Day 67 – Lifelong Autism Spectrum & Mental Health Awareness Autism is often described in childhood terms – early diagnosis, support at school, and how children navigate the world differently. But autism is lifelong. It does not end at 18,…

Day 66 – Hoarding Disorder: Beyond the Clutter When people hear the word “hoarding,” they often picture television shows where homes are filled to the ceiling with objects. While those images grab attention, they often miss the deeper truth: hoarding…

Day 65 – Cyclothymia: Understanding the Shifts Beneath the Surface When we hear about mood disorders, bipolar disorder often comes to mind first. It is widely discussed, sometimes even misrepresented in films or TV. But there is another condition that…

Day 64 – Avoidant & Dependent Personality Disorders When people hear the words personality disorder, they often imagine something extreme or dangerous. The reality is that personality disorders are patterns of thinking and behaving that make everyday life much harder.…

Day 63 – Borderline Personality Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder, often referred to as BPD, is one of the most widely misunderstood mental health conditions. It is often portrayed in damaging ways, through stereotypes that paint people as manipulative, dangerous, or…

Day 62 – Depersonalisation–Derealisation Disorder Most people have moments when the world feels strange or dreamlike. It might happen after too little sleep, during intense stress, or when caught in a difficult conversation. For people living with depersonalisation–derealisation disorder (DDD),…

Day 61 – Dissociative Identity Disorder When most people hear the words “Dissociative Identity Disorder” (DID), their minds often jump to stereotypes built by films and TV dramas. Characters with “multiple personalities” are painted as dangerous, unpredictable, or untrustworthy. These…

Day 60 – Schizophrenia: Understanding Reality Perception and Support When was the last time you questioned what was real? For most of us, reality is shared; we agree on what we see, hear, and feel. But for someone living with…

Day 59 – Psychosis: Breaking the Myths Psychosis is a word that carries fear, misunderstanding, and stigma. For many, it brings to mind dramatic movie portrayals of violence or “losing touch with reality.” These stereotypes are not only inaccurate, they…