

Powering Through Internal Conflict
Aug 17, 2023
Dr. Laurie Keefer, PhD, a practicing physician and researcher in gastroenterology, teaches resilience to her patients. She discusses the 5 key areas of focus: accepting the disease, learned optimism, self-regulatory skills, self-confidence in managing the disease, and social support. She emphasizes the importance of social support and connecting patients with similar conditions to mitigate the trauma of disease. Resilience training and a touching patient story are also shared.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Resilience and Coping Strategies for Patients with Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
01:49 • 12min
Misconceptions and the Emotional Impact of Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis
13:44 • 2min
The Importance of Social Support in Building Resilience
15:59 • 9min
Connecting Patients and Mitigating the Trauma of Disease
25:27 • 3min
Resilience Training, Trellis Health, and a Touching Patient Story
28:08 • 4min