Episode 79 - The Stigma of Severe Mental Illness

Having a severe and persistent mental illness is difficult – especially when the stigma of certain diagnoses negatively influences treatment. On today’s episode, Ann discusses her up and down experiences in the mental health system and her important perspectives on how therapists talk about their clients. Plus, we explore the landmark research on first impressions that explains how the therapeutic relationship is shaped within the first few seconds of treatment.

Introduction: 0:00 – 6:10

Part One: 6:10 – 46:49

Part Two: 46:49 – 1:21:22

Show Notes:

Carrie Wiita

I'm an actor and blogger living in Los Angeles with my beautiful dog, Chance!

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