combination physical, emotional, and social factors. Explore how hydrocephalus impacts mental health, including anxiety and depression, and discover therapies like CBT and ACT, along with strategies for emotional well-being. Explore how hydrocephalus impacts mental health, including anxiety and depression, and discover therapies like CBT and ACT, along with strategies for emotional well-being.
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Guide to Managing Headaches, Chronic Pain, and Hydrocephalus
Chronic pain and headaches can impact every aspect of life, but with the right strategies, relief is possible. This guide offers practical tips for managing symptoms, including tracking with HydroAssist®, staying hydrated, prioritizing sleep, and exploring stress management and alternative therapies to improve daily well-being.
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Understanding Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and Hydrocephalus: How Vision Can Be Affected
Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) affects how the brain processes visual information. This article highlights the link between CVI and hydrocephalus, its impact on vision, and ways to support those affected.
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Strategies for Coping with Memory Issues and Forgetfulness
Memory challenges can impact daily life in many ways, whether they’re related to managing medical conditions like hydrocephalus or are part of the natural aging process. Here are some practical strategies, tools, and resources to help manage forgetfulness and enhance your memory.
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Post-surgical Depression
There’s one surgical complication that is seldom if ever, mentioned before or after surgery, post-surgical depression. Learn more.
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I Can Relate Video Series: Headaches
In this episode of our I Can Relate Video Series, Cree, a high school senior, discusses how she distinguishes between a hydrocephalus headache and a regular headache.
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I Can Relate Video Series: Types of Headaches
In this episode of our I Can Relate Video Series, Lauren discusses the different types of headaches she experiences with hydrocephalus.
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NPH and Comorbidities
NPH can frequently co-exist with other age-related neurologic and medical conditions that may produce similar symptoms.
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Essential Facts About Epilepsy and Hydrocephalus
Epilepsy is common in people with hydrocephalus. Of individuals with shunted hydrocephalus, an estimated 20% have epilepsy
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Vision and Hydrocephalus
Some children and adults with hydrocephalus develop vision (eye) problems.
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Chronic Pain and Hydrocephalus
Many people with hydrocephalus experience chronic pain although the exact numbers are unknown.
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The Day-to-Day of Headaches and Hydrocephalus
Living with hydrocephalus means living with headaches. In his latest post, Dan discusses headaches, weather changes, and the importance of knowing your body.
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