Coping doesn’t mean pretending everything is okay. It means finding ways to get through, even when it’s hard.

Life with Huntington’s in the family can be unpredictable. If you are a young carer, you might be facing challenges that your friends don’t fully understand. That can be isolating or confusing. Coping strategies are here to help you navigate those feelings and moments, whether it's stress, sadness, anger, or worry about the future. You might be dealing with worries about the future, looking after someone, or just feeling different from your friends.

Our coping strategies page offers practical ideas to help you manage stress and anxiety. 

Try one of our coping strategy ideas.

Coping skills toolbox

A great way to utilise this page and coping skills is by starting to form your own personal coping skills toolbox. It can be a collection of activities, tools, and reminders that you can turn to when you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Think of it like an emotional first-aid kit that you can use when you are having a difficult day. It is there to remind you of healthy coping skills that you might forget when you're stressed.

Creating a a daily routine

Having structure can help things feel less chaotic. It builds comfort in knowing what’s coming next. You could choose a few daily habits such as wake-up time, healthy meals and exercise. Then add small grounding techniques such a breathing techniques, journaling or a walk in nature.

Use support networks

Connecting with others who are going through a similar thing can really help when you are feeling sad and overwhelmed. Support groups are there to help