Rising Through the Shadows: PTSD and the Path to Mental Health Resilience

By |2025-05-28T20:48:41+10:00May 28, 2025|Categories: Mental Health, Personal Development, Self Improvement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of individuals every year, often casting long shadows across every corner of their lives. Whether stemming from military service, surviving abuse, accidents, or life-threatening events, PTSD is not just a condition—it's an ongoing battle. Yet within that struggle lies the possibility of healing, personal [...]

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Rebuilding Trust After Mental Health Challenges: A Real Talk Guide for Couples and Mates

By |2025-04-22T21:08:31+10:00April 22, 2025|Categories: Mental Health, mental illness|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Let me start with this: trust is bloody fragile. When mental illness comes crashing through the front door like an uninvited party guest, it doesn’t just mess with your head. It shakes your relationships, rattles the connection you had with people you love, and leaves you wondering if you’ll ever [...]

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How to Help People with Depression: A Personal and Practical Guide

By |2025-01-18T14:01:57+11:00January 18, 2025|Categories: depression, Mental Health, mental illness, Personal Development, Self Improvement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Having battled depression since my early teens, I've learned firsthand that supporting someone with depression requires understanding, patience, and genuine compassion. Sometimes, the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference in someone's life - I know this because I've been on both sides of the equation. Understanding Depression Depression isn't [...]

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Whirlwind Rising: Navigating Psychosis and Rediscovering Limits

By |2023-04-18T23:58:53+10:00April 19, 2023|Categories: mental illness|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Introduction As the title says, recently, I had a bout of psychosis brought on by coming off one of my medications (Olanzapine or Zyprexa), affectionately named Weight-Gain 4000. Anyone who watches South Park will catch the reference there. I shouldn't use the term affectionately since weight gain is one of [...]

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Is Autism a Mental Illness? Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

By |2023-04-12T22:26:58+10:00April 15, 2023|Categories: ASD|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Introduction The common misconception is that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a mental illness. In reality, autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder distinct from mental illnesses like depression or anxiety. In this blog post, we will explore the world of autism, its symptoms, and its impact on an individual's life. We [...]

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Is ADHD a Mental Illness? Unraveling the Truth About Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

By |2023-04-12T22:16:04+10:00April 13, 2023|Categories: ADHD|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Introduction One of the most common misconceptions about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is that it's a mental illness. However, it's crucial to understand that ADHD is, in fact, a neurodevelopmental disorder. This blog post will unravel the truth about ADHD, its symptoms, and its impact on an individual's life. [...]

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Navigating Friendship When Your Friend’s Mental Health Affects You

By |2023-04-08T13:13:07+10:00April 10, 2023|Categories: Mental Health|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Introduction We all value our friendships, which provide us with emotional support, laughter, and shared experiences. However, sometimes we find ourselves in situations where a friend's mental health struggles affect our well-being. This delicate balance of offering support while also protecting ourselves can be challenging. In this blog post, we'll [...]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Borderline Personality Disorder

By |2023-04-03T13:33:05+10:00April 3, 2023|Categories: Mental Health|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Introduction Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by unstable relationships, intense emotions, impulsivity, and a distorted self-image. Living with BPD can be incredibly challenging, but with the right strategies and support, leading a fulfilling and stable life is possible. This comprehensive guide will discuss various [...]

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Emotional Stress: Symptoms, Signs, and Self-Help Strategies

By |2023-04-17T12:16:14+10:00March 27, 2023|Categories: Mental Health|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Introduction Emotional stress is an inevitable part of life. Still, it's essential to recognise the symptoms and signs early on to prevent it from taking a significant toll on our mental and physical health. When left unchecked, emotional stress can lead to various complications, such as depression, anxiety, and even [...]

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The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Navigating the Digital World

By |2024-02-24T20:46:43+11:00March 20, 2023|Categories: Mental Health|Tags: , , |

Introduction In today's world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. With the proliferation of smartphones and other digital devices, people spend more and more time on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.  Even though these platforms give us a lot of [...]

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