Sami WardA parent’s honest guide to understanding relapse after psychiatric discharge, why it happens, what to look for, and how to stay grounded through it.
Sami WardA practical parent guide to coping after psychiatric discharge: safety planning, home-based ‘support’, night fears, and surviving the first week.
Sami WardVaping feels calming, but for many with BPD it’s the breathing, not the nicotine, that soothes. Learn how vaping affects calm and sleep.
Sami WardA parent’s guide to understanding sectioning under the UK Mental Health Act — 72-hour holds, 28-day sections, discharge reviews and real-life gaps in care.
Sami WardIs It My Fault? Understanding Causes of BPD
Sami WardFor most people, big life changes, like moving out, starting a new relationship, or beginning a new job bring a mix of nerves and excitement. There are worries, yes, but also hope and anticipation. For someone living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), CPTSD, or emotional dysregulation, these same transitions can feel very different. Instead of excitement, there’s often a sense of fear, uncertainty, and pressure that can quickly spiral into overwhelm.