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Appleblossom | Senior Contributor | Last message 9 years ago

What does "triggering others" mean?

I respect the need for censorship in a vulnerable community. I found it hilarious when one of my posts did not get through because I typed "hohum" without the space and the computer thought I was an up to date rap artist. I had no problem editing th

Something’s not rightCreated 11 years ago

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Appleblossom | Senior Contributor | Last message 9 years ago

Reflection Seat: The Arts and Mental Health

Hello Everybody,I have just returned from an opening of a public art installation; a lovely limestone Reflection Seat at Limeburners Point in Geelong.It was freezing, touching and beautiful, and I will return on a sunnier day.There were a few high-profile

Our storiesCreated 11 years ago

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SCORPION | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

NOT COPING AT MOMENT

This might seem bad but i couldnt do it.I was on my way to work today and saw a crash i stoped and wanted to get out and help but all i did was froze and my whole being said dive away get out of there i had visons of my accident flashing through my head a

Our storiesCreated 11 years ago

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Elly | Casual Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

Hi there

Hi.I am on this forum as I am looking for pathways to assist my schizophrenic brother.He was diagnosed at 17. He is now 37. He has been in and out of closed wards for some years. And really this is the safest place for him. To be supervised.The medication

Friends, families and carersCreated 11 years ago

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kato | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

An Update

Hi everyone,Just thought i would write a quick hello, to everyone here, i have been back at work full time for a couple of weeks now, well sort of, first week was a little broken up but coming up on first full week back, i am finding it really good someti

Our storiesCreated 11 years ago

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Appleblossom | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

Computer addictions

I know I am accessing this forum via computers, which is a great thing, but I struggle with attachment and addiction issues as anyone can see by how much I have been posting lately.For a long time I was allergic to computers but I seem to finally have ove

Recovery ClubCreated 11 years ago

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NikNik | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

State of Origin...which side do you support?

With less than a week out from the State of Origin decider, I thought it would be interesting to see who supports who. As they say... Sate vs State - Mate vs Mate Who is cheering for who next Wednesday? @WombatBoots - I have a feeling you have an o

Social spaceCreated 11 years ago

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NikNik | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

Top 5 misconceptions about Mental Illness

Hi there, This article highlights the top 5 misconceptions about mental illness: Misconception 1: “Mental Health Problems Last Forever” Misconception 2: “Only Violent or Unstable People Have Mental Health Problems” Misconceptio

Friends, families and carersCreated 11 years ago

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WombatBoots | Senior Contributor | Last message 11 years ago

Breaking the stigmas

Hi everyone, I just wanted to let you all know I'm still here, it has been a paricularly tough week for me and one of my first symptoms of mood drop is 'writers block'. I read all of your posts, more than daily, I open the reply window ... I know wha

Useful resourcesCreated 11 years ago

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