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Iceberg Essay: The Mysteries Below the Surface
The underside of my iceberg began to surface; the first ripples began briefly and horribly in eighth grade, when I began cutting myself.
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Why Mental Illness Stigma is Lethal
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people 25-34 years of age. It is the third leading cause of death for people 15-24 years old. That is far too significant a number for parents to ignore. -
Jack’s Story
We need to help others become aware of the causes of suicide and need to take all threats of self-harm seriously.
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Better Days
The adults in your life say that it’s just a phase all teenagers go through, but you know that it’s not a phase. It’s something that isn’t “normal.”
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Sierra’s Story
I haven’t cut myself in two years and a month. I’ve gotten a handle on my self-medicating. Was it easy to get to this point? I’d be lying if I said yes. Mental illness is not easy.
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Living with PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder
Being left a disabled, unemployed and now widowed father to six children, I reached my breaking point.
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To Oblivion and Back
About five years ago, the stability of my life began to slip away. I began to change. I was starting to become paranoid and anxious.
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Building My Life Worth Living
My mental health conditions are genetic and environmental. I knew all the signs and yet I still waited longer than I should have to get help.