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What is a Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Class Like?
For me, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) was a life saver. After multiple visits to a psychiatric ward, a psychiatrist suggested that I try DBT. It was designed by Marsha Linehan to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). It is considered the best treatment for BPD; better than medication or one-on-one therapy. DBT consists of four modulesContinue reading “What is a Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Class Like?”

The Worst Thing a Psychiatrist Ever Said to Me
When you see a counsellor, or psychiatrist, or therapist, you hope they will be professional and helpful. This is not always the case. I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) a few years ago and ever since I have noticed a decline in the quality of my mental health care. I chalk this upContinue reading “The Worst Thing a Psychiatrist Ever Said to Me”

What is it like to dissociate?
My Experience I wake up. I sit in bed for a moment, wiping my eyes, and reach to put on my glasses. Being able to see gives me a moment of clarity. I’m awake. Sunshine filters through a small space between the curtains. Surely it will be a lovely day. I walk to the bathroomContinue reading “What is it like to dissociate?”
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