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My Voice Counts<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Self-Advocacy Toolkit<\/h1>\n

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One of FTWW\u2019s main aims is to give those we support the confidence and skills they require to speak up about their health and related needs.<\/p>\n

FTWW\u2019s \u2018My Voice Counts\u2019<\/em><\/strong> self-advocacy toolkit has been coproduced with our members. It aims to provide you with tips, advice, and skills that could be helpful in accessing the care and support that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n

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How to use the Self-Advocacy Toolkit<\/h2>\n

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This toolkit includes information about why self-advocacy is important as well a practical tips, techniques, and examples to build your self-advocacy skills.<\/p>\n

It is available in Welsh and English.<\/p>\n

Scroll down to read each of the five sections of the toolkit below, followed by some useful animations, scenarios, and our My Voice Counts<\/em> checklist.<\/p>\n

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Download and print the full toolkit to read in your own time<\/p>\n

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Learn about self-advocacy and build your skills<\/h2>\n

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Section 1: Why are women’s health concerns not always heard?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Section 2: What is self-advocacy and why is it important?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Section 3: 4 easy steps to getting started with self-advocacy<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Section 4: 15 practical self-advocacy tips<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Section 5: 13 techniques to help handle health conversations<\/strong><\/p>\n

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“<\/em>I don\u2019t like to admit I\u2019m struggling. I don\u2019t want to be the person that\u2019s labelled as sick. Even though I know it\u2019s not the case, I feel like I\u2019ll be seen as weak, or as someone who\u2019s just not strong enough to deal with things. So when I do finally admit that there\u2019s a problem, I can end up quite emotional and close to tears which I feel doesn\u2019t help with being taken seriously, particularly by health professionals who don\u2019t know me. “<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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Self-Advocacy in action: ‘My Voice Counts’<\/em> animations and scenarios<\/h2>\n

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See self-advocacy in action by watching a less and more successful healthcare appointment, and reading examples of how to use the skills you\u2019ve learned.<\/p>\n

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An example of a difficult healthcare conversation where the patient isn’t heard:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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An improved healthcare conversation where the patient uses self-advocacy skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Self-advocacy in action<\/h2>\n

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The four scenarios below may be useful for understanding how self-advocacy skills can help you respond in a healthcare conversation.<\/p>\n

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Scenario 1<\/h3>\n

You\u2019re having side effects, but you feel that the doctor dismisses your experiences by saying that this treatment is the best one for your condition.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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‘Thank you for outlining the benefit of this particular treatment, which I understand. However, I\u2019ve noticed that since starting it I\u2019m having what feels like constant period pain and spotting. It\u2019s making it very difficult for me to manage and I\u2019m having to take time off work as a result. I\u2019d appreciate us looking at different options, please.’<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Scenario 2<\/h3>\n

You\u2019ve read that a referral to secondary care should be offered for your condition, but your doctor is reluctant to make one as the waiting list is so long and they are concerned about you managing whilst waiting.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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‘Thank you, I appreciate you explaining the length of the waiting list. However, I\u2019ve tried a couple of different treatment options now and I\u2019m concerned that my symptoms are getting worse. I think it\u2019s best for me if I go on the waiting list for secondary care at this point. I\u2019ve checked NICE guidance and it confirms this as a next step. Thank you for making the referral for me. I\u2019d also welcome some support whilst waiting, if you could suggest any services available in this area.’<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Scenario 3<\/h3>\n

You are struggling to follow all the details of what you\u2019re told during your healthcare appointment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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‘Thank you for explaining all the details about my condition and treatment options. However, I find it difficult to remember everything we discuss and need some more time to think about it all. Please could you write down today\u2019s key points or give me a leaflet so I can get back to you with my decision. Would it be possible to make a second appointment in two weeks\u2019 time? Thank you for this.’<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Scenario 4<\/h3>\n

You feel that your doctor is more focused on your mental health and that your physical health needs are being blamed on this. <\/b><\/p>\n

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\u2018I agree that my mental health isn\u2019t the best it could be. However, living with the physical symptoms that I have is stressful and impacting on lots of aspects of my life. I feel that if we could work together on managing the physical symptoms, my mental health would improve.’<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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(And, if you would like, you could also ask for a referral to counselling or mental health support for those wider psychological impacts caused by living with a chronic condition).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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FTWW’s self-advocacy checklist<\/h2>\n

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We’ve designed a simple checklist for better self-advocacy based on the phrase MY VOICE COUNTS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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M<\/span>aking time for
<\/strong>Y<\/span>ou<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

V<\/span>oicing your symptoms, needs, and wishes
<\/strong>O<\/span>wnership \u2013 it\u2019s your health; you are in control!
<\/strong>I<\/span>nformation \u2013 have your notes ready in advance
<\/strong>C<\/span>almly and confidently asking for clarification
<\/strong>E<\/span>xpressing your expectations<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

C<\/span>ollating your notes after the appointment
<\/strong>O<\/span>bserving how you\u2019re feeling
<\/strong>U<\/span>nderstanding what happened
<\/strong>N<\/span>ot dwelling on negative feelings about yourself
<\/strong>T<\/span>aking care of you
<\/strong>S<\/span>eeking additional support if needed<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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This will help you prepare and remember the checklist at your appointments. Available while stocks last!<\/p>\n

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The FTWW My Voice Counts self-advocacy toolkit has been developed with funding from the National Lottery, and the generosity of Sarah Seddon\u2019s family and friends.<\/p>\n

Our thanks also to FTWW\u2019s members, and colleagues at Epilepsy Action<\/a> for their contributions and insights.<\/p>\n

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Useful resources for managing your wellbeing<\/h2>\n

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We know from our members that living with chronic or recurrent, often non-visible, health conditions can cause people a lot of stress which, in turn, can make symptoms worse. We’ve collated some of the important resources for women and girls who are living with health issues below.<\/p>\n

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Not just for endometriosis patients, this website includes a questionnaire which can help you understand your coping style and develop strategies to help you better manage the psychological impact of living with a long-term health condition.<\/p>\n

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Find tools and resources to improve your mental wellbeing and resilience<\/p>\n

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