Brian was diagnosed with schizophrenia around 9-10 years ago. He is 50 living in Ohio. He is a published author and artist. Please contact him at http://tny.im/lO9 for more info.

#schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma

00:00:31: Introduction to the episode

00:01:18: Brian from Ohio speaks about his schizophrenic experiences

00:02:04: Brian discusses his perspective as a psychologist with schizophrenia

00:03:09: Discussion on Brian's onset of symptoms

00:04:40: Questions about what triggered Brian's diagnosis

00:06:33: How lifestyle influenced Brian's mental health

00:07:03: Brian's experiences with antipsychotics

00:10:10: Detailing Brian's symptoms

00:13:55: Transition into discussing how Brian copes with his symptoms

00:15:41: Brian describes his daily life amid challenges

00:16:05: The coping mechanisms Brian employs to manage schizophrenia

00:17:48: Brian shares experiences with writing and discussing schizophrenia

00:18:58: Perceptions of the future and life dreams for someone with schizophrenia

00:21:11: Perspectives on Brian's disability

00:24:04: Discussing what schizophrenia is with Brian.

00:27:47: Discussion on Self-Improvement and Self-Compassion

00:28:36: Treatment of People with Schizophrenia

00:28:51: Dealing with the Stigma of Schizophrenia

00:29:18: Overcoming Stigma and Being a Positive Influence

00:29:31: Conclusion and Contact Information for Brian

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