Mad in America

AUGUST 28, 2024

Even at 17, I had enough awareness to recognize that something was seriously wrong with that experience, that there was something fundamentally flawed in the way we treat people. Russell: At this point, many people are aware that trauma is a major factor that can lead to psychosis. Diving into that research was fascinating for me.

Trauma and the brain 119

Trauma and the brain Mind-body connection Nonprofits Education 119

Now Psych

MARCH 25, 2024

Brief overview of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes significant instability in emotions, behavior, relationships, and self-image. Sense of Self: People with BPD may struggle with knowing their true self. What is Borderline Personality Disorder?

Personality disorders 52

Personality disorders Genetics and mental health Dialectical Behavior Therapy Self-awareness 52

Mad in America

MAY 4, 2024

But coercion and force are baked deeply into these laws, from the “ Black Robe effect ” resulting from a judge’s presence in the room; to treatment orders that one usually has little say in or choice over; to the ever-present possibility of forced evaluation, hospitalization, or conservatorship for noncompliance.

Poverty and mental health 127

Poverty and mental health Legal Self-awareness Nonprofits 127

Mad in America

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Peer respites are an innovative and cost effective alternative to psychiatric hospitalization, and these resources are badly needed across the country. There are many different respite structures; our peer respite will be a non-clinical alternative to hospitalization and other interventions for people in crisis.

Sleep and mental health 104

Sleep and mental health Legal Hospitality Nonprofits 104