"How was I to get back to 'normal,' a state in which my mind would function properly?"
You are not a burden. Your loved ones will not leave you. You are not to blame for your illness. It was not anything you did or said.
My Routine Is Both a Blessing and the Bane of My Existence
The Mental Health of the Modern Dad
The Benefits of Having Positive Social Interactions
Being Socially Isolated with Mental Illness: A Perspective for Loved Ones
Two Antidotes to Stigma
How I Recognize My Early Warning Signs of Mania
Ways to Manage and Cope with Stress
Beyond the Baby Blues: Depression During and After Pregnancy
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