Pmann wants to talk mental health

[Lord Pmann]

The Lard P-asses of the world are a big part of the problem.

Indeed. Someone else must a big part of the problem.

I wish you nothing but happiness. But you must be aware that you have to take part in your own outcome for life. Or maybe you aren't, and maybe that is why you're trapped in this cycle.

I don't think anybody here wishes I'll upon you. But I think everyone here wishes you realize that you play a role in how your life turns out.

 

[Dribble]

When we live in a society where 49% of the population refused to wear masks...can we really expect society to do the right things concerning mental health? So my question...since we can't save everyone...how do we save the most? Every life has value. How do we move forward without the politics...because we can't expect help from there? Is this a city by city battle?

 

[GuitarGuy100]

When we live in a society where 49% of the population refused to wear masks...can we really expect society to do the right things concerning mental health? So my question...since we can't save everyone...how do we save the most? Every life has value. How do we move forward without the politics...because we can't expect help from there? Is this a city by city battle?

So true.

I think a good first step would be to stop treating the mentally ill as if they are less than others.

 

[Dribble]

So true.

I think a good first step would be to stop treating the mentally ill as if they are less than others.

I agree. When I lived in Hawaii, I was surprised that if you worked 20hrs a week...the employer must offer health care to their employees. Every employer. Even places with 2 employees. And the rates there were fucking half what I was paying stateside for more coverage. And i never had copays. Just a flat rate. Not really surprising when you think about the Hawaiian culture and their emphasis on ohana. How do we get there?

 

[MedicalMuse]

I agree. When I lived in Hawaii, I was surprised that if you worked 20hrs a week...the employer must offer health care to their employees. Every employer. Even places with 2 employees. And the rates there were fucking half what I was paying stateside for more coverage. And i never had copays. Just a flat rate. Not really surprising when you think about the Hawaiian culture and their emphasis on ohana. How do we get there?

Take insurance companies out of the mix, to start. When insurance companies dictate what care we can receive, we lose every fucking time.

 

[GuitarGuy100]

Take insurance companies out of the mix, to start. When insurance companies dictate what care we can receive, we lose every fucking time.

What? You mean my treatment shouldn't be decided by a chart in a guidebook? What am I, an individual?

 

[MedicalMuse]

What? You mean my treatment shouldn't be decided by a chart in a guidebook? What am I, an individual?

It's amazing. Or maybe a pediatric physician making decisions about cardiology for geriatrics? Makes no fucking sense.

 

[jaF0]

Everybody's talkin' at me
I don't hear a word they're sayin'
Only the echoes of my mind

 

[Lord Pmann]

Everybody's talkin' at me
I don't hear a word they're sayin'
Only the echoes of my mind

Happy Thanksgiving! Hopefully you have something to be thankful for today.

 

[NRJLIVES4ever]

These struggles feel so hard and lonely a lot of the time, I know. But the truth is is that no one, and I mean not a single person out there, is alone with their mental health struggles.

I had a friend who attempted once and I was so lucky that I was there to talk her down. Later on she attempted again and I wasn't there, sadly.

You gotta let the people in your life know that you care about them. Because one day they may not be there.

All my best to you, sir

 

[MedicalMuse]

These struggles feel so hard and lonely a lot of the time, I know. But the truth is is that no one, and I mean not a single person out there, is alone with their mental health struggles.

I had a friend who attempted once and I was so lucky that I was there to talk her down. Later on she attempted again and I wasn't there, sadly.

You gotta let the people in your life know that you care about them. Because one day they may not be there.

All my best to you, sir

You’re a great human. Gimme a hug.

 

[NRJLIVES4ever]

You’re a great human. Gimme a hug.

Always

 

[ace195008]

Wow you all are great. For some of us the negative thoughts are tough (we that have ADHD and other maladies), but @Lord Pmann and @MedicalMuse you both said it best everything is up to us and yeah insurance companies at this point are a necessity maybe this will change to the better. It’s good to know there are good thoughtful people who also have the ability to critical think.

 

[jaF0]

I'm not OK.

 

[crazychemgirl]

People scare me … it’s why I hang out with all you weirdos

 

[ToPleaseHim]

I'm not OK.

I care about you

 

[tnman03]

I'm not OK.

Dial 988 and talk.

 

[Dribble]

True story time. I asked a counselor if I was insane. She laughed...then immediately apologized. She said Dribble..."insane people don't ask if they are insane". So I asked, "Can I get better?" She said "Of course". And I have.

 

[Lindi37]

I love seeing threads like this, especially when the majority of the comments are positive. I’m so happy that my children will not experience the same stigma that I did. Talking is so freeing and finding people who share your pain is bonding. It makes me sad that one of the first friends I made here has disappeared. I know he has massive struggles and talked it through with a few people on here. People who he really valued and was helped by. I’d like to think that his life unexpectedly got better and he has no need to lit anymore.

Thank you to you awesome people for being the fabulous munchkins you are.

 

[Strixaluco]

One reason for me to talk openly about my depression is exactly to reduce stigma. I known not everyone is in position where they can or not want to do it, so I do it for them.

(Another reason is me just being open in general.)

 

[MaggieTheUnicorn]

There seems to be less stigma about many topics around here, tbh. I would hazard a guess that people expressing their sexuality are in a more open/less repressed mindset.

I've noticed it's also a lot more accepted to talk about disabilities here. Anywhere else, if I try to talk about it, I get either invalidated, accused of making it up, told nobody wants to hear about it, or other people with disabilities have told me I'm "disabled" and tried telling me how I should feel about my own experience (it's a sadly widespread belief among the community that all people with disabilities should become their disability and constantly ask for pity because that's the most we can ever hope for). Americans like to tell me how privileged I am to have "free" healthcare, but won't listen to the facts on how we don't have enough doctors here.

In most places, I can't mention my disability without getting more unwanted, negative attention than a nude has ever garnered. It's like mentioning disabilities is more shocking and "inappropriate" than nudes these days.

Sometimes I just want to talk about the stuff I'm dealing with, without being told I'm wrong or lying or how to feel. It's incredibly hard to find a space where that is possible. Around here, people seem to take what I say more at face value, which goes a long way.

 

[tnman03]

One reason for me to talk openly about my depression is exactly to reduce stigma. I known not everyone is in position where they can or not want to do it, so I do it for them.

(Another reason is me just being open in general.)

Depression and anxiety go hand in hand while also presenting in varied stages. Open discussion is good but it's all about the time, place, and listener(s). There can easily be too much of too much in the whole talk about-it process so picking up on cues is a very real thing. Good for you on doing your thing.

There seems to be less stigma about many topics around here, tbh. I would hazard a guess that people expressing their sexuality are in a more open/less repressed mindset.

I've noticed it's also a lot more accepted to talk about disabilities here. Anywhere else, if I try to talk about it, I get either invalidated, accused of making it up, told nobody wants to hear about it, or other people with disabilities have told me I'm "disabled" and tried telling me how I should feel about my own experience (it's a sadly widespread belief among the community that all people with disabilities should become their disability and constantly ask for pity because that's the most we can ever hope for). Americans like to tell me how privileged I am to have "free" healthcare, but won't listen to the facts on how we don't have enough doctors here.

In most places, I can't mention my disability without getting more unwanted, negative attention than a nude has ever garnered. It's like mentioning disabilities is more shocking and "inappropriate" than nudes these days.

Sometimes I just want to talk about the stuff I'm dealing with, without being told I'm wrong or lying or how to feel. It's incredibly hard to find a space where that is possible. Around here, people seem to take what I say more at face value, which goes a long way.

From a personal observation only, I think some people don't want to hear about disabilities unless they're of a motivational nature. Myself, I believe that disabilities are just a part of life and I admire the people I know who refuse to let them hinder living their lives or allow anyone to express pity or condolence. From what I see you're handling your life in a very real and self-expressive manner. Kudos.

 

[AmberLGreen]

I'm not OK.

What do you need?

 

[MaggieTheUnicorn]

From a personal observation only, I think some people don't want to hear about disabilities unless they're of a motivational nature. Myself, I believe that disabilities are just a part of life and I admire the people I know who refuse to let them hinder living their lives or allow anyone to express pity or condolence. From what I see you're handling your life in a very real and self-expressive manner. Kudos.

Some people are creepily obsessed with motivation porn. They want to slap a label on it, and oh wow, how inspirational that someone is going about living their life, because they're "disabled". We're still people with lives and identities complex beyond the disabilities.

I think having people with disabilities as part of society is a good thing. We have to learn to adapt, and if humans want to stick around, adaptation to a changing environment is key. Lots of accessibility features benefit everyone, too. I think it's really shortsighted for people to discount people with disabilities as much as they do.

 

[SassySheDevil]

True story time. I asked a counselor if I was insane. She laughed...then immediately apologized. She said Dribble..."insane people don't ask if they are insane". So I asked, "Can I get better?" She said "Of course". And I have.

People who can get better apparently do ask.