disorder
The spectrum of Mental Health disorders is incredibly vast; we showcase the multitude of conditions that affect mood, thinking and behavior.
My Story Isn't Over Yet
I can't remember when it all really started. Somewhere along the way I just lost myself, and I've never really been able to find that person again. Bits and pieces of her show through some days but, it's like an out of body experience. I'm watching this girl from above and I can feel all her pain and I just want to reach out and shake her awake. I don't know how things got so bad. One day I'm this happy little kid playing sports and loving being alive and then next I'm waking up from a coma.
By Rita Margaret8 years ago in Psyche
What Is ADHD?
What is ADHD? This month our article focuses on an issue that is quite a contentious subject. ADHD also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. There is a lot of debate about the condition, as it is not yet fully understood. Some people might take the view somewhat erroneously, that it is merely an excuse for bad behaviour. However, having taught for over 25 years, I do believe that it is something that we need to consider seriously, as it can prove to be a significant barrier for some children’s learning. Understanding the condition can lead to a range of effective strategies to ensure that appropriate progress is made.
By Elisabeth Basford8 years ago in Psyche
Trichotillomania and Me (Pt. 2)
The first article in the series is available here. Please read it before continuing. As I finished middle school and started high school, my trich went through a roller coaster of ups and downs. Sometimes, I didn't pull much at all. Sometimes, I couldn't stop and would pull out substantial sections at a time. I recall one family gathering where I cleared out a section the size of a dime in less than an hour and a half. Despite my times of self-restraint (or lack of interest in pulling), my hair and eyelashes never came back full strength; I never stopped enough to make a real difference.
By Emily Grace Gill8 years ago in Psyche
OCD and Me
I love to sleep. Not like a normal person loves to sleep, not even like a Koala bear likes to sleep. If I could, I am pretty sure I would sleep 24 hours a day. Ok, maybe 23 because I love to eat too. There is a reason though, that I love to sleep so much. I have intrusive thoughts, obsessively intrusive thoughts and sleep is my escape. Sleep is the only time they stop, and I am not exaggerating at all. Sometimes it feels like my brain is actually tingling and trying to catch its breath, like it’s tired. My brain is being overworked and over used, never thought I’d say that. I get stuck, and if you don’t know what this means let me try to explain it to you. Scenario: I am leaving the bathroom and as I put one foot out of the door an intrusive thought pops into my head, usually a really unpleasant thought. I am literally stuck in this doorway with one foot in and one foot out. I’m stuck inside my brain and my body can’t move, this overwhelming fear floods through my veins. My mind is spiraling out. of. control. So, when you have been doing this for so long you know, the thoughts and the compulsions are so familiar you start to just kind of go into autopilot trying to rid yourself of this thought by basically rethinking it. Over and over and over and over and over and over until it “feels right.” These are compulsions.
By Kristin Creech8 years ago in Psyche
Nature of The Obsessed
Agony was at its worst and truly within the slandering clutches of Satan and all other oppressions, far from progression and stimulation of sight. Instead, a dark tunnel grows darker and darker as you burrow through, trimming all hope of light and a selfless hand to pull you out from the void. "Do it… do it, I say! You are weak; I feed on your fear and your scrumptious dismay."
By Mario Castelli8 years ago in Psyche
Trichotillomania and Me (Pt. 1)
I remember the first time I pulled out a hair. I was 10 years old, and my mother and I were reading books on the couch. I was surprised by the way the root looked: cylindrical and white except for the black dot on the very end. My mom told me to stop. I ignored her.
By Emily Grace Gill8 years ago in Psyche
This Very Moment
“The two most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why.” Mark Twain’s words burn in my mind as I wake to see streams of early morning light peering through the curtains suspended across the windows of the conversion van. Those ineffable words, chilling and haunting, strike me at my core. They irk me to the point of psychosis, for how am I supposed to be in touch with reality if the supposed “pivotal equation” for my life is unfinished? I know who I am. I’m Donna, Donna Leota Seaman Kirkpatrick to be specific, born into this disillusion on May 7, 1933. But how am I meant to go on when the reason as to why has been destroyed on more than one occasion? I suppose my good friend Mark didn’t consider that, and it makes my entire being ache with disdain.
By Final Thoughts8 years ago in Psyche
Ten Personality Disorders
Here is a list of ten personality disorders. CLUSTER A PERSONALITY DISORDERS Sufferers of Schizoid Personality Disorder are often seen as cold and detached because of the lack of emotion or by a limited range of emotion. They are indifferent to praise and often have a lack of close relationships. They often experience a low sex drive as well as social isolation. SPD is a Cluster A personality disorder.
By Nathaniel Reidhead8 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety, Depression, and Expression
My TV has been off since this morning. When I woke up, I watched an hour and a half documentary about the coral reef dying, the ocean dying, and I should have known that wasn’t the best way to start my day. I should have started with mantras and positive thoughts, stretching, writing, and coffee with cinnamon.
By Angela Smatana8 years ago in Psyche
