MENTAL ILLNESS: Stigma and Discrimination CONTACT HERE Mental illness attracts less empathy and more distrust than other forms of illness. People may consciously or unconsciously blame the people with mental illness for their condition, implying a character flaw rather than a disorder. Another misconception is that mental illness is a "life sentence" with no chance of recovery. Some people believe that those with mental illness are unable to contribute to society: … [Read more...]
Spiritual Re-Awakening {Acsension} in Women
~ SPIRITUAL ASCENSION ~ Humankind is in the midst of a Massive Spiritual Awakening. Spiritual Re-Awakening requires you spend some time Alone, in quiet thought. Divine Guidance has opened the door... You were created to make a difference to Impact our Society to make this world a better place. It is important that you allow Yourself to decompress find quiet time to reflect, continue to grow spiritually, nourish yourself spiritually and emotional. Listen and … [Read more...]
Depression or Diabetes? – WOMEN in RECOVERY
Depression or Diabetes? What is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar (glucose) levels, that result from defects in insulin secretion, or action, or both. Diabetes mellitus, commonly referred to as diabetes (as it will be in this article) was first identified as a disease associated with "sweet urine," and excessive muscle loss in the ancient world. Elevated levels of blood glucose (hyperglycemia) lead to spillage of … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – Pamper YOU… @ Kristie Tamsevicius !
Why am I doing this? I just feel like I can't focus today! I feel like I'm not enjoying my job like I used to. What's the matter with me? I NEED A BREAK!!!! ... all work and no play makes Jackie a dull Gal! When you are CEO, head nurse, mommy, head of janitorial services, and chief crafts coordinator, life can leave you a little weary sometimes. As a business owner YOU are your most valuable resource, so it makes sense to take care of yourself! When you start … [Read more...]
NEPAL: Women in Chhuaupadi – ADELE BUTLER
Nepali Women and Girls Isolated During Menstruation On the Violence is Not Our Culture site, I read about a ritual practice in Nepal called Chhuaupadi pratha which can cause prolonged depression and even death among girls and women. “Chhau” means menstruation and “padi” – woman. It is a ritual which banishes girls and women during their menstruation. It is dangerous because it also isolates women during and after childbirth. These women are banished fro up to eleven days away from … [Read more...]
HEALTH for WOMEN: Major Depressive Disorder featured Articles
A Celebration of Women shares this article, for the HEALTH of our WOMEN. Major Depressive Disorder Topic Resource Center brought to you by The Major Depressive Disorder Topic Resource Center was created to help psychiatrists gain greater understanding of major depressive disorder and improve diagnosis and management of patients with this condition. Major Depressive Disorder Featured … [Read more...]