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Struggles with Body Image
The struggle with body image is becoming quite common as we progress through life. As much as it may seem society doesn't have a part in affecting how people perceive themselves, it does for me and I'm sure many others. Growing up I always saw the super skinny models with the perfect bodies, smooth skin, beautiful faces, and gorgeous, flowing hair. I always thought to myself that I wanted to be one of those girls. I wanted everyone to look at me and think I was perfect and skinny and want to be like me. But unfortunately life had other plans.
Mikayla starrPublished 7 years ago in PsycheIt's Always Fine, Until it Isn't
Let me preface this entire article by saying that anxiety and depression have been an active part of my life since I was 14. Now, as an almost 21 year old, I have learned how to handle these two destroying illnesses way better than I ever thought I would be able to. I have been able to find coping mechanisms and exercises that keep me right side up while my world is toppling down around me.
Renee AntoniaPublished 7 years ago in PsycheSkills to Prevent Relapse
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy? Dialectical behavior therapy, more commonly known as DBT, is a type of therapy that was originally created to help people with borderline personality disorder, a personality disturbance that is so difficult to work with that some mental health professionals actually consider it untreatable.
Alice MinguezPublished 7 years ago in PsycheA Journey to Understanding
The intense feeling of frustration that surrounds mental health is all too prevalent. Trying to manage daily life tasks and expectations and in many cases failing to do so due to illnesses such as depression and anxiety can be infuriating as hell. I often find myself thinking "Well, I am fully aware that I have a mental illness and I know that this is the cause of most of my irrational thinking and anxious thoughts, so why is it so hard to snap out of it?!" However, when looking at frustration and it’s link to mental health more closely, it’s clear that our frustrations often tend to subside when a desire or intention is achieved. With depression and anxiety, simple tasks can become incredibly difficult which is frustrating in itself, but when these illnesses prevent our expectations and desires from becoming a reality, it can leave individuals feeling hopeless and subsequently, can actually make illnesses like depression and anxiety much worse and more difficult to deal with.
Becky PittPublished 7 years ago in PsycheDiagnosed
Bipolar II disorder is a bipolar spectrum disorder characterized by at least one episode of hypomania lasting a minimum one week, and at least one episode of major depression lasting three months or more. Like our unique finger prints and eye colors, our brains are all different. No one will fit all of the exact diagnostic text book criteria.
Leanne LivingstonePublished 7 years ago in PsycheBlack and Crazy
I am a mixed raced woman, just for clarification. I have a Black Caribbean mother and a White European father. Something I noticed growing up was the way that black families deal with mental health and disordered behaviour.
Charlemagne Griffin - AnkerPublished 7 years ago in PsycheHow I Overcame Body Dysmorphia
Before I begin discussing this topic, please be aware that there will be themes of mental illness, depression, eating disorders, and self-harm.
Ruby-Jessica SmithPublished 7 years ago in PsychePsychology Myths Vs Facts Part 2
When it comes to psychological problems and mental health issues, people in today's world can be very apathetic. Which is why empowering yourself with the proper information in a world where there is so much misinformation is so important
Snapshot
It’s been five years since I first stepped foot into a treatment center and received my diagnoses of Bulimia Nervosa and Bipolar II. Through these last five years, I have suffered the lowest of lows and enjoyed some pretty euphoric and satisfying high points. I have faced relapses, stared down my illnesses in the eyes, taken countless losses, but yet I managed to stay strong and come back more resilient each day. I get questions from strangers asking me what it’s like to live with an eating disorder and a mood disorder. The simple answer would be a rollercoaster that is on fire, primarily consisting of loops, making you dizzy and sick, that teases you with momentary pauses, that never ends. This is the more detailed answer to that question. This is, at five years into recovery, a snapshot of a day living with an eating disorder and a mood disorder.
Chris MondaPublished 7 years ago in PsycheDealing with Anorexia Ten Years On
Hello, first of all, thank you for taking the time and reading my story. It's one of the first times I have told it to people I don't know, but over the last ten years of pain and embarrassment, I am no longer afraid to discuss something that has impacted my life so greatly. In fact, my illness has become a huge part of who I am and changed how I view the world for the better I feel. It's taught me about compassion and to understand illness you can not see.
Nicole waymanPublished 7 years ago in PsycheFive of the Most Misunderstood Mental Illnesses
These are five of the most misunderstood mental illnesses. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and have listed all of my sources below each entry. This is not intended to diagnose any disorder; please visit your doctor if you have any concerns.
Eadlyen GreenwoodPublished 7 years ago in PsychePsychology Myths vs Facts Part 1
Psychology, even in 2017, tends to remain one of the most underrated aspects of the healthcare system. Psychology teaches you how to think and how to see things from multiple points to view. It helps you to see the situation more clearly.