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Mental health

A mother's testimony frankly describing the exhaustion, emotional rollercoasters, and lack of support experienced when caring for a child with cystic fibrosis.

Animal therapy uses animals to improve people's emotional and social well-being.

Eric describes the multiple bereavements experienced with cystic fibrosis: the announcement, the loss of a “normal” life, the overwhelming role of caregiving, letting go as an adult and, sometimes, the ultimate bereavement. A text about love, powerlessness and the lasting marks of mourning.

Alexie shares the anxiety experienced during long cystic fibrosis hospitalizations and shares simple tips (personal items, snacks, distractions) to better manage stress and isolation.

Cystic fibrosis can affect mental health, but anxiety and depression can be effectively managed through information, support, psychotherapy, and, if necessary, medication.

Amélie Payment shares her main tools for managing anxiety related to cystic fibrosis, by focusing on hope, personal goals, rejuvenating activities and gradual preparation for the major stages of care.