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Re: Do you have a mental illness? - September 8th 2012, 06:22 AM
Have you had a mental illness?
- Yes, I am diagnosed with Bi-Polar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD. I'm in remission of Anorexia and Self Harm.

Have you faced any discrimination for being mentally ill?
- Constantly. Especially from family. I live in a family that doesn't believe in mental health. I also have friends who see me as having too much baggage. I get asked "why can't you just be happy" all the time.

Are there any positive things you have learned from having a mental illness?
- Shoot! So many things have happened to make me a better person because of this.