In light of yesterday’s news about Robin Williams, lots of folks have been reaching out on Twitter, Facebook, and other social media to share their own stories of depression and other mental health issues, or make sure folks know where to go to get help, and that there is help for mental illness. I even…
So, fellow survivors, start collecting cards, notes, and emails that thank you for something. Then on the rough days, go back through the stack and remind yourself of all the good you have done, and continue to do, all the worth you have, and all the value you bring to others. Also, make sure you’re letting people know the value they have, so they can start building their file!
I really liked Natasha Tracy’s description of depression when I read it. I have problems with lots of the little things. Opening mail, for example. You would think that tearing tiny pieces of paper and reading letters would be relatively simple, but it’s not – at least, not for me. For me, I just think…
Last night, I came across an interesting article about depression, titled 50 Sufferers Describe Depression For People Who’ve Never Been Depressed In response to sharing that article, on Twitter, Reine Jade had a wish that took the concept and turned it around. @SurvivorNetwork I wish there was a list where other people describe what…
Over the weekend there were a number of media outlets that reported on a new study linking marriage and depression. Unfortunately, many of these so called reputable outlets, went with a sensationalist headline, that did not actually match up the results of the study in question. Case in point, The UK’s Daily Mail went with…
We talk a lot about encouraging people to get help when they are suffering from PTSD, depression or any other form of mental health problem, but then we turn right around and make these connections between those who might have mental health problems, and violence.
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