Why do some people seem to remain calm in the face of disaster, while others seem to fall apart? People who are able to keep their cool have what psychologists call resilience. The good news is, with a little effort, anyone can become more resilient. [More]

Have you ever been treated rudely because of your illness? Did you turn the other cheek or confront the offender? This blogger encounters mockery in a public place then second guess how she handles it. [More]

Are you more worried about what your doctor thinks of you than you are about the quality of care you are receiving? If so, you may have “good patient syndrome,” a condition that can be bad for your health! [More]

Pets are a great source of comfort during difficult times. For patients with chronic illness, a pet can offer unconditional love and acceptance and proven scientific health benefits. [More]

Our Essay Contest grand prize winner Patricia Carroll shares how overcoming her fear of getting into a pool for physical therapy set her free from a host of fears she’d been living with since her diagnosis. [More]

We’re revisiting the “Best of the Blogs” for our newer Facebook fans! This classic from 2010 addresses the feelings of isolation shared by many in the IG patient community. You might be surprised to learn just how much company you have. Share your thoughts. [More]

Like many things, goals change over time. Sometimes life throws us curves that require us to alter our aspirations. But staying committed to pursuing the things we want in life is what makes life worth living. [More]

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic health condition that affects many of our immune globulin (IG)-treated patients and countless others who have gone undiagnosed. Since June is MG awareness month, we thought it might be a good idea to talk about the various tests and treatment options for MG. [More]