Your experience matters – help shape future understanding of long-term health

Many people in our communities live with more than one long-term health condition, and we know that managing day-to-day life can be complex, exhausting, and often misunderstood.

Researchers at the University of Derby are inviting people with lived experience of multiple long-term health conditions to take part in a piece of research that aims to better understand the emotional and psychological impact of managing more than one condition at the same time.

This is about listening — really listening — to people’s stories, challenges and strengths.

What would taking part involve?

• A one-to-one conversation lasting around 45–60 minutes
• Held online via Microsoft Teams, at a time that suits you
• A safe, confidential and supportive space to talk
• You are free to skip questions or stop at any point

Why your voice is important

• By sharing your experiences, you can help:
• Shine a light on the real-life impact of managing multiple conditions
• Improve understanding of what support works — and what doesn’t
• Influence future thinking around services and care
• Your insight could help ensure that services better reflect the realities faced by people in our communities.

Interested or want to know more?
If you’d like more information or are thinking about taking part, please contact: A.Mawer1@unimail.derby.ac.uk

About the study This research is part of an MSc in Health Psychology and has been fully reviewed and approved by the University of Derby Research Ethics Committee.

Please share within your organisations and networks where this opportunity might be meaningful. Lived experience is powerful — and this is a chance to make it count.