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…stories in online communities like Reddit and TikTok or on websites like The Mighty. A word of warning: It’s easy to try and “diagnose yourself” by reading WebMD and lurking…

…good deeds, their friends would do–like dropping off groceries or meeting up in parking lots, 6 feet apart, to catch up. I found myself growing angry. Why had none of…

We’re creating a space where people can share their experiences with addictions, work through questions that help them explore the “benefits” and challenges of addiction, and figure out their next…

…with ADHD, like frustration, discouragement, or a negative self-image. Identify the problems ADHD is causing in your life, and come up with solutions. Learn skills that will help you manage…

…not everyone will support you or respect your sobriety. So you might find yourself redefining your friendships, relationships, and boundaries. Accepting that putting yourself first will change who you surround…

…present danger when it comes to alcohol abuse. [4] With so many warning signs about drinking, you’ve got to be asking yourself if it’s worth the serious risks. How important…

For people who are concerned about their use of alcohol, drugs, or other behaviors, like gambling or self-harm….

…It’s hard being the only sober person around, but it’s possible. You have to separate yourself and be your own cheerleader. Holding on to the reasons you want to be…

…health professional. Avoid unhealthy coping skills. Because of our thoughts being incredibly overwhelming, we might turn to unhealthy or risky behaviors to make them stop. Like drugs, alcohol, self-harm, etc….

For new & expecting parents who began feeling overwhelming sadness during pregnancy or after their child’s birth….

…to reach out for help. All eating disorders can have serious physical health effects and impact your ability to live a full life and do the things you care about….

…can be helpful as well. Pay attention to simple things, like taking time to take care of yourself, trying activities you enjoy, and spending time with people or environments where…

…ourselves up and feel guilty because we can’t find the motivation to do things. For example, take care of ourselves, clean up our spaces, deal with our feelings, go to…

…year since. Autum, 26 If you or someone you care about is struggling with psychosis, it’s important to reach out for professional help as soon as possible. The earlier an…

…careful about how much you drink and how quickly: Be sure to drink water in between alcoholic drinks. Don’t drink on an empty stomach—at least not more than 1 or…

…turn our will and lives over to the care of God as we understood Him. The word God appears in some of the other steps, too. That’s because the steps…

…care of yourself, trying activities you enjoy, and spending time with people or environments where you feel supported. Therapy Therapy can be a great way to change behaviors, gain confidence,…

If you’re seeing things that aren’t there, it’s important to ask yourself a few questions to find out if something more serious is going on. Does this happen often? Are…

If you’re hearing things that aren’t there, it’s important to ask yourself a few questions to find out if something more serious is going on. Does this happen often? Does…

…health problems.  This is hard when your mental illness is telling you to hurt yourself.  Don’t hurt yourself. Don’t do drugs. Don’t beat yourself up. What is it like to…