I'm 22 with rheumatoid arthritis and my friends are starting careers and traveling while I'm learning to navigate disability benefits and accessible housing.
More people experience this than they realize.
Early onset chronic illness creates divergent life experiences from peers, leading to social isolation and premature confrontation with mortality and limitation.
“Where Are You with Chronic illness and identity?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.