Seeking Participants for Research Study: Positive Change from CFS

My name is Justin Chernow, and I am diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). I still struggle with my symptoms on a daily basis. Yet in looking back to where and who I was before CFS ? compared to where and who I am now ? I am also able to perceive positive changes stemming from my process of coping with, adjusting to, and seeking meaning from CFS. Some might call these positive changes growth, or even transformation.

Currently, as part of my dissertation research at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in Palo Alto, CA, I am looking for other adults with CFS who ? whether struggling with symptoms or improved in functioning ? believe they have experienced personal, spiritual, and/or religious positive change, growth, or transformation from CFS.

If you might be interested in sharing your story of positive change from CFS through a brief interview (by phone or in-person), I invite you to phone me at 650-224-7472, or to email me via the address posted on the Contact page at www.GrowthFromCFS.com, the Web site for this research project. Please note that all inquiries are confidential, and there is no obligation to participate.

By sharing your story and perspective, you may benefit from the opportunity to:

* See your life in a new way by reflecting on your own experience;

* Consider the positive aspects or perceived benefits of CFS; and

* Help others with CFS, and the people who live and work with them.

More information on this research is posted at www.GrowthFromCFS.com. I would also be pleased to personally answer questions from individuals interested in participating in this study.

All the best,
Justin

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Justin Chernow, M.A., Ph.D. Candidate
650-224-7472
www.GrowthFromCFS.com