Sandy Jeffs

Author, poet, and mental health advocate with lived experience of schizophrenia. Co-author of 'Out of the Madhouse' and author of 'Flying with Paper Wings'.

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May 6, 2025 • 53min

Mental ill-health and the power of words

Sandy Jeffs, an author and mental health advocate living with schizophrenia, joins Fay Jackson, General Manager at Flourish Australia, and Michelle Blanchard, CEO of VANISH. They discuss the powerful impact of language on mental health stigma. Sandy shares personal narratives about the evolving terms that can either heal or harm. Fay highlights the importance of culturally sensitive language, while Michelle explores the significance of reclaiming labels. Together, they advocate for compassionate communication to foster understanding and reduce discrimination.

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