Mental health support options for those living with amyloidosis

Dr Joanne Ablett outlines a range of resources for to support mental health for those living with amyloidosis including The Bridge and Rare Disease UK websites. She highlights the benefits of hearing other stories at your own pace while avoiding the pitfalls of comparing your story with others. You can also access support through your amyloidosis care team and directly through your GP or fund your own appropriate care privately.

 

Dr Joanne Ablett is a clinical psychologist with experience in chronic conditions. Her videos here focus on mindfulness and mental health, as well as how to tackle some of the tougher to answer questions a diagnosis of hATTR may raise.

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