mental illness

The Face Of Mental Illness
The Face Of Mental Illness

The Face Of Mental Illness

I am so thrilled to have Brianna back in my vehicle for another episode of Parking With MF. You probably remember this incredible young woman from a previous video on mental health and today she is sharing her story as a suicide attempt survivor. https://www.facebook.com/MichelleFerrericom/videos/482506862555925/   Thank you so much for watching and sharing. Mental

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June 27, 2019

What It’s Like To Live With Cerebral Palsy, Anxiety, And Depression

What It’s Like To Live With Cerebral Palsy, Anxiety, And Depression

 Some people have more resilience than others. Understanding why allows us to be more compassionate. This week’s episode of Parking With MF looks into Emily Caddigan’s life and what her medicine is to get through the day! Last week’s episode: How One Decision Can Change A Family Forever As always, thank you to our sponsor

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February 8, 2019

Hitting Back At Mental Illness

Hitting Back At Mental Illness

Mental health unites and divides us all. It’s a disease of the brain and it does not discriminate again anyone. In this week’s episode of Parking With MF, I have Brianna Hamilton and Sarah Ross in my Dodge Ram to talk about how mental illness has affected their lives and what they are doing to “hit

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August 2, 2018

A Mom’s Story About Youth Suicide

A Mom’s Story About Youth Suicide

This is an intense and uncomfortable topic, but we can all learn from Leah’s story in this week’s episode of Parking With MF. Before watching this video, be aware this may be a trigger for those dealing with mental illness and suicide. Please watch this video with a friend or loved one. Related: The Worst Day

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June 7, 2018

Allie’s Anorexia Story: The Demon Who Took My Daughter

Allie’s Anorexia Story: The Demon Who Took My Daughter

Thank you to everyone who read, shared and commented on the post “Dear MF: Anorexia Could Kill My Daughter”.  A special thank you to Allie’s Mom for sharing her powerful and gut wrenching story. Eating disorders are very real and absolutely terrifying. When I read that letter from Allie’s Mom ( “Allie” is a pseudonym),

Letters To MFParenting

September 14, 2015

Dear MF: Anorexia Could Kill My Daughter

Dear MF: Anorexia Could Kill My Daughter

Four million children and adolescents in this country suffer from a serious mental disorder that causes significant functional impairments at home, at school and with peers. Of children ages 9 to 17, 21 percent have a diagnosable mental or addictive disorder that causes at least minimal impairment. Quote taken from NAMI to learn more about

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September 7, 2015