Hydrocephalus Blog & Resources

Body Image and Scars: Living with Hydrocephalus

December 2, 2025

Scars from hydrocephalus surgery can impact body image and confidence. This article explores why scars can feel overwhelming and how to rebuild self-acceptance.

Announcing the 2025 Neuropsychology & Cognition Award Recipients

December 1, 2025

The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is proud to announce the awardees of the 2025 Neuropsychology &…

Attitude of Gratitude: Staying Positive with NPH

November 10, 2025

Attitude of Gratitude: Dorothy embraces life with NPH and other health challenges, turning obstacles into opportunities for gratitude and growth

Emotional Impact of Chronic Pain: Finding Acceptance

November 6, 2025

Emotional impact of chronic pain can feel overwhelming. Explore ways to heal emotionally, embrace acceptance, and live with renewed purpose.

Dating With Hydrocephalus: Confidence and Boundaries

November 6, 2025

Learn how to approach dating with hydrocephalus—build confidence, set healthy boundaries, and create relationships grounded in trust and self-love.

Announcing the 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Accelerator Award Recipient

November 6, 2025

The Hydrocephalus Association is excited to announce the recipient of our 2025 Accelerator Award, which…

Hydrocephalus versus NPH: What’s the Difference?

November 3, 2025

Many people under 60 think they have NPH—but it’s almost always seen in older adults. Learn the real causes of symptoms and how to get the right diagnosis.

The Hydrocephalus Scoop on Capitol Hill — October 2025

October 29, 2025

We hope you’re hanging in there. It’s been a tough few weeks in D.C., and we wanted to give you a quick update on what’s happening in Congress and how it might affect our hydrocephalus community—especially when it comes to healthcare access and telehealth.

Growing Up with Hydrocephalus: Finding My Own Timeline

October 23, 2025

Growing up with hydrocephalus taught Jenna to let go of expectations and embrace her own pace on a path that’s uniquely hers.

Announcing our 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients!

October 22, 2025

The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is pleased and honored to announce our 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients.

Hydrocephalus in High School: Coping with Chronic Pain

October 8, 2025

Growing up with hydrocephalus in high school meant facing chronic pain, self-advocacy, and learning to trust your body when others didn’t believe you.

Hydrocephalus Association Elevates the Patient Voice on the Global Stage

October 6, 2025

HA was proud to represent the patient community at the Hydrocephalus Society World Congress in Toulouse, France, September 2025.