My Psychosis Photo AlbumWhen the average person pictures someone in psychosis, they probably imagine someone who hasn't bathed in days aimlessly wandering the streets muttering to themselves. True, sometimes our illness causes behavior... By Sally Littlefield4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
"Are You Okay?": Recognizing When My Tank Is On Empty"Are you okay? Are you sure you're okay? Cause you don't look okay. I can see it in your eyes, get some rest," a peer and client said. Embarrassment. That's... By Ashley Smith2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
What Is a Service Dog for Schizophrenia, and How Do I Get One?The loving presence of a pet can do wonders for mental health. This is especially true for people who have service or emotional support animals. Therapeutic uses for dogs and... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Tardive Dyskinesia: How I Live With It (and Why I'm Not Willing to Live Without It)I have been on antipsychotic medication for the past 25 years. Some have been newer, atypical antipsychotics, some are older, typical ones. Due to this, I have started to experience... By Tara Miller3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
My First SchizoFRIENDia Changed EverythingIt took me 2 years after coming to terms with my schizophrenia to find Shannon, my first friend who shared the condition. But when I finally met them, I knew... By Sally Littlefield3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Schizophrenia and Sleep ParalysisMany people with schizophrenia have sleep problems. This can make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep, resulting in bad sleep quality. One condition that reduces sleep quality is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Why I Struggle With the Term "Caregiver"Long before my daughter's onset of schizoaffective disorder, I cared for relatives with early-onset dementia and debilitating PTSD. During these times, I took responsibility for household tasks, interacted with clinicians... By Sophie Littlefield3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
The Transformative Power of Art for SchizophreniaLiving with schizophrenia, my mind often races with loud thoughts. In these moments, I turn to my sketchbook. I open to a blank white page, I let my pens create... By Michelle Hammer3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Do You Have a Crisis Plan?I had been in recovery for over 16 years when I had this situation. Just when I thought I could juggle everything, life pulls the rug from underneath me. A... By Ashley Smith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Emotional? It's OK to Feel Feelings with Schizophrenia!As a person living with schizoaffective disorder, or any kind of serious mental health issue, I think that it's often really hard just to feel our feelings without anyone (even... By Tara Miller3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Treating and Managing Tardive DyskinesiaTardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder caused by certain medicines. People with TD have involuntary facial movements, or tics. "Tardive" means delayed, and "dyskinesia" means involuntary muscle movements. There... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
What to Know About Motivation and SchizophreniaAn intense lack of motivation to do things is called avolition. This can be a symptom of different mental health diseases, including schizophrenia. This lack of motivation can be confused... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
My Long Journey to the Perfect TherapistFinding a good therapist is hard enough for anyone. But finding a good therapist when you have schizophrenia? Well, for the first 4 years of my recovery, it felt impossible... By Sally Littlefield5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Language and the Meaning of Mental IllnessTime Magazine chose Taylor Swift for 2023's "person of the year." I think that is great. She is a talented artist and a great businesswoman. But in her interview with... By Rebecca Chamaa3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Five Ways To Survive Your Loved One's OnsetThe onset of my daughter's schizophrenia disorder was a frightening and confusing time. Not only had Sally received a devastating diagnosis, I had to develop new ways to communicate with... By Sophie Littlefield3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
4 Role Models Who Gave Me Hope After SchizophreniaFor me, one of the hardest parts of developing schizophrenia was the sense of isolation. Unlike some people with this condition, I had a close family member with schizophrenia. Even... By Sally Littlefield4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Peer Support Groups for SchizophreniaI often say that peer support gave me the confidence I needed to start sharing my story and become an advocate. Long before I shared my story online, or spoke... By Kody Green2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Changing the Narrative on SchizophreniaLet's toss out the old stereotypes and take a real look at schizophrenia. It's time to kick those misconceptions to the curb and shine a light on the potential for... By Michelle Hammer2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions
Schizophrenia: Beyond Our DiagnosisLike many people with schizophrenia, I am relatively isolated. I am married, so I often have face-to-face contact with another person (except when my partner travels). But I would like... By Rebecca Chamaa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactions