Paint With Me: Finding a Coping Skill for IBD

Hi! My name is Nathalie, one of the CCYAN fellows of 2021!

TW: mental health

Today I talk about how I found what coping skill worked best for me to manage my IBD and my mental health. If you want to find out more information about me or CCYAN, be sure to check out https://www.ccyanetwork.org and @ccyanetwork on social media.

If you or a loved one with IBD is struggling with mental health and needs immediate help, please cal 911, text START to 747-741 or call 1-800-273 TALK (8255).

Remember, you are not alone.

This video is sponsored by Lyfebulb.

Lyfebulb is a patient empowerment platform, which centers around improving the lives of those impacted by chronic disease.

Paint With Me: Managing IBD and Depression

TW: depression

Hi! My name is Nathalie, one of the CCYAN fellows of 2021! Today I talk about my experiences dealing with IBD and depression.

“I think sometimes when you’re dealing with depression, it never feels like anyone can understand you. It’s kind of like you’re screaming at the world for just anyone to listen to you, and somehow, no one can hear you. And no one can see you, because of your disability and the fact that it’s invisible. But I’m here to remind you that I can hear you, and so can other people in our community.”

If you or a loved one with IBD is struggling with mental health and needs immediate help, please call 911, text START to 747-741 or call 1-800-273 TALK (8255). Remember, you are not alone.

This video is sponsored by Lyfebulb.

Lyfebulb is a patient empowerment platform, which centers around improving the lives of those impacted by chronic disease.

My IBD Story

Hi! My name is Nathalie, one of the CCYAN fellows of 2021! Today I talk about my IBD diagnosis story and how Crohn's disease affected me at such an early age...

Get ready with CCYAN fellow Nathalie Garcia as she shares her IBD diagnosis story and how Crohn’s disease affected her at such an early age. 

Growing up, Nathalie’s brother almost lost his life due to ulcerative colitis following a misdiagnosis from lack of medical testing. A few years later, Nathalie began experiencing signs of IBD herself when she was just 15 years old. Because of her family history, Nathalie was tested early for IBD only for the results to come out as inconclusive. At 16, however, she collapsed during her high school cross-country race and was finally diagnosed with Crohn’s disease.

Nathalie dives into her diagnosis journey in her latest video and shares the ups, the downs, and all the relatable moments in between. 

This video is sponsored by Lyfebulb.

Lyfebulb is a patient empowerment platform, which centers around improving the lives of those impacted by chronic disease.