Advocating for Mental Health: A Deep Dive With Christa McDiarmid

Advocating for Mental Health: A Deep Dive With Christa McDiarmid

In this conversation, Dr, Suzanne Simpson and Christa McDiarmid explore the nuances of mental health advocacy, focusing on the importance of language, the distinction between 'client' and 'patient', and the implications of labeling mental health challenges as 'disorders'. Christa shares her personal experiences with bipolarity and psychosis, emphasizing the hope and potential for recovery. They discuss the critical roles of family, educators, and peers in supporting individuals facing mental health challenges, and the need for self-advocacy and accountability in the recovery process. The conversation highlights the importance of fostering a supportive environment and challenging stigmatizing language in mental health discourse.

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