Living with PsA
If you live with PsA, you are not alone. There are many ways to seek support, and reach out to others who may be experiencing something similar.1
Some individuals can find support groups helpful. For example, you could look for local groups in your area:
Alternatively, there are a range of online resources and support groups, which not only keep you updated on the latest news about PsA, but can also connect you with others who are experiencing something similar. The National Psoriasis Foundation has information on PsA, podcasts, and the world’s largest online community of people with psoriasis and PsA. It offers a space to ask questions through its helpline, too.
In addition to speaking to others who have been diagnosed with PsA, it is important to build your own support network at home. Explaining your condition to friends and family, or encouraging them to research it further themselves, helps to educate them on what you are experiencing. In periods when your symptoms are worse, they may be able to help out around the house, aiding you with tasks you are finding particularly difficult until your symptoms start to improve. They can also lend an ear when you simply want to talk, which can ensure you feel reassured and supported, as opposed to isolated and alone.
References
- Ways to find support – Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/psoriatic-arthritis/ways-to-find-support#talk-to-your-doctor. Last accessed April 2025.