I searched for families like mine – and if possible, hope. They were here all along
Stigma leads me to write this under a pseudonym. Why? Because my child is kind, caring, generous and resilient, among many other great qualities.
Insights from Australia and New Zealand
Making strides in mental health promotion and access to quality care. What we learned from examples abroad.
Blogs of the year
It’s a new year. We are celebrating our stories, and our lived and living experience by showcasing our most engaging posts of 2022.
What Do Mullets Have to Do With Mental Health?
Australia’s Black Dog Institute blends research and community spirit. A conversation on outreach, balance, and the art of “business in the front, party in the back.”
Rallying while Black
After the murder of George Floyd, and further acts of anti-Black racism and discrimination, many African, Caribbean, and Black people came forward…
Finding a Safe Space in the Self-Checkout Aisle
Years ago, when my depression was quite bad, I had wished for simplicity in some of my weekly errands that would allow me the least amount of human interaction. Get in, get out, and get home. This was long before I saw my first self-checkout machine, when I, like everyone else, no matter how we were feeling, had to engage in polite conversation with a complete stranger. Those interactions on difficult days often made me anxious.
Finding a Safe Space in the Self-Checkout Aisle
Self-checkout machines offer relief from overwhelming social interactions and sensory overload, making everyday errands more manageable for those living with depression, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
