Finding faith in myself can be a struggle. But I just decided to give school another try. I know the pain of mental illness, and I want to help others.
Schizoaffective disorder: schizophrenia and bipolar
Schizoaffective disorder: schizophrenia and bipolar. I thought I was infected with aids or the ebola virus and no-one was telling me. Then came Halloween.
Short Stories about Mental Health
Our latest collection of short stories about mental health. You don’t need to write a long piece to have your voice heard – just send us a few lines.
Support and where to find it – there’s no one size fits all
Finding an outlet to express your worries, symptoms and fears can be a life-saver. Working out the right option for you can be daunting.
Body Image and Dissociative Identity Disorder
My experience of body image and Dissociative Identity Disorder. My system has many different views of my body. I’m working on a stable self-image.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviour
Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior causes hair loss, infections, scarring, shame, loneliness and isolation. There’s help out there, don’t let shame deter you.
What to expect when starting antidepressants
The first few months, think of yourself as a poorly sick caterpillar in a cocoon, resting, ready to emerge. Keep on telling yourself it will pass.
13 Things You Should Know About Taking Antidepressants
‘Are you off your meds?’ is the most annoying question ever. We still have emotions and get sad or angry – it doesn’t mean we’re not taking our medication.
What is a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner?
A Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner trains intensively to practise primary health, behavioural and mental health care, for family members of all ages.
Allies in Recovery: Use and Overuse of Collateral Support
Burnout in caregivers impacts the quality of life of people with a mental health diagnosis. We need to research best practice to prevent abuse.
A Doctor’s Dangerously Irresponsible Attitude
I booked a doctor’s appointment for today – I would like help and treatment TODAY. How suicidal do I have to be before I’m taken seriously?
DNR – When I drove off a cliff
Really? I drove off a cliff and fell 400 feet down the hill? Why? I was Getting Out of this world and I didn’t want anyone to try to stop me.