Robyn Wheeler lived for over 40 years with an undiagnosed disorder called Dysthymia. After a severe depression set in and thought of suicide took over, Robyn sought out counseling. But the anger management classes and private therapy still do not rid Robyn on her ongoing chronic anger. In October 2010, Robyn decided to go to a Psychiatrist and was diagnosed with Dysthymic Disorder. With a daily dose of anti-depressants, Robyns life, attitude and outlook on life changed for the better. You can follow Robyn's story of depression, anger and self-loathing by reading her newly published book Born Mad.
Robyn Wheeler is now an author and public speaker on depression, anger and Dysthymic Disorder. She is dedicated to creating awareness to this seldom-talked about mood disorder hoping to create a support group and a national day of awareness as well as a charity to financially assist other who may not be able to afford psychiatric help.
Robyn Wheeler has appeared on NBC56/KETK, East Texas Live, Tyler, Jan 2012 and a guest on many radio interviews including Dresser After Dark with Michael Ray (Oct. 2011), The Double D's in the Morning with Jamie Dickerson (Nov. 2011), Life and Life Coaching, RCRN with Sel-Growth Member Steve Toth (Nov. 2011), and Your Family Health with Joan Buckley (Jan. 2012).
You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished BY your anger. -Buddha
I believe that dysthymic disorder is under diagnosed and misdiagnosed. Others may suffer from this disorder however, they are unaware it even exists. I am open to any suggestions on how to bring this disorder out in the open. Please contact me if you would like to help or need someone to speak about mental illness.
Robyn is currently a member of the National Association of the Self-Employed, National Association of Professional Women, National Affilication on Mental Illness and the WorldWide Who's Who. She is dedicated to creating awareness for Dysthymic Disorder which affects 3 to 6 percent of the population, women 2 to 3 times more than men.