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Depression Is Kicking My Ass

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Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. today. ❤️ .⠀ #IHaveADream #MLK #MLKDay #MLKDay2020 #Dikma (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7iwdrCnJWl/?igshid=gfzhyfdvpswi

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ What is the texture/taste of your favorite food? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7YYL27nH8z/?igshid=12r34j51aywn9

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Most of us never learn that by blaming other people or circumstances outside of ourselves for how we feel or for the life we’ve created, we are literally giving away our personal power to find peace, happiness and true love. If we sincerely want to free ourselves from suffering and to create a fulfilling life that we enjoy, each of us is called to accept one hundred percent responsibility for our lives in their entirety. ~ @blakebauer .⠀ #YouWereNotBornToSuffer (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByPy4qQnig7/?igshid=1dqzibrzo337n

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ Which do you prefer - shower or bath? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByNJ-sjn7rg/?igshid=crox85eoh9xv

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🇺🇸Happy Memorial Day!🇺🇸 . In honor of all the veterans and the active service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect the freedom we enjoy - thank you for all you do! . #DIKMA #MemorialDay2019 #MemorialDayWeekend2019 #LandOfTheFree #HomeOfTheBrave #America #GodBlessAmerica🇺🇸 #ThankAVeteran #Veterans #ActiveDuty #ThankYouForYourService (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx9trwGHkkx/?igshid=sdqvd8qlself

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ What is your favorite comfort food? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx9r8VEnyH6/?igshid=8ssnfph6leyb

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💚Show your support, raise awareness - #GoGreen today!💚 . #GoGreen2019 #GetYourGreenOn #DIKMA #StopTheStigma #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxzi1y9nAas/?igshid=2v0g4rgxe8is

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ What is something you love doing? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxziLHgneBq/?igshid=17fm6vlowvfrk

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WHAT IS OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational, excessive urges to do certain actions (compulsions). Although people with OCD may know that their thoughts and behavior don't make sense, they are often unable to stop them. . Symptoms typically begin during childhood, the teenage years or young adulthood, although males often develop them at a younger age than females. More than 2% of the U.S. population (nearly 1 out of 40 people) will be diagnosed with OCD during their lives.  . SYMPTOMS OF OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD) Most people have occasional obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors. In an obsessive-compulsive disorder, however, these symptoms generally last more than an hour each day and interfere with daily life. . Obsessions are intrusive, irrational thoughts or impulses that repeatedly occur. People with these disorders know these thoughts are irrational but are afraid that somehow they might be true. These thoughts and impulses are upsetting, and people may try to ignore or suppress them. . Examples of obsessions include: . --Thoughts about harming or having harmed someone --Doubts about having done something right, like turning off the stove or locking a door --Unpleasant sexual images --Fears of saying or shouting inappropriate things in public . --Compulsions are repetitive acts that temporarily relieve the stress brought on by an obsession. People with these disorders know that these rituals don't make sense but feel they must perform them to relieve the anxiety and, in some cases, to prevent something bad from happening. Like obsessions, people may try not to perform compulsive acts but feel forced to do so to relieve anxiety. . Examples of compulsions include: . --Hand washing due to a fear of germs --Counting and recounting money because a person is can't be sure they added correctly --Checking to see if a door is locked or the stove is off --"Mental checking" that goes with intrusive thoughts is also a form of compulsion . SOURCE: www.nami.org . #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopStigma #OCDAwareness (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxeus6oHuA4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xspe5zd05hd1

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ Which one gives you the most joy: puppies or kittens or both? ☺️ ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxeuhNyHVly/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=wbuoxkl6a3ul

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WHAT IS AN EATING DISORDER When you become so preoccupied with food and weight issues that you find it harder and harder to focus on other aspects of your life, it may be an early sign of an eating disorder. Studies suggest that 1 in 20 people will be affected at some point in their lives. Ultimately without treatment, eating disorders can take over a person’s life and lead to serious, potentially fatal medical complications. Although eating disorders are commonly associated with women, men can develop them as well. . SYMPTOMS OF AN EATING DISORDER Eating disorders are a group of related conditions that cause serious emotional and physical problems. Each condition involves extreme food and weight issues; however, each has unique symptoms that separate it from the others. . --Anorexia Nervosa. People with anorexia will deny themselves food to the point of self-starvation as they obsesses about weight loss. With anorexia, a person will deny hunger and refuse to eat, practice binge eating and purging behaviors or exercise to the point of exhaustion as they attempts to limit, eliminate or “burn” calories. . --Bulimia Nervosa. People living with bulimia will feel out of control when binging on very large amounts of food during short periods of time, and then desperately try to rid themselves of the extra calories using forced vomiting, abusing laxatives or excessive exercise. This becomes a repeating cycle that controls many aspects of the person’s life and has a very negative effect both emotionally and physically. . --Binge Eating Disorder (BED). A person with BED losses control over their eating and eats a very large amount of food in a short period of time. They may also eat large amounts of food even when he isn't hungry or after he is uncomfortably full. This causes them to feel embarrassed, disgusted, depressed or guilty about their behavior. A person with BED, after an episode of binge eating, does not attempt to purge or exercise excessively like someone living with anorexia or bulimia would. A person with binge eating disorder may be normal weight, overweight or obese. . SOURCE: www.nami.org . #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopStigma (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxcOomxnTxR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=181ax4n9jw95w

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ What feels good about your body today? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxcOfxznwSB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lqagvew5pkr1

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WHAT IS ANXIETY We all experience anxiety. For example, speaking in front of a group can make us anxious, but that anxiety also motivates us to prepare and practice. Driving in heavy traffic is another common source of anxiety, but it helps keep us alert and cautious to avoid accidents. However, when feelings of intense fear and distress become overwhelming and prevent us from doing everyday activities, an anxiety disorder may be the cause. . Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. An estimated 40 million adults in the U.S. (18%) have an anxiety disorder. Meanwhile, approximately 8% of children and teenagers experience an anxiety disorder. Most people develop symptoms before age 21. . SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY Anxiety disorders are a group of related conditions, each having unique symptoms. However, all anxiety disorders have one thing in common: persistent, excessive fear or worry in situations that are not threatening. People typically experience one or more of the following symptoms: . Emotional symptoms: --Feelings of apprehension or dread --Feeling tense or jumpy --Restlessness or irritability --Anticipating the worst and being watchful for signs of danger . Physical symptoms: --Pounding or racing heart and shortness of breath --Sweating, tremors and twitches --Headaches, fatigue and insomnia --Upset stomach, frequent urination or diarrhea . SOURCE: www.nami.org . #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopStigma ‪#DIKMA #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness2019 #StopTheStigma‬ #AnxietyAttack (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxZ12K-nbCZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=u88fwlbk3ey6

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ What kind of music do you get lost in? ~JT 💚🤟 -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxZ1pvhHarn/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ihfuomsgoskk

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💐Happy Mother’s Day!💐 . #HappyMothersDay❤️ #MothersDay2019 (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxXJI1YBWif/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ed86j5b2vq78

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❓TODAY’S QUESTION❓⠀ Who can you freely express yourself to? ~JT 💚🤟⠀ -⠀ #AweManac #JillBadonsky #JournalPrompt #CreativeBoost #MiracleMorning #DIKMA @JillBadonsky (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxXIqQAB5j5/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=12mmo3ztr4s8g

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WHAT ARE DISSOCIATIVE DISORDERS Dissociative disorders are characterized by an involuntary escape from reality characterized by a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness and memory. People from all age groups and racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds can experience a dissociative disorder. . It’s estimated that 2% of people experience dissociative disorders, with women being more likely than men to be diagnosed. Almost half of adults in the United States experience at least one depersonalization/derealization episode in their lives, with only 2% meeting the full criteria for chronic episodes. . The symptoms of a dissociative disorder usually first develop as a response to a traumatic event, such as abuse or military combat, to keep those memories under control. Stressful situations can worsen symptoms and cause problems with functioning in everyday activities. However, the symptoms a person experiences will depend on the type of dissociative disorder that a person has. . Treatment for dissociative disorders often involves psychotherapy and medication. Though finding an effective treatment plan can be difficult, many people are able to live healthy and productive lives. . SYMPTOMS OF DISSOCIATIVE DISORDERS Symptoms and signs of dissociative disorders include: . --Significant memory loss of specific times, people and events --Out-of-body experiences, such as feeling as though you are watching a movie of yourself --Mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and thoughts of suicide --A sense of detachment from your emotions, or emotional numbness --A lack of a sense of self-identity . The symptoms of dissociative disorders depend on the type of disorder that has been diagnosed. . SOURCE: www.nami.org . #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopStigma ‪#DIKMA #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness2019 #StopTheStigma‬ (at Fulton, Missouri) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxUg3mgB-EF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=fpd81nyrxo1n