Nico is 50 with a diagnosis of Schizoaffective with ADHD. She shares with us her experiences, which have often been traumatic and life-changing. Nico now works with the severely mentally ill and has a positive spiritual outlook on life. This episode deals with Adult Themes – Trigger Warning. Music: Sign of Times – Rockin for Decades #schizoaffective #psychosis #recovery 00:24: Introduction to the episode 00:39: Introducing Nico and her diagnoses 01:02: Nico's current mental health status 03:16: ...
Mar 05, 2021•44 min
Matt is 34 with a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia. The obtaining of suitable medication that is affordable in the USA is an issue that we discuss. Music: Leave It All Behind – STRLGHT #schizophrenia #medication #freehealthcare 00:00:30: Introduction and Welcome 00:01:09: Discussion on COVID- 00:03:10: Beginning of Mental Health Talk 00:03:38: Matt's Mental Health Journey 00:07:53: Discussion on Matt's Current Stability 00:13:11: Frustration with Medical Community Understanding 00:16:36: Di...
Mar 02, 2021•32 min
Stable and high functioning, Brandon has a diagnosis of schizophrenia with generalised anxiety. He is in his mid-30s and lives in rural Central USA. Music: Hometown Hero – Will Harrison #schizophrenia #psychosis #employment 00:00:30: Introduction to the episode 01:01:34: Brandon's mental health journey 06:06:01: Discussing the mental health system in the US 10:10:02: Brandon's maintenance of his mental health 14:14:13: Discussion on delusions and perception 17:17:41: The role of work in maintain...
Feb 21, 2021•35 min
John is 21 and has a diagnosis of psychosis NOS with possible schizophrenia outlook. The onset of his psychosis rocked his life to its core. A natural musical talent he has much to live for. Adult Themes – Trigger Warning Music: Drive-Thru Dinner – Magnus Ringblom #psychosis #schizophrenia #music 00:00:30: Introduction to the episode 00:01:14: John's mental health journey and early symptoms 00:02:39: Beginning of psychosis 00:06:16: Further descent into psychosis 00:08:50: An attack leads to jai...
Feb 12, 2021•35 min
Eric is 32 and lives with his young family. Dealing with mental health issues for most of his life, he now has a diagnosis of Schizoaffective. Music: Coastal Romantique – Trevor Kowalski #schizoaffective #schizophrenia #stigma 00:00:30: Introduction to the interview 00:01:00: Eric's history of mental health 00:01:08: First symptoms and diagnosis 00:01:23: Early encounters with mental health problems 00:04:03: Experience with hallucinations 00:06:00: Confronting lifelong delusions 00:08:10: Strug...
Feb 10, 2021•34 min
Dealing with a long history of severe mental health issues, Cody is battling back and gaining an understanding of his identity. This episode deals with Adult Themes – Trigger Warning. Music : Marauder – Tiger Blood Jewel #schizophrenia #DID #PTSD 00:00:30: Introduction 00:00:38: Introduction of Cody 00:01:21: Cody's Mental Health Journey Begins 00:02:07: Cody's Depression in Middle School 00:03:03: High School Troubles 00:04:08: First Visit to a Doctor 00:04:39: Cody's College Experiences 00:06:...
Feb 05, 2021•36 min
Despite leading a happy normal life, in 2005 Johnny became struck with severe mental illness. He is now 46 and living with a schizophrenia diagnosis. Music : Refined Enlightenment – Howard Harper-Barnes #schizophrenia #psychosis #stigma 00:00:30: Introduction and Johnny's Background 00:01:13: Onset of Johny's Schizophrenia 00:05:06: Dealing With The Illness Now 00:06:01: Going Into Remission 00:10:01: His Advocacy 00:13:26: Thinking About The Future 00:16:54: Experiences with Discrimination 00:1...
Jan 30, 2021•21 min
Eric is 37 and has been experiencing psychotic symptoms from an early age. Notably for their rarity this includes visual hallucinations. He has a diagnosis of Schizophrenia. Music : Hyperdrive – Sebastian Forslund #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the episode 00:01:13: Eric shares the beginning of his mental health journey 00:04:21: Discussion about delusions and paranoia 00:10:06: Reflection on the role of spirituality or religion 00:11:21: Eric's experiences with...
Jan 29, 2021•30 min
In his mid twenties, Sam is dealing with psychosis and the onset of severe mental illness. Battling with the public stigma, Sam is looking to get his life back. Music : Graduation – Dylan Sitts #schizophrenia #psychosis #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the episode 00:00:42: Guest Introduction - Sam 00:01:44: Begin discussion on mental health journey 00:03:07: Discussing the healthcare system 00:04:15: Moving to Warwickshire and the transition process 00:06:53: Discussion on prognosis and curren...
Dec 09, 2020•26 min
Brad served in Iraq with the US Army as a construction engineer. He is 42 with a diagnosis of schizoaffective bipolar type. We talk about his experiences and agree that the stigma is a big issue. Brad has a blog here : https://bit.ly/381harJ Music : Bright Red Lights – Coma Svensson, Van Psyke 00:00:14: Song Intro 00:00:31: Introduction to Episode 00:00:38: Guest Introduction 00:01:00: Discussion on the Diagnosis Journey 00:02:14: Discussion on Experience in the Army 00:03:33: Reflection on Mili...
Nov 01, 2020•24 min
A thirtysomething from Michigan, Jen is dealing with a schizoaffective disorder depressive type with anxiety. Recovering from a conservative inhibited upbringing, Jen now has the support of a loving partner and close-knit group of friends. #schizophrenia #psychosis #schizoaffective Music: Bloody Hunter – Paisley Pink 00:00:30: Introduction to the episode 00:01:02: Jen's mental health journey and diagnosis 00:03:26: Jen's experience with denial and rejection of her condition 00:05:28: Jen's past ...
Oct 10, 2020•35 min
Tony is 46, with a schizoaffective disorder/ bipolar type diagnosis. We discuss the media, common peoples’ delusions and microwave attacks! Tony runs a successful podcast – Kick the Cool https://apple.co/34m0RlO Give it a listen for some lighthearted relief. Music: Command – Gloria Tells #schizophrenia #psychosis #interview 00:00:31: Welcome and Introduction 00:00:54: Tony's Journey With Schizophrenia 00:01:13: Worst Night in Tony's Schizoaffective Life 00:01:55: Targeting By The Supposed People...
Oct 04, 2020•40 min
Al is in his mid-30s and lives in Bosnia. We discuss the merits of mental health treatment in different countries. The stigma is rife. Music: Drama Drama Trauma – Ingrid Witt #schizophrenia #psychosis #interview 00:30: Introduction to the episode and guest profile 01:04: Al's mental health journey and early signs 02:36: Education and workplace struggles due to schizophrenia 03:06: Suicide attempt and diagnosis 03:27: Current coping mechanisms and struggles 04:12: Experiences with delusions 05:54...
Oct 01, 2020•30 min
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: ...
Sep 27, 2020•31 min
Paul is dealing with a schizoaffective diagnosis and is in his mid-twenties. He is battling with visual hallucinations and paranoia. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the interview 00:00:39: Presentation of the guest, Paul 00:01:19: Discussion on the effect of antipsychotic medication and sleeping problems 00:02:58: Start of Paul's mental health journey 00:03:56: Paul's experience with psychosis and hospitalization 00:07:25: Paul's current state and recovery proces...
Sep 20, 2020•25 min
Touched by family tragedy, Travis is 28 and has a dual diagnosis of ADHD and schizophrenia. Join us for a lighthearted chat which also deals with adult themes. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:11: Introduction and personal experiences 00:01:41: Start of the mental health journey 00:04:19: Experiencing hallucinations and delusions 00:11:13: Discovery of schizophrenia and effects 00:14:20: Shared experiences with mother 00:16:04: Mother's tragic end 00:18:14: Coping with loss and next ...
Sep 08, 2020•35 min
Fighting with severe delusions that affected him physically, Paul has fought his way back to a stunning recovery. He has a youtube channel where he talks more in depth about his experiences. https://bit.ly/35gahS8 TheMorningMist99: above and beyond schizophrenia #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:10: Introduction and Opening Lines 00:00:30: Host Introduction and Episode Start 00:00:37: Guest Introduction (Paul) 00:01:12: Paul's Mental Health Journey Background 00:01:34: Beginning of Pa...
Sep 07, 2020•30 min
Riann has a dual diagnosis of MS and paranoid schizophrenia. Still in his mid-twenties, Riann is dealing with chronic symptoms. An honest and candid experience can be heard here. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the Episode 00:01:33: Discussion on Mental Health Journey 00:02:54: Narration of Vivid Dreams and Paranormal Experiences From Childhood 00:04:11: Struggling with Fitting into Society and Journey to Self-Discovery 00:05:07: Emergence of Paranoia and Aggress...
Sep 06, 2020•30 min
Samuel is in his 20s and was recently diagnosed with Schizophrenia. Hear his traumatic and harrowing history that led up to the medical intervention. (TW: Adult Themes) #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the interview 00:00:54: COVID- 00:01:52: Samuel's mental health journey begins 00:04:13: Initial diagnosis of Asperger's Autism Spectrum Disorder 00:04:30: University in Hawaii and moving to Kyrgyzstan 00:05:13: Trips to Brazil and experiences in Kyrgyzstan 00:08:12...
Sep 04, 2020•32 min
Jack is 22 and dealing with an emerging psychosis. He is battling with akathisia but has a bold optimistic outlook on life. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction to the episode 00:00:36: Jack's background 00:01:01: Jack's diagnosis and life before psychosis 00:02:20: Jack's symptoms and experience with psychosis 00:02:58: Jack's experience with medications and side effects 00:03:35: Impact of psychosis on Jack's physical health 00:04:11: Changes in Jack's medication and t...
Jul 21, 2020•23 min
Ed is 30 years old and lives in Tennessee. He was diagnosed a few years ago and has a thought-provoking theory behind the voices and how they are related to living habits. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction 00:01:24: Discussion on Schizophrenia Begins 00:01:38: Ed's first experience with Schizophrenia 00:04:09: Friends with Schizophrenia 00:08:03: Interpretation of Dreams 00:12:01: Dealing with Schizophrenia at Work 00:13:41: Family's Reaction to Ed's Schizophrenia 00:...
Jul 11, 2020•30 min
Aaron was diagnosed schizophrenic in 2019 following a hospital section. He is dealing with severe psychosis as a young man, and is looking to start university next term. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:31: Introduction of Episode 00:00:58: Aaron's Mental Health Journey Begins 00:02:12: Describing the Hospital Experience 00:04:01: Discussion on Effects of Weed 00:05:10: Aaron's Transition After Hospital 00:07:45: Diagnosis Shift from Psychosis to Schizophrenia 00:10:45: Friends and F...
May 26, 2020•26 min
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...
May 25, 2020•23 min
Christian has a diagnosis of Schizoaffective (Bipolar type). He is 18 years old living in Las Vegas. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:08: Introduction and Background Music 00:00:31: Welcome Message and Introduction to the Podcast 00:00:48: Introduction of Guest - Christian 00:01:01: Christian's Mental Health Beginnings 00:03:00: Hospital Experience Discussed 00:09:37: Effects of Medication 00:12:27: Discussing the Challenges 00:14:03: Post-Education Plans 00:15:24: Explaining Hypoman...
May 16, 2020•22 min
Xoe is a student and creative artist from the USA. She was diagnosed with schizoaffective in 2018. Here she talks with me about her experiences which struck her at a young age. Please support her creativity at her Tumblr page: https://bit.ly/3bFxUD5 #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:30: Introduction to the episode 00:01:01: Zoe's diagnosis and background 00:05:33: Exploration of Zoe's paranoia and delusions 00:10:05: Discussion on medication 00:16:01: Zoe's creative outlets and coping...
May 10, 2020•32 min
Grew up in a horse racing family, in Southern California. Got tricked into a cult-school from age 7-18. Got out in 1976. Took lsd and had a real bad trip. 1981 I got diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. Joined the Navy illegally with bpd. Worked on an aircraft carrier. The Navy discharged me after 2 … 00:00:31: Introduction to the episode 00:02:16: Begin discussing Casey's experiences with schizophrenia 00:04:09: Discussion of Casey's time in the Navy 00:08:53: Life after leaving the ...
Apr 25, 2020•37 min
Christine is 23 and from New Jersey. She works as a psychiatric nurse and was diagnosed schizophrenic in 2018. Talented with the camera, her art can be found here: https://bit.ly/3fXtD0Z #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:32: Introduction to the episode 00:00:59: Greetings with Christine 00:01:17: Discussion of Christine's mental health journey & early symptoms 00:02:14: Description of her increased symptoms 00:03:38: Conversation about theories concerning schizophrenia's origin 00...
Mar 23, 2020•31 min
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...
Mar 15, 2020•32 min
Don is a US army veteran living with a diagnosis of Schizophrenia. He has a young family and lives in Kathleen, Georgia. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #stigma 00:00:23: Introduction to the Episode 00:00:44: The Origin of Don's Mental Health Problems 00:07:59: Recall of Severe Delusion 00:10:29: Discussing Don’s Hospital Experiences 00:12:12: Conversing on Other People's Perception of His Illness 00:15:27: Discussion about Struggling with Voices 00:17:30: Chat on Influence of Media On Schizophre...
Feb 23, 2020•35 min
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 wit...
Feb 01, 2020•27 min
