In a snapshot, the sometimes-confused conditions of Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder can look similar. But it’s really the movie of the symptom presentation over time that can help make the diagnosis distinct.
[…] women have a history with physical and/or sexual abuse. A child that had experienced at least four toxically stressful events was 15 times more likely to attempt suicide, 3 times more likely to suffer from depression, and 4 times more likely to become an alcoholic or intravenous drug user. The Impact of Stress on […]
Cancer survivors are more than twice as likely to have mental health problems compared to adults without cancer. September 26th is Mesothelioma Awareness Day, a time to show this population that their mental health matters and help is available.
[…] mental illness. The Skeleton Twins (2014) The opening scene of Skeleton Twins shows the film’s main characters, Milo (Bill Hader) and Maggie (Kristen Wiig), both attempting suicide. Milo’s attempt lands him in the hospital, which reunites the brother and sister after 10 years of estrangement. Both characters express their depression in candid and […]
[…] keep those around me from finding out how bad I truly felt. I was so conditioned to “man up” that when the pain, sorrow and thoughts of suicide ran through my mind, I had no answer. I couldn’t yell or puff my chest at depression. Depression didn’t care how much I could lift or […]
[…] everyone. It's the cluster of symptoms that need to match up for a diagnosis. I am somewhere in the middle. My lows are low and have reached suicide ideation. My mania, however, is classified as "hypo," and expresses itself in behaviors such as talking faster than normal, staying up late with lots of energy […]
We all have or will struggle at some point in life, and we all can find strength in the support of others with lived experience.
[…] only have a limited amount of oxygen, and each word you speak is a drain on your supply. For those of you who have ever thought about suicide, you know this feeling all too well. But you should know that you are so strong. You’re strong for still being here even when your thoughts tell […]
FaithNet Brochure This brochure provides more information and resources on NAMI FaithNet. Pathways to Promise Pathways is a technical assistance and resource center for those interested in mental health ministry. They provide training and resources for faith groups who want to become more supportive, caring communities for people with mental illnesses and their families. Mental […]
NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “NAMI” to 62640, or email. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).
