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Helping others to understand my wet AMD
Living with wet AMD

Helping others to understand my wet AMD

Central vision sight loss can be difficult to explain to those around you, so it's important to talk openly so they can best support you in your day-to-day life.

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It can be hard for others to understand how wet AMD and vision loss are affecting you. You may find that discussing your symptoms and the challenges you have in your daily life can help them understand. It is so important to maintain not just your physical health but also your mental health, as vision loss is associated with depression.1 

Consider sharing resources you have collected, or share this website with them so they can learn more and better support you.

References

  1. Lundeen EA, Saydah S, Ehrlich JR, Saaddine J. Self-Reported Vision Impairment and Psychological Distress in U.S. Adults. Ophthalmic Epidemiol. 2022;29(2):171-181.