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Yahoo
a day ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Three arrested following string of street racing incidents in Bellevue
Bellevue police arrested three people in separate street racing incidents, with two seen allegedly riding their motorcycles at around 120 miles per hour, the Bellevue Police Department (BPD) said in a release. The first incident happened at around 9:41 p.m. on Friday, May 23, when an officer saw an 18-year-old man with a modified muffler on his motorcycle near Factoria Boulevard Southeast and Southeast 38th Street, BPD posted. Police say he allegedly eluded officers multiple times and was seen going around 120 miles per hour on I-405. He was later arrested by Washington State Patrol (WSP) after he was found under an I-5 overpass on Lakeview Boulevard. Just after 10 p.m. on Friday, police arrested another 18-year-old man who was allegedly riding his motorcycle at 120 miles per hour in a 35 miles per hour zone, BPD said. The man was seen riding with four other motorcyclists near Larson Lake in Bellevue and was arrested for street racing, according to police. A third person was arrested on Monday, May 26, where police say the 16-year-old driver in a black Infinity was allegedly driving recklessly near Phantom Lake. Bellevue police say he was allegedly linked to a street racing group and he was booked in the King County Youth Detention Center.
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Mallard's second album takes a folksier trail
Last year, a number of Newfoundland and Labrador artists were approved for ArtsNL Professional Project Grants. One such successful applicant was musical artist Jenny Mallard of St. John's. Originally from Mount Pearl, Mallard has been working in the music industry since 2015. Alongside writing and performing, she has been involved with MusicNL and the East Coast Music Awards. She has toured the province with other bands, and went on her first solo tour last summer. Mallard released her debut album, Into the Deep, in 2022. She describes it as a concept album about finding herself through music, and her journey in life. 'It told the story of falling in love and then things going sour and then really finding myself as an individual,' she said. Mallard's second album, recorded with the assistance of the ArtsNL Professional Project Grant she received, is produced by Robert Kelly. Songs on the album will be released individually over the course of the year, after which the album will be released in its entirety. While she describes her first album as country-pop, Mallard said this album will be folkier. 'Everything that I write is from personal experience, and that's what makes my music so vulnerable,' said Mallard. 'Make Believe' is a song about finding love after believing you never would, which Mallard said is currently a big theme in her life. 'Dim Her Light' is a song about female empowerment, and Mallard's frustration with the oppression and disrespect women continue to face in society. 'One Damn Phone Call' is based on the call Mallard received that informed her that her father had Stage 3 colon cancer. 'It's about receiving that phone call and your whole world just turning upside-down,' she said. Her father was diagnosed a year ago, and recently completed his treatment and rang the bell. Songs on the album are being released around relevant occasions and events. For example, 'Make Believe' came out around Valentine's Day, 'Dim Her Light' near International Women's Day, and 'One Damn Phone Call' will come out close to Father's Day. Another song of Mallard's, 'Howl', is about her struggle with bipolar disorder and how people in her life helped her when she was unwell. Regarding the title, she said a howl can simultaneously be a battle cry, a sign of pain, and a sign of strength. 'It's about my story, but also how I took strength from other people in my life to get me through what I was going through,' said Mallard. 'The whole message of the song is that you can get through whatever you are going through.' She noted the song does not explicitly mention BPD, but rather is about a girl looking back at her past self and yearning for it, something Mallard feels many people can relate to regardless of whether they struggle with their mental health. When asked about future goals, Mallard said, 'I want to work in music and just be happy in doing what I'm doing.' While some short-term goals are to go on tour, release her second album, get played on the radio, and so on, her long-term goal is to focus on songwriting, which is her greatest passion. 'I do like performing and I do like the photoshoots and the being in the limelight but, really my heart is with songwriting,' she said. Mallard describes co-writing as her favourite thing to do, and has co-written with artists such as Darcy Scott, Mackenzie Critch, and Becca Bartlett. 'It's so fun, especially when they're your friends,' she said. She also enjoys seeing those artists record her co-compositions on their albums and releases. 'Seeing another person perform a song that you wrote together is also a really emotional experience,' said Mallard. 'Especially when you're getting so vulnerable with other people and you're talking about themes and things that are going on in your life. It's the best experience ever.' Mallard has a business degree from Memorial University which she said could also allow her to coach others and help them release their own music, potentially even working as a manager. Describing what she wants for her distant future, she said, 'I want to be by a lake, songwriting, with people that I love, or people that I really like working with.' Jenny Mallard's first album is available on all streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. She has accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, and also has her own website, .
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
This charity has changed my life - when I was told about the cuts I just cried and cried
Funding cuts which force the closure of mental health projects in Edinburgh will result in more self-harming and suicide attempts, members of one of the affected groups have warned. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Independent advocacy charity CAPS runs a number of projects in Edinburgh which are under threat from the cuts planned by the city's Integration Joint Board (IJB) which oversees health and social care in the Capital. Laren Stonebanks, 45, is involved with several of the CAPS projects, but particularly the Out of Sight Out of Mind art exhibition held at Summerhall every October, showing works by people with experience of mental health issues. Lauren Stonebanks says she "just cried and cried" when she was told of the cuts | TSPL Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "It's Scotland's largest mental health-based art exhibition," said Lauren. "It's one of the Summerhall staples and it's just buzzing when we're in there." There were over 300 exhibitors last year and over 1,900 people saw it. "People get so much from it. Visitors learn things about loved ones who might have a particular condition, not just from artwork made by their loved one but artwork by someone else who has that condition and they think 'I never thought about it that way'." Lauren started out as a medical student but her mental health deteriorated. "I went through many diagnoses - depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, then in 2011 they landed me with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and told me there was nothing else they could do. They gave me six weeks of psychotherapy and some leaflets and sent me on my way." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But one of the leaflets was about a two-day training course by CAPS on BPD and that began her involvement with the charity. "It's changed my life, it's given me so much confidence and self-esteem, I've made so many friends. When I was told about the cuts I just cried and cried. "I'm involved in about five different groups but if these cuts go ahead all of them would close - all that would just be gone, I'd become much more isolated. "It's hard to get me out of the house to go and do things because it's outside my comfort zone. The exhibition is the most social I am all year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "I used to have problems with self-harm - looking back at Facebook memories I can see how unwell I was in the past and you can also see as time goes on, as I get more involved in CAPS, those kinds of posts decrease." Jacob Moody says the cuts will mean an increase in self-harming and suicide attempts | TSPL Jacob Moody, 28, also believes CAPS has helped change his life. He grew up in Edinburgh and went to St Andrews University where he studied maths. "I moved back to Edinburgh in 2020 and during that time I was in intensive care in the Royal Infirmary five times and in the renal high dependency unit once and also had close to 1,000 stitches in A&E, mostly due to self-harm and overdoses. "But the last intensive care admission was a month before I joined CAPS. Since joining CAPS I've had no A&E admissions for self-harm, no intensive care admissions, no anything. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "CAPS has given me the opportunity to have my voice heard, the opportunity to meet people who have had similar experiences. "If this ended I feel I would slip back into that self-harming, overdosing habit that I was in. I worry it would just ruin me. "If it goes, I think it will lead to a lot of people throughout NHS Lothian getting worse. It's going to lead to self-harm and suicide attempts and it's going to cost NHS Lothian money." Jacob is involved in CAPS' group for people who have been diagnosed with personality disorders and he helps to train hospital workers on the issues for people with mental health problems. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "These workshops are the recommended learning tool by the Royal College of Psychiatrists for NHS Lothian. There's currently no healthcare for people with personality disorder in NHS Lothian. "Without our sort of training, they wouldn't have any training on these issues from people's lived experience, they would just have their text book training." He said some people claim people with personality disorders cannot be helped. But he said: "We can be helped. This group helped me into employment, it stopped me self-harming and overdosing and provided training for people - it's a positive for me and a positive for other people. "CAPS is listed in my care plan as one of the places I should attend regularly to get better and it's listed by the Royal College of Psychiatrists for training for NHS Lothian. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "The IJB are cutting this while the NHS is still relying on it - it doesn't make sense." Charlotte Mitchell says she will be devastated if the cuts go ahead | TSPL Charlotte Mitchell, 80, is involved in several CAPs groups, including one on psychosis which runs workshops for students and others, and two others designed to ensure decision makers hear their views on mental health services. She said: "Our Lothian Voices group runs a conference every year. We did one on housing and mental health in 2023 and we took the results to the minister and he came and visited us. "And Edinburgh Voices is currently running a survey on drop-in services because a lot of drop-ins have closed and we feel very strongly about that." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But she said all the groups would stop if the cuts go ahead. "I would be devastated," she said. The total cuts proposed by the IJB add up to £29 million. A final decision was due to be made at its next meeting on June 17, but that has now been postponed until August 26 to 'ensure that recommendations are robust and evidence-based'.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
BPD seeks help finding at-risk missing man
The Bakersfield Police Department asked Wednesday for the community's help in locating a missing man considered to be at risk because of health issues. Isaiah Lopez, 25, was last seen in the 600 block of Truxtun Avenue. Lopez is described as Hispanic, 5 feet, 8 inches, 200 pounds, with black shaved hair, brown eyes, black facial hair and wearing unknown clothing. BPD asks that anyone with information about his location call 661-327-7111.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
15 Odd Behaviors Of People With High-Functioning Personality Disorders
They're polished, articulate, and often the most competent person in the room. But beneath the surface, people with high-functioning personality disorders—especially those with 'quiet' or internalized borderline traits—are navigating emotional chaos that rarely shows. They don't explode; they implode. And because they're so good at hiding it, even close friends and partners may never realize what's going on. This isn't about dramatics or dysfunction in the traditional sense. It's about the subtle, often invisible ways distress manifests in people who seem 'fine.' Here are 15 behaviors that may signal someone is struggling with a high-functioning personality disorder—especially borderline personality disorder (BPD)—even if they appear to have it all together. On the surface, they're calm, composed, and even admired for their emotional control. But internally, they're often overwhelmed by shame, fear of abandonment, and self-loathing. These feelings are rarely visible to others, making their suffering easy to miss. This internalization is a hallmark of high-functioning BPD according to Clarity Clinic, where distress is directed inward rather than outward. Unlike more overt forms of BPD, high-functioning individuals often experience intense emotional turmoil beneath their calm exterior. They often pride themselves on being self-sufficient, rarely asking for help or showing vulnerability. This independence can mask a deep-seated fear of rejection and abandonment. They may avoid close relationships to protect themselves from potential hurt. This pattern is common in high-functioning BPD, where individuals suppress their needs to maintain control. On the surface, they are calm and collected. They can navigate social situations with ease, often coming across as friendly and engaging. However, this social adeptness is a facade that conceals their inner turmoil. They may feel intense emotions but choose to suppress them to maintain their composed exterior. This ability to hide distress is a key feature of high-functioning BPD as outlined by Verywell Mind. Individuals with high-functioning BPD tend to internalize their struggles and imbalance. Despite achievements and social connections, they often feel a persistent sense of emptiness. This void can lead to a lack of fulfillment and a constant search for meaning. They may engage in various activities to fill this gap, but the emptiness remains. This symptom is frequently observed in high-functioning BPD. High-functioning BPD is characterized by the ability to maintain a facade that everything is fine while still experiencing the internal struggles associated with BPD. Their sense of self can be unstable, leading to frequent changes in goals, values, and self-perception. They may adopt different personas depending on their environment or the people around them according to the experts at Mayo Clinic. This lack of a consistent identity can cause confusion and distress. Such identity disturbances are common in individuals with high-functioning BPD. Individuals with high-functioning BPD tend to experience depression, an unstable sense of self, dependency in relationships, rumination, intense emotions, and self-judgment. Their emotions can shift rapidly, often triggered by minor events or perceived slights. These mood swings are intense but may not be outwardly expressed, leading others to perceive them as moodiness or irritability. Internally, they may feel overwhelmed by these emotional shifts. This emotional instability is a core feature of high-functioning BPD. In general, when looking at borderline personality disorder, those diagnosed tend to exhibit challenges with regulating their emotions. They often go out of their way to meet others' needs, sometimes at the expense of their own well-being. This people-pleasing behavior stems from a deep-seated fear of rejection and a desire for approval as outlined by HealthyPlace. They may struggle to set boundaries, leading to feelings of resentment and burnout. Such patterns are indicative of high-functioning BPD. People with high functioning BPD suffer just as much from painful symptoms such as mood swings, emptiness, fear of abandonment, but are hiding their pain and inner turmoils. They set unrealistically high standards for themselves and are often their harshest critics. This perfectionism can lead to chronic dissatisfaction and a fear of failure. They may avoid tasks or opportunities where they fear they won't excel. Such perfectionistic traits are common in high-functioning BPD. Studies often link high-functioning bipolar personality disorder to perfectionism. Even in stable relationships, they may harbor an overwhelming fear of being left or rejected. This fear can lead to clinginess, jealousy, or withdrawal to preempt perceived abandonment. They may misinterpret neutral actions as signs of impending rejection. This fear is a hallmark of high-functioning BPD. Fear of Abandonment: This fear can be so intense that individuals might shy away from close relationships entirely, trying to avoid the pain of rejection. Their interpersonal relationships are often intense and short-lived. They may idealize someone one moment and devalue them the next, leading to a cycle of push and pull. This instability can cause significant distress and confusion. Such patterns are characteristic of high-functioning BPD. They may engage in more self-harm and self-destructive behaviors and work hard to hide how they are truly feeling from others. They may partake in harmful activities such as substance abuse, disordered eating, or self-harm. These behaviors are often coping mechanisms to deal with intense emotions or feelings of emptiness. They may go unnoticed due to the individual's high-functioning exterior. Such self-destructive tendencies are prevalent in high-functioning BPD. Instead of having external mood swings, they keep their shifts in mood internal. During periods of stress, they may feel disconnected from themselves or their surroundings. This dissociation can manifest as feeling like they're observing themselves from outside their body. It serves as a defense mechanism against overwhelming emotions. Dissociative experiences are common in high-functioning BPD. When stressed, individuals with high functioning BPD may experience dissociation, feeling as though they are detached from themselves or their surroundings. They may perceive people or situations in extremes, seeing them as all good or all bad. This dichotomous thinking can lead to rapid shifts in opinions and feelings. It can strain relationships and hinder problem-solving. Such cognitive patterns are indicative of high-functioning BPD. They see the world as black and white, all or nothing, with little grey area or compromise in between. They may be suspicious of others' motives, fearing betrayal or harm. This mistrust can lead to social withdrawal or testing others' loyalty. It often stems from past experiences of trauma or abandonment. Trust issues are common in individuals with high-functioning BPD. People with high functioning BPD might feel disconnected or detached, struggling to find meaning or fulfillment in life. They often feel a pervasive sense of shame, believing they are fundamentally flawed or unworthy. This internalized shame can lead to self-critical thoughts and a constant need for validation. They may dwell on past mistakes, real or perceived, and struggle to forgive themselves. Such intense feelings of shame and guilt are common in individuals with high-functioning discrepancy between their outward appearance and inner experience can exacerbate their and addressing these feelings through therapy can be crucial for their emotional well-being.
