What to do following a sexual assault.
Am I manic or just really productive?
Hypomania can produce amazing things, and I believe that a lot of great things come from the racing thoughts, the drive, the passion that overtakes those of us experiencing hypomania. The ability to see connections in every fucking thing, how colours become so much more vivid, how ideas take flight! Hypomania is great! When I … Continue reading Am I manic or just really productive?
What’s a psych ward like?
Movies and pop culture like to portray the mentally ill as some kind of other worldly creature- romantic to some and frightening most of the times.. historically the mad have always been seen as fascinating, and I can see why, madness can be expansive and the line between transcendent and delusion is also culturally formed. … Continue reading What’s a psych ward like?
What to expect on your first doctor’s visit
If you are heading to your GP or polyclinic, you will fill in some kind of questionnaire to assess your current state. The doctor will ask you some questions about your current moods, changes in sleep or lifestyle and also if you have suicidal thoughts or plans. After the assessment you may be referred to … Continue reading What to expect on your first doctor’s visit
Affordability
I was personally relieved to get a diagnosis because it explained a lot of things and gave me comfort that I was not alone, that the things I did weren't 'my fault' and gave me clarity on what to do next. However, getting help might not be easy if you don't have the financial resources. … Continue reading Affordability
What is bipolar disorder?
There are several forms of bipolar disorder: (cyclothymia - a mild version that may progress into a more serious version if not treated) bipolar 1 - diagnosed after one full-blown manic episode in a lifetime that's usually out of the ordinary and involve psychosis or delusions. These episodes usually land somebody in the emergency ward … Continue reading What is bipolar disorder?
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