Survivor of Suicide Loss
I remember driving in his car and the song “Don’t You Worry Child” came on the radio. In the part where Swedish House Mafia sings, “Upon a hill across a blue lake, that’s where I had my first...
The Stigma of Co-Occurring Disorders
By Lori Bernstein There is a great deal of stigma attached to both mental illnesses and addictions. That is one reason I talk about my experiences. So, others won’t feel alone, and, to put a face to...
The Beginning
All my life I craved to be as beautiful as a flower. I wanted the ambience, the essence, and the admiration. In the spring, I would watch the bees rushing to get a taste of all the flowers they...
Tackling Mental Health Stigma In The Korean Community
here was a time in my life where I thought my life was worth nothing and that I was worth nothing, and it drives me to know that there are others in need of support who continue to experience similar feelings and feel as alone as I did
When The Storm Blows Over: Recovering From Postpartum Depression
There was a serene calm before the storm, before the onset of my symptoms. I was a happy new mother living in complete bliss with my newborn baby. We had a tranquil routine of feeding, napping, and...
