Can someone tell me how I can become a mental health first aider at my work. I have had mental health issues in the past so I feel I would have the understanding and experience to help others

Adderall takers, how did you ask your doctor to increase tour dosage? I took 20MG IR twice a day throughout college. Did work without it a year but needed it again. Got a new doc and am getting half that amount. I don’t want to seem like I’m drug seeking but it lasts such a shorter amount for me

I got married and do not have Marriage Certificate yet, so is Marriage Certificate mandatory for getting dependent VISA?

I'm a recent hire and have extreme anxiety about doing my current job. I'm wondering what my options are. I'm currently seeing a psychiatrist as a follow-up to a brief in patient stay I had before starting this job. However I haven't mentioned anxiety or job problems to her. If I go on leave, what kind of documentation or therapy is required? How long would I stay out? What would I tell my boss and teammates?

Hi there, is anyone on here from MHP North America? How is it going? Is the business strongly affected by Covid?
Thanks in advance

WHat are reasons that you've heard for partners not wanting patients to breastfeed?

For those who sit at a desk all day long, any advice on dealing with back pain? Open to products, exercise, tips/tricks, etc. thanks!

desperately need to talk to someone, I’m suicidal, if anyone has a couple minutes, it would mean the world to me, I promise im being genuine…

I wonder how many people are going to be hit with massive hospital bills as a result of COVID

Question for those with children and high deductible health plans & HSAs: are there still negotiated rates between the insurance company and providers that lower the costs drastically? I feel like i am wasting money paying $5k a year on health insurance, when i could pay $1k and put money in an investment vehicle of HSA.

An example is that my son was in an accident and...

I have a manager that does not seem to understand mental illnesses, disorders, etc. He thinks I am making excuses rather than trying to explain things (I have diagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and depression) and I’m trying to take ownership for issues but also help him understand what I am describing better as well. We are sitting down for a conversation later this week. Any advice on how to gently educate or help with his understanding of neurodivergence and other mental health considerations?

Any online retailers selling dumbbells? Need to lift weights in between all these meetings...

For those of you who have done therapy, how did you pick one given so much choice online. 29 years and beginning to realise that I’ll be unfulfilled /single until I work through my deep rooted issues.

Just discovering RSD after being diagnosed as an adult. I feel like SO MUCH of my life has been impacted by this and I just never had a name for it. At work if someone gives me negative or constructive feedback it can feel like a punch in the chest even if I know it's not personal. Makes romantic relationships so hard too. What do you do to handle it especially at work?

I created this group after battling with the school regarding my son’s behaviors in kindergarten. He had ADHD but was not yet diagnosed with autism. I requested an IEP and they determined he is on the autism spectrum. He’s wicked smart, but has sensory issues. After studying autism more, I realized I share many of his characteristics. I also have ADHD, which is controlled with medication. Any others out there who have or think they may have autism?

Looking for a good CBT therapist in SF. Any leads?

Feel like my life is at a standstill these days and I have nothing to look forward to.. feel far from Islam and unfortunately laziness and constant feelings of emptiness are keeping me far

Any recommendations on a great medspa in thr nova area?

It’s Black Friday, Costco website collapsed and I am thinking. Holy shit, is it because of sap ?

This bowl is soooo quiet. Is it because IFS is overworked or is it because no one cares?

I'm trying to learn more about how Slalom consulting is, especially in the healthcare space in DC. What's their model like? Salaries? Levels? Work life balance? Any insights appreciated. Thanks!

New to the bowl. Where is everyone from? Miami Fl here

How's EY in terms of pay. How much can we expect in terms of pay for 2yrs exp in testing from ey?

Trying to prioritize home improvement projects for my condo. Is exposed brick really a draw/differentiator? I kind of hate the way it looks (exposed brick on one wall in interior staircase with no windows/natural light). Should I cover it up, or will that hurt resale value?

Hello Everyone, i am working as a contractor with ZS and now i wanted to come to zs office. Will ZS reimburse all my expenses including travel and stay for a month.

How many people actually listen to call her daddy podcast? I keep looking around and can’t imagine my coworkers listening to this amazing podcast.

Any favorite IG/TikTok accounts that feature healthy recipes??

any tips for new guys in cloud and how to impress googlers?

Portugal vs Ghana

Wearing a 3 piece medium gray suit, white shirt, and lavender tie to my wedding. What accessories should I get to knock it out of the park?

Listing of firms that don’t offer lunch to their employees.

Is Tik Tok a bit young for 32?

Any particularly effective strategies to manage client asks to treat everything as a zero markup pass through?

Anybody in the PNW/remote looking for a junior/mid copywriter?

I have an interview with Korn Ferry for an associate principal role and am curious about others’ experiences have been with work-life balance here. Also, I have an idea of what I should be compensated in this type of role, but any insights on how they pay compared to others would be helpful. Are you traveling during the pandemic or have client interactions been virtual? Lastly, if you are a consultant here, are you on billable hours? My current consulting role is not - so this would be new.

Anyone have success with a job offer after being ghosted? I interviewed for a creative role with Disney last month.  My recruiter was very communicative at first, but now it's crickets.  I'm still an active candidate according to their online job portal, but 6 weeks seems like a long time for a decision.

Anyone go through chemo or have breast cancer and do a chemo pixie cut? looking to find a good salon to take a close friend who wants to cut hair in anticipation of chemo for a "chemo cut".

Looking to move to Cali - anyone know of any Finance Manager roles (5/6+ YOE) ? Preferably in one of the big names (FAANG), or mid size. If culture is great and hybrid flexibility there, that would be great!

Feel free to DM, happy to chat! Thanks!

Is feeling suicidal a reason to leave work early/call out sick in the morning?

Can anyone recommend a therapist who uses a secular Buddhist, contemplative psychology or jungian psychology framework? I want to start seeing one but it’s hard to know where to go.

At my health annual, a simple question “how are you feeling?” turned on Niagara Falls. No one ever asks how I’m doing w the intent to sincerely listen.
Prozac was prescribed. Therapist booked. 🤞🏻

Sunday Scaries are already in full swing and the sun hasn't even set yet 😓

Seeking benefit clarification - US Health Indursnce says “Employee cover starts frm $17.65 PCM w/ $400 per month contribution by employer”. What does this mean? Worried about mental health costs/srvcs

Anyone on here religious/spiritual? Praying helps me a lot - I had a dark day today and bolted out at lunch so I wouldn’t freak at work - I’ll be praying extra hard tonight.

Dad had to get emergency open heart surgery over the weekend. Now me and my family are preparing to help him recover and determine what those next steps are.

While all that is happening, we’re working on a huge initiative at the agency and our client has been super anxious about it. That anxiety is coming down stream so I’m trying to do my best as the PM to alleviate the team’s concerns.

And today, I found out I got a raise.

It’s too much going on the last few days.

has anyone been placed on a PIP after signing an ADA? i’m only 2 weeks into my accommodation...

Therapy’s too expensive, I’ve been sleeping way too much again (12 hours +) and still waking up tired while having no appetite to the point I’m losing too much weight. I know this isn’t right but I don’t know how to pick myself up.

This may be a long shot but recommendations for male therapists/counselors that take MetroPlus Health Plan insurance in Manhattan (close to/accessible from UES)? Or someone out of network &affordable?

Any tips on managing anxiety? It’s kind of snowballed since becoming a parent and I need to get a handle on it

My partner is suffering from really bad depression and anxiety and it's so hard to concentrate on work when my home life is what needs the most attention. Wish I could take time off to help make him better.

I had a day today where my mind was not functioning well. Stupid mistakes, lots of back and forth, etc. I got kicked off and account once for having a day like this, and I am sad and frustrated. (1/2)

Fake smiles. Fake smiles. Fake smiles.

How do you stop putting yourself down? I don’t mean to do it and it just comes out of my mouth and then I feel SO awk after.

Job technically allows for WFH - take about one a month because of debillitating anxiety and depression flare ups. I actually work too - I just can’t be around people.

Has anyone defined themselves by their passion for this industry so much so, that if they thought about doing something else they’d have no idea who they are anymore?

Does that even make sense?

Has anyone tried SAD lights/ light boxes for SAD? Do you find them effective?

My parents got incredibly angry and threatened to “end up in the hospital” and “disown” me after I told them I want to marry my partner, who comes from a different religion. My partner is amazing and I can’t imagine loving anyone this deeply, and feeling so safe with them. But I also love my parents and they’ve done so much for me. I don’t know how to cope with this.

Have any of you had to go through multiple different therapists and found one that you enjoy meeting with consistently? Hating myself rn but don’t want to talk to the one therapist i have met with 3x and not sure if the search is even that worth it ultimately. For those that couldn’t find a good match for a therapist - are there other methods of therapy you’ve tried or would recommend?