Navigating Delusions: How I Fact-Check My Reality with SchizophreniaFor me, the biggest challenge of having schizophrenia is delusions, which manifest in my brain like fake memories of things that never...reactions
The Impact of Schizophrenia on My FamilyI am lucky enough to say that my family was and is a huge part of my support system. Without them, I...reactions
Pain and Your EmotionsAbout 1 in 5 Americans lives with chronic pain. Chronic pain is pain that does not go away. Such pain is often...reactions
Making a Big Decision During a Meltdown"What's going on, Ashley?" my supervisor asked. "It's time for me to go. I'm putting in my 2 weeks notice," I replied...reactions
7 Personal Strategies for Managing SchizophreniaStress is a major trigger for schizophrenia among other health conditions. It can create flare-ups and lead to the resurfacing of symptoms...reactions
My Experience With Delusions: Reality Is My FriendFor those of us with schizophrenia or a schizophrenia-related disorder, delusions can be a part of what we experience when we are...reactions
Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like schizophrenia often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. That is why medical experts often...reactions
Signs of Relapse in SchizophreniaMore than half of people with schizophrenia will have a relapse within 4 years of their first episode. During a relapse, symptoms...reactions
The Obesity Bias: How Doctors Dismiss People Who are OverweightIf you go to the doctor for a health issue or concern, or because you are in pain, you would expect a...reactions
What Is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy?Some people who have a shocking, dangerous, or frightening event may develop a disorder known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The symptoms...reactions
My Arsenal of Facts for Fighting StigmaLiving with schizophrenia can often feel like navigating through a world filled with misconceptions and stigma. If your experience is anything like...reactions
What to Know About Dating and SchizophreniaMost of us desire the love and companionship that come with a romantic relationship. However, having a serious mental illness like schizophrenia...reactions
Schizophrenia and OCDSchizophrenia disrupts daily life due to episodes of psychosis, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) involves unwanted thoughts and fears...reactions
Family Therapy and SchizophreniaSchizophrenia affects not only the person with the mental illness but also their family. Common schizophrenia symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized...reactions
Overcoming Self-StigmaThe stigma of mental illness is the direct and indirect discrimination against individuals living with a diagnosis. The stigma of mental illness...reactions
Medication Management: Activating Plan B, C, and D...Imagine tweaking your medication cocktail for what seems like, forever. Like trying on shoes, my doctor and I did the trial and...reactions
Links Between Trauma and PsychosisPsychosis is the medical term for losing touch with reality. There are several health conditions linked to psychosis and many possible causes...reactions
What Is Power Posing?Striking a “power pose” means taking up a lot of space with your body – standing upright with great posture, legs wide...reactions
Transitioning Back Into the WorkforceAfter taking a break from work to regroup and improve health I decided to go back to work. I've taken a step...reactions
What are Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia and How Can They Impact You?I really dislike when people call me "high functioning." What does that even mean? Where, or in what capacity, do I function...reactions
