Podcast: What ’s It Like to Live with Schizophrenia?

In this episode of the Psych Central Show, hosts Gabe Howard and Vincent M. Wales welcome guest Tanara Simpson, a young woman who was diagnosed with schizophrenia in her 20s. In this interview, Tanara shares the story of her diagnosis, including the symptoms that led her from doctor to doctor, landed her in jail, and ultimately led to a physician who helped her get on the road to recovery. She talks about her partnership with Janssen Pharmaceuticals in helping her to get the word out about her story, and she shares how she maintains a positive attitude in spite of having a life-altering disease and works as a certified peer support specialist, helping others who have also been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Tanara’s story is truly an inspirational one. Show Highlights:   [2:18] Tanara describes the symptoms that ultimately led to her schizophrenia diagnosis. [4:42] Tanara describes the visual hallucinations. [5:17] Tanara identifies the turning point in her treatment. [8:50] Tanara talks about what helped her the most in her journey of recovery. [11:15] Tanara talks about the project she is working on to raise awareness about Schizophrenia.   Listen as Our Guest Speaks About Her Schizophrenia Diagnosis and Her Journey of Recovery “One thing my grandmother told me… she said, ‘You never know where this’ll take you in life. Don’t be discouraged about it.’ That just helped me get better…” ~ Tanara Simpson Proud Sponsor of The Psych Ce...
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