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There seem to be no end to armchair experts happy to tell people to run off to the psychiatrist or get some medication with no training in metal illness whatsovever. This is the sort of thing that leads to recurring mental problems because instead of taki
Hi, I am 48 and broke up with my fiancee 6 months ago... I have been struggling with anxiety and depression ever since... I have shared care of a 16 year old from a prior relationship... My fiance had 2 children and we were planning a child... She br
It all started with me seeing things that where not there I thought they where sprits and I was going through a sprit awaking at the start but then I could hear voices and they would tell me to do things and I did those things they told me to do I stole a
Hello So recently after a victim of family violence incident I was diagnosed with BPD despite having no issues with anger, self identity or obvious implusive behaviours . During diagnose hospital team explain to me what I'm having is not family
I was on antidepressants for 7 years. I was then put on on an antipsychotic for 13 years. I was being treated for 'major depression'. I decided to stop taking those medications 4 months ago. I am now suffering terrible withdrawal symptoms including sleepi
tw i find it interesting how no matter whereu go there never seems to be a friend an ally a companion if u will just betrayal abuse and harrasment. no matter how much someone goes through it doesnt mean they wont turn their hate against u. hate for themse
Hello l, m back after a break from the forum. I have settled in a new location since being separated and being subjected to domestic violence ( not physically) in my marriage. I feel she still has control over me by stalling the property setlement a
Hi everyone, I would just like to start of by saying I’m very new to this but I really don’t feel like there is anyone/anywhere else to go to. I’m not super sure where to start so I guess this all might sound a bit messy or unordered but I would really ap
I have seen the same doctor for 15 years and had the 2 psychiatrists (both have now retired) and looks as though my doctor may be also retiring soon. My fears of abandonment and being unable to control the situation are extremely overwhelming. I’ve s
Saw an apartment today. Only a temporary stay of 3 months, But it is good and close to transport Will finally have my own space to plan out my life. Looking forward to having my own area. This week I have a presentation at work
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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.
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