orrbefore

orrbefore last signed in Oct 05 2009 and has been on Bukisa since Dec 26, 2008.

About Me:

I have been a Registered Nurse, certified in the specialty of Psychiatric nursing, for over 25 years, and maintain a profound interest in improving the status of those diagnosed with mental illness, their treatment both medical and by society at large, and the quality of their lives. Happily married, I have raised a beautiful daughter to adulthood, and am now raising my 8 year old son, who is the joy of my life and truly a gift from God. I have been an avid reader for as long as I can remember being alive, and have always been interested in writing poetry and short stories. Currently back in school working on an additional degree, I have found that I also enjoy writing non-fiction articles.

Electroshock therapy: A treatment That Saves Lives

Published January 08, 2009 /

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As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse, I assist in providing ECT treatments on a regular basis on the inpatient psychiatric unit where I am employed, and over the past 20 years in which I have specialized in psychiatric and mental health nursing, I have seen a resurgence of this particular form

The Financial Implications of an Acute Manic Episode in Bipolar Disorder: And How to Recover

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

Individuals with Bipolar disorder frequently, in the midst of an acute manic episode, create financial disasters for their families. Here is the story of my recent episode, along with suggestions for how to prevent future such expenditures.
Confessions of a Novice ( and Envious) Knitter

by orrbefore | in Hobbies & Crafts > Crafts

This could be titled how to develop a new craft obsession....What happens when someone who admires beautiful knitted garments finally learns how to knit even a simple scarf? A new yarnaholic is born.
I have a Dream

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

When will discrimination against mental illness end? When will mental illness no longer be differentiated from other medical illnesses?
Portrayal of God in Islam, Judaism and Christianity: The Relationship Between God and Humanity

by orrbefore | in Religion & Spirituality > Religion

A comparative look at the foundations of three major religions.
Homelessness and Mental Illness: Do We Accept the Myth?

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

The vast number of mentally ill individuals who are homeless are not so by choice, contrary to the myth that is so often repeated, rather their symptoms prevent them from making appropriate decisions due to paranoid or delusional beliefs.
Internet Safety- How can you tell who your children are being exposed to on-line?

by orrbefore | in Family > Family Health & Safety

Applications and gadgets are wonderful, but nothing beats parental involvement and supervision for maintaining the safety, both online and off, of our children.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Is it Trendy, or Does it Work?

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or DBT, uses mindful awareness to assist an individual to modify learned negative emotions, and to balance acceptance with change.
Coping with the Holidays During an episode of depression or other mental illness

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

The holiday season can be stressful and difficult for everyone; even more so for those suffering from a mood disorder or other mental illness.
Writing Your Way through a Depressive Episode

by orrbefore | in Health & Nutrition > Mental Health

Can writing, and sharing, your experiences of depressive symptoms be helpful?