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Mental Illness is a Surmountable Obstacle

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Originally posted on Write into the Light:
~ Guest post by Jackie Cortez According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 4 people suffer from mental illness. And while treatment is available, it’s often underutilized. For many people, mental illness…

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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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BIPOLAR EPISODE IN REAL TIME : Right now!

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Yes I am in the mist of an episode right this minute. I have been manic most of the last few days. This blog will probably not be my best writing, because I am having problems focusing and organizing my … Continue reading →

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Having Courage To Speak Out Was Scary… But Necessary

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

After finishing my first  published blog today I went poking around to see how things worked.  I saw where I could immediately connect to Face Book and I tried and got there fine.  Then I saw Face Book  down below. … Continue reading →

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