A variety of personal experiences, poems, art, and stories submitted by consumers and families. Published by the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Santa Cruz County, California.

Janet Frame, the noted New Zealand author, was devastated by her experiences in a psychiatric hospital.

Taken to Bellevue Hospital for evaluation, he wrote on the admittance form: 'Pianist and composer of over 1,000 songs.' To which the attending doctor wrote, 'delusions of grandeur' and put him in a straitjacket.

A unique resource for an inside look at mental disorders from the viewpoint of a sufferer. Includes on-line novels, personal journal, original lyrics, poetry and music.

Concerns finding self improvement, respect, esteem, confidence, discipline, a positive attitude and oneself.

Story of author's escape from domestic and psychiatric abuse, discusses civil and human rights violations that are involved in the involuntary commitment of those alleged to be mentally ill. Includes personal information, photographs, and poetry.

Psychotherapy, an introduction from the patient's perspective. Excerpts from a book written by a patient of a London psychotherapist.

Information on self-injury, depression, and suicide. Includes a journal, poetry, smiles, and useful links.

An article by Alan Cabal that calls on the Church of Scientology and the Citizens Commission on Human Rights to help get his friend out of psychiatric institution.

Personal experiences with PTSD, its symptoms, the psychiatric community, and controversial recovery methods.

Chronicles the suicide of 11 year-old and his father's successful fight to hold the HMO accountable. Includes topics on prevention, a forum, and information about a memorial scholarship.

A space for those affected by mental illness to share their experiences, opinions, and creative talents with others.

Story of a mentally ill individual that was nearly shot by the St. Cloud police.

Explains some personal experiences with this illness and offers resources for those who may need help.

A psychiatric survivor of a local community service board advocates for more responsible, accountable mental health care in Georgia and across the United States.

A site for mentally ill writers, including schizophrenics, those with bipolar disorder or depression. Also includes humor pages, quizzes, blogs, and links to writer and mental illness organizations.

The site provides editorials on current mental health issues. It also includes abuse survivor poetry/prose.

MSN group page related to issues in mental health, events in Stanislaus county, CNMHC Stanislaus, NAMI Stanislaus and DBSA Stanislaus.

Essays and poems on the path of spirituality and madness by Sally Clay. Alternative to psychiatry.