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What Chronic Illness is Like for a Nurse
“Its hard to explain really, and probably even harder for someone to understand, but I pretty much function on a daily basis with some form of a headache, sometime mind numbing pain, other times just a general feeling of pressure. “
How I Faced My Travel Fears And Explored the World
“I wanted to know what I needed to pack, how to effectively plan a trip, what sorts of things I would need to be prepared for, as a guy who struggles with anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.”
The Small Habits That Helped My Social Anxiety
Marc had tried nearly everything under the sun to gain control of his mental state. While most approaches didn’t work, here he shares the handful of habits that have made a meaningful impact on his life.
What I've Learned By Chronicling Pain
Pamela is a nurse practitioner in Canada who writes about chronic pain and migraines.
The Link Between Chronic Pain and Depression
Chronic pain and depression appear to be intrinsically linked through brain functioning. In my role as the owner of a residential mental health program I have witnessed firsthand the debilitating effects of chronic pain-related depression in clients and have gathered some of those observations together for this guide.
What Are "Integrated Interventions" in Mental Healthcare?
I’ve worked in in the mental health industry for just three years, and even in that short time, there have been developments and changes that have happened. The biggest change I’ve seen is the growth and sophistication of a holistic approach to psychological well-being.
How I Avoid Panic Attacks When Talking to Strangers
Have you ever found yourself stuck in an airport and needing a pen, but the thought of talking to a stranger would falsely persuade you that you don’t need it? Here’s advice for if you find yourself in a similar situation!
My Experiences with Clinical Drug Trials
Apparently the only way to slow me down at all was a serious chronic illness: I was diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis on January 13, 2009. I committed to a clinical trial for what became a drug called Ocrelizumab. Resilient in the extreme I am, but this tested everything the overintellectual overachiever in me had.