so i keep seeing these mental illness support posts all over tumblr but i never see any for the “scary” illnesses
im here for the schizophrenics, paranoid and otherwise
im here for the bipolar people, especially those who are rapid cycling (believe me, i know how much it sucks)
im here for the people with borderline personality disorder who are constantly wondering if theyre being abusive
im here for the addicts
the people who dissociate
the people who have trouble telling whats real
the people whose minds are too scary to get their own support posts on tumblr
im here for you all
we’re not as scary as we’re told we are
Tag: support
support mentally ill ppl who have breakdowns often, support mentally ill ppl who talk about how much they hate themselves, support mentally ill ppl who sometimes say or do extreme things during breakdowns, support mentally ill ppl who have mood swings and who feel like absolute hell one minute and fine the next, support mentally ill ppl who actually show signs of being mentally ill, because if that makes you uncomfortable, then don’t say you support them.
If you know someone who’s depressed, please resolve to never ask them why. Depression isn’t a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather. Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they’re going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side.
It’s hard to be a friend to someone who’s depressed, but it’s one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you’ll ever do.
Stephen Fry (via onlinecounsellingcollege)
Hi Tumblr. My name is Shane Burcaw, and I’m the hipsterly-dressed dinosaur creature in the wheelchair above. The beautiful girl is my girlfriend Anna. We were climbing a mountain (in Tom’s and khakis, obviously).
I need all of you to help me by reblogging this.
As some of you know, I created a nonprofit organization called Laughing At My Nightmare, Inc. to help people living with my disease. Look at my (sexy) bod in the pic above: keeping that hunk of man meat alive is expensive as hell. From breathing machines, to feeding tubes, to the bathroom equipment that lets me poop when I need to, the cost of living with SMA is astronomical. Luckily, I have always had the items I need, but there are thousands of people in my position who don’t have those things.
I can change that, like forreal. And I’m not going to stop until I do.
I’ve created a program through my nonprofit called No More Nightmares. The idea is simple: We give away the vital items that people with muscular dystrophy need to thrive. If I can change one life, I’ll be happy, but my dream is to change the world.
If you’d like to help me, I am asking that everyone who reads this give $5 to my charity: laughingatmynightmare.com/donate
If you don’t have means to donate online, you can send mail-in donations to: PO Box 3398 Bethlehem, PA 18017
For the price of a meal at Chipotle, you can help me change the fucking world. Your gift will be used to help us purchase the equipment that people need to live more badass lives. If you can’t give, a reblog will help me reach more people!
Thank you from the bottom of my
atrophiedheart!Thank you all so much for the love and support. Let’s keep this going!
Raising so much for the cause! Thank you!
Instead of Autism Speaks, consider:
- yodeling into a can of peas (although it is not helpful, its definitely not as harmful as A$)
October is the awareness month for every single one of these!
Don’t just go pink!
SIGNAL BOOST!
Signal boost like there’s no tomorrow!
I have faith in you tumblr!
We can raise awareness for the awarenesses!
We can do this!
I have celiac disease and this is the first time ive EVER seen it being supported besides the little groups of people who all have it. This actually means a lot because it isn’t just a joke or diet its legit. THIS IS WHY I FUCKING LOVE TUMBLR
i had selective mutism for 5 years in primary school. I didn’t know there was an awareness thing for it. I mean now i know i had that because of my anxiety though.
I think one thing you can do to help your friends who are depressed is to reach out to them not in the spirit of helping, but in the spirit of liking them and wanting their company. “I’m here to help if you ever need me” is good to know, but hard to act on, especially when you’re in a dark place. Specific, ongoing, pleasure-based invitations are much easier to absorb. “I’m here. Let’s go to the movies. Or stay in and order takeout and watch some dumb TV.” “I’m having a party, it would be really great if you could come for a little while.” Ask them for help with things you know they are good at and like doing, so there is reciprocity and a way for them to contribute. “Will you come over Sunday and help me clear my closet of unfashionable and unflattering items? I trust your eye.” “Will you read this story I wrote and help me fix the dialogue?” “Want to make dinner together? You chop, I’ll assemble.” “I am going glasses shopping and I need another set of eyes.” Remind yourself why you like this person, and in the process, remind them that they are likable and worth your time and interest.
Talk to the parts of the person that aren’t being eaten by the depression. Make it as easy as possible to make and keep plans, if you have the emotional resources to be the initiator and to meet your friends a little more than halfway. If the person turns down a bunch of invitations in a row because (presumably) they don’t have the energy to be social, respect their autonomy by giving it a month or two and then try again. Keep the invitations simple; “Any chance we could have breakfast Saturday?” > “ARE YOU AVOIDING ME BECAUSE YOU’RE DEPRESSED OR BECAUSE YOU HATE ME I AM ONLY TRYING TO HELP YOU.” “I miss you and I want to see you” > “I’m worried about you.” A depressed person is going to have a shame spiral about how their shame is making them avoid you and how that’s giving them more shame, which is making them avoid you no matter what you do. No need for you to call attention to it. Just keep asking. “I want to see you” “Let’s do this thing.” “If you are feeling low, I understand, and I don’t want to impose on you, but I miss your face. Please come have coffee with me.” “Apology accepted. ApologIES accepted. So. Gelato and Outlander?”
#613: How do I reach out to my friends who have depression? | Captain Awkward
P.S. A lot of people with depression and other mental illnesses have trouble making decisions or choosing from a bunch of different options. “Wanna get dinner at that pizza place on Tuesday night?” is a LOT easier to answer than “So wanna hang out sometime? What do you want to do?”
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Employment for People With Intellectual Disabilities: Lil’ Help?
In the attempt to provide employment for people with intellectual disabilities, the need for assistance involves YOU. Of course, cooperation from businesses is important, but help from laypeople is critical if we are to improve the quality of life of some of our communities’ most loyal and loving members. Employment for people with intellectual disabilities is about a lot more than you might think. In most cases, it’s not about the need for money. People with intellectual disabilities are eligible for government benefits such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. No. Employment for people with intellectual disabilities is about something far more important than money.
Employment for People With Intellectual Disabilities: Lil’ Help?
Holding the Bowl 