Darcsunshine
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.
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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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Life is Precious but Always Remember..
Posted on 02 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Once Upon a Midnight Dreary, While I Pondered, Weak and Weary…
“Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there, wondering, fearing, doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before.” “I became insane,... Read more
Posted on 01 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Seeing the Positive in Being “different”
Posted on 01 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Seeing the Positive in Being “different”
Posted on 01 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Being Excluded Or Ostracized is an Invisible Form of Bullying
“Being excluded or ostracized is an invisible form of bullying that doesn’t leave bruises, and therefore we often underestimate its impact,” “Being excluded by... Read more
Posted on 01 March 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Can Benzodiazepines Ruin Lives?
I wrote this post a while back , but felt it did not get the attention is deserves. It could save lives instead of ruining them. If you do not take them on a... Read more
Posted on 27 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
S c h i z o p h r e n i a
Originally posted on Jill's Experiences with Mental Health , Stigma, Alzheimer's Disease, Grief Grieving serenade2seniors: With today’s... Read more
Posted on 27 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Our Family
I am referring to us! The Mental Health community. Lets stick together no mater how hard things get! Read more
Posted on 27 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Family Support
My 9 year old son made me a Mental health/Child abuse awareness bracelet! He knows about our family blog and is aware to some degree what it is about. Read more
Posted on 26 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Adam Levine Putting the Word out for ADHD!
Singer Adam Levine is helping to kick off an initiative to help motivate other adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder by sharing his own personal... Read more
Posted on 25 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Here’s to the Brave Knights!
“Childhood should be carefree, playing in the sun; not living a nightmare in the darkness of the soul.” ~Stay Strong~ Read more
Posted on 24 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Praise Them!
Posted on 24 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Praise Them!
Posted on 24 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Quotes for the Day: Food for Thought
“A Master Jedi feels emotions, but they do not allow them to influence their reasoning. Yoda told Luke that he would know the good from the bad when he was... Read more
Posted on 23 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Drug Addiction and Mental Health
In a dual diagnosis, both the mental health issue and the drug or alcohol addiction have their own unique symptoms that may get in the way of your ability to... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
The Red Beast~ Controlling the Anger in Children with Aspergers
Helping children learn to manage difficult emotions such as anger can be a challenge for all parents and particularly for those whose children fall within the... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Mistakes Are Past News
Sometimes… Sometimes doubt is the opposite of faith, but sometimes doubt can be a pathway to faith. Sometimes weakness is the opposite of strength, but sometime... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Don’t Judge What You Don’t Understand. I Am Here and I a...
Don’t judge what you don’t understand. I am here and I am alive. I may feel like hell but I am surviving. We are not alone! Read more
Posted on 22 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Sometimes It’s the Small Things That Matter
Sometimes it’s the small things in life that mean the most to us, particularly when we’re unwell. That perfect song that you relate to that gives you joy or... Read more
Posted on 21 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Own Your Pain
Posted on 21 February 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY