Sheila Alder interviewed on TV
Watch video (4 1/2 min long - large download)

NEW research study: Predictors of Disability and Acceptance in Persons with Chronic Health Conditions in Internet-Based Chronic Illness Support Groups (Jan/12)

You are invited to take part in a research study: Predictors of Disability and Acceptance in Persons with Chronic Health Conditions in Internet-Based Chronic Illness Support Groups (COMIRB No: 11-1278). This study is being led by Abbie Beacham, Ph.D., at the University of Colorado Denver, Department of Psychology. The study involves answering a series of online questionnaires designed to increase understanding of chronic illnesses. We are inviting participants (age 18 and older) who have been and are currently experiencing a chronic illness for at least 3 months to complete an online survey. It is anticipated that this survey will take approximately 30-45 minutes of your time to complete. In addition, we request that you forward/share the survey link to other individuals with chronic illnesses who may wish to participate in this study so that they may have the opportunity to assist us in gathering information about chronic illnesses and online support groups. Please click on the following link if you are interested in learning more about the research study: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YDFHF9W

• New developments in the diagnosis of fibromyalgia syndrome: Say goodbye to tender points? - Jun/09
• FDA approves first FM drug Jun/07
  "Lyrica reduces pain and improves function in patients with fibromyalgia. The mechanism of action is unknown, but there is some data suggesting that it has effects on the release of neurotransmitters in the brain. Neurotransmitters are chemicals in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another. People with fibromyalgia experience pain differently than people who don't have the condition. Treatment with Lyrica reduces the level of pain in some patients."
• The Homeopathic Treatment of Fibromyalgia Allyson McQuinn, Intern, Arcanum Wholistic Clinic, Doctors of Homeopathic Medicine 2/04
• Fibromyalgia: It's a personal journey Dr David Saul, written for Readers' Digest, 99
• Helpful hints from support group members 5/98
• Suggested Causes & Treatments of FM - Ian Anderson DC 3/97
• Modern self-defense - James Wilkinson, 11/96
• Dr. Dan Sweet - Notes taken during Dr. Sweet's presentation to support group, 2/96
• How to apply for disability benefits - Sue Linton 8/95

Fibromyalgia Support - Ottawa West
S.C. Alder
Jun/09