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[lillylove90]

Username: lillylove90
What we will call you: Lilsy
Will you critique other's work?: Yes
Links to your story if you have any: None uploaded on here; but working on one
Anything you want us to know?: Not that I know of, unless I missed a password when reading the rules. xD

[Artesian]

Maerorem, thanks for the warning on writing insanity. ^-^ Believe me, I'm well aware of how difficult it is. Happily, my mum (who has a Bachelor's in Psychology) has agreed to help me in writing a schizophrenic, so, er, yay. I may enter your contest too, although I don't know what I'd put down as a point of muse.

I'd still be doubly careful when writing about a schizophrenic. Having a bachelor's degree in psychology sadly doesn't make you an expert on schizophrenia, as much as I'd like it to be so. It takes a lot of experience to know the nuances of it. Just reading about it and having some practical experience as a trainee or something isn't enough. I just turned in my bachelor thesis (in psychology) and was a trainee in a psychiatric ward and met schizophrenics, talked to them, etc. But I still don't really know all that much about it in practice. What I do know is that even severe cases are not living in a different world all the time. They're actually pretty normal, maybe except for some quirks and strange behaviour and speech from time to time. Or when they're in a psychotic episode.
A really good idea would be to read forums for schizophrenics. Some share their stories, what it's like for them, how they manage their everyday life, etc. I think talking to them and experiencing them is still the best way to get it down mostly right. And if you can't talk to them directly, the internet is a great resource because of those forums where they meet up to chat. ^^
(you just mustn't expect to get it all the way right. I don't think that's possible for non-schizophrenics anyway xD)

That said, I'd reaaally like to read it once you write it. I love twisted tales like that :3 Especially since it's about stuff I'm very interested in |D

Rolly-polly, thank you so much. *glomp* :3 You give such excellent advice. ^-^ Do you have any websites, forums or resources that you'd suggest for that? Any that you've found interesting or useful? Any insights that you've found, talking to them? tell me everythiiiiing!

[Rolly-chan]

Rolly-polly, thank you so much. *glomp* :3 You give such excellent advice. ^-^ Do you have any websites, forums or resources that you'd suggest for that? Any that you've found interesting or useful? Any insights that you've found, talking to them? tell me everythiiiiing!

xD Sadly, the sites I've visited are in German, but I think these might be helpful:
schizophrenia forum - it's a scientific forum run by specialists mostly, and they're discussing all kinds of things regarding schizophrenia. Plus, it has resources.
psych forums - schizophrenia -- this one's a forum for schizophrenics. They have topics like "what was your first episode like" and "Do your voices argue about things?" and other interesting topics. There are some who share their stories and all. It might also help to register there and ask around :3 I'm sure some of them will help you, as I think there are some who like talking about how it feels for them (maybe just to let it out or to try to make others understand better).
There are non-schizophrenic people on there who ask questions too, so I think it's generally accepted ^^

As for my own experiences...
There was this one woman who seemed to be very clear in thinking and all. She had schizophrenia for some years now, but she seemed completely normal to me. She became really religious, though, and I'm not sure if it's because of her condition or just because. Many schizophrenic patients get into religion, even if they didn't believe before, and she always managed to talk about that topic. She also sometimes talked about finding sense in the voices she heard. And sometimes thinking that she quite liked them when they weren't abusive or too strong. She felt like they were a part of her she'd miss. Sometimes she dressed rather peculiarly. One time she had a rhinestone sticking to her forehead, for example.
Then there was this one man whose speech was a bit confusing. When the doctors asked him how he was he started talking about comets, and in general it was hard to follow his thoughts, but it was as if everything made perfect sense to him. And he seemed really nice and calm. He also attended his groups and therapy.
Then there was one pretty boisterous woman. She wasn't as pleasant to talk to as the others, but I don't think it's because of her condition but rather because she always had a sour expression and a hostile posture with crossed arms and all. And she was direct. She also didn't hesitate to explain what bad stuff she experienced. Sometimes she didn't talk. But I haven't had much contact with her, so I can't tell you much ^^°
I also can't tell you what's going on in their minds, but I can imagine that the hallucinations (most common are auditory ones) can seem very real, especially when they aren't treated in any way. Voices tend to comment their actions, sometimes they command them to do certain things. And don't forget that there are many types of psychosis. Paranoid schizophrenia is probably the most common. There was one woman who was convinced her neighbours spied on her. Everything made sense in her world - she even thought she found a bugging device attached to her bike, and that she only was in the ward for her safety while the cops handled her neighbours.
I think the movie "A beautiful mind" is a good depiction of such delusions and hallucinations. John Nash is quite famous because he's a unique case.

And right now I'm a bit tired. Need the sleep desperately (as I said, I just turned in my bachelor thesis yesterday and slept for about 20 minutes the night before xD). If you want to know more, I just checked out that second link and some topics are really very interesting, especially when people talk about their voices and delusions and stuff. Things can get nasty real fast. Having false memories is apparently a problem for many of them, too. Remembering things that never happened and acting upon them. Stuff like that. I guess unreasonable stuff is easier to uncover for them than things that could have actually happened. A shark jumping at you in the middle of the street, I imagine, is easier to detect as wrong than remembering a fight with your friend which never happened.

[Hαηηαh]

Username:
What we will call you: (a maximum of four.) Hannah
Will you critique other's work?: (yes, no, or possibly.) Of course! c:
Links to your story if you have any: I don't generally post my stories online... I have before, though, and I'll try to dig up some links... ^.^
Anything you want us to know?: Hmm... well, I've been writing since before I could write... When I was like four, I dictated books to my mother. And have been writing ever since.

[officialratsgalore]

This is sorta like the third page of a new piece of literature I made recently. Do you find it interesting? It's kinda suspenseful and mysterious. But, it's mostly based off of mythological creatures like vampires and werewolves I just haven't gotten to that part yet.. Feel free to add any corrections or suggestions! ^_^ The book's name is Soul Creatures you could see it in my signature but I made it interactive because I like when people get attached and creative with the story. All copyright goes to me..

Someone behind me whispered. "Psst.. Priscilla." When I turned to see who it was, it was Jake. He slowly examined my face. "Are you alright? You look kind of off." He said. I just shook my head and when I was about to turn back around he whispered again. "I need your help with something later.." Then, he slipped a note into my hand, from under the desk, and I quickly turned my attention back to the teacher. "Do you have something to say?" Asked Ms.Ferrier. "Umm.. No, Ms.Ferrier.." I looked at the class who was all staring at me, all but, Alex..

Sooner or later school ended and I walked back home. I dropped my bag at the side and looked for the note Jake gave me during class. When I found it, it read. "I saw what happened to Sabrina last night.. I'm scared to death, can you please meet me at my house?" Then it left an address and a time at the bottom of the page. I wasn't sure what to do.. "If he knows, what if word gets out? What if my friend gets kidnapped and tested on by government officials?!" I began to panic and became flustered by the idea. Then, I grabbed my bag and ran home.

"Sabrina?!" I called, but she didn't answer. I looked around the living room but she wasn't there. Suddenly, I heard a whisper coming from the closet. I went to grab the doorknob when my boyfriend, Ezra, came down the stairs. I slowly moved away from the closet door and onto the couch. "What's wrong?" He asked me.. "Oh, nothing.." I replied. My legs were facing him while my head was turned to the closet.. Is she in the closet? What form has she taken, human or animal? Has Ezra seen her?!.. Then, I looked back at Ezra and smiled. "Well, I'm not feeling so well today." I said while helping him off of the couch. "How about you come back next month?" I tried to close the door but his hand got in the way. "Are you breaking up with me?" He asked, with sparkle in his eye, it gave me the biggest heartache. I shrugged. "I donno." Then he flipped out, throwing his keys in the air. "Is it about Alex?! Because, I know how he looks at you! Are you cheating on me?" He placed his hands on my shoulders as if he was about to hug me. I quickly stepped back and brushed him off. "I'm not cheating on you with anyone, I just think we need some time alone."

You like? I am just freestyling it, going along as I write. I've had the plot for this book for a long time though. It took me forever to get the introduction started.

[officialratsgalore]

I need help editing this rough draft though.. Like, a little inspiration and some perspiration would do it... It's just a rough draft, trust me..

Well, it's getting close to night and I am still waiting for Sabrina to wake up. "Are you sure she's okay?" I asked Alex, who is no longer a pitbull nor naked.. He's wearing some of Ezra's old clothes. They look way better on him anyways. Alex placed his hand on my lap for reassurance. "I promise you, she'll be fine." I smiled back but, no matter, I'm still worried. If it was some other hot guy telling me that I'm a shape-shifter I would have thought he was crazy. But, it's not, it's Alex.

I rested my head on his chest and we laid on the couch, taking turns to watch her. At one point, we both ending up falling asleep. She stayed asleep until early in the morning when she woke us up with her screaming. Alex and I tried to explain everything to her as well as we could. She was convinced that she's crazy and needed to go to an institution. But, somehow someway, we finally convinced her.

I was kind of waiting for myself to shift. Alex said it would happen when you least expect it but I feel like it just won't work for me. He said that there are many types of shifting. There is shifting on que, shifting in fear, shifting in anger, shifting in happiness, and just randomly shifting.. Well, I've tried shifting on que.. That doesn't seem to work, I've also tried anger and happiness. The only one that I didn't try is fear. I'm really hoping my shifting is not random.. But, if my shifting is in fear I hope my soul creature can defend me.. Even though, I'm such a chihuahua when it comes to scary things..

Btw.. It sounds weird but Alex really wasn't naked! It's just hard to explain, you would have to read the book to understand. But, it's nothing bad..

[leaving bye ^^]

username: lovelie one
what will we call you: bo
will you critique other's work: when i have time, i will
mo stories: [x]
anything you want us to know: this seems like a very interesting/fun group ツ can't wait to join

[desime101]

Username: Desime
What we will call you: Desime, or Desi is fine.
Will you critique other's work?: Possibly, I don't know how well I would do at it.
Links to your story if you have any: Here It's a fanfiction of the anime Ouran Highschool Host Club, so if you don't know the anime you might not understand most of the references, however you would still generally understand it.
Anything you want us to know?: I mostly write fanfiction, although I have dabbled around with original work. Most of my stories are simple one-shots that never get posted on the internet... Anyway, I also love to read other people's work, but I'm not usually one to critique, since I'm still learning myself, only a highschool student.

[rothbart.]

Anybody here interested in an RP for writing practice? It's semi lit and realistic. It's here if you are. uvu

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