Saoirse SchadWriting a mental health novel while fighting depressionHere are three things I learned while writing my debut novel about a suicidal young man6 min read·Nov 4, 2023----
Saoirse SchadWhen ‘to-do’ becomes ‘ta-da’! Making lists for depressed peopleLists can be a lifesaver, or they can be overwhelming AF…7 min read·Sep 1, 2023--1--1
Saoirse SchadMental illness, medication and meStigma, misconceptions, fear… these are the things that prevent some mentally ill people from trying medication. But not me.7 min read·Nov 15, 2022----
Saoirse SchadI’m a serial NaNoWriMo failureBut I still try, every single year, to write those 50,000 words in 30 days.5 min read·Oct 25, 2022----
Saoirse SchadWhy I don’t use the term ‘mental health is*ues’I’ve struggled with mental illness for all of my adult life and much of my adolescence but I don’t consider myself someone who has…6 min read·Oct 7, 2022----
Saoirse SchadHow I used a journal to combat anxiety attacksApart from therapy and meds, this has been the single most effective tool in helping me manage my anxiety and depression.6 min read·Sep 30, 2022--1--1