The worst thing I have found about depression is the moment you catch yourself falling into a funk. Don’t suffer in silence.
At 23, I almost succeeded in killing myself….
I was afraid to talk about mental health – I thought my friends and family would abandon me. But after my suicide attempt, we all support each other.
Why is antenatal depression such a taboo subject?
Why is antenatal depression such a taboo subject? This needs to change. There’s support out there and I’m so proud of myself for admitting I needed help.
Let’s Talk Now: Time to Talk Day 2018
Tomorrow is Time to Talk Day 2018. It aims to get people talking about mental health issues, reduce the taboo and make it easy for people to ask for help.
Bipolar, borderline and anxious
While people are supportive about my anxiety and bipolar, borderline carries stigma. It’s wrong that certain disorders are accepted and others are not.
Never Lose Hope — Living Without Alcohol
In the darkness of alcoholism I tried to take my life. But I got help. I’m living without alcohol and life is good. Talk to someone, never give up hope.
The Importance of Listening
It is vital that people with depression are made to feel valued by their nearest and dearest. Please listen and show that you care
Football Offered Me a Lifeline — Achieving my Dream
Don’t ever underestimate the power of sport. It offered me a lifeline when I was under the full grip of depression and to this day, it continues to be my getaway.
Courage to Soar
Working with depression and anxiety is challenging when you keep it hidden. It takes courage to soar above the stigma that is attached to mental health and be open and honest with work colleagues.
When you cannot pay for your health
In the movies, people go straight to a professional when they become mentally ill. But in the real world, perhaps you cannot pay for your health.
Being Married to Someone with Mental Health Issues
I’m asking my husband about how my condition affects him. I hope to help people in the same situation and give insight to others.
Audio Visual & Tactile Hallucinations: The Violent Collision of the Subconscious With Reality
Alienation and mental illness go hand in hand when unchecked. People victimise those with mental illness. They will do just about anything to ignore a person who really needs help.