Sally Buchanan-Hagen, an emergency medicine nurse, has become a passionate mental health advocate since being diagnosed with bipolar disorder in her early 20s. Recently, Sally described what her behaviours and thoughts were like while manic, as well as her first experience with psychotic symptoms, which for some people can manifest as part of their mood disorder.
In her article (link below), Sally shares her experiences as a way to improve our understanding of what individuals living with psychosis go through. She also encourages us to avoid holding judgment or being fearful of those affected, as often they are the ones who are terrified and confused, and require early support and treatment.
"Psychosis is poorly understood by the general public and this leads sufferers to experience stigma and discrimination. Adding to the stigma, films and TV shows often misrepresent what psychosis is really like, making it something to be feared. I was guilty of not having an accurate understanding of psychosis. However, that quickly changed after my first psychotic episode. Although for a small portion of that time I may have been feared, I can guarantee I was the one who was terrified. Terrified of the unpredictable turmoil in my head, I would have harmed myself well before harming others."
For the full article, click here: http://themighty.com/2016/03/what-its-really-like-to-experience-psychosis/_
In her article (link below), Sally shares her experiences as a way to improve our understanding of what individuals living with psychosis go through. She also encourages us to avoid holding judgment or being fearful of those affected, as often they are the ones who are terrified and confused, and require early support and treatment.
"Psychosis is poorly understood by the general public and this leads sufferers to experience stigma and discrimination. Adding to the stigma, films and TV shows often misrepresent what psychosis is really like, making it something to be feared. I was guilty of not having an accurate understanding of psychosis. However, that quickly changed after my first psychotic episode. Although for a small portion of that time I may have been feared, I can guarantee I was the one who was terrified. Terrified of the unpredictable turmoil in my head, I would have harmed myself well before harming others."
For the full article, click here: http://themighty.com/2016/03/what-its-really-like-to-experience-psychosis/_
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