Coping 01 – telling the difference
Something I have learned to do in the face of my disorders is to recognize thoughts that are purely illness. I have thoughts that come to mind and I am able to externalize them. I think to myself: “That’s not what I believe,” and I try to let it go. It’s not always easy and…
Atypical 01 – wait, not everyone?
I don’t know how common it is to assume your life is common, but I’m going to guess that many people have that impression. Especially in the early years. You don’t know that your parents might be different from other parents because you have no examples. You don’t know that your siblings might be different.…
ADHD 01 – that explains a lot
It snuck up on me, in my early twenties. I don’t remember exactly when I was diagnosed with ADHD, but I do know I owe it to the perception of my previous psychiatrist, Dr. R… He gave me a very useful handle to grip when it comes to that enormous question: What on earth is…
atypical alphabet soup 