Hello all! I'm very grateful to Ashley Smith for the chance to interview her about schizophrenia, her experience with the mental healthcare system and support networks, as well as what it is like to be a parent with schizophrenia! We also discuss her books and writing (Ashley has published seven books, runs the blog Overcoming Schizophrenia, and has served as a state Board Member for NAMI Georgia among many other things!).

Here are some links to learn more about Ashley or see her books:

Author Page:amazon.com/author/smithashleyBlog: inherownink.blogspot.comFacebook.com/inherowninkLinkedin.com/in/inherownink

Publishing Company Website:www.inherownink.com

Blog: http://overcomingschizophrenia.blogspot.com/

Timestamps: 00:00 - 1:27: How Ashley received a diagnosis of schizophrenia1:28 - 3:20: Navigating disclosure of schizophrenia and misconceptions3:21 - 4:48: Experiences with the mental healthcare system4:49 - 9:00: Advice for families members in supporting a loved one9:01 - 10:52: Reaching a good place10:53 -13:32 : What has your experience been with parenting?13:33 - 16:08: Joy after challenges16:09 - 19:07: Writing and books

As part of our standard disclaimer, we would like to note that this video is not meant to offer medical advice or endorse any particular policy or position– instead, we hope that our videos can be educational and decrease the stigma regarding neurodivergence and mental health.

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