New here, just saying hello

[Shaurii]

Hi, I just joined the forum and thought I would say hello, Im diagnosed BPD, anxiety disorder and anorexia nervosa. I just had a month stint in hospital but with support from my DH and family Im out again and my medication is stabilized. Im currently waiting on psychotherapy and possible psychoanalytic therapy.
Its nice not to feel so alone, I have found that in some Christian circles mental health issues arent really talked about. Fortunately my current pastor is fantastic and has been very supportive.
So hi all!!

 

[Jo1]

HI Shaurii nice to meet you i just met you on chat box should be going to bed in a bit husband wants to watch bit more snooker. feel free to pm me anytime if you want to chat.
god bless

 

[madison1101]

Hi there,
You are very perceptive to see that mental illness is sometimes not socially acceptable among believers in the Lord. That is such a shame that such a stigma exists in this day and age.

I applaud your working on getting better. Therapy and medication combine to make it possible for changes to take place. Good luck and God bless.

Hugs,
Trish

 

[shadowgem]

Hi,
Welcome - I'm glad you're getting support.

 

[Shaurii]

Thanks for the lovely welcome.
madison1101 - it is extremely sad that there is such a stigma, I myself don't care what people think of me. I only hope that by speaking out (as I feel the Lord has given me the peace and courage to do so) will help those still affected by the stigma. I have seen the good come from speaking out - I did some youthwork in Uganda and saw 5 boys come to the Lord after hearing my testimony and seeing the scars from my SI. It's always so touching to see God use the worst in us for his Kingdom

 

[madison1101]

Thanks for the lovely welcome.
madison1101 - it is extremely sad that there is such a stigma, I myself don't care what people think of me. I only hope that by speaking out (as I feel the Lord has given me the peace and courage to do so) will help those still affected by the stigma. I have seen the good come from speaking out - I did some youthwork in Uganda and saw 5 boys come to the Lord after hearing my testimony and seeing the scars from my SI. It's always so touching to see God use the worst in us for his Kingdom

Praise the Lord for your testimony and willingness to be honest. Scripture says that our past can be used to minister to others. (Can't think of the verse off the top of my head right now.)

When I was first diagnosed in 1990, there were few Christians working in mental health. I decided to pursue a career in it, and am in the process of changing careers as a result.

God bless your boldness and courage.

Hugs,
Trish

 

[Shaurii]

Trish, that is so fantastic to hear! I have met so few people in mental health who actually cared. I am fortunate enough to now have a fantastic psychiatrist (and the first one to actually give me a diagnosis and treatment plan) after many years of trying to fight the system, the system telling me there was nothing wrong with me.
I would love to know what verse that is if you think of it!!