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When the loved one with SMI is your peer, your partner, there are some challenges that differ from parenting someone with serious mental illness. Support, Education and new mindsets can help.

Guests: Jeff Zuckerman, author of Unglued: A Bipolar Love Story - https://www.jeffzuckerman.com/

and Annie Jaeger, wellness coach and NAMI Family Support Group facilitator - https://www.anniejaeger.com/

Link to support group:

https://heypeers.com/meetings/44205/details

Scroll down for Lisa Wexler show links

We ask:

1. What do you see as the differences between being married to someone with a serious mental illness compared to the parent of someone with a mental illness.

2. How have your children been affected by your spouse's mental illness, and how do you navigate your role as both spouse and partner in that regard?

3. How do you set boundaries (a whole podcast in itself, no doubt) for yourself without guilt or shame? (Which can be a discussion about self-care.)

4. Since you co-facilitate one of the few support groups for partners of those with a mental illness, tell us about the benefits of support groups.

Lisa Wexler Links

https://www.instagram.com/lisawexler.radio/

https://www.lisawexler.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-trumps-plan-to-help-the-mentally-ill-good/id1063388065?i=1000721737436

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-new-drug-could-revolutionize-treating-mental-health/id1063388065?i=1000718001577

Also LISA on the LAW segments

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Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/

Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/

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Guest: Casie Fariello from Other Parents Like ME

• OPLM is an online platform and virtual community, designed to create a safe space with the access and support parents need as they move from crisis to healing.

Links: https://oplm.com/

Here are the social media links for Other Parents Like Me:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/otherparentslikeme
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/otherparentslikeme
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/other-parents-like-me
• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oplm

We’ve also created a one-month promo code for your: TRENCHES3

We Ask:

• Your mission and how/why it started
• resources available to parents like "us"
• is this limited to parents of teens with mental health issues, or can parents of older kids - and other relatives - benefit?
• what do you most want people to know?
• Tips for parents, even if they don’t pay the $ to join the community?

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A “Just Us” episode - inspired by listener input

Many listeners have asked us to do an episode about recovery that is “in the middle” - not miraculous, not superstar, but appreciating when “ordinary” is, in itself, a miracle.

Along the way we also talk about President Trump’s Executive Order on Homelessness - On July 24, the White House issued an Executive Order, “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets,” which directs federal agencies to make it easier to involuntarily treat people with serious mental illnesses as part of a bid to address homelessness across the United States.

Addressing Homelessness and Mental Illness

The group discussed President Trump's executive order on addressing homelessness and mental illness, with Randye, Mindy, and Mimi expressing concerns about the approach. They agreed that while affordable housing is important, it alone is not enough to solve homelessness, and that involuntary treatment must be accompanied by a robust mental health system. Mindy highlighted the need for both conservative and liberal support to create a comprehensive continuum of care, while the group criticized the lack of funding for mental health services under the current administration. They shared personal stories of individuals with mental illness who were unable to access appropriate treatment due to system failures, emphasizing the urgent need for a balanced approach that combines housing, treatment, and support services.

Challenges of Schizophrenia Recovery

The group discussed the challenges faced by individuals with mental illness, particularly focusing on those who are not in active psychosis but still experience significant negative symptoms. The Moms explained that recovery does not mean complete recovery but rather being in a process of improvement, and highlighted the eight principal negative symptoms of schizophrenia, including apathy, blunted emotions, social withdrawal, and anhedonia. The group explored how negative symptoms affect daily life and recovery for their sons.

Challenges of Schizophrenia's Negative Symptoms

The group discussed the challenges of managing schizophrenia, particularly focusing on negative symptoms and their impact on daily life.

Mindy shared her experience with her son Jim, who struggles with negative symptoms such as lack of initiative and social withdrawal, leading to isolation and difficulty engaging in activities.

Mimi shared her positive experience at Dr. Laitman's barbecue event with her son, emphasizing the value of community and understanding among families facing similar challenges.

The hosts also mentioned President Trump's executive order on homelessness and encouraged listeners to create local support groups for individuals with mental health issues.

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