Winter 2012
In This Issue:
Anosognosia versus denial, By Melissa Churly
Making sense of one of the most misunderstood symptoms Often mistaken for denial, anosognosia is a genuine inability to see that a problem exists. “In the case of denial, you actually know deep down that you have a problem but you can’t handle it, so unconsciously you forget or suppress that awareness,” says Xavier Amador, PhD. “Anosognosia is different. It’s a symptom of a number of different brain disorders that affect the frontal lobe of the brain. It’s an actual unawareness. You never knew you had a problem in the first place.”
Fighting the causes of sleep disruptions, by Michelle Morra-Carlisle
Many of us are sleep deprived; in the mental health community, it is unclear whether sleep disruptions are more frequent among people with schizophrenia or on par with the rest of the population. Michelle Morra-Carlisle takes a closer look at a condition that frequently plagues those with schizophrenia.
Fact versus fiction: Long-acting injectables, by Caitlin Crawshaw
Patients play a big role in their own recovery and must take their medication regularly, but life’s many distractions—travel, late nights at work, coming down with the flu—can make it easy to miss doses. This is why some patients and doctors choose long-acting injectables (LAIs) rather than oral medication.
Expanding your horizons - Using special interest courses to connect & grow, By Mary Medland
There are many options for people with schizophrenia to expand their horizons, to avoid being isolated, and to build personal relationships with others who have likeminded interests. And one of the most attractive choices is “enrichment” or “continuing education” classes.
Features:
Parenting with a mental illness, By Jennifer Pellegrini
Parenting is a tough job; it demands long hours, offers no pay, and it’s loaded with stress. It is especially difficult for parents who live with a mental illness. The everyday stresses of parenting—working, paying the bills, and running kids to and from activities—is often more than they can bear. SZ Magazine correspondent Jennifer Pellegrini shares insights from parents with a mental illness and their children.
Regular Columnists:
Living life
Left of the Dial, By Christina Bruni
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Those words come from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—one of the greats in my book.
Ask Dr Bob
Medication Balancing Act, By Robert Liberman, MD
Robert Liberman, MD, discusses the challenges of finding the optimal, balanced medication regimen.
Body Matters
Eating in a winter wonderland, By Peter Jaret
Ninety percent of Americans still don’t meet the minimum recommendation of eating two and a half or more cups of fruits and vegetables a day. Canadian health officials report that only about half of the population meets the target of eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. But helping yourself to plenty of produce is still just as important as ever.
More SZ:
Straight Talk
Welcome, 2012! By Bill MacPhee
Hear what is happening with SZ Magazine and Mental Wellness Today from Bill MacPhee
Mailbag
Read what our subscribers have to say about SZ Magazine
Developments
Read about new developments that are happening with Schizophrenia
Research
How medications come to be, By Patricia Jane Teskey
With each new medication for schizophrenia that arrives on the market, a wave of hope sweeps through the schizophrenia community. Will it be “the silver bullet”: the ultimate medication that will enhance quality of life, control the worst symptoms, be easy and convenient to take, and have no side effects?
Does schizophrenia begin in utero? By Marilyn Dickey
Genes associated with schizophrenia are activated in the brain before birth, according to a new study from Yale University.
Employment & Education
Get back to work-Tips on building your resumé, By Jennifer Pellegrini
Many people with mental illness feel doomed by their diagnosis, convinced they are destined to live a life of menial work and low pay because of their disability. But that doesn’t mean people who were on the fast track for a lofty career before they were derailed by schizophrenia should set aside their goals.
Recovery
Giving back, By Gord Howard
Jacob McGowen became an inspiration to others who share his diagnosis.
My Voice
Recovering through advocacy, By W. Kent Goddard
W. Kent Goddard is a big believer in peer counseling, and he’s worked hard to get the therapy tool recognized by the mental health community
My Story
Recovering together, By Brad Peters
Diana Guido knew that in order to help her son, she needed to help herself first.
Spreading the word, by Barb Joy
It doesn’t matter how the message gets out. In Joseph Peragine’s case, he’s using song to enlighten others about his illness.
Food
Mid-winter pleasures
Try one of these fabulous recipes for a tasty wintertime treat.
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