Have something to say?
We want to hear it.
At Breaking Barriers, we believe in amplifying the voices of lived experience.
Whether you’re a first-time writer, a seasoned peer advocate, or someone with a story that the world needs to hear – this is your platform.
We publish articles, recovery success stories, op-eds, interviews, personal narratives, and creative content that reflect the complexity of neurodiversity, able-ism, mental health stigma, identity, justice, and recovery.
Autism, Mental Illness, and Suicide: Understanding the Overlap, Building Hope
A Hidden Crisis Too Often Overlooked For too long, the conversation around autism has focused on diagnosis, not wellbeing. Beneath the surface, however, there’s a quiet but urgent reality: autistic individuals face a dramatically higher risk of mental illness and...
Neurodiversity and the Workplace: Breaking Down Barriers for Inclusive Employment
In today's rapidly evolving work environment, embracing neurodiversity is not just a moral imperative but a strategic advantage. Neurodiversity refers to the natural variations in human brain function, encompassing conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD),...
How Neurodivergent Thinkers Can Use AI as a Personal Digital Assistant
Most people treat artificial intelligence like a shortcut - a tool for writing emails, searching faster, or answering quick questions. But for autistic individuals and their support networks, AI can be something far more powerful. From Automation to Empowerment When...
What We’re Looking For
- First-person essays about mental health, disability, or recovery
- Investigative or reported pieces (with support from our editorial team)
- Opinion articles on systems, culture, and current events
Submission Guidelines
- Word count: 800–1500 words (or equivalent in other formats)
- Your story must be original, not previously published
- We encourage submissions from peers, students, creatives, activists, and community members
- Include a short bio and whether you’d like to publish anonymously or with your name
Submit Your Work Now
Send your draft or pitch to submissions@mentalhealthtimes.com
Or upload it via our Submission Form below
Our editorial team will review your work and respond within 1–2 weeks.
If selected, we’ll work with you to polish your story for publication.
Questions?
Reach out to our editorial team at editor@mentalhealthtimes.com
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