‘Why Didn’t Anyone Notice?’: High Functioning Autism in Women
She was 36 when it finally clicked. For years, people called her “moody,” “quirky,” and “too intense.” Her report cards? Straight A’s. Her desk? Always tidy. But social events drained her energy. She practiced conversations in her mind. Mimicked smiles and nods. Wasn’t that what everyone did? Turns out, not everyone does. A friend shared […]
‘Why Starve to Fit In?’: Experts Discuss Treatment for Eating Disorder
The cucumbers made her anxious. Not rotten or processed. Still, a 28-year-old Katie tossed them out. She felt empty but “safe.” Adrienne Matei wrote her story in The Guardian. Katie is a mom of two. She once loved health. Now? Scared of spinach, rice, and carrots. This is orthorexia—obsessing over “pure” food. When did caring […]
It’s About Care, Not Crisis. Long-Term Mental Health Centers
Lena thought she was handling life pretty well. Some days were good. Others not so much. Then, the bad days piled up. Simple tasks felt overwhelming. Sleeping? It’s a real challenge. Work? It’s practically impossible. Friends? They stopped checking in. Dark thoughts took over. In need of help, Lena searched for long-term mental health treatment […]
Trauma Hits. You Spiral. Why a Mental Health Crisis Center Helps.
Panic grabs you hard. A mental health crisis center is your lifeline. Your chest feels heavy. Your heart races so loud that it drowns your thoughts. Breathing? Tough. The walls feel like they’re closing in. You reach for your phone. Who do you call? Will anyone answer? Emergency rooms (ERs)? Yikes. Bright lights. Long lines. […]
The ‘BPD Causes Trauma’ Puzzle: What the Research Uncovers
Emotions often behave like wild beasts. One moment, you reign supreme. Next, you’re tumbling into despair. Sarah, 28, recognizes this dance of chaos. A teacher by trade, she juggles relationships fraught with ups and downs. Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) fuels her curiosity: Does BPD stem from trauma? Or is trauma merely a symptom […]
Coping Today, Crashing Tomorrow—Is It High-Functioning BPD?
You wake up. You pour your coffee. You clear your inbox. By lunchtime, your heart races. By dinner, you snap at your partner. No one sees your struggle. Why does holding it together feel tough? High functioning borderline personality disorder hides in plain view. The name is tricky. Functioning does not mean thriving. It means […]
Pulling Back the Veil on Narcissistic Abuse Therapy
You sit quietly, thoughts racing wildly. Memories spin in your head, each word planting seeds of doubt. The charm that once dazzled feels like a trap now. Jabs disguised as kindness make you uneasy. Friends say to brush it off, but your gut knows the truth. Long nights stretch on, filled with restless tossing and […]
5 Secret Signs of Anxiety Even Experts Miss
You wake up tired. Sleep felt like a fight, but you blame stress. With coffee in hand, you head to work. The elevator makes your chest tight. You scroll your phone, pretending everything is fine. At lunch, a friend asks how you are. “Busy,” you say with a forced smile. Your heart races like you […]
The Everyday Struggles of Autistic Women
Unmasking the Hidden Challenges The café bustles like a hive. Conversations intermingle in a chaotic harmony. Each clink of a cup reverberates while the espresso machine hisses. It slams into my senses. My skin prickles and my chest tightens. The atmosphere feels oppressive. I wear a smile like armor. My friend chats easily, but my […]
5+ Signs of Autism in Young Girls You Must Know
Being a teen is tricky. You’re figuring out who you are. You’re trying to make friends and dealing with school. For some girls, this is even harder. Social interactions feel draining. It’s common to feel different and like you don’t fit in. So, have you ever wondered if you could be autistic? Autism in girls […]
