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Treat Mental Illness

Dottie V. Pacharis 3 weeks ago Region: United States

When will we recognize the need to treat individuals who suffer from severe mental illness? With each tragic mass shooting, I think – maybe now we’ll do something. I was especially optimistic after the Newtown ... more

Tags: Mental Illness , Biploar Disorder

Mental Illness is Treatable

Dottie V. Pacharis 4 months ago Region: United States

The tragic shooting last month in Newtown…the Aurora shooting…the shooting in Tucson…the Virginia Tech massacre…all inv... more

Tags: Mental Illness , Bipolar Disorder , Opinion

Bipolar Disorder: A Treatable Mental Illness

Dottie V. Pacharis 5 months ago Region: United States

As we all know, anyone can have a bad day, certainly a bad moment. And everyone acts out of character now and then. Generally, it’s no cause for alarm, but for those who suffer from bipolar disorder, ... more

Tags: Health , Mental Health , Bipolar Disorder , Opinion

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Name: Dottie V. Pacharis
Member Since: December 2012
Location: FL
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# of Articles: 3

Website: www.mindontherun.com

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Dottie Pacharis is retired from a law firm in Washington, DC, and lives with her husband, George, also retired. They divide their time between Fort Myers Beach, Florida, and West River, Maryland. Since her son’s battle with bipolar disorder, she has become an advocate for the mentally ill, especially family involvement in decisions about treatment. She is the mother of six children and the grandmother of 15 grandchildren.

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