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Mental Health
Essays and field notes on neurodivergent mental health, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and living well outside the neurotypical box. No toxic positivity, just honest exploration.
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Self-Help Resources
Coping skills, mental health awareness, suicide prevention resources, and more for managing mental illness.
Feeling suicidal? Read "Say no to suicide" — Your life has value and there are people who want to help you.Coping skills for racing thoughts
Dealing with racing thoughts can be a challenging and daunting task, but I'd like to share some of the tips I have gained over the years so that it can be managed effectively.
The Effects of Media on Mental Health and Behavior
Ever wondered if the media has long last-lasting effects on your mental health? Bad news is impossible to avoid; it's all over -- television, social media.
How To Help Someone Who Has Mental Illness
How do you help someone with a mental health problem? What if they don't want help? Or are stubborn about seeking treatment? What if they don't believe they have mental illness?
How Mental Health Stigma Affects Your Life
How mental health stigma affects your life. How does stigma make you feel? Does gender play a role? How can we challenge it?
The Days I Get Blamed For Having Cancer
People often blame mental illness on a person rather than treating it like a physical illness. This post explores the stigma and misconceptions around mental health.
Long time, no update. Here’s what’s new…
A long-overdue update about what's been happening lately - dealing with stress, remodeling projects, bipolar disorder symptoms, and medication side effects.
I may have Schizoaffective Disorder
I've posted about this on social media to some extent, but I'm sure not everyone follows me to know what's going on with my mental health diagnosis journey.
World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10th each year to raise awareness about suicide prevention and provide support for those struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Rough time lately
Dealing with stress over finances, remodeling projects, and bipolar disorder symptoms including hallucinations, depression, and rapid mood cycling while managing medication and therapy.
Hallucinations. Had a few tonight.
A personal account of experiencing multiple hallucinations within 20 minutes - seeing an Egyptian-style cat, a ghostly girl, and a van transforming into a clown. The reality and fear of psychotic episodes.
Anxiety and paranoia
Anxiety is a normal part of life, but there's a point when it becomes something more. This post explores the difference between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders, including paranoia.
Ultra-rapid cycling lately
Experiencing ridiculously rapid cycling with Bipolar disorder lately - mood swings happening at an accelerated rate, making it difficult to maintain stability.
Delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia
A personal account of experiencing psychosis associated with bipolar disorder, including delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia from childhood through adulthood.
A therapist that I may actually like for once!
After not having a therapist for a couple of years and having bad experiences, I finally met a new therapist. Surprisingly, I may actually like her - she has a sense of humor, doesn't force me to do anything, and I felt comfortable.
Is suicide selfish?
A discussion on whether suicide is a selfish act, considering both the perspective of the person experiencing suicidal thoughts and the impact on loved ones.
Bipolar disorder: My Personal Experience and What it is for me
Brien Blatt details some of his personal experience with his Bipolar Disorder and how it has impacted has life. Bipolar disorder, formerly called manic depressive disorder, affects mood, energy, and activity levels.
Mental illness and the stigma attached to it
A rant about the stigma attached to Bipolar Disorder and other mental illnesses, addressing misconceptions about danger, craziness, and the need for compassion.
What is Bipolar Disorder anyway?
What is Bipolar disorder? Well, I have it; let me give you a summary. A brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.
After 2 years, I'm back on medication
After taking a 2-year break from psychiatrists, therapists, and medication due to a bad experience with Seroquel, my symptoms worsened. This is the story of getting back on track - the ER visit, finding a primary care doctor, and finally seeing a psychiatrist who prescribed Lamictal.
Bad experience with Seroquel, and a suicide attempt
A personal account of a suicide attempt while taking Seroquel, including the negative side effects, the overdose experience, hospitalization, and long-term consequences.
All about my racing thoughts
Define racing thoughts? Ever had a "flight of ideas" - thoughts that just won't stop, and overwhelm you? Read and HEAR examples of racing thoughts here.
Coping skills from yours truly
Coping skills for mental illness, anxiety, depression, stress, and life in general. A rundown of coping skills that I've learned to deal with my mental/emotional issues.
What severe depression is like
What is severe depression like? Based on personal experiences - the physical weight, emotional drain, and the reality that it's not something you can just 'toughen up' and snap out of.
More about my stay in a mental hospital
A personal account of being hospitalized in a mental institution, including the initial feelings, experiences with psychiatrists, group therapy, and the journey toward accepting a bipolar disorder diagnosis.
Suicidal thoughts
I've had suicidal thoughts throughout my whole my life and still do to this day. A personal account of suicidal thoughts in the context of bipolar disorder.
Say no to suicide. Getting help with your problems and concerns
If you're feeling suicidal or struggling with overwhelming problems, please read this. Your life has value and there are people who want to help you through difficult times.
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