Risk Factors
There is no single cause for bipolar disorder. Scientists are still learning about the possible causes of this disorder, but
Category: Depression
Let’s talk Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMDD is a severe negative reaction to the natural rise and fall of estrogen and progesterone. It is a disorder in the brain’s ability to adapt to hormone changes. … Continue readingLet’s talk Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Finding explanations and peace hidden in a box
As I finally began clearing out the cupboard after 20 years of struggling, living in a constant state of fear
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The Uninvited Ghosts : Realising When Depression Has Arrived
How long had he been sat there, with his empty and emotionless eyes? Quiet, but with a slowly consuming presence. He must have crept inside in complete silence and sat, enjoying being undetected thanks to the busy and distracted period of my life. … Continue readingThe Uninvited Ghosts : Realising When Depression Has Arrived
You’re Selfish. I’m Alive.
What kept me from making a permanent decision based on temporary feelings. … Continue readingYou’re Selfish. I’m Alive.
Depressed people don’t shower. Obviously. Said the sad little girl.
In high school we read “The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness”. It scared me. She was so strong
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Outside / Inside
Being bipolar has its ups and downs. For most of my life I’ve concealed the downs, presenting what I thought
Early Early Morning Leaves
Back in February and March 2021 when I was recovering from a pretty deep manic episode with a lot of
Every Little Bit Hurts
A chapter from the book I’m working on describing my immense, insurmountable and endless depression. Every Little Bit HurtsEvery little