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How I Finally Took Control Of My Skin-Picking Obsession

My hands move from my book to my arms as I wait anxiously in the doctor’s office. I search my skin for tiny punctures, nonexistent holes or marks; I

by Hannah Turner

As A Disabled Woman, The Goblin Mode Trend Doesn’t Sit Righ...

Goblin mode is the latest in a long line of lifestyle-based aesthetics to go viral on social media before trickling down into irrelevancy. Some last longer

by Hannah Turner

They Said It Was Bipolar II. Now I Know It Was Endometriosis

Maria is in her late 20s and living with endometriosis. She is now working on a PhD on the history of the disease, and exploration of patient experiences w

by Hannah Turner

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I’m Chronically Ill & Constantly Targeted By Ads That Make ...

In the last four years I have tried almost anything that someone told me would make me feel better: CBD, infrared saunas, acupressure mats, scented candles

by Hannah Turner

I Gave Up Sex & Dating To Focus On Getting Better

Maddy Reid is a 23-year-old Scot, currently living in London. She is a digital editor and also works as a model. She lives with multiple chronic illnesses.

by Hannah Turner

“Just Because I Am Ill Does Not Mean I Love Less”: Wh...

My boyfriend washes my hair, cooks my dinner, cleans our home and collects the post. He is not some kind of superhero; he is just doing the things I can’

by Hannah Turner

Painsomnia: The Torturous Nightly Routine Of Young Women With Chr...

It’s 3am on a Tuesday and my boyfriend sleeps soundly next to me as I contemplate getting up for the day. Tossing and turning since midnight, I have

by Hannah Turner