Interview with a schizophrenic

Amin is 32 years old living with a schizophrenia diagnosis. He is a Syrian war refugee and now living in Germany. This is his story.

#schizophrenia #hallucinations #syria

00:00:19: Introduction to the interview

00:01:04: Arman's life story and escape from Syria

00:03:19: Arman's arrival to Germany

00:07:02: Diagnosis of Schizophrenia

00:14:00: Arman's life in Germany

00:17:02: Arman's Contributions to the German Community

00:21:12: Starting anew and the importance of hope

00:21:48: Beginning with Schizophrenia in a new place

00:22:47: Exploring music and learning the guitar

00:23:15: Integration into society through common interest in music

00:23:32: Wrapping up and closing remarks

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Frank was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and now resides in New York City. He is 32 years old and was first diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2011.

His website is https://bit.ly/368ilCz and his Instagram is @pswinepresents

#schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma

00:00:31: Introduction

00:00:57: Discussing Frank’s Diagnosis

00:04:01: Discussing Symptoms and Experiences

00:05:04: The Impact of Schizophrenia on Frank’s Life

00:05:57: Frank’s Spiritual Beliefs and Occupation as a Healer

00:08:08: Current State of Frank’s Psychosis Symptoms

00:10:38: Lifestyle as a Schizophrenic in New York

00:13:40: Relationship with Drugs and Mental Health

00:15:58: Views on the Future with Schizophrenia

00:17:16: Experience in New York and Connections with Communities

00:20:21: Changing the Perception of Schizophrenia

00:22:26: Past Use of Antipsychotics and Medication

00:23:56: Spirituality as a Tool for Understanding Schizophrenia

00:25:21: Schizophrenia rooted in spirituality

00:25:56: Discussing symptoms

00:26:35: Experiences with auditory hallucinations

00:27:09: Dealing with paranoid delusions

00:28:03: Conclusion and Farewell

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