The nurse said he didn’t need my permission to share confidential information. He used the threat of a section as leverage: an abuse of professional power.
Make It Count – Mental Health Support in Schools
Children need support to prevent poor mental health developing and early intervention when it does occur. Sign the Make it Count petition here.
Catch 22 – I’m not looking for work
I am not looking for work. I tell them I am, but work triggers my mental illness. There doesn’t seem to be a place for me in society. What do I do?
Is this worth it?
Is this worth it? | What’s the point? | I’ve failed everyone | I’m so tired | I hate being a burden to everyone | I’m lost
Me and Anxiety – Finding The Key
It isn’t permanent. You will find a way to fight it. You’ll suddenly find a strength you didn’t know you had. You will find your key.
Language Referring to Suicide
We need to reduce the taboo and stigma surrounding suicide. Words such as ‘committed suicide’ or ‘successful suicide’ are damaging.
My Bipolar Journal – Entry 1
For the first time, I’ve been administered medication in the morning in conjunction with my bedtime meds. This is making me somewhat hazy.
Keep On Going
We can all help to destigmatise mental health problems and help to tackle the isolation that people so often encounter. Here’s how.
Open Letter to My Facebook Friends
I’ve fought suicidal thoughts and it hurt so bad. Now, two suicides reported in the media worldwide compelled me to write this open letter.
Overanalyzing is Exhausting
If you frequently find yourself overanalyzing, I want you to know you are definitely not alone. It feels like you are but I promise it’s not true.
7 Self Help Ideas For Easing Depression
Here are some ideas I have tried that work well for me, and a few that I’d like to try. Again, be sure to choose what is practical and feels right for you!
We All Have Mental Health
We should encourage people to talk about suicide. It’s important that disclosure is met with compassion and understanding.