#support-systems

#support-systems

Hearing loss can cause psychological and emotional suffering, stemming from feelings of being dismissed, embarrassment in social situations, or self-isolation.

If you are undergoing fertility treatment, you may be strong and capable, but you don't need to go through it alone. Social media and volunteer organizations have made it possible for fertility patients to support each other, and that is great, but it is not the end of the story.

"ChatGPT literally helped me with breastfeeding, and how to decorate my daughter's birthday cake," one commenter wrote under Schmidt's video. "ChatGPT is carrying the weight of my family at this point," another added.

A message from a 42-year-old dad illustrates the profound impact of young-onset Parkinson's on career trajectories and personal relationships. His boss's reaction reflected an ending, not a beginning.

I started a GoFundMe campaign. The $1,000 I raised covered a $400 Airbnb in Colorado when my lease ended, the first month of a storage unit, and a one-way flight to JFK Airport.

"I am a very lonely person, and my pet has been my only source of companionship. Losing my pet felt like losing a part of myself."

College should not be a place where neurodiverse students are expected to mask their true selves, as such expectations can lead to burnout and additional stress.

You need support. You need a peer group.

It's difficult for people in recovery to point to one reason for their decision to finally enter treatment. But many, like Indigo, noted the importance of the people who met them where they were at, physically and emotionally.

In the workplace, a "we, not 'me'" mentality is essential; no one achieves success alone, highlighting the importance of a supportive network.

Bobby is in crisis, and during this time, his parents have shown a troubling disregard for his needs, which reflects a concerning home environment.

The couple feels a rift emerging due to constant financial requests from the husband's siblings, prompting them to seek advice on setting boundaries.

Our grandson, in our care, brings a sense of connection and cultural heritage while we navigate the complexities of our family's new dynamics.