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The transition from the supportive world of pediatric care to the adult system can be challenging for teens learning to manage chronic health conditions on their own. Shutterstock

Teens with chronic conditions face challenges and risks when they age out of pediatric rheumatology care

Michelle Batthish, McMaster University and Stephanie Garner, McMaster University

Aging out of the supportive world of pediatric care at a vulnerable time in life can pose risks to teens with chronic health conditions as they enter the resource-strapped adult care system.
Some research has shown the effects of stress were reduced when people engaged in higher levels of kindness or generosity. (Pexels/Rodnae Productions)

How helping others during major life transitions could be a path to greater well-being

Lara Aknin, Simon Fraser University and Tiara A Cash, Simon Fraser University

During times of stress and change, people are often advised to practice self-care by looking after themselves, yet what about the benefits of showing kindness to others?
Many young adults with chronic health conditions transition to post-secondary school at or around the same time they are transitioning from pediatric to adult health care. (Shutterstock)

Starting post-secondary school with a complex health condition: 5 tips for students, plus 5 ways institutions can help

Jasmine Mah, Dalhousie University and Kaitlin Sibbald, Dalhousie University

Managing a chronic health condition can make the transition to post-secondary education more complex.

Related Topics

  1. Aging out
  2. Back to school
  3. Chronic health conditions
  4. Health-care system
  5. Rheumatology
  6. Students
  7. Teenagers
  8. Young adults

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