Psoriasis is a particularly unpleasant condition. First there are the skin patches. Then there’s the embarrassment and hiding that goes along with them – long-sleeved shirts, jeans in hot weather and turtle necks year-round. And not least of all, there are the associated health risks: an increased likelihood of stroke, heart problems, and cancer, and … Continue reading »
Having psoriasis can lead to other health conditions such as arthritis or crohn’s disease, but what people don’t see is the depression this skin disease can cause. A lot of people I know didn’t really know that psoriasis affected me mentally, when actually the depression for me is the hardest part. I’ve done so well hiding … Continue reading »
1. It’s contagious… No, but if you really want proof, rub my leg, wait 3 days and see what happens. 2. Clear skin is as simple as some Vaseline and vitamin E capsules… If only it was that easy… Do you know how many people with psoriasis that would be walking around looking like they’ve … Continue reading »
CHALLENGE: Learned the Hard Way. What’s a lesson you learned the hard way? Write about it for 15 today. 1. Everybody is not your friend, no matter how nice they may seem. 2. Some people will continue to be ignorant about psoriasis regardless of how much you try to educate them on it. 3. People … Continue reading »
CHALLENGE: Health Activist Choice! Write about what you want today. (Maybe try a bonus prompt!) When you love yourself… You will be less depressed When you feel down and out about yourself then it will most likely affect other things in your life as well. You may stop yourself from doing things you love because … Continue reading »
