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Amy I am interested in reading these articles, but there seems to be a problem with the links. Its not working! can you please fix them? TIA
4 hours ago
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“Depression is among the most treatable of psychiatric illnesses. Between 80 percent and 90 percent of people with depression respond positively to treatment, and almost all patients gain some relief from their symptoms. But first, depression has ...
6 hours ago
Amy K added a discussion to the group Pregnancy
Is it safe to drink tea during pregnancy? My first thought would be yes, especially if you were to make sure it was decaffeinated...but the answer to that question actually seems to be more complex... Are you aware that Green Tea can have negative...
7 hours ago
Great information and ideas! Thank you so much for contributing to this discussion. I love what you have shared with us.
8 hours ago
You should add a twitter widget to this page and follow the @WEGOHealth account!
15 hours ago
Being mindful opens the door to experiencing life (every moment) in a new way! Along with constantly making mindfulness present in my day I try to begin each day emptying my mind, thinking of nothing but the sound of my breathing for about 5 or 6 ...
19 hours ago
Jack Barrette and Amy K are now friends
yesterday
Amy K added a discussion to the group Depression & Anxiety
What do you know about PTSD? It's been in the news a lot recently, especially in the mental health headlines. Is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder something only the military struggle with? What are your views on this disorder? Opinions? Biases? Do y...
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I am a 33 year old, married mother of 2 children. I am seeking to provide support and information to those who are challenged with Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Fatigue, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to name a few. I also have a passion for Suicide Prevention.

ETC.



Please see my RSS feed for my primary blog on the left side of this page! Or you can visit my blog Una Vita Bella here!

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Amy K

Online Screeing Tools for Depression and Anxiety

“Depression is among the most treatable of psychiatric illnesses. Between 80 percent and 90 percent of people with depression respond positively to treatment, and almost all patients gain some relief from their symptoms. But first, depression has to be recognized.” AFSP (emphasis mine)

Recognizing depression...doesn't sound like it should be so difficult, but the reality is that it can be quite a challenge, especially when you are the one suffering.… Continue

Posted on November 14, 2009 at 11:33pm —

Amy K

Beyond Morning Sickness

Common knowledge is the term “morning sickness” and common is the woman who deals with it at some point in her pregnancy... But how common is the woman who deals with the more severe cases of NVP (nausea and vomiting of pregnancy) and then suffers further to the classification of hyperemesis gravidarum?

NVP (Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy) is stated in one source to occur in as many as 75-80% of pregnancies with up to 15… Continue

Posted on November 13, 2009 at 2:26pm —

Amy K

Weighing the Options: Taking Prescription Medications During Pregnancy

It seems to be common knowledge that most medications are off limits for women during pregnancy. Yet, it is also quite apparent that there are often medical conditions that need attention during a pregnancy that may require a woman to asses the risks vs. the benefits and sometimes make the decision to take a prescription medication despite any potential risks. How do we go about doing this? How does a woman put her mind at ease when confronted with these scenarios? What kinds of chances are we t… Continue

Posted on November 7, 2009 at 9:00pm — 1 Comment

Amy K

Being Mindful

Have you noticed the sound of the Fall leaves crunching underfoot today? Did you experience your morning coffee, or did you simply gulp it down to get the caffeine going? Did you notice what your spouse, children or loved one was wearing today? How about in this moment...what noises do you hear, any smells in the air, how does the chair feel that you are sitting in? If you are anything like me, so much of your day might be spent in auto-pilot, going through the motions, without actually experien… Continue

Posted on November 4, 2009 at 5:47pm — 3 Comments

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At 1:18pm on November 13, 2009, gtherrien said…
TX for the Tweet. I'm please to see that you have a passion for suicide prevention. It's my case too. To years ago I worked as communication coordinator for the Quebec association for suicide prevention (www.aqps.info).
At 12:31am on November 4, 2009, Paul Callahan said…
Thanks for the "Tweet!" ;) Lator Gator!
At 1:14pm on October 31, 2009, Paul Callahan said…
I never see you post on Facebook anymore, so I figured I'd find you here. My old profile got deleted, so I had to start over. How are you doing... How's your family?
At 10:07am on October 31, 2009, Paul Callahan said…

BOO!
At 12:24am on October 31, 2009, onetosix said…
Sure thing, Amy. Catch up on One to Six soon-we have you posted as a link to both our blog and website!!
It's all in connection with mental health awareness, suicide, suicide survivors and breaking the stigma attached to it. The name of our group is inspired from the statistic that for every one suicide, six people are effected by it. The documentary, One to Six, will be released soon. We'll be sure to keep you posted!
By the way, how was your walk for AFSP?
At 7:16pm on October 30, 2009, onetosix said…
Thank you so much for introducing us to this site, Amy. It's a wonderful forum. Let us know if we can help you with any of your projects! :)
At 2:08pm on October 30, 2009, A. James Hillelson (Jim) said…
Oh, Amy... I was born and raised in Kansas City, Mo. I lived right above the Plaza Area until I was 17 years old, graduated from High School and began my life's journey by heading off to Colorado. My favorite state. I used to visit KC 2-3 times a year, but now all my family members have passed, so I only go up once in awhile to visit friends. Perhaps we'll meet in person one of these days!

Sorry for the addition, but I didn't want to forget to share with you.
At 2:06pm on October 30, 2009, A. James Hillelson (Jim) said…
Amy, I want to publically thank you for your warm welcome. I appreciate it and feel very grateful to meet people who are understand and who want to promote the awareness of Chronic Illness/Chronic Pain. As a personal advocate for those who are seeking disability, I have found the greatest satisfaction of my life. I am always in the process of reinventing my life since I became disabled 8 years ago. I had to leave a career that I loved in the hotel business as a General Manager/Mangement Trainer that I had been involved for over 30 years. I did take a sabatical for 3 years to complete a 4 year seminary to become an ordained Interfaith Minister about 15 years ago. I have also had to retire due to my health from any church Pastoring, but I continue my service as an advocate and as a counselor for those suffering with PTSD-Anxiety/Panic Attacks and the reinventing of lives who are disabled.

Just a little more about me to share as we begin to get to know one another. Please share with me, as I hope everyone will, to let me know about your lives. Be sure to include your life passions and interests.

Until later!

May you be blessed well!
At 12:07am on October 23, 2009, RonPrice said…
Thanks, Amy, I drop in here occasionally. I am registered at 100 mental health, BPD, depression and affective disorder sites and, since there is a life off the internet, I can only get here very occasionally---usually in response to someone's request.-Ron
At 3:00am on October 21, 2009, RonPrice said…
Hello, Amy, from Tasmania Australia
 
 
 

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