My severe mental illness is leading me to do a research degree on psychotic depression and ocd. good idea?

Impressive: Your personal and experiential insight could lead to unique approaches to understanding severe mental illness. becoming an expert and possibly a teacher will also offer u greater access to resources and knowledge that may benefit your personal management of mental health. It may also allow u to b a role model and have a platform to help others. Good luck with your pursuit and be well!

Mental Health and: obtaining a research degree. Please think about the impact of such a degree on your mental status. If it is helpful then consider continuing, if it makes symptoms worse than change paths. Many people draw good from their suffering and help others. Perhaps this will be your case. Keep in touch w/your doc/therapist for accountability and feedback. Peace and good health.

Discuss w therapist: Why not ? Many people with mental illness have gone on to do research and make important contributions to society. You should be sure that you condition is stabilized and probably should discuss your pending plans with your therapist.