Interview with a schizophrenic

Episode 18 – Eagle from Helsinki, Finland


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Eagle has been dealing with psychotic symptoms since a young age. After a fight to get the correct diagnosis and treatment, he is now in a stable place after past struggles.


Music: ‘The Last Cosmonaut’ Marc Torch


#schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma


00:30: Introduction to the episode

00:44: Guest introduction

01:55: Background and early symptoms

03:26: Early experience with hallucinations

04:33: Recurring incidents and coping mechanisms

06:16: First encounter with the healthcare system

11:55: Diagnosis and chronicling treatment journey

17:02: Medication and its impact

19:58: Managing paranoia

22:20: Present mental health status and societal perceptions

22:52: Life and Plans

23:20: School Applications and Interests

24:01: Spending time in the Woods

24:24: Dream of living in Lapland

24:51: Friends and Family Support

26:03: Family Relation

26:14: Final Questions and Statements

28:11: Musical Preference and End of Interview

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Interview with a schizophrenicBy Duncan Samarasinghe

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