Re: Do you have a mental illness? -
March 23rd 2009, 10:46 PM
I've been diagnosed as both depressed and PPD. (psychopathic personality disorder) And I find both hilarious. Mental "illness" is a perspective. You know the old saying, "The difference between sanity and insanity depends which side of the glass window you're standing on." While I'm sure many of you feel that your disorders are serious issues that you have been stricken with because of genetics, atmosphere, or personal experience, there's nothing that can't be overcome with will power.
I got over my depression by setting out some goals that actually mattered to me. It wasn't easy, but I got it done. You all can too. I've had a doctor look me in the eyes and call me a Sociopath, and to be honest, it hurt. But it was also extremely funny because I didn't care.
Label and diagnose away, in my opinion. I'm still happy and nothing can change that.
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