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How to Live and Thrive With A Mental Health Disorder
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items I was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder in 2020. Getting a mental health disorder diagnosis is very hard. However, it does not stop you from living a fulfilling life. Here's some important things that I have done to maintain stability.
Read up on your mental health disparity. The more educated you are, the more you can help yourself.
Mental illness - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Do not hide your diagnosis from your loved ones. You will need support, during this journey.
For Friends and Family Members | SAMHSA
You will need something to help you deal with the inevitable unpleasant feelings that are possibly coming with a diagnosis.
How to Find Hobbies as an Adult (And Actually Make Time for Them)
If you can't afford insurance for therapy, look into government insurance.
Behavioral Health Services | Medicaid
Find educators on social media, who have the same mental health disorder. These pages have been so helpful to me.
Julie A.Fast Bipolar Education (@juliefast) - Instagram
You don't have to stop doing most of the things that you love, just research how you can do them and still remain mentally stable.
Tips for Traveling Safely When You Have a Serious Mental Illness
If you are diagnosed with something like a mood disorder, therapy is very essential. This site helps you to find one.
Find a Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor - Psychology Today
Some disorders that are extreme in things such as psychosis have to be treated with medicine. Find a mental health nurse practitioner or psychiatrist.
Drugs That Treat Mental Illnesses - WebMD
Look into alternative therapy interventions, such as EDMR. This helps with trauma.
EMDR Institute - EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND ...
Most mental illnesses fall under the ADA, so they are disabilities. If you are in school, get a letter from a medical professional and or therapist. This will allow you to have extensions on your assignments.
Academic Accommodations for Students with Psychiatric Disabilities
Lowering your stress with a mental health problem is very significant in your journey to stability. Some jobs may be too much, in the beginning of your disorder diagnosis.
Best and worst jobs for people with bipolar disorder
There are accommodations for work, for people with mental health disorders.
Accommodations for Employees with Mental Health Conditions
Find a local support group. Orgs such as NAMI throw a lot of different types of events and meetups.
NAMI Maryland
Follow my Tiktok, where I discuss mental health openly.
Healing W/ Tish ❤️ on TikTok
Crisis can still occur in your stability. Having a plan will really assist you.
Creating a 'safety plan' - Samaritans