My psychiatrist dumped me. Not that it wasn't for good reasons. I had missed too many appointments and it went against their policy. I get it. I had to be dropped. It doesn't mean that it doesn't suck though. I loved my psychiatrist. We had an amazing fit and we really connected. She truly cared … Continue reading My Psychiatrist Dumped Me. What’s Next?
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I lost a friend after my suicide attempt
"I just can't be friends with you anymore." This is what my childhood best friend said to me after my suicide attempt. Between all the feelings I was experiencing from this attempt, having my best friend basically shun me, hurt. At the time, I didn't understand what I had done wrong. Why wasn't she supportive? … Continue reading I lost a friend after my suicide attempt
How To Understand Your Loved One’s Mental Health Struggles
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 10 adults are affected by depression. Common behaviors of those with depression include withdrawal, anger, flat expression, and even suicidal thoughts. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) states that more than 40 million people in the U.S. struggle with anxiety disorders and can … Continue reading How To Understand Your Loved One’s Mental Health Struggles
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