A Mental Illness Diagnosis Means a Better Life Is Possible
It’s exciting to witness that moment when someone realizes that their diagnosis means that a better life is possible for them.
Asking for Help Is an Important Skill
There are several excuses we give ourselves to explain why we don’t ask for the help we need. None of them are accurate, though we believe they are.
Crisis Survival: How to Control the Uncontrollable
Emotional crises can happen anywhere and under even seemingly simple situations. Learning to manage a crisis scenario is critical.
It’s Probably Just Me: When We Feel Isolated
“It’s probably just me” properly translates to a much more powerful phrase: “I’m the only one, and I’m all alone.” It’s not true. You aren’t alone.
Have an Effective Talk Therapy Experience
While medication, good diet, and consistent exercise are important in treatment, there is another component that is equally important: Talk therapy.
Medications and How to Get a Prescription
There are several ways you can go about getting a prescription, and each have slightly different processes: going to your regular doctor, working through your therapist/psychologist, and seeing a psychiatrist. Whichever route you take, a chat with a pharmacist is a good idea, as well.
The White Pill: My Journey to Bipolar Disorder
“Before we can determine what else is going on, we need to address your depression.” The blood drained out of my face. Depression? Of all the outcomes I expected from this appointment, a diagnosis of “depression” wasn’t even on the list. It’s just not how I thought of myself. Maybe at other times of my life, but not now.”
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