Posts Tagged ‘mental health’
Living with Vitiligo
Jarrett Brown Shares His Advocacy Story and Coins the Term Disease Party What does it mean to live with an autoimmune disease that people can see? Jarrett Brown shares his journey with vitiligo, breaks down the challenges of clinical trials and access to care, and explains why patient voices must be part of every health…
Read MoreNavigating a Brain Tumor Diagnosis
The Importance of Patient Advocacy In this conversation, Robin Strongin speaks with Chris and Nicole Gardner about their journey through a brain tumor diagnosis, the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, and the importance of having a support system during recovery. They share personal stories, insights on patient advocacy, and reflections on the emotional toll…
Read MoreCorporate Mental Health
Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace In this conversation, Ali Schroer, corporate mental health advisor and educator, Libby Burstein, policy advocate, lawyer, and Robin Strongin discuss the alarming rise in corporate spending on wellness juxtaposed with the decline in mental health and wellbeing among employees. They explore the need for effective mental health initiatives in the…
Read MoreNavigating the Challenges of Severe Depression
Breaking the Silence on Mental Health This conversation between Nora Super, Dr. Len Nichols and Robin Strongin delves into the complexities of mental health, focusing on personal experiences with severe depression, the role of family in care (especially post psychiatric hospital discharge for suicidal patients), the stigma surrounding treatments like ECT, and the challenges of employment discrimination.…
Read MoreThe Unlonely Project: Art as a Path to Connection
Healing Through Art: A Conversation with Dr. Jeremy Nobel In this conversation, Robin Strongin speaks with Dr. Jeremy Nobel about the intersection of art, healing, and loneliness. They discuss the Foundation for Art and Healing, the impact of loneliness on health, and how creative expression can serve as a therapeutic tool. The conversation also covers…
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