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The Hidden Reality of EDS Pain & Mental Health | Dr. Rachinsky & Dr. Slepian

What does chronic pain really look like in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome — and how does living with invisible illness affect mental health over time? In this episode, pain specialist Dr. Rachinsky and psychologist Dr. Slepian join me for an in-depth conversation about the physical and emotional realities of living with EDS.

Rehabilitation & EDS: Building Strength, Stability & Function

What does rehabilitation for EDS actually look like? In this episode, we explore the role of rehabilitation programs in supporting individuals living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), including pain management, joint stability, pacing, strengthening, fatigue management, and improving daily function. We also discuss the challenges many patients face when exercise and rehabilitation are not properly adapted to hypermobility and connective tissue disorders.

Why EDS Is Often Missed: The Long Road to Diagnosis | Darsh Sheth

Why do so many people with EDS spend years undiagnosed before finally getting answers? In this episode, Darsh Sheth explains the realities of diagnosing and managing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, the challenges patients face within the healthcare system, and why symptoms often become more noticeable over time. We discuss hypermobility, the Beighton Scale, referral barriers, and how healthcare providers approach the complexity of EDS assessment and patient care.

Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS): Symptoms, Diagnosis & Care | Dr. Mittal

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mittal to discuss the realities of living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)—from delayed diagnosis to the daily challenges patients face navigating the healthcare system. We explore the importance of validation, patient advocacy, and what both patients and providers need to understand to improve care and outcomes.

Inside the mind of an abuser

In this conversation with Lundy Bancroft, we move beyond definitions and into the psychology of control—how abusive thinking patterns are formed, why empathy isn’t the issue, and what most people misunderstand about change. This episode challenges common beliefs and exposes the deeper structure behind psychological abuse.