Advice 3/5

Rosemary

May 25, 2020

Advice

Can gaming improve your mental health?

We all know that games can me huge fun. They can distract us from problems like depression, anxiety, illness or pain. They can also help...

My Furry Friend Supports My Mental Health

Rosemary

May 4, 2020

Advice

My Furry Friend Supports My Mental Health

The Unseen Benefits of an Emotional Support Furry Friend Emotional support can come in many forms. My therapy is a 4-legged beast. I have...

How my Dad’s Heart Attack Changed my Priorities

Rosemary

Feb 3, 2020

Inspiration

How my Dad’s Heart Attack Changed my Priorities

One call, and it all changed. Put the people you love first. It’s never good when the phone rings in the middle of the night. In...

Cancer Doesn’t Care About Your Holiday Traditions

Guest

Dec 14, 2019

Inspiration

Cancer Doesn’t Care About Your Holiday Traditions

Cancer does not get the final word. We do. My family is pretty rooted in tradition. We always spend Christmas Eve at my great-aunt’s...

In a Society That Benefits From Your Self-Doubt, Liking Yourself is a Rebellious Act

Guest

Dec 9, 2019

Inspiration

In a Society That Benefits From Your Self-Doubt, Liking Yourself is a Rebellious Act

Caroline Caldwell is a 26year artist specializing in guerilla ad takeovers — in places meant for advertisements, Caldwell makes art,...

Living With Spina Bifida #2: The Struggle for a Job

Ashley Spicer

Oct 7, 2019

Inspiration

Living With Spina Bifida #2: The Struggle for a Job

Shadow’s Edge is honored to work with guest authors like Ashley Spicer, who was born with spina bifida and writes about her experience at...

Diabetes and Mental Health: Understanding the Connection

Nicole Gustafson

Jun 10, 2019

Advice

Diabetes and Mental Health: Understanding the Connection

Explore the connection between diabetes and mental health. Discover how diabetes can lead to depression, anxiety, and mood swings.

5 Things I Wish I’d Known Starting College With Chronic Conditions

Ruthy

Nov 12, 2018

Teens Talk

5 Things I Wish I’d Known Starting College With Chronic Conditions

I went to university suffering with seizures and chronic fatigue and completely unaware of any support. Here are 5 Things I wish I’d known.

14 Reasons to Feel Better About Life (Even With Chronic Illness)

Bethany S

Nov 6, 2018

Chronic or Serious Illness

14 Reasons to Feel Better About Life (Even With Chronic Illness)

It’s the small victories that begin to help you get a grasp on the fact that life has a lot to offer you.

How Does Journaling Work in Shadow's Edge?

Garth

Sep 18, 2018

Advice

How Does Journaling Work in Shadow's Edge?

Have you ever wanted to know more about the journaling mechanic in Shadow's Edge? If so, this video is for you! In just 37 seconds, the...

Garth

Sep 10, 2018

Inspiration

Professional Opinions of Shadow’s Edge

We hear from our players that exploring the world of Shadow’s Edge can help to build resilience when faced with chronic illness or...

5 Things I Learned From My Chronic Illness That I Never Knew As A Nurse

Amber Blackburn

Aug 15, 2018

Chronic or Serious Illness

5 Things I Learned From My Chronic Illness That I Never Knew As A Nurse

The longer I have had to deal with chronic illnesses, the more I’ve learned than I ever did during my years as a NURSE!

Getting the Most From Your Doctor’s Visit

Sheri

Apr 16, 2018

Advice

Getting the Most From Your Doctor’s Visit

Sometimes you leave the doctor's office feeling like you forgot to ask those important questions. Here are 3 tips to get the most out of it!

Groundswell: Elevating Teen Voice Through Public Murals

Sheri

Apr 16, 2018

Inspiration

Groundswell: Elevating Teen Voice Through Public Murals

When a colleague in philanthropy offered to introduce me to Robyne Walker Murphy, executive director of Groundswell, a community mural...

7 Ways to Stop Being Bullied for your Medical Challenge

Sheri

Mar 6, 2018

Advice

7 Ways to Stop Being Bullied for your Medical Challenge

Being teased for a difference that already limits you is just mean, but we all know that kids can be cruel.

4 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ to a Child With Serious Illness

Garth

Feb 15, 2018

Advice

4 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ to a Child With Serious Illness

We here at Digging Deep know what it’s like to celebrate when it seems like the last thing you should be doing is celebrating.

Alexis

Feb 13, 2018

Advice

3 Tips for Dealing With Sad Moods

Whether due to depression or just to events in our lives, we all feel sad sometimes. These are my tips for dealing with sadness.

3 Perfect Games to Kill Time in a Hospital Waiting Room

Rosemary

Jan 16, 2018

Advice

3 Perfect Games to Kill Time in a Hospital Waiting Room

Tests and treatments are never fun. Sometimes even worse than the poking and prodding is the waiting!

4 Ways to Deal With the Uncertainty of Chronic Illness

Kristi

Dec 14, 2017

Advice

4 Ways to Deal With the Uncertainty of Chronic Illness

While struggling with serious illness it is difficult to be certain about what tomorrow will bring. Try these tips to help you manage.

Cold and Flu Prevention Tips for Teens With Health Conditions

CJSheppard

Dec 12, 2017

Advice

Cold and Flu Prevention Tips for Teens With Health Conditions

Having a serious health conditions means that your immune system is already compromised. These tips will help!

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