Darcsunshine
Description
I am a mother of 5 beautiful children. Four years ago I met my husband who served his country and now suffers from PTSD . He had two children from a previous marriage as did I. Since then we decided to have a child together which makes 5! It’s definitely challenging at times but the key is to work as a team. After I had my now 2 year old I have had a few health issues which can make things even harder. I have been suffering from Anxiety, Panic disorder, OCD , and depression since I was a little girl. Of course when I was younger I had no idea what was wrong with me. On top of all of that I developed a Chronic pain Illness as well. Now I have a son who suffers from some of the same symptoms that I experience . One of my other children suffers from ADHD . He struggles day to day but is making amazing progress. There are so many road bumps in our life that can trigger these Illnesses and I would like to touch base on some of these issues. I have researched everything from mental health disorders to parenting skills and so on. There will be information about parenting from time to time as well as mental health. In my life it is important for me to include the two…my mental health and my parenting. This blog is for all of those who need more information on their conditions or would like to contribute to the cause. The more we learn, the more we can try to live somewhat functional lives.
MY BLOGS
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Youth of a nation~Bent not broke
http://darcsunshine.wordpress.com/
Welcome to Youth of A nation! I am a mother of 5 beautiful children. Four years ago I met my husband who served his country and now suffers from PTSD . He had two children from a previous marriage as did I. Since then we decided to have a child together which makes 5! It’s definitely challenging at times but the key is to work as a team. After I had my now 2 year old I have had a few health issues which can make things even harder. I have been suffering from Anxiety, Panic disorder, OCD , and depression since I was a little girl. Of course when I was younger I had no idea what was wrong with me. On top of all of that I developed a Chronic pain Illness as well. Now I have a son who suffers from some of the same symptoms that I experience . One of my other children suffers from ADHD . He struggles day to day but is making amazing progress. There are so many road bumps in our life that can trigger these Illnesses and I would like to touch base on some of these issues. I have researched everything from mental health disorders to parenting skills and so on. There will be information about parenting from time to time as well as mental health. In my life it is important for me to include the two…my mental health and my parenting. I WANT TO MAKE THIS AN OPEN BLOG AS WELL. I can use your help by sending me your knowledge, Ideas and thoughts, quotes etc… Everything sent to me will get credit where credit is due. Please fell free to contact me. This blog is for all of those who need more information on their conditions or would like to contribute to the cause. The more we learn, the more we can try to live somewhat functional lives.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 444 )
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Your Life Journey
“Never give up. And most importantly, be true to yourself. Write from your heart, in your own voice, and about what you believe in. Read more
Posted on 19 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
The People Who Matter…
Please welcome our guest blogger Anastasia Brown. She is a dear friend and has been through so much in her life that she wanted to contribute to the cause. Than... Read more
Posted on 18 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Anxiety at It’s Best: Social Anxiety Awareness
“I am learning every day to allow the space between where I am and where I want to be to inspire me and not terrify me.” All day, every day, life is like... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
In the Shadows
Life is composed of lights and shadows, and we would be untruthful, insincere, and saccharine if we tried to pretend there were no shadows. Read more
Posted on 15 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
You Got Knocked Down, but You Got Back up
Posted on 14 March 2014
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Having a Parent with a Mental Illness
Originally posted on Jill's Experiences with Mental Health , Stigma, Alzheimer's Disease, Grief Grieving serenade2seniors: Having A Parent With A... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Anxious Prescription Addiction
No one decides to get addicted to prescription pain pills. So how does prescription painkiller abuse progress to full-blown opioid addiction? Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
In My World…
“With special-needs parenting, there are always more things you have to think about and more things you have to deal with and more things you’re going to end... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
A Small Contribution for Today
Sometimes in life there are people who try to bring you down or hurt can possibly hurt your feelings…silence is the best thing you can do. It’s called being th... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Are You Like Many Others Who Live with the Restrictive Illness of Agoraphobia?
Do you dread each day getting out of bed to face yet another day feeling there’s no point to the day when you are confined to the four walls around you? Read more
Posted on 10 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Chaos Sunday
Sundays are usually family days for me, but I always like to contribute something to Youth of a Nation. You are important too you know! Read more
Posted on 09 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Talking with an Introvert
I often find people get irritated with my style of speech. As an Introvert, I don’t talk to people that often. I only talk to the very few I love and trust. Read more
Posted on 08 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Mental Health Bloggers Widen Their Support Systems on WordPress.com
Originally posted on WordPress.com News: When we start a blog instead of simply keeping a private diary, it’s because we want to connect with others. When you... Read more
Posted on 08 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
My Glass Box
Originally posted on Born A Lemon: It is hard to explain to those without chronic pain what it is like. Others may get a cold or even the flu but it goes away... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
To Be Awesome and Truly Believe It
Whether you have low self-esteem, you’re introverted, highly sensitive, anxious, quiet, or just plain awkward, if you feel nervous and uncomfortable around othe... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
A Little Positive Wisdom
“Accept everything about yourself – I mean everything, You are you and that is the beginning and the end – no apologies, no regrets.” Henry A. Kissinger “I... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Hunter Hayes- Invisible
My daughter’s intelligent and caring friend brought this to my attention last night so I thought I would share it will all of you. Being a teenager isn’t easy! Read more
Posted on 05 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Ignorance Or Knowledge? What Do You Choose?
Is it “chosen” ignorance or a lack of knowledge, that which plagues humanity? Well, to be honest, it’s a little bit of both actually. Read more
Posted on 04 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Who Would We Be Today?
One of my philosophies is to always pick the choice that scares you a little. The status quo, the path of least resistance, the everyday routine — that stuff... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
My Son is Mentally Ill So Listen Up!
Here is the link to the article from CNN… http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2013/12/health/mentally-ill-son/ Read more
Posted on 02 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY
