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Recent Mental Health Blog | Recovering from a Breakdown PostsAbuse of Mental Health Sufferers in Hospitals and other Institutionsby Beth McHugh08 Dec 2010 03:54 AM No form of mental health problem is anything that any person would wish upon themselves. The Slow Breakdownby Beth McHugh14 Jul 2010 07:32 PM When we hear that a person has had a "nervous breakdown" we might imagine all sorts of things if we do not have a personal experience with the condition or no contact with a friend or family member who has. Life is Precious - Don't Waste It!by Beth McHugh"Love every day. Each one is so short and they are so few". This is very powerful quote from Norman Vincent Peale. When I read it, it really pulled me up. Online Mental Health Support Groups: Are They Useful?by Beth McHughThese days pretty much every condition known to man has an online support group. There is really no better support than talking to people who understand and live your condition, whether it be diabetes, stroke or some form of mental illness. The Stigma of Being a Mental Health Patientby Beth McHughAs if it isn't bad enough to be besieged by depression, bipolar disorder or any number of conditions that may land you in a medical facility for a period of time, there is the added stigma you as a patient may receive from family members, neighbors, acquaintances, even your work colleagues. Telling People about your Mental Illnessby Beth McHughWhether we suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, an eating disorder or one of the many anxiety disorders, there comes a time when decisions have to be made as to who and what to tell about your condition. Setting Boundaries When You Have a Mental Illnessby Beth McHughIt's important for everyone to have a healthy set of personal boundaries, but even more important when you suffer from a mental illness. Boundaries take many shapes and forms, such as how you let people speak to you or speaking up if you feel you are being belittled because of your illness. What Do People Expect from Counseling? (2)by Beth McHugh"You should have some counseling to deal with your anxiety. What Do People Expect from Counseling? (1)by Beth McHughWhen problems arise in life and a person is clearly suffering from the effects of a crisis or a long-term problem, it is often common to hear the phrase: "You should go and have some counseling. Is Your Support Group Supportive (4)?by Beth McHughMental health support groups can be a vital part of recovery and acceptance of many mental illnesses. Most groups are a wonderful source of support and comfort, and knowing that others experience similar symptoms and feelings is a really important part of the recovery process. |
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