Kategori: Depression
Frankie Bridge reveals ‘life changing’ decision to use ketamine for depression
‘It’s just the only thing that really helps me long term.’
I revealed my diagnosis to my parents – and confirmed what I feared
I’d held off from sharing the news with them because I knew how incredulous they’d be.
Two common medications could increase risk of heart conditions by 25% when taken together
The study included just 65 participants so more research is needed
I have no memory of stabbing myself – Huntington’s Disease made me do it
I needed three operations, and doctors managed to save a quarter of my bowel.
I was denied an elective C-section – only to have an emergency one
Calmly, I requested a C-section. ‘You’re too young,’ the obstetrician replied.
I thought I had food poisoning – it was far worse
My daily life became unrecognisable from before.
My parents died two months apart – then I became homeless
Just as people burn out in the workplace, I burnt out on the streets.
I had a very public mental breakdown – my friend’s persistence saved me
Like many who suffer from psychosis, I had convinced myself that I was a god.
‘I was scared of being judged’ – The last taboo of motherhood
Many mums fear it carries more stigma than perineal tears or postpartum sex.
I hated being a mum the minute my baby was put on my chest
‘I had no feeling of love when my baby was born.’
Video games are great for my mental and physical wellbeing – Reader’s Feature
A reader breaks down the Switch 2 launch line-up and lists the mistakes he feels Nintendo has made, from the marketing to the prices.
Now your phone can tell if you have depression using the selfie camera
Hundreds of patients are already using an app called Emobot to track their mood.