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People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
The Twelve Step Approach: Outdated or needed now more than ever
This post is inspired by a few recent posts we have seen attacking Alcoholics Anonymous and other twelve step groups as outdated and ineffective. While the Beehive Recovery Blog does not promote one particular route to recovery as the only means to achieve sobriety, these posts prompted us to write some educational things about AA, as it has been a core part of many people’s path to happiness and freedom from drugs and alcohol (including most of our blog contributors). Everyone’s journey is different and there are many ways to achieve sobriety. Beehive Recovery Blog hopes to educate as many people as possible on the subject of addiction. This includes providing education in trends of addiction, recovery stories, treatment options and resources, as well as dispelling misconceptions.
By Chris Giesen2 years ago in Psyche
Body Image And Struggling With How I Look.. Content Warning.
"I am fat." "No, I am too thin." The above comments are taken from the thoughts in my head as I observe my body while getting dressed, either in a mirror or just as I look at myself naked. These comments are often followed by:
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in Psyche
Unwell 3
I thought 178871 Was a cute palindrome Until I saw The numbers in the center Imagine if it were “148841” 00 These license plate combinations are on cars owned by people who seem to want to cause me harm and/or force the stress of the situation to kill me from the inside out.
By Kocoa Simpsen2 years ago in Psyche
The Debilitating Truth about Autistic Burnout
Burnout is defined as exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration. Burnout is part of the average human experience but is fairly common in neurodivergent people. However, for autistic people, it can be extreme, intense and even dangerous.
By Josey Pickering2 years ago in Psyche
Africa's Suicide & Mental Health Crisis; If It's Said In 3000 Tongues Will It Make A Difference? . Content Warning.
Wednesday, 25 October 2023 By: TB Obwoge [email protected] @LaceysHouseAfr Several agencies have highlighted the need for serious reforms where mental health is concerned. The African Union, the World Health Organization and several agencies at the government level in various African countries. It seems as though no ones listening.
By IwriteMywrongs2 years ago in Psyche
A Whole New Ball Game: Pressed “Prescription” Pills
Author foreword I got sober nearly 5 years ago. At this time pills were considered a “safe” option in terms of risk of overdose. You knew what you were getting. You bought Xanax, you knew you were getting Xanax. You bought oxycodone, that what you were getting. It was a miserable life of addiction, but things were slightly safer. The risk of overdose was always looming, but to a smaller degree. I came across a few pressed pills near the end of my using days, and they were immediately identifiable as fake. Chalky, misshaped, etc.
By Chris Giesen2 years ago in Psyche
Establishing Boundaries
Setting boundaries with someone struggling with addiction can be challenging, but it's essential for both your well-being and theirs. Many alcoholics or addicts only achieve sobriety when their loved ones set hard boundaries and stop enabling. Most of the staff at Tennessee Detox Center are in recovery and can attest to the impact boundaries played on their decision to finally accept help. Here are some suggestions for establishing healthy boundaries:
By Chris Giesen2 years ago in Psyche
