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Understanding Schizophrenia And Suicide `Disclaimer:` `In reference to Filipino "sensitivity", this can apply in some ways - maybe more on the Bipolar Depression side. Read at your own risk.` The reason for this post is to educate people about Schizophrenia and to clarify some misconceptions about "Suicide" as well as those who suffer from this illness. `U.S. National Library of Medicine describes schizophrenia this way:` `"Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that makes it hard to: Tell the difference between what is real and not real; Think clearly; Have normal emotional responses; Act normally in social situations."` I would strongly urge anyone who has a false idea of a schizophrenic person's ability to control their actions, thoughts, or emotions to read this.
Delusions Hallucinations Incoherence Hyperactive Behavior Flat Effect A person who is suffering from this often experiences these symptoms as a result of a "trigger", whether it is a loud noise that reminds them of aggression, or whether it is emotional reminding them of a traumatic childhood experience. It could be a feeling of not being loved even which sends them into a very self-destructive state of self-hate that often brings out the other personality that encourages them to kill themselves. Suicide is not always an act of being a coward or selfish. Sometimes it is the act of someone who is very sick, a sickness in the fact that they did not create, and often times do not acknowledge, nor can they control. These people are not "crazy". They are injured with scars deeper than can be imagined and in some cases memories buried so deep in their subconscious that they don't actually remember what happened to them. They do not need people to feel sorry for them, they need people to love them, to protect them, and to help them understand what they are going through. I have witnessed my own younger sister - my only sibling (she passed away 3 years ago in a mental institution). We have struggled with her, cried with her, and even begged the person who was not her (a different personality who did not recognize me) to bring her back to hear us. I, myself have been through the darkness as well. It is very real. How to deal with someone who is very "sensitive"?
Stay with them and be very patient, very sensitive to their sensitivities until they come to trust you enough, and then they will get stronger and you can relax more. It's a very hard and long road, so you need to know yourself well enough to determine if you have the backbone for it. **Being supportive does not eliminate the illness, but it strengthens them more so that the triggers are not quite as influential on them emotionally.**
I read a sad story yesterday about a teenager who committed suicide jumping off a freeway overpass. She was a straight-A student, a member of a competitive robotics team, and per family, friends, and other classmates were not only one of the smartest kids but also the happiest. After her death, a journal was found that showed the emotional opposite. She was completely lost in her own mind. Nobody made her feel small, unworthy, dumb, or in the way. Just that one monster in her head. Her. You don't even know what someone is going through. I suppose it's human nature to judge what we see, but if we look at ourselves in that position, how many of us can say that everyone really knows who we are? We all hold something back, insecurities, and sadness. Some of us might completely smile on the outside, but be lost to depression and self-hate on the inside. Be kind, it's really not that hard to do. People pray every single day for their loved ones to heal and survive. My heart breaks every time someone dies. Sometimes I don't even know them. If you or someone you know has an invisible illness (PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, etc.) **Never judge what you don't understand.**
**A bit of random "Bloghoundism" today:** I can smile because I've known sadness... I am tough because I've seen my pains... I am fearless (working on it) because I once was afraid...
Good afternoon, dear read.cash friends. Let's search for ways where we can be kind, and where we can shed a little light into this world. Take good care of yourselves too. It's a process. One love @Bloghound July 30, 2021 4:25 pm Philippines (All photos are my own and taken by me - unless otherwise stated)
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Thank you for writing about this, frend. I have people I know (not disclosing their identity) who undergoes depression. I am trying my best to be a solid support, though I really don't know what their burdens are.
Thank you to you too, Snappy. Just don't get tired of loving them. They need it most. Hugs.
I am so so so sorry to hear about your sister. I can only imagine the pain that you and your family must have went through. I know that the pain will never go away, but I am hoping that you are able to still live happily despite it all. **trigger warning here of suicide attempt** I find this article so relatable. I remember the times were I struggled so bad with depression. Everyone thought I was tired only because of the school works but I was tired of living. They did not know it until I had my wrist slashed open dizzy of blood loss. *** To be honest I do not know what else I can say as your article is well-written. Hopefully, many people will see this and be open about what you are telling them. I am wishing for you and your family the strength to continue living despite the loss you have experienced.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Zehra. Should you ever feel alone, just remember this random read.cash user down in the farm has your back. Hehe. Good afternoon, sis :)
Not all happy are really happy.. Sometimes it's our way to mask our real emotions. . It's just so sad that we can't know the real emotions of someone to avoid bad things to happen.. Even here in HK, many teenagers are committing suicide because of this kind of illness.. Sorry again for your loss..
Thank you, sis. You too, take care of yourself out there. Xoxo
Sorry to hear about your loss. As one who had and is suffering from anxiety and depression, I can only say that people don't really understand us. The compassion we need is being deprived from us and even called crazy, selfish and others.. for people out there, it doesn't make you less of a person to be kind and say kumuzta ka sincerely
I like that, sis! Sometimes, a simple hello already makes a huge difference. How are you, sis?
I've watched a movie who's protagonist is Gerald Anderson which suffering from Schizophrenia, he's having delusion since he was in accident. He thought that a girl save him which roled by Pia Wurtzbach, from watching that movie I've learn something about this illness and it won't cured by medication but it needs deeper attention and the person who's experiencing this must treat physiologically and support from family and friends.
I haven't seen this movie po. Maybe gonna check it out. Thank you. But, yeah. Love and attention is the greatest of all.
In this day and age, people are not mentally fit anyway and mental illnesses are on the rise. Many people do not even know that they are not mentally fit.
I so agree with you, mariteen. Seems like people these days are prone to depression.
hugs sis a super tight hug because i can feel the sadness here
Hugs back, sis!
XOXOXO yung turtle natin at snail lagi na sila present hahaha
huwawwwww
Everyone one as one challenges or the other, what I just have at the back of my mind is whatsoever challenges am facing in life suicide is not the way out than for me to confront it and conquer it
Indeed, sister!
Big and small problem, is still a problem. Let's help each other lift up and feel positive don't ever say bad things to someone especially to those who's already in pain. Spread happiness from yourself. Let's save one person from commiting suicide. Schizophrenia is a new word to me. I'll take a note for this thank you
Maraming salamat, Snail. Xoxo.
Bear hugs sis, and i love that Bloghoundism❤
Back at ya, sis. Thank you!!
This is a serious matter ..and some out there don't believe in this kind of thing..but they are very wrong ..It's true and I've suffered from it..and survived it.. Sana maisaulo ng lahat ung lesson dito na huwag mong husgahan ang hindi mopa nakikita .
Wen, ading. Imbag masurvive mo.
Wen kailangan tanu madi ay nabagtit nak
Imbag ta adda read cash ken noise, ading. I fully understand.
Oo nga po ..napakalaking tulong
Keep it up, ading!
People go through a lot. They wear clothes to cover all the aches and pains they feel. Depression is one thing that should be avoided as much as possible. Unfortunately, many youths are keeping too many pains and shames and would rather take actions that become detrimental to their lives. Some of the losses we experience in society are pretty much avoidable.
It's sad and it's happening silently, Pearlkel. I hope all is well with you, my friend.
I am hale and hearty my dear friend @bloghound. I like the way you write and I hope to keep coming around. Many thanks for the sponsorship. I appreciate it a lot.
Nice o meet you again, my friend. Thank you very much!
I have a friend now who is currently experiencing such syndrome, he is in the US Navy and almost end his life early this year, glad his wife found him when he was about to do so , is it the same or being sensitive is schizophrenia. Hehe
Pag Schiz kasi parang split personality mo yun. A very different person, Carewind. Sensitive eh, emotions lang pero alam nya na sya pa din yung person na yun.
Ahh, me mga ganun talaga yung parang di sila yun open minded sa iba., Self centered kumbaga, tama ba sis?
Ibang persona sa iisang katawan. Parang yung telenovela sa Gma7 yung kay Ken Chan na Dalawang Ikaw or search mo yung movie na Split
Ahh, hirap pala nyan sis., Basta paramg may anu pala yan sis yung minsan sinusumpong.,
yes po ganun po
I've been in that situation where I feel like darkness wants to take over me. The feeling when you're so happy enjoying the moment with friends then later on everything feels so down. There was darkness hiding behind those sweetest smiles 🙂
Glad you overcome na, sis. Hugs to you!
People with this kind of disease should not be left alone because he or she is sensitive since he or she cannot recognize anyone. The fact remains that, some people who has suffered for this kind of illness has overcome it. These people can always do what is in their mind. This is why we must stay with them at all cost.
Well said, cool08! Thank you, my friend.
I am not sure why I am afraid of them, maybe because I am an empath and I feel their emotions? I totally agree we should try to be more understanding and patient to those who have suffered a lot and be just thankful that we are not in their place.
I am an empath, sis. You definitely are one too!
Yes sis and it is not easy :) It is both a blessing and a curse.
I'm working to be fearless because I once was afraid. Thank you so much for your thoughts Ms. Bloghound, for spreading a fact that everyone should be sensitive and kind because no matter how happy a peson on the outside is, we never really know what sadness resides inside. Huggggsssss
Hugs back at ya, Mura! Xoxo. Thank you!
Take you for sharing such an article! I think this is the time that Filipinos and everyone should understand such circumstances and problems that these people have been experiencing. Indeed, they needed the utmost care and priority more than anything else. The first step is to understand them more than ever. Seek professional help and keep going. Kaya po yan, tiwala lang!
I am really thankful that I don't suffer from this kind of sickness or phenomenon in my life. May the Lord heal those of this kind.
Let me huggg youuu for a minute Bloghound 🤗 tap tap tap ( me tapping your back) 🥰 We all have this so-called dark and scary experiences in life. Let us all be brave enough to face those fears. We can overcome it !
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