Embracing Autism/Mental Health WorldwideAutism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. Despite increasing recognition, there remains a lack of understanding and awareness about the condition.Mental health encompasses a range of conditions impacting emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting millions globally. It includes disorders like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis. Schizophrenia is marked by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, while psychosis involves a loss of contact with reality, often presenting with similar symptoms. Despite growing awareness, stigma and misconceptions about mental health, particularly schizophrenia and psychosis, persist, underscoring the need for greater understanding and support.From celebrating neurodiversity to breaking down stigma, we create a safe space for listeners to learn, grow, and feel seen. Whether you're on the spectrum, a caregiver, or an advocate, join our global community for inspiring conversations and empowering resources that uplift and unite. Tune in to embrace understanding, healing, and hope worldwide!Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate society for individuals with Autism and Mental Illness.
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Embracing Autism/Mental Health WorldwideAutism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. Despite increasing recognition, there remains a lack of understanding and awareness about the condition.Mental health encompasses a range of conditions impacting emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting millions globally. It includes disorders like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis. Schizophrenia is marked by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, while psychosis involves a loss of contact with reality, often presenting with similar symptoms. Despite growing awareness, stigma and misconceptions about mental health, particularly schizophrenia and psychosis, persist, underscoring the need for greater understanding and support.From celebrating neurodiversity to breaking down stigma, we create a safe space for listeners to learn, grow, and feel seen. Whether you're on the spectrum, a caregiver, or an advocate, join our global community for inspiring conversations and empowering resources that uplift and unite. Tune in to embrace understanding, healing, and hope worldwide!Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate society for individuals with Autism and Mental Illness.
Justin Peck shares his journey of overcoming personal challenges and advocating for mental health.
He offers insights on building resilience and thriving through adversity.
Temple Grandin shares her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges to become a leading voice on Autism Awareness.
She tells of her unique perspective as an autistic individual and how she shaped her innovative approaches and her lifelong mission to promote understanding and inclusion.
Judge Milton Mack shares his mission to reform mental healthcare by advocating for better support systems and diversion programs for those with mental illness in the criminal justice system.
He emphasized the need for compassionate, community based solutions to address mental health crises, drawing on his extensive judicial experience.
Overcoming Insurance Obstacles for Mental Health Care with 'Cover My Mental Health'
In this episode, the founder of the nonprofit 'Cover My Mental Health' discusses their mission to help patients, families, and clinicians navigate and overcome insurance obstacles to access mental health care.
Caroline Levander talks about her new book 'Invent Ed.'
The episode delves into the intertwining of historical insights and innovative educational models to foster creativity and resilience in students.
In this episode Jason Moyle shares his powerful life story of living with cerebral palsy.
Jason discusses the challenges he faced since birth, including being born prematurely and struggling with mobility.
He also talks about his experiences with bullying during school and how his parents supported him through groundbreaking operations.
As an adult, Jason has excelled in his career, working at several jobs including as a presenter at CHBN Radio, and as a comedy writer.
He emphasizes the importance of mental strength, perseverance, and community involvement, despite the physical and emotional hurdles brought on by cerebral palsy.
Jason also highlights the need for greater empathy and understanding from society towards individuals with disabilities
Kati Morton, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, discusses her journey and her work on mental health.
Kati shares the inspiration behind her new book 'Why Do I Keep Doing This?' which explores the concept of control and the emotional patterns established during childhood.
Daniel Packard, a mechanical engineer and founder of Permanent Anxiety Solutions.
Packard shares his personal struggle with severe anxiety and how he developed a system that tackles anxiety at its root— the nervous system.
Ann Corcoran RN, MSN, Executive Director of the National Shattering Silence Coalition (NSSC) leads a nonpartisan effort to reform broken systems that fail the 14.2 million adults and 8 million children in the U.S. with serious brain disorders, commonly known as serious mental illness.(SMI)
The NSSC advocates for change to address discriminatory practices and neglect that leave individuals and families underserved.
In this episode, Neena Wagh shares her deeply personal journey raising her autistic son.
She highlights the challenges navigating limited resources and societal perceptions.
She discusses her non profit ALAP with early interventions strategies and fostering inclusion for autistic individuals.
In this episode Ian Keller along with his wife Danielle Keller talk about how they both navigated through the pandemic.
Ian shares his personal battle with agoraphobia and panic disorder, while Danielle, a clinical psychologist, speaks on mental health advocacy
Darren Harper shares his journey from martial arts esports to rehabilitation coach empowering individuals in Daventry, England to overcome physical and mental health challenges.
Discover how his holistic approach transforms lives through the charity's innovative fitness and recovery programs.
Sharon Eubank joins us to talk about her book "Doing Small Things with Great Love.
She highlights how empathy and the strength of being powerful where you live make3s communities stronger.
John Payne shares his journey of plane based nutrients
the conversation emphasizes the important of addressing gut health to improve neurological symptoms in autistic individuals
Special guest Dr. Steven Quay, a globally recognized physician-scientist and founder of Atossa Therapeutics, shares insights on breast cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment options.
The conversation highlights the importance of self-breast exams, mammograms, and understanding the different types of breast cancer and their survival rates
Dr Kirsten Viola Harrison talks about drawing from her decades of experience in Dissociative disorde units and her work with DID, schizophrenia, and PTSD.
She founded Soul Wise Solutions to bridge the gap while advocating for compassion.
in this episode Tara May shares her innovative approach to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces autism.
Through personal stories she reveals how Aspiritech's culture drives creativity, productivity, and success by valuing every individual's contributions.
Embracing Autism/Mental Health WorldwideAutism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. Despite increasing recognition, there remains a lack of understanding and awareness about the condition.Mental health encompasses a range of conditions impacting emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting millions globally. It includes disorders like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis. Schizophrenia is marked by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, while psychosis involves a loss of contact with reality, often presenting with similar symptoms. Despite growing awareness, stigma and misconceptions about mental health, particularly schizophrenia and psychosis, persist, underscoring the need for greater understanding and support.From celebrating neurodiversity to breaking down stigma, we create a safe space for listeners to learn, grow, and feel seen. Whether you're on the spectrum, a caregiver, or an advocate, join our global community for inspiring conversations and empowering resources that uplift and unite. Tune in to embrace understanding, healing, and hope worldwide!Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate society for individuals with Autism and Mental Illness.
