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My Story of Surviving Psychiatry

Mad in America

At the age of 41, I was sectioned under the Mental Health Act in the midst of the Covid pandemic in the early autumn of 2020 in the throes of an episode of psychosis. Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on Mad in the UK. I want to start my story at the end. This holiday has been amazing.

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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

Lightwork

Introduction Research consistently shows that women experience anxiety disorders at nearly twice the rate of men. This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences.