Bipolar Sleep Guide 2021 Edition
Redefining Bipolar - Academic. Supportive. Personal.
by Natasha
2y ago
I have struggled with chronic insomnia for many years — mostly due to life being incompatible with my mental wellness. At this point I have tried most things under the sun, and I’m writing this in hopes that it will be of some use to others struggling to get a good night’s rest. Note that... The post Bipolar Sleep Guide 2021 Edition first appeared on Redefining Bipolar ..read more
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Tolerance of Abuse in the Mental Health Industry
Redefining Bipolar - Academic. Supportive. Personal.
by Natasha
2y ago
I feel like there’s no good way to start an article about violence and mental health and addiction without evoking some stereotypes about “violent mentally ill people.” As we know, folks with mental illnesses are more likely to be the victims of violence than perpetrators even though public views are often swayed to think otherwise... The post Tolerance of Abuse in the Mental Health Industry first appeared on Redefining Bipolar ..read more
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Coping with Shame from Being Unwell
Redefining Bipolar - Academic. Supportive. Personal.
by Natasha
2y ago
The following is an article that I wrote many years ago, as I was still finding my way through my initial bipolar experiences. I have added my own commentary afterward on how my views have changed since. A question I’m frequently asked is how to deal with the shame that can come along with a... The post Coping with Shame from Being Unwell first appeared on Redefining Bipolar ..read more
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Workplace Stigma: Part One
Redefining Bipolar - Academic. Supportive. Personal.
by Natasha
2y ago
I have faced a lot of discrimination and stigma on the job in every workplace I’ve been in, although some more than others. This article is inspired a research paper that reviewed mental health professionals who have lived experience and the problems they encounter in daily work life (which you can read here). Unfortunately, I... The post Workplace Stigma: Part One first appeared on Redefining Bipolar ..read more
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Welcome Back
Redefining Bipolar - Academic. Supportive. Personal.
by Natasha
2y ago
I started Redefining Bipolar back in 2014 because I was newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder and I was angry at how people with mental illnesses are treated. It grew to much more than just a blog, and before I knew it I was doing tons of public speaking, running a course at university, and generally... The post Welcome Back first appeared on Redefining Bipolar ..read more
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