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Hello,I'm in my 40s and have recently been diagnosed with bipolar depression. I have not been well for about a year now. I'm not sure what to make of this label and would just like to connect to people who live with bipolar and can share their experiences
Can anyone explain the mechanisms behind taking frustrations, anxiety, anger out on the ones who love you?I hold a steady job and interact with all sorts of people and conduct myself in a professional way.I work 7 days on 7 days off.I get home a
I've been on AD now for over 2 months. After the initial reactions to going on the meds I felt great. My anxiety and panic was at a level where I could go back to work. But in the last few weeks I've developed restless legs esp during the night, and early
Hi there,I've written several times on this post. I've again been trying to get though to Samaritans, but understandably they are busy. As I've said previously, I find them better for me than CrisisCare, as they don't suggest they can call ambulance, poli
Hi all, I'm new to this and only about 5 months ago accepted and opened up about my problems with anxiety and depression issues. I've had been off work for nearly a year after a mental break down which had blown my anxiety and depression out of control. A
Hi all, Here at SANE, we are currently updating many of our factsheets and guides to provide reliable, up-to-date and easily accessible information to the Australian community about mental illness. One of our most recent updates was to the Borderline Pers
For the past 2 years if I wanted to get couselling or some form of sessions, I had to pay out of pocket costing roughly $80 to $200 per 1 hour sessions. I tried getting the free sessions earlier but I was classed as a 'low priority', hence they wouldn't a
I just joined and it is probably too little an effort and way too late.my 48 years when looking back at the 48 it is entirely filled with shame and guilt (I dont even know why).I have just about lost my partner and childs mother this time .Wonde
Hi, fellow Saneforum-ers. I've been here quite a while, and I want to thank those who have contributed to my past dicussions. All advice you've given is treasured greatly, and I truly thank each and every one of you for setting me on a better path and dir
My husband is PA. It is very hurtful how he treats me and I am desparately trying to figure out how best to deal with his behavior. When we are alone we are usually very good together, but when anything happens with his son (my step-son) or an
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
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