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Riding the Shark: Surviving Crisis/Catastrophe
A respected doctor with Dissociative Identity Disorder was sent to jail for a crime he wasn’t aware he committed. At the expense of losing his physical freedom, however, he regained mental freedom.
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Scared Mom
My loved one carries on during school hours with a smile, with jokes, attempting to be cool. He comes home and cracks. Due to his depression and anxiety he can only cope for so long.
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Voice of Hope
We had no family history of mental health conditions so when my son was diagnosed I was stunned. I had no idea what the signs were nor did I think I had reason to look for them.
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Diversity in Motion: Raising Awareness through Dance
NAMI Wisconsin discovered that mental health advocacy is a beat we can all dance to. Their annual flash mob dance during National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month attracts new faces to the NAMI family and communicates the cross-cultural message that talking about mental illness isn’t scary. Check out their tips on staging your own flash mob! -
Silent No Longer
I was diagnosed with panic disorder and bipolar disorder. While this intimidated and scared me, it was also comforting because I felt like I was finally getting an answer.
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Brave Survivor, You Are Not Alone
Nothing can prepare you for the pain you will feel for the rest of your life when someone close to you commits suicide.
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Exercise for Mental Health: 8 Keys to Get and Stay Moving
From acceptance, to support and prosperity, this blog post outlines 8 steps that make taking charge of one's mental health a flourishing experience. -
Bipolar Brain
Mania, mixed states, rapid cycling and depression have just about done me in countless times. Sometimes I just want a disconnect switch.
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Recovery is Beautiful
I have been sober and stable on medication for my bipolar since June 2012. Some days are great and some days are an uphill battle just to eat and leave the house.
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Steps to Stomp out Stigma
As the teenage mental illness and suicide rate gradually rises, we must learn to open our mouths and speak.