Amanda Jones was Lauren's "client" for her case study on myasthenia graves. Amanda was diagnosed at age 33 and she is currently still living with the disease at 37. This allowed Lauren to reach out and talk to her, which I thought was REALLY COOL. Myasthenia gravis is a disorder that attacks neuromuscular receptors. Amanda believed she had this disorder long before her diagnosis but it was often misdiagnosed as anxiety. Misdiagnosis is very common with MD as its symptoms are very similar to other disorders.
We discussed ideas for her to continuing to pursue her passions as a photographer, wife, and mother. Since she is easily exhausted we discussed ways to lessen the work required. For photography we talked about her using a tripod so she would not have to carry around her large camera. She could use a nanny or assistance at home with her baby and house hold chores so she can spend her energy in her actual relationships as a wife and a mother.
Lauren did a really good job!
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