Category Archives: Mental Illness

7 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Being In Love When …

Me and my boyfriend frequently joke about my bipolar and his anxiety disorder, and it's now one of the major ways we communicate about the way we're feeling. We're fairly unlikely to win any comedy awards for taking the …

7 Things I Wish I'd Known About Being Bipolar And In Love

Me and my boyfriend frequently joke about my bipolar and his anxiety disorder, and it's now one of the major ways we communicate about the way we're feeling. We're fairly unlikely to win any comedy awards for taking the …

Bill to recognize mental health service dogs in Missouri offered for …

A bill that nearly passed this year, to have mental health service dogs recognized in the same way as other service dogs, has been filed again for 2016. Representative Chrissy Sommer (courtesy; Tim Bommel, Missouri House …

Conquering Mental Illness Through Art – Fine Art Tips

Contrary to popular belief, mental illness can be overcome through art. Artist David Sandum is a shining example of this. In his new book, “I'll Run Till The Sun Goes Down,” David shares an intimate journey of courage, …

This Is What It's Like To Live With Schizophrenia – Healthy Organic

Schizophrenia is a chronic and disabling — but treatable — brain disorder affecting more than 21 million people worldwide. Of those people, only half receive treatment. Symptoms, which usually begin between ages 16 and …