Preface: Apologies for a lengthy absence from publishing! The fact it’s taken me several months to finish this substack article actually illustrates one of the central points made in the piece. As so often in my life mental and physical illness has gained control of my life. But it’s also made me even more determined to never stop raising awareness of the misunderstandings around mental illness as well as the serious failings in mental healthcare. There are no subjects I care about more so thank you for listening/reading!
Very well expressed Romy. Thank you for your clarity and your courage. Yes our mental health services are criminally deficient, cause so much harm, every time I think about them I rage inside! Respect to you for painstakingly navigating this for yourself and retaining your compassion, and respect to your mum for her love and faithfulness.
Welcome back Romy. Yes, the nh mess as our family refers to it, fails spectacularly on all fronts constantly....I didn't clap for the buggers...I don't even think it's a question of money I think it's complacency, laziness and constant passing the buck. It's a bloated institution of arrogant entitled staff. Time for root and branch reform
Ah thanks Puds! ☺️ I couldn’t agree more re. NHS reform! Root and branch, take it apart and reassemble! However we’d need politicians with guts and vision for that . . .
Thank you Romy for this huge article. There are people very close to me who have severe depression - and need help, since the path might lead to even darker places. Once again, thank you.
Thank you for your kind words Andrew! I so appreciate feedback. I was aware when I wrote this that it was very long and would be controversial to many. Reading comments like yours makes it worth while. I hope and pray your friends will find a path to a lighter place.
Very well expressed Romy. Thank you for your clarity and your courage. Yes our mental health services are criminally deficient, cause so much harm, every time I think about them I rage inside! Respect to you for painstakingly navigating this for yourself and retaining your compassion, and respect to your mum for her love and faithfulness.
Thank you so much Wendy! You’re very kind! I will also pass on your words to my Mum. Really appreciate your support 🙏🏼
Welcome back Romy. Yes, the nh mess as our family refers to it, fails spectacularly on all fronts constantly....I didn't clap for the buggers...I don't even think it's a question of money I think it's complacency, laziness and constant passing the buck. It's a bloated institution of arrogant entitled staff. Time for root and branch reform
Ah thanks Puds! ☺️ I couldn’t agree more re. NHS reform! Root and branch, take it apart and reassemble! However we’d need politicians with guts and vision for that . . .
Thank you Romy for this huge article. There are people very close to me who have severe depression - and need help, since the path might lead to even darker places. Once again, thank you.
Thank you for your kind words Andrew! I so appreciate feedback. I was aware when I wrote this that it was very long and would be controversial to many. Reading comments like yours makes it worth while. I hope and pray your friends will find a path to a lighter place.
Thank you.