My story with mental illness began in March 2010. I was completing my final year undergraduate research project at a local university. I...
~ My poetic thoughts on finally taking the brave step and trying medication… ~ In this orange container, lies a little white pill. Apparently if I take it, it will...
Please allow me to introduce myself -- I’m a man of wealth and taste. But actually, The Rolling Stones aside, I am a middle-aged woman without wealth but I...
Back in June I experienced something that I’ve never quite ever experienced before. It resulted in me having to take some unexpected time off...
“It’s my fault” is what I say to myself. My oldest son, almost nine, was diagnosed with two types of anxiety disorders two...
I have always cried for no reason, felt sad for no reason and generally been unhappy. I thought it was because I was the...
Hello my name is Heidi , and I am a mental health advocate. I have dealt with mental health issues most of my life, starting as a teenager. Starting in...
It was only a few short years ago, but I can honestly say that everything I’ve done, and everything I am today, is...
My Name is Sam and I thought it would be a good idea to share my story even if it’s just starting. I’m 41 and at the end of last...
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder about 35 years ago. I have been able to manage it with a small amount of medication and psychiatric support. I was very proud...
I write to share a recent experience which shows how strong the mental health stigma continues to be, even in a national medical...
There’s no hiding the fact that physically I’m very weak. Confined to a power wheelchair as a result of Muscular Dystrophy, there’s not...