Hyperfixation and ADHD

In the world of ADHD, this state has been described as Hyperfocus.   Some refer to it as being ‘in the zone,’ or ‘completely engaged.’  We are doing something at the exclusion of everything else, Hyperfixation is different.  It’s not just in that moment, but obsessed with something.  If it’s something healthy or at least harmless, great. ButContinue reading “Hyperfixation and ADHD”

How Can Nature Benefit My Mental Health?

Spending time in green space or bringing nature into your everyday life can benefit both your mental and physical wellbeing. For example, doing things like growing food or flowers, exercising outdoors or being around animals can have lots of positive effects. It can: • improve your mood • reduce feelings of anger and stress •Continue reading “How Can Nature Benefit My Mental Health?”

Why People Hurt Themselves

Individuals who self-injure may feel that doing so helps release pent-up feelings of anxiety, anger, or sadness. But evidence finds that over time, those raw emotions—along with additional feelings of guilt and shame—will continue to be present, and may even worsen. In addition, self-harm can be dangerous in itself, even if the individual has no wish to cause themselves significantContinue reading “Why People Hurt Themselves”

Passively Suicidal

Passive suicidal ideation is when someone thinks about or wishes for death without actually planning to end their life. Passive suicidal ideation is distinctly different from active suicidal ideation. Active suicidal ideation is when you think about specific ways in which to end your own life. Put simply, active suicidal ideation involves a plan to harm yourself, whereas passive suicidal ideationContinue reading “Passively Suicidal”

What is it like to survive a suicide attempt?

Survivors tell us what went through their minds in what they expected to be their final moments — and what it’s like to return to a life they tried to end. “I thought that my kids would be better off without me.” THE FIRST TIME Nancy Nettles tried to kill herself was on her 31st birthday.Continue reading “What is it like to survive a suicide attempt?”