Episode 9 – Shannon from Southend, UK

Shannon first became ill as a child and was diagnosed at age 18. Now in her 40’s, she is a stay-at-home mum battling with the re-emergence of her symptoms.

#schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma

00:00:31: Introduction to the episode

00:01:12: Shannon's mental health journey begins

00:02:03: When Shannon's symptoms started

00:02:49: First hospitalization and diagnosis

00:03:33: Shannon's experiences in mental health ward

00:04:34: Shannon's diagnosis

00:05:00: Temporary relief from symptoms

00:06:34: Return of schizophrenia symptoms

00:07:10: Treatment and side effects

00:07:50: Shannon's present life and family

00:08:01: Reaction of Shannon's friends to her condition

00:09:46: Shannon's thoughts on work and mental health

00:10:46: Coping mechanisms for her mental health

00:12:05: Shannon's Delusions

00:15:10: Shannon's conditions and how it affects daily routine

00:15:57: Expressing through art

00:17:30: Shannon's insights about her condition

00:18:42: End of the interview

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