Tag Archives: causes

Tough Winter: Surprising Cause

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I have not blogged in a long time.  Here is why. I usually have challenges during the winter months because of the darkness and rain.  This past year from December until May was particularly bad for me. I ended up … Continue reading →

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WHY I BLOG and WHAT MOTIVATES ME

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I want to help bring mental illness out of the closet, into the open and into everyday conversations. I want to promote understanding that anyone can be effected, and that because of the stigmas attached to having mental problems we … Continue reading →

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Losing Myself in Depression

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

The past two weeks have been full of depression, not a fun time.  I wish I could figure out why my chemistry goes haywire.  When the depression takes over I do not feel present.  I lose who I believe I … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS THE REAL COST OF BULLYING CHILDREN

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I wrote this a number of years ago and the message rings true today as well. I think bullying could be why some kids turn to drugs and end up overdosing. I think juvenile suicide is often linked to being … Continue reading →

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