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Feelings & Mental Wellbeing

Living with IBD can bring up a lot of emotions. It’s normal to have good days and hard days. Here you’ll find information, tips and real stories to help you look after your mental wellbeing.

The connection between stress, emotions and IBD symptoms

Explore how stress and emotions can affect the way you feel when living with IBD, and learn practical ways to manage stress and difficult feelings.

Finding your happy place: hobbies that help you cope

Discover how hobbies can help you relax, express your feelings, and take a break from the challenges of living with IBD.

Hospital appointments and medical anxiety: getting through the scary bits

Discover practical ways to manage anxiety, prepare for appointments, and feel more confident asking questions and speaking up about your needs.

When IBD feels unfair: coping with the “why me?” moments

Discover ways to cope with difficult emotions, feel less alone, and find support when IBD feels overwhelming.

How to ask for mental health support when you have IBD

Learn how to recognise when you need mental health support, find someone you trust to talk to, and ask for help when living with IBD feels overwhelming.