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New Online Patient Forums

NKF Kidney Communities is a new online resource for patients with kidney disease, on dialysis, or undergoing transplantation, and for living donors. N...

Coping and self-care,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing

Is it the “Kidney Blues” or Depression?

Q: I’m worried because sometimes I feel so sad and overwhelmed by my kidney disease. Does this mean that I am depressed? How do I know if I need hel...

Coping and self-care,

Depression and anxiety,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing

New Online Communities for People Like You

NKF communities offer a safe and supportive place where patients and caregivers can share experiences, ask questions, and get answers related to kidne...

Coping and self-care,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing

You Don’t Look Sick

Too often, those with CKD and/or on dialysis are faced with a common refrain – “You don’t look sick.”

Coping and self-care,

Mental health and wellness,

Self-management and self-care,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing

Coping Effectively: A Guide for Patients and their Families

Despite medical advances, kidney failure deeply affects daily life and emotions. Learn about the challenges and support available for patients and fam...

Coping and self-care,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Depression and Chronic Illness: 5 Ways to Cope

Whether you’ve been newly diagnosed with kidney disease, or have been living with it for a long time, you’ve likely experienced some “lows” in your mo...

Coping and self-care,

Depression and anxiety,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing

Coping with Symptoms While on Dialysis

This information will help you learn more about kidney health.

Coping and self-care,

Mental health and wellness,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Treatments and therapies