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Hi, I am stuck in a dark pit of depression and I can't see a way to climb out of it. I can't or won't do anything to help myself. I just don't care enough to bother. It's gotten worse over the last month or so, to the point where I might get out of bed tw
I have been dating a man who is 56 for 7 months (I am 51). He is neurodivergent (aspergers).The last time we saw each other (a week ago) we had a pretty intense discussion about our relationship and relationships in general. He's also been under a lot of
I was just wondering if anyone who has had ect would be willing to discus's sideffects that they had. I've had 6 rounds of 6 ects and I'm wondering if it could cause what I'm experiencing with cognitive problems.
So I don’t really know how to start this.I was in a wonderful relationship for almost 2 years. He’s a wonderful, kind and caring man. He’s had his fair share of mental health issues and feels like his glass is about tip over all the time. Unfortunately he
I still live in an environment where I don't feel safe in. I know I shouldn't just bear with it but I'm hoping i can because i'm scared.I know it's bad for me to stay here. It's not good for me. My family isn't healthy.I know it's affecting my life.
Hi. I’m new here. I have been really struggling with my mental health and anxiety. quick back story, I have bipolar and anxiety and 2 years ago I was in a coma for 3 weeks ( due to heart surgery gone bad)i have been locking myself away from people, I get
I am really struggling with my mental health atm. I have recently come out of an inpatient stay, but my wife was struggling and needed me home, so no option to extend it. i am feeling very shaky, and not wanting to be around people.
So I have bipolar 1. I've been on regiment of medication. I'm going through a mixed episode. My medication is not controlling the symptoms. I can't add any new medication due to allergic reaction. I can't increase the medication I'm on as it would require
Hi Sane, How are you? I'm struggling with my mental health and living with my mum who has short and long term memory loss. I went to Urgent Mental Health Care Center yesterday evening and I had loss of bladder on my car seat and now I so embarrassed
I thought I had two really positive & exciting things happening in my life & at the moment they both look like they will not work out. I feel really disappointed.
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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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