Still I Rise
Battling anxiety is like being in the ring with Mike Tyson when he’s about to bite off your ear. Anxiety […]
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Shoot In The Dark
They call them tests. Unlike in school, it required no preparation on my part–my performance had little to do with
The Right To Be Psychotic
Have you ever wondered about the legal rights of someone experiencing a psychotic episode? According to the current system, they have the right to be psychotic and yet be treated as if they haven’t lost touch with reality. But is this taking civil rights too far? In this thought-provoking article, the author explores the history of involuntary hospital admissions and advocates for a safer and saner framework for early intervention in mental health crises. Drawing from personal experience, the author argues that relying on luck should not be the only solution to a loved one’s mental health crisis.
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Can I Hold Your Hand?
Have you ever been in a moment of intense fear and panic, feeling as though you’re about to lose control? Elizabeth, a flight attendant on a bumpy plane ride, offered a stranger a simple gesture of kindness that made all the difference. As the stranger pleaded to hold her hand, Elizabeth not only obliged but went above and beyond, offering to keep holding her hand for as long as she needed. This heartwarming encounter is a reminder of the power of human connection and the impact that a small act of kindness can have on someone’s life.
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When A Bipolar Loved One Quits A Med
By now you all must know I have a loved one (LO) who suffers from Bipolar Disorder type 1. I
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Schizoaffective Disorder: Will Someone Please Explain?
On my loved one’s hospital discharge papers (read the previous post to see what landed her there), I read a
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