Monthly Archives: April 2021

Surrounded by unknownsThey can not see my faceBeneath my coversI hide my inner secretsNo one knows who I amI do not wish to reveal itThe true self which lies with inCannot ever face the worldFor I have so much to … Continue reading →

It takes strength to be firm,It takes courage to be gentle.It takes strength to conquer,It takes courage to surrender.It takes strength to be certain,It takes courage to have doubt.It takes strength to fit in,It takes courage to stand out.It takes … Continue reading →

Those we love don’t go away,They walk beside us every day,Unseen, unheard, but always near,Still loved, still missed and very dear….JanMaC

Bipolar From A to Z Angered by the smallest things Bipolar disorder is my king Conveying thoughts, hard to do Distractions overwhelm; I’m subdued Energy level at an all time low Frustration beyond reason is my foe Going places; standing … Continue reading →

Psychiatric Drugs—Side Effects Psychiatrists can’t predict what adverse side effects you might experience because not one of them knows how their drugs work.Psychotropic drugs are increasingly being exposed as chemical toxins with the power to kill. Psychiatrists claim their drugs … Continue reading →

RECOURCES : USA HOTLINE & HELPLINE INFORMATION24-hour Hotlines National Hopeline Network 1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE) http://www.hopeline.com/ National Suicide Prevention Helpline 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK)Helplines & Resources Includes many local 24-hour hotlines along with support for suicide survivors, suicide prevention and suicide statistics American Association … Continue reading →

1 We see the individual first NOT the illness ! 2 We recognize that Mental Illnesses are Medical Issues ! 3 We recognize Mental Illness is Traumatic ! 4 We aim for better coping skills ! 5 We find faith … Continue reading →

Did you know that more than 43 million adults in our country struggled with Mental Illness in the past year? Half of us will meet the criteria for a diagnosable Mental Health condition at some point in our lives; one … Continue reading →

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who … Continue reading →

Bipolar or Manic Depressive Disorder is a Mood Disorder that causes radical emotional changes and mood swings, from Manic highs to Depressive lows. The majority of Bipolar individuals experience alternating episodes of Mania and Depression from a minor state of … Continue reading →