Category Archives: Self-Help

Value of Support Groups for Mental Illness

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

There is a mental illness support group for almost every psychiatric disorder or abuse. As a person on the receiving end of verbal abuse for years, attending a support group propelled me forward exponentially and I encourage people to locate … Continue reading →

Depersonalization Disorder: Living in a Dream World

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

Most of us never have the experience of feeling as if we are disconnected from our own body and mind, but if you are suffering from depersonalization disorder then you feel this detachment far too frequently. Our guest, Jeffrey Abugel, … Continue reading →

Psychiatric Survivors Speak Out

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

I’ve been hospitalized against my will three times. Those interventions were in my best interest. But not everyone’s experiences with forced treatment are helpful. Psychiatric survivors have experienced human rights violations in the mental health system and are speaking out … Continue reading →

Self-Help: Finding Hope in Challenging Times

Posted on December 26, 2010 by

Widowed at 29, during her second pregnancy, Hyla Molander was overwhelmed by grief so profound her body threatened to cease functioning. Hyla survived her most challenging times, at least in part because of the support and love she received. But … Continue reading →