Refine by
-
What I Wish I Had Known: We Don’t Have to Wait for a Crisis
I have learned that getting help early is critical. Don’t wait until you’re in crisis. -
Five Schizophrenia Coping Skills I Can’t Live Without
Living with this illness can often be difficult, but there are ways to manage the symptoms and live a joyful life. -
What I Wish I Had Known About Stigma: I Don’t Want to be “Normal”
I cannot —and no longer seek to — control other people’s definitions of normal. -
Ageism, Mental Health and Suicide Risk in Older Men
Making changes requires a deeper understanding of the current landscape and the impact of ageism. -
Sending My Daughter to College, Mental Health Challenges and All
For parents like me, this transition is not just about buying a cute duvet for the dorm. -
The Fascinating Connection Between Octopi and Dissociative Identity Disorder
The suckers of an octopus function much like the identities of someone with DID. -
Walking on a Tight Rope: Coping with Depression
I’ve had bad days, even horrible ones, but I’ve kept going, and now I’m living my best life. -
Surviving to Thriving: Coping with Dissociative Identity Disorder
It was like taking care of a large family inside myself. -
DID Stories Are Riddled with Stigma: I Want to Tell a More Accurate One
Why are we so afraid of people who have survived trauma? -
Fighting Internalized Stigma and Changing My Attitude
Throwing around careless language, I quickly realized, did not make me feel better.
