Self-harm is when someone injures themselves on purpose without suicidal intent. People may turn to self-harm because they are trying to cope with overwhelming feelings, emotional numbness, or traumatic memories. Secrecy and shame around self injury can make it difficult to get support. This post has links to articles and resources for people who self-harmContinue reading “Self-harm information and resources”
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Bipolar disorder information and resources
Bipolar disorder is a serious chronic illness. This post links to articles from popular and academic news sources. It also lists trusted sources of information. Psychotherapists, journalists, and experts on the disorder provide information and coping tips. I have included links to information for parents of children or teens who may have a bipolar diagnosis.Continue reading “Bipolar disorder information and resources”
Anxiety information and resources
This page has links to articles from popular news sources on the topic of anxiety. Psychotherapists, journalists, and experts on anxiety provide information and coping tips. I have included links to information for parents of anxious children. Anxious adults Surviving Anxiety, by Scott Stossel. The Atlantic, January/February 2014Scott Stossel writes about his experience with anxiety.Continue reading “Anxiety information and resources”