stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
In my own world
Do you know the feeling when you just want to be alone and not disturbed by anything or anyone? There are plenty of nice and fun things out there but yet hiding in one’s nest feels the best option. For some people, avoiding others implies that you are offended, so you don’t want to speak to them. It’s hard to explain unless you have experienced it yourself.
By Neurodivergent_ai3 years ago in Psyche
Have you been defeated by your own mind? Life is difficult for many, but according to psychologists, it is you who needs to change.
I touched my skull - just right behind the ear - and found the texture discomforting. Am I getting dandruff again? So, I try probing better, peeling away to reveal (or create) a rush.
By Avocado Nunzella BSc (Psych) -- M.A.P 3 years ago in Psyche
“Why I can NOT be Beautiful?!”
This is my poetic journey for over 20 years with Body Dysmorphia(or Body Dysmorphic Disorder). It may be a content warning with depression, body shame, swear language, anxiety, eating disorders/disordered eating, inner critic, body dysmorphia, trust issues, suicidal thoughts, ableism, sexism, and perfectionism.
By Meghan LeVaughn 3 years ago in Psyche
Signs of mental illness that should never be ignored
The truth behind the title is that we never want to ignore the signs of mental illness, whether in ourselves, or others. Most individuals are not able to diagnose themselves, yet our observations will be the first wave of information qualified healthcare professionals will use to put the right evaluation into motion. It is not a suggestion to “watchdog” those around us, or fixate on our daily routines, only register changes, and react with the same brevity, compassion, even urgency, when needed.
By LP Steinbeck3 years ago in Psyche
Is ADHD… trendy?
An ADHD Pioneer I was 12 years old when I was diagnosed with what is now known as Classic ADHD. Not only was it a rare diagnosis for the times, In 2003 only an estimated 4.3% of children aged 4-17 years were reported to have ever had an ADHD diagnosis, but also in the fact that I was female.
By Samantha Dunn3 years ago in Psyche
Remembering Raymond
September is Suicide Awareness Month, and today is the birthday of a dear one who lost his life to suicide. Below is my remembrance of him, written on the second birthday after his death; it's now been eight years since he left us and it's still unimaginable.
By Cheryl Wray3 years ago in Psyche
Why I am raising money for “Young Minds” charity.
It is not a secret for anyone at this point that I feel very strongly about the subject of mental health, as well as destroying the stigma that surrounds it. I mean, it even says in my bio, both here and on Instagram that I am a mental health advocate. And since I started a fundraiser for YoungMinds charity on my birthday last month, I thought this is a good time to elaborate on the subject a bit more. To make it more personal, more transparent. To tell a story about a real life experience.
By Eva Smitte3 years ago in Psyche
