I paint my unreal world. During the holidays, one may deal with stress, personal grief, economic concerns, and illnesses of all kinds. People with schizo-affective disorder and mental health disorders may tend to distort reality at these times. It can cause a change in their perception of reality. Trapped by the hustle and bustle of the holidays, they find ways to channel their energy … Continue reading
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‘Autumn Rose’ Answer to Reader Question
Answer to Reader Question 3: Sherry- my mother’s doesn’t think I am sick. She wants me to get a job and DO SOMETHING WITH MY LIFE! I tell her that I’m trying my best and that I’m taking my meds and that I need more help. What can I do? My answer: Do you have … Continue reading
SHERRY GOES SANE Schizoaffective
Paranoia and Schizoaffective Disorder Answer to Reader Question from Allison- “How did you first become paranoid?” I can best describe how I became paranoid by saying I had a traumatic childhood. Because of the abuse I took from my step father, my mental system of dealing with pressure began to erode. I became an … Continue reading
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Schizoaffective experiences recorded Oregon State Hospital Doctor Mickey Stellavato I’m going to the Oregon State Hospital Museum. “Maybe I’m Crazy (lyrics from “Crazy,” by Gnarls Barkley) and “All She Wants To Do Is Dance,” by Don Henley, are playing on the radio. That means they know I am coming since I was out of my … Continue reading
My NAMI Anniversary
So happy to announce that I am celebrating my third year as a Lecturer volunteering in a psych ward for NAMI Multnomah and giving speeches in NAMI’s In Our Own Voice program.
My Interview- Jefferson Public Radio
I was honored and privileged to be interviewed on Jefferson Exchange/ Jefferson Public Radio by Geoffrey Riley. Listen to the radio interview here.
Northwest NAMI Walk May 18
The Northwest NAMI Walk on Saturday was a huge success. 3,000 walkers and 4,000 participants showed up in Portland to make a statement that no one should be ashamed that they have a mental illness and to make more programs for NAMI available. I was honored to be a part of this wonderful walk. I met … Continue reading
Northwest NAMI Walk
The Northwest NAMI Walk, May 18, 2014, starts at the East bank Esplanade 1 pm. in Portland, Oregon. Join us in making a statement that mental health matters and no one should be ashamed to ask for help. I will be a volunteer at the registration table.
North Star Author Event
I had a wonderful time giving my book talk to North Star Club House, yesterday afternoon. Thank you everyone for attending and thank you Brice Posin for hosting the event.
My Schizoaffective article
new link to my article Schizoaffective Disorder Schizoaffective Disorder occurs in 1 and 100 people. It was first diagnosed by Dr. Jacob Kasanin in 1933. Many people who have it are diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression because it is difficult to understand its symptoms. Over the last forty-six years I have … Continue reading
Arts and Writing by Sherry 