The social and emotional impact of congenital heart disease

People with congenital heart disease (CHD) experience unique challenges. This can lead people to experience a range of emotions which are very normal and completely understandable. Some of the ways you might be feelings are detailed in this handout.

There are a range of feelings which people use the psychology service to support them with. You might feel some or all of them and that's okay! However, emotions can be difficult for people to manage and may impact the things that are important to you. You can seek support from the medical professionals working with you on your care who can make a referral to psychology if any problems are feeling unmanageable.