Melinda Barrett shares her deeply personal story of living with Lupus. From health challenges that began at a young age to the many connected autoimmune conditions she has been diagnosed with, Melinda speaks with honesty, humour, and wisdom about what it means to live with Lupus.
She describes herself as the ‘luckiest unlucky person’ she knows, and acknowledges both the difficulties and sources of gratitude in her life, which she candidly refers to as a beautifully messy human chaotic story.
Melinda’s story is a testament to her strength and resilience, summed up in her powerful words: ‘We don’t fight lupus, we negotiate it’.
Depression is common in autoimmune conditions, and it’s not a personal failing or ‘just feeling low’ says Dr Robin Murray, a neuropsychologist. Chronic inflammation, pain, fatigue, and the unpredictability of symptoms all place real strain on both your body and your mind. Inflammation itself can affect your brain chemistry, which means depression can be part of the condition – not just a reaction to it.
Depression is common in autoimmune conditions, and it’s not a personal failing or ‘just feeling low’ says Dr Robin Murray, a neuropsychologist. Chronic inflammation, pain, fatigue, and the unpredictability of symptoms all place real strain on both your body and your mind. Inflammation itself can affect your brain chemistry, which means depression can be part of the condition – not just a reaction to it.
