Living with chronic kidney disease can affect more than just physical health. The emotional and psychological impact of ongoing treatment, lifestyle changes, and uncertainty can be significant.
At Renaliv, we recognise that mental well-being is an important part of overall kidney care.
A diagnosis of chronic kidney disease can lead to feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and fear about the future. Many patients experience frustration as they adapt to new routines, dietary changes, or dialysis schedules. Fatigue and physical symptoms may also influence mood and motivation. These emotional responses are common and understandable. Adjusting to a long-term health condition takes time, and acknowledging these feelings is an important part of managing overall health.
Maintaining good mental health is a struggle for most people in today’s world – it gets even more difficult if you have kidney disease. Each stage of kidney disease comes with a new level of stress that impacts your life in many ways.
The change in your lifestyle makes your brain feel overwhelmed and can affect your ability to respond to stressful situations. It can also affect your eating habits, sleep cycle, energy levels and more. Some common stressors are:
While you can speak to your loved ones, and try to get away from your stress, seeking professional help, however, is always considered to be a better solution. Consult a therapist or a psychologist who can help you with tangible steps that you can take towards healing from the trauma. Self-help or self-care has also proven to be a great help in such cases. Read your favourite book, exercise, learn new skills, focus on your hobbies or join support groups that never make you feel alone.
I never imagined that kidney care could be this easy until I met with the Renaliv team. Their support has been life-saving for me.
Amit Kulkarni, Verified Patient
