1) My name is Heather,
and I am a 32 year old female who would like to share both my personal
and professional experiences with individuals who are afflicted or
suffering from disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder, Major
Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Generalized Anxiety
Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. My professional
experience includes over 7 years working as a counselor for children,
teenagers, adults, and senior citizens who were hospitalized in a
psychiatric facility or residential home. My more recent
experiences have given me the opportunity to learn about Alzheimer's
Disease.
I currently work as a
Clinical Research Associate. My job is to monitor clinical drug
trials for safety before the drug is approved by the FDA. I hold a
Master of Science Degree in Psychology from Saint Joseph's University in
Philadelphia, PA.
More about me: I
have experienced depression since a young child, lived in/through a
dysfunctional family, have had several very severe major depressive
episodes since age 19, and have been diagnosed several years ago with
Bipolar Disorder. I have experienced the black holes as well as
those manic rages. Therapy and medication have enabled me to stay
on a even keel (yes, I have tried most of the psychotropic medications
on the market)
Right now, I have been
having lots of fun with friends, staying focused on my goals, and
keeping my two Siamese cats out of trouble. If you need to talk or
feel a crisis brewing, please e-mail me. If you have any
non-urgent questions about a disorder, please also feel free to e-mail.
I will respond as quickly as possible. [email protected]