The Stigma of Mental Illness - Part 3 of 3
/It will take consistent testimony from those who have been there, from those who have survived, and from those who have lost loved ones.
Read MoreStepping up with Sigma Chi
It will take consistent testimony from those who have been there, from those who have survived, and from those who have lost loved ones.
Read MoreWill we grow out of our collective childhood on the topic of mental illness, or will we follow our baser instincts and maintain the suffering of our fellow humans?
Read MoreA multi-part series where I examine the history of stigma, how mental illness was stigmatized, and ways that you can help excise this blot on human wellness.
Read MoreI am very well aware of how not depressed I look.
Read MoreWords cut deeper than any sword, leave invisible bruises, and take far, far longer to heal than a physical injury.
Read MoreA person can do everything they’re supposed to do, but the illness gets a vote too.
Read More“I’m depressed because I’m not doing anything, and I’m not doing anything because I’m depressed.”
Read MoreLet young kids enjoy their day in the sun, even though it’s really raining.
Read MoreIt’s an oddly human characteristic to desire speed and outcomes in all aspects of life.
Read MoreLife on the 7th Shelf is my way of sharing how a person can live well with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
The 7th Shelf was written by Dante in The Inferno, as the Wood of the Suicides.
For me, living on the 7th shelf is challenging but I have found my means for winning the daily battle against the worst my mind can throw at me.
We aim to create a space of hope, filled with resources, information, tools, and more for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. We’re committed to Gordon’s vision of sharing different methods of thinking to help those with and without mental illness live more fulfilling lives.
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Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for help. In an emergency, please call 911.
If you or someone you know is seeking help for mental health concerns, visit the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) website, or call 1-800-950-NAMI(6264).
For confidential treatment referrals, visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, or call the National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP(4357).