Risk Factors
There is no single cause for bipolar disorder. Scientists are still learning about the possible causes of this disorder, but
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Hypomania isn’t the fun superpower it seems: this is how it feels on the inside
A typical hypomanic episode For me, it starts in my chest…well just a bit lower. What I suppose you’d call
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Language and Mental Illness – From Our Perspective
I’d put a good bet on the fact that most people have heard someone say “I’m so OCD about it”, “I had a serious panic attack”, “it gave me PTSD” or even “I nearly had a breakdown”, and not thought anything about it. … Continue readingLanguage and Mental Illness – From Our Perspective
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)
The Protection of The Sleep Warrior
Anyone who has bipolar disorder is only too aware of how important sleep is to managing their condition. … Continue readingThe Protection of The Sleep Warrior
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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When Love Hurts Instead of Heals
I felt so betrayed and humiliated. … Continue readingWhen Love Hurts Instead of Heals
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
Bubblegum Medicine
** Trigger warning: psych ward/mental hospital, manic episodes ** ** Content warning: cursing and just generally chaotic energy ** I