ennui and depression after loss Archives

More Than One Spectrum

September 16, 2019

My daughter’s pediatrician tried to diagnose me with postpartum depression today. They use a generic screening form, one that doesn’t differentiate between the stress of being a new parent and other types of depression or grief.

Tree limbs over a pond (Miranda Hernandez)

Awareness Isn’t Enough – Preventing Suicide Starts with Understanding

September 9, 2019

Three years ago, I would have said suicide was cowardly. I didn’t understand, then, how quickly life can change. Suicide may not be an ideal answer, but I better understand the complexities behind the issue now. Awareness isn’t enough—suicide prevention starts with understanding.

Miranda standing on a deserted beach in California at sunset. She is wrapped in a large sweater and staring off camera (Synch Media)

Suicidal Feelings After the Death of my Child

June 1, 2018

For more than a year after my son’s death by stillbirth, I experienced suicidal feelings and thoughts. This is my story of how I coped and finally chose to live.

8 Feb 2018 – Prickly

February 8, 2018

Sometimes I need comfort, and I lash out instead. I am not your typical victim. I am so very angry.

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