World Mental Health Day
10 October 2024
Life’s twists and turns can send you skittering into different places, some light, others dark. While we cannot always offer a panacea for the darkness that sometimes engulfs us, we can provide support, medical & emotional. Today marks World Mental Health Day and we are emphasising and drawing your attention to our resources here at the Trust.
Last summer, medical student Laxmi Thileepan embarked on a research project focusing on the psychological impact of Marfan syndrome on families. This endeavour led to the creation of a structured questionnaire, which was subsequently distributed internally to families registered with the Marfan Trust. We received a notable and substantial response, totalling 108 completed surveys. Below is the resulting article and psychosocial support pamphlet.
Here is the path to Laxmi's findings:
Exploring the previously under-explored psychological dimension of an aortovascular diagnosis in Marfan syndrome, Barts ICU Matron Rosalie Magboo discussed the fascinating results of her PhD at our joint webinar held with Aortic Dissection Awareness UK & Ireland. This wonderful webinar is filled with advice and patient stories. Watch it now.
