World Mental Health Day, 2025: The U.S. is rolling back mental-health care. Parity is paused, 988 LGBTQ+ services were cut, and clinics face funding hits. Here’s exactly what changed and how it harms people with mental illness.
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Thinking of taking an online mental health quiz or asking AI for a diagnosis? Most online mental health quizzes aren’t validated. Learn which clinician-used screens actually help (PHQ-9, GAD-7, MDQ, ASRS, PCL-5, AUDIT), how to use them safely, and when a positive screen means it’s time to see a professional.
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Self-hatred in bipolar disorder can feel relentless — a voice telling you you’re not enough, day after day. But this voice is lying to you. Discover why bipolar disorder makes it so easy to hate yourself, how it steals your self-worth, and practical steps to break the cycle.
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Learn why bipolar disorder can cut life expectancy by up to 20 years—from suicide and heart disease to sleep, inflammation, and medication risks—and discover practical, research-backed strategies to reclaim those lost years.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots promise instant, stigma-free mental-health support—but are they safe? This article reviews the latest clinical evidence, exposes privacy and ethical risks, and offers a practical 7-point checklist so you can vet any mental-health app before you pour your heart into it.
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Up to half of people with bipolar disorder will attempt suicide—but that moment of crisis is a medical symptom, not a moral failing. Learn why shame doesn’t belong here, how to reclaim hope, and where to find real-time help.
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Are psychiatric meds the death of genius? The Van Gogh myth says yes — but the evidence, my own experience, and the tragic artist suicide roll call say otherwise. Before you ditch your prescription in search of a masterpiece, read this hard-hitting reality check.
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Are psychiatric medications evil or life-saving? After two decades battling bipolar disorder, I’ve seen both sides. This post separates fear-based myths from science, exposes antipsychiatry misinformation, and shows how evidence-based treatment can save lives. If you’ve ever doubted psychiatry, read this first.
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May is more than a hashtag — it’s your chance to spark real change. Explore 14 concrete ideas — from bipolar self‑care hacks and crisis‑plan refreshers to ally moves that reshape policy — and learn how to turn Mental Health Awareness Month into year‑round momentum. Dive in and pick your first action today.
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