I am not okay. I dread every day. I hate myself more than I ever did before. I am not okay. There are so many debts that I just cannot pay.
Ugly Acronyms: the stigma attached to personality disorders
A EUPD diagnosis shortens your life by 20 years. Doctors routinely disbelieve us when we’re ill, due to the stigma attached to personality disorders.
Psychiatric Crisis at University – Medical training and mental health
The story of my psychiatric crisis at university and the event that transpired is one of deception, intrigue, courage and respect.
What is the Link between Mental Health and Oral Health?
Psychiatric disorders lead to a higher likelihood of dental problems and tooth loss, but having serious oral problems can also affect our mental health.
Think before you speak – Damaging Words
‘I think you just wallow. You’ve got to push yourself. Sort yourself out. Now, try to get yourself a bit more cheerful, will you?’
Counselling, and Writing to Heal
This is going to be painful. This is going to hurt. But, you’re already in pain. You’re already hurting. Maybe writing will take some of that pain away.
My mini-break after a breakdown
Even the most poorly people on that ward would joke about how they are an adult, work, own a home, but are not allowed a pencil sharpener or pair of laces.
Anxiety Made Me Do It – Hating Myself
I was sitting last night absolutely hating myself. That voice was back, telling me how I’m such a horrible person and people would be better off without me.
Is this worth it?
Is this worth it? What’s the point? I’ve failed everyone. I’m so tired. I don’t know what to do. Will I ever be happy? I don’t know why I keep going.
I’m not ashamed of my antidepressants
The media portrays medication as personal failure, dependency, an attempt to be ‘fixed’.This damaging stigma makes people ashamed of antidepressants.
What do you have to be thankful for?
Reflecting, I’m thankful I didn’t take the decorations down. I am heartbroken, but I choose to be thankful for the good in my life, the warmth and love.
Unpaid work trials
I was offered a paid job that required lived experience of mental illness, But then the charity tried to take advantage by asking me to work for free.