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You Matter! Podcast Interview

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the You Matter! Podcast by host Karen Ortman, Associate Vice President, Campus Safety Operations NYU-NY. This interview explores common myths, symptoms, and ways to cope with schizophrenia and related conditions. The show looks at my recovery journey and focuses on the early warning signs, challenges of being looked at differently, and how I stay motivated to work on my recovery. Click here to listen.

I appreciate Karen for bringing awareness to schizophrenia because it is not given enough attention compared to other health issues. On the show we talk about my parenting concerns, alternative treatment options, and identify my new book. My book, What’s on My Mind? Volume I, Revised Edition (2022), is the updated version of my first blog book. It has a new introduction, final chapter, and added sections at the end of the book. It is available on my author page on Amazon.


The You Matter! Podcast was developed in 2019 by the Department of Campus Safety to inform the NYU community about resources that are available. To learn more about mental health conditions and where to get support visit NAMI and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

If you or somebody you know is having suicidal thoughts or needs support, contact the hotline below for information, immediate support, and guidance on where to get help. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1.800.273.8255


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