Fighting Goliath

  Bad Day Schizophrenia Bulletin, volume39. Issue 6, November 2013, Page 1173 http://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/sbt003               When I have a bad day or even a bad night, I try to reduce the triggers. I can name three off the top of my head: stress, hunger, and lack of sleep. If I made a Venn diagram they would all be in the middle because they coincide. For me bad days do happen but not all the time.             I do forget to eat sometimes which causes stress. Stress leads to seeing my cat where he isn’t. Now if you know about cats they can go all over the place, and sometimes they do things without myself knowing what exactly they are doing. Just the fact that I am questioning my senses makes me think I am in fact schizophrenic and I do not have special powers over my cat. However, special powers over my cat would be very helpful.    ...

  My Relationship With My Caregivers  Schizophrenia Bulletin , Volume 44, Issue 6, November 2018, Page 1172,  https://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/sbw170        I have had many positive influences in my life since my initial diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder. Mental health professionals, as well as family members have played an active role in my continuing recovery. In some instances, it has taken awhile for a relationship to form. I have had 4 or 5 psychiatrists and/or psychologists who have treated me. In the early days, I felt no connection with my therapist. Over time that changed as I found the ones who allow me to be myself.      Seeing the same therapist over a long period time has created trust and acceptance in our relationship. I have a friendly relationship with my therapists which goes a long way toward building trust. I have a regular schedule for seeing them, as well as getting bloodwork and meds. This routine helps m...