Young Adults with Arthritis

Do you find yourself burning out from daily chores and errands, with little energy left for the things you actually enjoy, like catching up with friends and family, playing sport, pursuing hobbies or going on weekend adventures? When you live with arthritis, everyday tasks can take more physical and...

In this personal reflection, Will shares the realities of living with arthritis as a young adult, the importance of support networks, and how movement helped him rediscover confidence and independence. His story is a reminder that while arthritis can change your path, it doesn’t have to define it. Can...

Living with a chronic condition can affect much more than your physical health. Fatigue, pain, changes in mobility, disrupted sleep and other symptoms can make everyday activities more difficult. You may also find it harder to work, socialise, maintain relationships or take part in activities you once enjoyed. These...

Living with arthritis as a young adult can sometimes feel isolating. While friends and family may care deeply, it can be challenging for others to fully understand the unique experiences of managing symptoms, navigating study or work, maintaining relationships and planning for the future while living with a chronic condition.  That’s why community matters.  Connecting with others...

Many young people with arthritis worry about how their condition might affect dating and relationships. Some feel self-conscious about visible symptoms, mobility aids or joint changes. Others worry about fatigue, pain or the unpredictability of flares impacting social plans.  There can also be pressure to appear carefree and independent when getting to know...

Living with arthritis as a young adult can often feel isolating, especially when it comes to navigating movement, exercise and the expectations placed on your body. In this personal reflection, Hannah shares her experience with arthritis, and the role exercise has played in her journey.  By sharing stories like...

Starting or returning to university or tertiary education is an exciting milestone, full of new independence, opportunities, and the chance to shape your own routine and lifestyle. For those living with arthritis, this transition also brings a shift in responsibility.   Alongside the excitement of independence comes the need to take a more active...

If you live with arthritis, you may be familiar with a deep, persistent tiredness that does not go away, even after a full night of sleep. This kind of fatigue goes beyond normal tiredness. It affects both the body and the mind and is often described as overwhelming exhaustion,...