Accepting that you may have or even do have a mental illness is, in my opinion, one of the hardest things about the illness itself. On the outside, I come across as this girl that has everything together. To my friends, I’m this goofy, funny (or at least I think I am), super outgoing, and happy girl. To my parents, I am involved in everything, smart, have a lot of friends, … [Read more...]
How to Overcome Anxiety: Stories of Hope and Help
We all have a story. And yours is a special, important one that matters. Below are the courageous stories from our readers which show, from their experiences, how to overcome anxiety and depression. The submissions are from teens, college students, parents, family members and more. They are completely unedited. To submit your own story, Just Fill It Out Here Right … [Read more...]
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
It's important to keep in mind that everyone experiences anxiety at some point, but for many people, anxiety dominates their everyday life. These people may suffer from generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). According to mayoclinic.com, GAD is characterized by "severe, ongoing anxiety that interferes with day-to-day activities." You may also have GAD if you feel anxious even if … [Read more...]