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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

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I had mental illness episodes of extreme anxiety, depression, mania, and psychosis at different times from 1983-1992. I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1992 after I faced disciplinary action while a graduate counseling student because I had disabling symptoms of psychosis.

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Simple Journaling Prompts for Depression | Anxiety

Social Work Haven

Do you have a way of coping with anxiety, stress, or depression? Do you use journaling prompts for depression or anxiety? In this article, I will explore the benefits of mental health journaling, how journaling helps with managing stress, anxiety and depression and what you can write in a mental health journal.

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

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According to a recent American Nurses Association survey , 30% of nurses — nearly one-third — said they are “not emotionally healthy” or “not at all emotionally healthy,” with an increasing number of nurses struggling with depression or anxiety. What causes nurse depression and anxiety? Nurses on a break talking and walking together.

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10 Ways to Improve Your Mood When Living With Depression

Gateway Foundation

Depression can lower your mood and impact your ability to complete everyday tasks. Luckily, depression is highly treatable, and there are several ways to improve your mood so you can live a more rewarding, happier life. Break Free From Depression 1. Break Free From Depression 7.

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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

Bipolar Bandit

I had mental illness episodes of extreme anxiety, depression, mania, and psychosis at different times from 1983-1992. I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1992 after I faced disciplinary action while a graduate counseling student because I had disabling symptoms of psychosis.

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Guest Post: Never Lose Hope, Even When Times Feel Hopeless: Seasons Change by Shannon Mick

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When you recognize unhealthy signs, like isolation, self-deprecating thoughts, change in appetite, anxiety, worry rumination, and depression (you know yourself best), then it’s time to change your behavior, and perhaps your environment. Finding Affordable Mental Health Counseling.

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5 Reasons Children Bully and How Parents Can Help

KVC

Both children who bully and targets of bullying are at a greater risk for mental and behavioral health issues, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement and dropping out of school. Words can hurt. Why Do Kids Bully? . The reasons children bully can be difficult to pinpoint.

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