After his father was declared an enemy of the state in Uganda, his family fled. Now a successful consultant and men’s group leader, Kenny D’Cruz continues to heal from a life marked by persecution and mental illness.
The Discomfort of the Mirror: Silver Linings Playbook, Bipolar, and Me
May 17, 2013 By 4 Comments
Ryan W. Bradley squirms through a film about a man like he was, not long ago: undiagnosed, violent, and about to hit bottom.
Should You Tell Your Girlfriend, Wife, Partner, Family and Friends that You’re Suffering with Mental Illness?
May 13, 2013 By 21 Comments
Andy Behrman knows firsthand that for men, there are few things more taboo than admitting to mental illness.
The Politically Correct Terrorist
May 8, 2013 By 3 Comments
How do we define terrorism? Carl Pettit takes a closer look.
What Marijuana Means to Me
May 7, 2013 By 23 Comments
For Grace, marijuana represents the destruction of her family.
Where Does My Mental Illness End and “I” Begin?
May 5, 2013 By 2 Comments
Andy Behrman, aka Electroboy, wonders if you can ever truly be recovered from mental illness, or if you can only learn to cope with it on a daily basis.
Overcoming Fear and Learning to Live
April 19, 2013 By 1 Comment
Andrew Lawes knows how difficult it is to combat your fears. And how important it is.
Wolverine Attacked With Hairy Razor
April 14, 2013 By 3 Comments
Hugh Jackman is representative of the way male celebrities are treated by the media when they’re stalked.
Gun Control Bill Will Also Bring Mental Health Care Improvements
April 13, 2013 By 4 Comments
Unlike background checks or weapons bans, properly treating mental illness can prevent problems before a potential killer tries to buy a gun.
Pastor Rick Warren’s Son Committs Suicide
April 7, 2013 By 1 Comment
Matthew Warren struggled with depression and suicidal thoughts for most of his life.
What We Don’t Talk About When We’re Hurting (Photo)
March 17, 2013 By 3 Comments
Unlike when we break a bone, get stitches, or get the flu, here’s what we don’t say with mental health issues.
On Guns, Mental Illness and Addictions (Bulling Through)
March 4, 2013 By 11 Comments
Tim Lineaweaver gives an unflinching look at guns, PTSD, and addictions and one man’s struggles with the same.
Born to Be Abused [Trigger warning]
February 1, 2013 By 4 Comments
A lifetime of abuse makes one man call himself ‘disposable.’
The Violence of Homelessness: A Young Male Survivor’s Story [Trigger warning]
January 27, 2013 By 9 Comments
Mariel Hemingway’s New Documentary: Running From Crazy
January 23, 2013 By 3 Comments
Kevin DeSoto talks about his experiences working with Mariel Hemingway, and her groundbreaking film about mental illness.
Learning To Be Alone Again
January 12, 2013 By 4 Comments
After ten years of marriage, Nathan Graziano is finding being alone a different challenge from his old single days.
“When I went to forgive those who had bullied me in school, they had no idea what they had done to me.”
This is a comment by Anonymous on the post “Should We Forgive Apologetic Bullies?”