What it’s like living with schizophrenia

New Living Well With Mental Illness PODCAST! / @livingwellwithmentali...
HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL
We depend on the support of our audience to create this valuable resource. If you have found our content helpful, please consider supporting us today. Your contribution can make a huge difference and enable us to continue providing valuable resources to those living with mental illness.
• One-time donation: donate.stripe....
• Monthly donation: / livingwellwithschizoph...
JOIN OUR ONLINE PEER SUPPORT COMMUNITY
Join a welcoming community of your peers and find comfort in sharing your experiences. By joining our community, you can benefit from the support of others who understand what you’re going through. We offer live weekly facilitated video peer support groups and text channels to communicate about a wide range of topics. Join today and start feeling less alone with what you’re going through.
• Schizophrenia Peer Support Community: www.schizophre...
• General Mental Illness Peer Support Community: www.onlinepeer...
MENTAL HEALTH APPAREL
Wear your support for mental health! Our t-shirts, sweaters, and mugs not only spread awareness but also help support this channel. Pick up some mental health apparel today and make a statement while making a difference.
livingwell.mys...
SPEAKING & CONSULTING
Looking for an expert speaker or consultant for your upcoming event or project? With years of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, I can provide the insight and inspiration you need to make a positive impact. Visit my speaking website to learn more!
www.laurenkenn...
SOCIALS
Instagram: / livingwellwithschizoph...
TikTok: / livingwellschizophrenia
Twitter: / lwschizophrenia
Website: www.livingwell...
#schizophrenia #schizoaffective #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalhealth #mentalillness #psychosis

[@unawild7186]

You are totally amazing how you communicate & reassure others on such a “taboo” mental illness. Love to you & your beautiful children & partner. X 🤗💞💫

[@deborahbergman3566]

Completely. We as a society have soooo much to learn from people like her. Bless this woman and her courage to be frank with all of us.

[@etcetraetcetra3173]

I didn't understand schizophrenia, other than paranoia, until I watch Ryan Reynold's movie called The Voices. Maybe it doesn't explained the whole thing, but it made me understand it a little bit better.

[@stephj9378]

Poor girl...

[@JJUDIT100]

👏👏Bravo!! ❤

[@mysterym444]

I've been through all this bs and literally did yoga and mantras and it went away. She's basically psychic but tuned into the armpit 4d realm where all the creatures and weird ass residual kooky energy and thought forms reside. We're going places folks 🎉

[@DemaGeek]

I have never heard schizophrenia described first-hand, thank you for helping me to understand more deeply. I can't imagine living with all of those symptoms, much less how scary they might be. Your courage and confidence are inspiring!

[@veeayume5566]

I living with these thing

[@sheenahope3586]

Well said! I feel the same way!

[@Froggie757froggiefroggiefroggi]

Can you tell me what you thought it was before you heard this video,?Some people have paranoid schizophrenia and it's far worse and they live in a world of total fear and hide away with their blinds down and hide under their bed covers because their brain terrifies them,they stay away from others and it's very rare for them to commit violent crime,99% will hurt or kill themselves than ever want to get another person,they have an unusual closeness with animals and animals seem to be very drawn to these people.

[@hieromalo4147]

A service dog can help you differentiate with what is real and what isn't. I know a guy who is schizophrenic and it's very simple to train a dog to be able to help you. Stay strong young lady. It's very clear that you have a beautiful soul.

[@annoymousme722]

❤ the idea of a service dog for this. Something I have never heard of.

[@hieromalo4147]

@annoymousme722 You can train them yourself or pay to have someone train them. But most dogs pick up on energy. Everything in life has energy. The simplest command can be beneficial. I'm a homeless veteran and if you'd like to further pursue this idea, i will travel to you and help. I'll be available. I got you. I've heard noises and my dog never flinched. But if my neighbor opened his barbecue grill, he'd alert me. I can help you. Idk how to give my personal information over KZbin but i can help you

[@Bdkdklllvv]

I wonder if animals can get something equivalent to schizophrenia?

[@jomansson5742]

​@@Bdkdklllvv retired veterinarian here, never heard of it, but brain tumours can cause behaviours that are completely out of character, also heavy metal poisoning, parasites, toxaemia, end stage liver disease, that appear delusional, as they do in people. As with people it's good to rule out diseases first. Once I thought a dog was acting possessed, which it had been for 4 years, no other signs. We saw it trying to pull its leg off. We tried pain killers and it fixed it.

[@sonnenblumefrau2048]

It depends. My best friend deals with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and unfortunately a lack of empathy when it comes to animals. She sees them as nothing more than animals, not family.

[@RestlessRiver]

My younger cousin was diagnosed with schizophrenia a few years ago. She had just married her high school sweetheart and had a baby. Within a year of her wedding, her husband had divorced her and took her baby daughter to the other side of the country. Even my aunt and her 2 sisters abandoned her. I’ve been trying to help her stay on her feet, but I was also in my 20’s when this first came about and I had no idea about schizophrenia or how to help her. Anyway, I really appreciate these videos, because it’s given me further insight into what my cousin may be experiencing, since she can’t really verbalize it

[@slugface322]

He left for his and the child's well being. That is what a father does.

[@user-rp1cw6mr8i]

@@slugface322no he broke vows

[@L.K.Rydens]

​@@slugface322How do you know why he left?

[@L.K.Rydens]

For most people with mental health issues, communicating it is something you learn with time (I have bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD), and I'm so glad you have stayed, since these illnesses do kill people, and isolation is not good ❤️ I hope your sister finds the help that she needs ❤️ also, remember that you can help get her help (or at least try to), but it's not your job to save her ❤️ that's something only she can do, and carrying that weight can break anyone, so don't put that on yourself, and can also contribute to the person not getting the help they need ❤️ I wish you both the best❤️

[@slugface322]

@L.K.Rydens How do you know why he didn't stay?

[@beapower7045]

My mum had schizophrenia, & seeing you managing your symptoms & living a good life warms my heart & brings me joy. I'm really happy for you. Much love from Canada. 😊

[@EddieSpaghetti07]

@beapower7045 you are super handsome ❤

[@Jack54275]

You seem to have way sharper communication and cognitive skills than most average folks do and that after facing all the challenges you laid out is a testament to your strength of character. Best wishes.

[@judithmcfarland943]

My heart is with you. My son had schizophrenia and worked really hard to manage it. He passed away eleven years ago. I miss him every day. Continue to do what you are doing. You're amazing.

[@ArrestedOnCommand]

My condolences are with you, sir. I can't imagine the pain you must have felt. I'm sure you're an amazing human being and your son is definitely proud of you :)

[@NoMoreTears4All]

What a blessing you are for each other. ❤❤

[@FrankPalmer-m6o]

I am a therapist in Nevada. I have recommended your videos to several of my clients and they feel it is very helpful. I appreciate you sharing your fixed delusions and your story. As a therapist I would love to talk to you sometime and become a better therapist. I have been in the field since 2004. I love the way you are open and honest about your life. You have helped several of my clients and have helped them remain out of the hospital and have a productive and happy life. I appreciate your videos. If you have some time, I would love to speak to you and learn how to better help others.

[@AdrienneJung.M]

What part of NV? I’m worried that my husband might be developing schizophrenia, he doesn’t see things but has delusions and extreme paranoia… anyway I would really like him to go see someone

[@cathydavis4850]

I grew up with a dad who had paranoia schizophrenia. He never ever even knew that I knew I am so glad that you were speaking out and educating people. God bless you.

[@Froggie757froggiefroggiefroggi]

Paranoid schizophrenia is the most serious of mental illness and very difficult to manage.

[@jenniferhergert4447]

For anyone who doesn't know (I didn't a while ago): Positive symptoms are things that you have and negative symptoms are things that you don't have or that you have less compared to other people. It has nothing to do with the symptoms being good or bad.

[@MsDunkin123]

Not quite: positive symptoms reflect an excess or distortion of normal function (eg, delusions, hallucinations, disorganized behavior), negative symptoms refer to a diminution or absence of normal behaviors related to motivation and interest (eg, avolition, anhedonia, asociality) or expression (eg, blunted affect, alogia).

[@Bombabingbong66]

​@@MsDunkin123Try to explain clearly what these symptoms mean. You can read this online but if you want to make a useful comment, define them.

[@MsDunkin123]

@@Bombabingbong66 this isn't a TedTalk. Very limit character availability. It's YOUR job to research more if interested or contact your provider, not mine. Sorry

[@meghananne504]

In school, I learned about two types of symptoms associated with schizophrenia conditions: positive symptoms and negative symptoms. Positive symptoms are characterized by the presence of something extra, such as hallucinations. On the other hand, negative symptoms involve the absence or reduction of certain abilities or traits, like blunt affect, which affects facial expressions.

[@cherylmillard2067]

@@Bombabingbong66 It was very useful as well as informative, instead of demanding that everything be spoon fed to you, you can be proactive, look it up yourself and actually learn something, I looked a couple terms up. Why does everything have to be dumbed down to cater to the lazy?

[@christabranca]

I've been a mental health RN since 1989...and through my inpatient and outpatient career, I can honestly I've never seen such a gifted young lady explain such a complex illness -- in general terms and through your eyes. My eyes welled up a bit at the triumph thru the pain in watching you shine. You are a rare and bright gift to the world, and the MH community. KEEP SHINING and never let the word "can't " hold space in your mind. You CAN. You were are a spark of joy and hope that ignited me today, and I personally am blessed. Blessings always! If you ever want an ear, i would be happy to listen. ❤🙏

[@crapschamp4206]

She is highly intelligent I think she may have been through higher education might be a dr.my dad had a gift of drawing and really smart.my young girl is 31 and has this.i don't draw well but she did.in her 20s some days are better then others but she needs help.the cops say put her away.but I told the guy she's not a dog she's my daughter.sister gave up and her mother moved and dropped her off at my house .I got a lot of love and can put up with a lot.after 7 months she's been off meds recently went back on them gets a shot once a month.ill try to get her on the keto diet it seems like it help this girl. Dr Wallach writes a lot of books ,in one he said that for this disorder there are five things that are high or too low vitamin d copper and three other things that cause to her voices or get angry.very smart man.

[@zieuc964]

My best friend/little brother has paranoid schizophrenia and was diagnosed a few years ago. It’s such a misunderstood thing. People always assume someone with schizophrenia is a psychopath or a dangerous criminal, when in reality he’s one of the smartest, most sweetest kids I know. Even I look up to him sometimes. I think people need to learn to be more open minded and hear other people’s stories before judging. Sure, sometimes when he tells me his delusions or his paranoia thoughts they worry me, but that doesn’t mean he’s harmful and that goes for everyone. Never make someone feel bad for their struggles.

[@tikigod1166]

Talking about mental illness is things we need to talk more about. I suffer from severe anxiety and depression, panic disorder and social anxiety and I fight with it every day. Big hugs girlfriend!

[@kimberlypatton205]

Yes, same here. I have experienced the reactions of many people that range from genuine empathy and understanding to those who “pooh-pooh” me off as “faking it” or even “doing it to get attention”….But believe me , if I needed attention that bad I’d whip out some of my watercolors and drawings or pot you up a big pot of flowers. Hey people! Don’t judge without understanding!

[@mattfrost4397]

I work in the mental health field and this message is real! Keep being you and share your journey

[@davidwavidshmavider]

Agreed.

[@marcirobins5144]

My cousin had it. He was the most kindest, gentile person. If I saw him out, I would talk with him and tell him it’s time to go home. And he would go home. ❤

[@Gemmarose9012]

Sounds exactly like a friend I had, Mikey. He would wander for hours so I always told him to go home if I saw him out.

[@Catalystresource]

Thank you for presenting this as an illness instead of people afflicted being called crazy, as if it's their fault or it's a crime or character defect. With treatment, in this video you come across as a very intelligent, articulate normal human being and then you have episodes just like someone who has seizures or unmanaged diabetes. People taking their meds is a huge problem, especially for the homeless. Remember that your spirit and your higher self and whatever you consider a higher power is greater than anything biochemically or organically that is going on in your body or brain! Harness that power and love 💕

[@Lisa-mf6vy]

I think that it's amazing that you're so self aware of your illness. Love that you're so open.

[@Marcycat7]

I support you and the way you communicate so well.🎉

[@neocortex8638]

It's not an illness it's a superpower in a world full of fake people

[@aphasia6676]

I too have schizophrenia you're not alone in this. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@Coach.Kallista]

Dr. Abram hoffer resolved schizphrenia 75%(?) of the time within 30 days through high dosages of vitamins.(Vit B,...?) DoctorYourself.com can give you more information.

[@LucasTheSniper10]

so do i

[@Anonymous-z3y8s]

God bless you I’m going through the same thing❤

[@Anonymous-z3y8s]

I know it’s difficult to deal with a disorder sometimes you feel all alone😢

[@timetraveler9518]

Me too

[@sandragreen3423]

my daughter has schizoaffective disorder. You help me to feel that she's not the only one out there and there is still hope

[@عثمانالثبيتي-ت7ح]

Of course there is still hope don't worry buddy

[@mischelemiller5020]

My brother has had this since 16 he is now 41. The most loving person! I wish our country would catch up to the times so there was more help and understanding in the world! Maybe this Is where we start

[@ambriadaniels-dovolis7496]

🙄 oh brother...

[@jananabanana3180]

Oh Honey.... with Jesus Christ there is ALWAYS HOPE.......😊❤❤ !!!

[@sereneanna4040]

​@paulbunyan6024Amen🙌🏻👑✝️🦅💪🏼😊🕊🕊🕊 i was delivered from fear, anxiety, depression etc at 63 yrs old after seekin God for decades and battlin e 👿 God was with me in my darkest moment

[@JakiBindon-yb5jx]

WOW, YOU ARE ONE BRAVE GIRL, WELL DONE FOR TALKING ABOUT IT SO OPENLY.. IT'S PPL LIKE YOU THAT HELP BREAK THE STIGMA THAT'S ASSOCIATED WITH PPL WHO HAVE AND SUFFER WITH MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES.. I myself suffer with mental health, and hearing you talk about it,helps give me a little bit of confidence to maybe talk openly with my family and friends about it .. SENDING POSITIVE THOUGHTS YOU'RE WAY, WITH LOVE ❤❤❤

[@AngelMaggieGeorgeSwan.]

I don't have your illness but thank you for sharing your story

[@urmila16]

You're self-awareness is admirable. Bless you. Your sharing empowers others.

[@willgaukler8979]

information is power

[@kerri-lynnbrazier5642]

Thank you for your bravery in speaking out so candidly. You have a beautiful soul

[@curiouser-and-curiouser]

Bravery is doing what's popular & partaking in the latest trend of exploiting one's disadvantages for personal gain? Good for her to do what every idiot on social media is doing. So brave.

[@davelevison7252]

It's not bravery, you don't deserve a metal for having a mental illness

[@bexraphaela]

It’s lovely to see someone so honest and open about themselves ❤

[@Ms_AP_]

I wonder if the "medication is poisonous " thinking is the illness trying to protect itself from being wiped out. Good on you for being strong and pushing past that thinking.

[@Mimpetel]

My brother is schizophrenic and when he was first diagnosed and really showing his symptoms it was like I lost him. He’d forget we’d literally just spoken while he’s stood in front of me seconds after the conversation. It took a while, some impatient help and two types of anti psychotics and I have him back. He’s consistent and his lovely self again. When he first was hospitalised when he’d call we wouldn’t know what mood he’d be in or how the conversation would go. I’d be tag teaming with my mum quickly informing each other of his temperament. Sending love to you and yours He’s having some lul affects from his meds not feeling quite right. Currently lost motivation to get up and work out etc. Hope I can get him going again because he really thrives and loves moving and exercising We were made to feel almost scared of him when first supporting him but we just stuck with him and rode his symptoms. He’s so creative and wonderful I hope he can get back on track with it

[@SharonLetchford-gg3gz]

God bless you, your amazing & appear to cope well by understanding your mental health. My sister has scixi affective disorder, I'm hoping & praying she's doing well.🙏🤍

[@Rohan_Trishan]

Thats amazing he made a recovery, and how you stuck by and supported him. That takes alot of patience (and some luck and dedication on his part). I hope he keeps making improvements. My sister has schizophrenia but she didn't really recover. We all tried for many years but she had bad addiction issues and never took her psych meds =/ Or tried different ones to see what worked. She basically homeless on the streeets now. Sad but it happens. Wish the best. GL.

[@Froggie757froggiefroggiefroggi]

What he do to make you feel scared?

[@karenyoudenvengeruk2897]

Those pills will turn anyone into a monster Dr's pills are evil

[@oksills]

What a beautiful young woman, claiming & explaining a very “heavy” illness. You did a beautiful job! Our daughter lives with this same challenge. Thank you for giving this once “covered up” illness and beautiful, relatable, & understandable “face”. ❤

[@TammySudol]

wow that sounds like a very challenging task to live with daily.... keep up the great work dealing with all & ❤everything... Tammy Sudol ❤❤❤......😮😮😮😢!!!♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

[@ejharkness]

Stop medicating your child's emotions and start treating your own instead

[@Dodoorknob]

⁠@@ejharkness You don’t know this parent, stop with the ableist bs. Not every person with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, anxiety and any other mental illnesses that causes paranoid and delusional thinking are medicated against their will. The original commenter left an innocent comment about their daughter, no need to be so hostile.

[@kamivelasquez3119]

@@Dodoorknob Plus they didn't state the age of their daughter. I doubt she's a child.

[@ShowUpGTD]

I get it. I was misdiagnosed because I experienced the same symptoms when I was diagnosed as BiPolar. It’s the scariest feeling to hallucinate. I’m glad that your meds are helping. 🙏🏾

[@MegaLumpkin]

Manic psychosis is extremely scary, it's weird to try and describe to someone who's never had a psychotic break but talking to other bi polars or scitzo affective ppl is the best way for me to prosses these extremely weird periods of time

[@lindaa2437]

I hope you have connected with knowledgeable and patient doctors that help you find the correct medication(s) to help you manage your illness. That can be quite difficult at first, but hang in there. Best wishes to you.

[@aislynnmari]

Schizo affective disorder?

[@nikiland24]

You’re an earth angel. A being with immense gifts to share with others. Sending you love and light 💚

[@privateprivate1865]

I believe so called schitzophrenic people are messangers

[@EASpiritualOracleSports]

That is exactly what she is!

[@jessj.jesusistheonlyway]

So I'm just wondering how do you send light? I hear a lot of people say that stuff like sending you Good Vibes or sending you light but I don't understand how they can do that

[@nikiland24]

@@jessj.jesusistheonlyway - each human lives within their own unique energy biofield, this is proven and can be seen with science/light cameras, it’s actually an art form first documented and publicly shown over 100 years ago. Our thoughts create light and if one knows how to tap into their own energy field, can send that energy anywhere on planet earth in a nanosecond, which will also create/add light to that humans biofield. If one is religious, you can think of it like a prayer 😁.

[@truthbetoldtransformations4397]

@@jessj.jesusistheonlywayjust set the intention and hold your hands up and believe and know it’s done

[@mauraleib]

Thank you for humanizing this issue and best of luck living with your symptoms. It’s so valuable to see people with scary diagnoses looking like average people and coping with it. Best of luck! ❤❤

[@margaretgrover4181]

I truly appreciate your sharing. People need to know more about this disorder.

[@julie3722]

It's no disorder because there is no standard human being on which you can compare yourself.

[@foxnight5872]

So proud of you being medicated and staying healthy. Sadly my mother did not medicate as recommended and it let to severe abuse of me and foster children. As I child who had to live through that, seeing someone take hold of their mental facilities and not letting it control their life you are an inspiration!

[@NotAmillenial90smillenial]

I stopped medication for what is supposedly schizo-affective disorder. To me, I have the same people following me telling me they are going to kill me constantly, and they narrate everything i do. I am better without the medication and knowing how rational i have been my entire life until this arose, I know I have been chipped in my ear and they see what i see and know my thoughts because we speak telepathically

[@dc7537]

Be very very proud of yourself. Not many people will ever know or or even begin to understand how hard you have worked to get yourself to this stage of recovery, People just don’t get it or how difficult it is just to get through a single day with this form of mental illness. Thank you for sharing this video and explaining about schizophrenia. It is so important.

[@kimlorton3002]

@dc, you did eloquently !

[@suekennedy4716]

Bless you, no one ever describes it, stay well my friend ❤

[@AprilReigns18]

I had a roommate in the mental ward with schizophrenia. She didn't seem distressed and was laughing and talking to whoever she was seeing. It was a room with me, her, and two other girls. We always tried to get her talking and be part of the conversation but she really was like in another world and I hope it was a better one than the real walls that closed us in and blocked the sky.

[@codrutaoprean3979]

I have schizoaffective disorder, depressive type and your videos help me so much. Despite it all you are highly functional and that gives us all hope ❤

[@nyquil762]

Keep being you nice lady. You deserve to be happy. Be well🙏🏽💯😊

[@wyrdadventures]

Thank you for sharing! We need to get rid of the stigma of mental illness. Your information helps people realize people with schizophrenia are not scarey, just a normal person with some chemical imbalances that can be controlled with meds. Bless you!

[@tksmokahontas7692]

I think it’s so great that u can speak on your mental issues. Most people hide it because of judgement people think it’s not real when it rly is

[@srdking079]

No hun you are gifted and have a 6th sense you can see and hear what others cannot. It’s society who made it up as a mental condition calling people crazy who have it. You will one day understand exactly what I am saying. God speed!

[@jenniriley482]

Not necessarily. There is a fine line between her condition and what you are saying. We all do have those abilities, but with schizophrenics, it's more jumbled and not easy to tell the difference. Although a good way to differentiate is if the "voices and visions" are helpful or not. Spirit and energy doesn't lie and won't make you do something you don't want to do or harm yourself or others. They won't tell you anything negative about your self either. It

[@ratk0zm0z]

I have schizophrenia too and am on disability and feel like I have no place in the world. You are so brave and very very inspiring ☀️

[@DearestDawn]

Do you think being on disability actually hinders you from pursuing your plans?

[@ratk0zm0z]

@@DearestDawn I’m on disability because of symptoms that make me unable to do most things by societal norms like leave my house for long periods of time or not having the awareness to drive or not being able to be in public places or able to speak aloud effectively etc I have 5 diagnoses and all those symptoms add up to me not being very effective in this society. I have no normal dreams I just want to be warm, dry, fed, and able to make art and learn stuff. I hate me for not being able to do stuff people don’t even consider as “doing something” it’s pathetic. My plans are to live tiny and create but it’s not at all what most would think normal or see me as part of the world

[@ratk0zm0z]

@@DearestDawn also with my disability I am not allowed to have a debit card, a savings account, own a car, get a loan, go to school, get married have a certain amount of money at one time and on and on

[@ratk0zm0z]

@@DearestDawn to the US government a disabled person has to live like a disabled person or your not disabled it’s a creepy catch 22 and especially with mental health they would rather you die than to have to keep giving you 800-1000 dollars a month to stay housed and fed

[@DearestDawn]

@@ratk0zm0z I didn't know that you were living in Canada

[@daisygirl1217]

Kudos to you for being so open about something that is so very personal. Knowledge is power and you are educating others to understand what they don't understand.

[@natalienicolaou1]

I'm a mental health nurse and I love this video. What I tell people is if someone tells you they haven't been touched by mental illness either personally or by family history, then they're lying or just haven't been diagnosed yet. Depression, anxiety, ptsd and even psychosis are very common. Thank you for destigmatizing it!

[@strangementalitypaperYT]

She's not schizophrenic. If you watch her channel, she says she's schizoaffective. She uses them interchangeable but I'm sure you know they aren't the same,

[@natalienicolaou1]

Absolutely, two different dx.

[@lifeisgood070]

@@strangementalitypaperYT really appreciate you mentioning that. Part of her talking was not adding up to me in my head. Makes much more sense with the diagnosis you mentioned.

[@tiguidankecisse3410]

How can I get someone help that may be schizophrenic but is refusing to acknowledge or go get health

[@natalienicolaou1]

You can call your local police to come out and do an assessment if you feel they are a danger to themselves or others. Otherwise, unfortunately, if they are unwilling to get help not much you can do. Maybe you can make it a condition of living with you if they live at home. People have free will, so you cant really force them.​@tiguidankecisse3410

[@chefbenardee1408]

This video makes me feel better abou5 my own mental health struggles... you are truly beautiful inside and out and I am in full support of your journey

[@maryyork6401]

I'm so sorry for your illness. I'm sure it isn't easy.God bless you. Stay positive. 😊

[@dellanira6327]

I'm so sorry this is happening to you. My daughter is struggling with the same thing. It's so hard to protect her from herself. 💖

[@safffff1000]

Diet, allergies and nutrient levels. Have all checked and adjust accordingly

[@hopewillfindaway9062]

Its demons and you can be delivered from them! Repent of your sins and ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior. Believe he is the Son of God, who died as an atonement for your sins and was resurrected to life on the third day, and is now at the right hand of Father God. Ask him to deliever you from your demons. He will restore you. Jesus loves you so much.

[@tonyagraz9244]

Thank you for talking about it. GOD bless you ❤

[@drjones6567]

​@hopewillfindaway9062 I don't think this is very helpful. I do believe it can happen. But even Jesus himself said some require prayer and fasting. It's not always so black and white. On the other hand, I do believe some things are due to genetic issues. Things out of our control. In this case, it is like Paul who said he must bear the "thorn in his side". Many speculate it was a speech problem. Whatever it was God did not heal him of it. But through Paul's weakness God made him stronger to deal with it. So no, this isn't cut and dry. For instance when I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis months after giving birth to my first child, God told me healed me through this illness. I knew instantly he meant issues in my heart and life. Since that day God has never let me down and carried me through every dark day. So no, not everything is demonic and not belief alone cannot purge such things.

[@dellanira6327]

@@hopewillfindaway9062 I am a pentecostal so I can appreciate what you are saying. But for those who do not believe, God has shown his mercy and grace through medical professionals. Unfortunately, this could be more problematic for some individuals who are already struggling to get a grip on their mental health. I understand you, I really do. God healed me from depression, anxiety, epilepsy, suicidal tendencies, hearing voices, and much more! Unfortunately for my daughter, she is not a believer. So I pray that God guides her doctors. I get that you mean well, but there is a time for everything. It is simply not her season.

[@ellielfeld]

Thank you for taking the time to give everyone a glimpse into what schizophrenia is really like for you. I think helping people see a person rather than a disorder. ❤

[@scottmcclure8933]

I had something hit me when I was a paramedic many years ago. I was thinking, “you know Scott. How do you actually know these people are in contact with a place, we have no knowledge of, but they do?… are we the ones that are not hearing things when we should be?” that hit my head. I changed my attitude towards the treatment of my psychiatric patients 180°.

[@jenniferbower6286]

This was very informative and appreciated. My nephew had schizophrenia, he just passed away in July. His name was Lucas, he was 34. He unfortunately preferred to live out on the streets and got from state to state somehow. He was such a good kid, a great guy but he bought some drugs laced with fentanyl and it took his life. This short popped up on my feed. You did a very nice job explaining it, thank you.

[@alisonmercer5946]

😢that's so sad ❤

[@SilverBull30]

Praying you u and ur loss 🙏 im 35 and can relate.

[@jenniferbower6286]

@@SilverBull30 thank you very much 🙏❤️‍🩹

[@TigerLily408]

Im so sorry you have to deal with that. Bless you. I hope you continue to manage it well.

[@AngloAm]

I can only imagine how horrible schizophrenia must be - a hell. I'm amazed that you are able to deal and even make such polished content.

[@michaelwade3632]

I have schizophrenia. I wasn’t diagnosed until thirty one but I’ve lived with it since I was a teenager. It’s not the easiest thing to deal with. I suffer from both auditory and visual hallucinations. Until watching this I didn’t know that smells were part of it. I’m constantly smelling things that no one else can smell, and it’s frustrating because sometimes they are so real to me I feel like the people around me are messing with me by saying they smell nothing. Thank you for making me realize I’m not crazy.

[@NotTheMothMan2.0]

That long and you never even ponderd that possibility?😐

[@cherrypico3188]

Tell you one thing you definitely didn't imagine and that is that that haircut is beautiful and so are you. Thanks for spreading the awareness. Keep on being awesome! You got this!

[@willardwilliams4676]

After reading the Washington Post article today (6/1/2023) about a woman named Alice diagnosed with schizophrenia wrongly for decades, if I were you I would consider seeking treatment for Lupus to determine if that will help you. It seems doctors have recently realized brain inflammation and autoimmune disorder may cause similar symptoms as schizophrenia but it is actually Lupus. I only wish I had known this for my twin brother before it was too late.

[@ambermichellenope9549]

Thanks for sharing this!

[@michaelkurtz1967]

Vegans are demanding animals free products and pharmaceutical companies are switching animal proteins for soy based proteins in many medications. Soy is a major allergen.

[@daisygirl1217]

I have been misdiagnosed 2x and both times it caused so much issues for me. It's so important to be accessed by a psychiatrist who REALLY knows and understands disorders.

[@sula1529]

Wow

[@Jayla-dj2gj]

Exactly. The brain is just down stream from the root causes. Disgusting psychiatrist just love to drug you up without looking for the cause. Brain inflammation due to infections both viral and bacterial etc.. along with the autoimmune aspect should never be ignore. Don't forget our brain has an immune system(neuro immune) that can turn on itself.

[@kathleen6873]

You go girl! I love how you teach people!! I have bipolar depression and it's good to teach people about stuff about mental illness! stigma is so high on meant illness. Thank you so much for teaching others with beautiful smile on your face very grateful thank you!!

[@sweetyface4672]

Thank you for your OPEN, HONEST, EXPLANATION!! I APPRECIATE YOU! There are so many people who have no idea about mental health in general! ❤

[@donnalynn286]

I can only imagine how difficult it must be.im glad your medication helps you to manage your symptoms. I hope this video helps others with the same issues.

[@snookstheoriginal]

You are a warrior. I love seeing people.with mental health issues fighting for their lives and winning.

[@velvetbees]

You sweet lady. Thank you for sharing your life story. I am writing a short story about a young schizophrenic who is misunderstood, but eventually finds compassionate people to help him. Your videos have good info and they make people have compassion for people with Schizophrenia.

[@Herabsenceofficial]

it's exactly like you're describing my girlfriend, she has schizophrenia. love her so much, can't imagine life without her ♡

[@chine8199]

Brave, strong person! My son deals with this disease too. Sending you so much love.

[@jeninga1976-v3s]

Thanks so much for this PSA. We all need to understand and accept those who are dealing with mental illness.

[@ganndeber1621]

I hope everything works out for you, it must be so difficult having this illness. Thank you for explaining it.

[@emilywilson8289]

I had a neighbour who had schizophrenia and he wouldn't take his meds as he also thought that the doctors were trying to kill him, he was paranoid about the birds saying things about him, I always heard him shouting at them, he always would shout things at them like I know what you're saying, it was so hard to watch him going through this, very sad as he was a really nice guy and always used to help me with my garden ❤

[@study1075]

I agree, my aunt has schizophrenia and she was telling us that the birds had cameras on themselves to film her and spy on her. She told us that someone comes into her room from the window and sprays poison around to poison her. And she claims that my uncle poisoned her water. It always happened when she didnt take her medicine. She thinks she doesn't need the medicine and that the doctor wants to poison her aswell. I cant count how many cases happened, thats the reason why everyone in my family distanced themselves from her for safety. I actually had another aunt with schizophrenia, but unfortunately she died after she threw herself from the window. My family suspects that this disease runs in our family. All this happened after her husband cheated on her. That was a small trigger that caused her trauma and schizophrenia. We tried to help but she didnt want to, she didnt trust us.

[@morfdq]

Wow. I’m glad you had the courage to educate us. I wish you nothing but happiness in your life

[@nancyd6770]

My heart goes out to you, Sweetie 😢 It is very brave if you to talk about it.

[@shalacarter5798]

The most annoying symptom for me is scent. I live with three guys who barely have a sense of smell, so I can never tell if something out of the ordinary is an actual sand or and hallucination.

[@sarahjaye4117]

Ugh, frustrating. I don’t have schizophrenia but a bunch of other disorders and hear and smell things really strongly that often others don’t so I can only imagine if it’s a kind of hallucination hearing someone say no I didn’t notice it and not helping with differentiation

[@sereneanna4040]

​@@CBTB253Amen🙌🏻👑✝️🦅💪🏼😊🕊🕊🕊

[@beanyboomer5391]

@@CBTB253 is Mohamed OK to try too?

[@tonyabiondo4032]

​@beanyboomer5391 look up Mohammed & what he "actually" did, married, murdered, etc. Not some1 I'd follow...Jesus IS The Way, The Life, The Truth, The Light, & IS the Ultimate Healer!!! 🙌🏻

[@hjcip3934]

Pray against the demon of olfactory offense. Demon of imaginary scents, come up and come up. Fifteen minutes of this prayer and I would be surprised if it came back.

[@mystery._.m34t]

I used to have this fun lil hallucination where I’d here someone whispering into my ear and feel someone’s presenc as if they were standing over me whenever I closed my eyes. Sometimes I’d hear the whispering even with my eyes open. Most of the time I couldn’t even understand what they were saying, sometimes I’d say “what” and then they’d just go away. Mental illness is fun

[@lesliemccormick6527]

My foster kids' Dad had schizophrenia and would go off his prescription meds and self-medicate with street drugs bc he thought they were safer- he died of an overdose/fentanyl. He was vonvinced the "Hell's Angels were going to murder his kids" and would call me crying or shouting that I had to "bring them to him" and we all (including my bio kids) had to "go into hiding in a Government Shielded Bunker". Despite this horrid disease, he was always focussed on his children, though in a misguded way. So sad. He was still a better parent than their mother.

[@CheleChilindra]

Damn, how do you fight a bad wiring… God’s help? So silly to kno answers and not use it…. And F fentanyl and all those who prosper from it… not brothers keepers

[@nicolefitzgerald8216]

I’m VERY proud of this young woman. I’m an advocate for mental health and treatment for certain conditions. This is what we need the most.

[@livejeenawithstyle]

My sister's schizophrenia has completed destroyed our family, no job marriage I am normal still suffer as a caregiver

[@nyquil762]

I'm wishing you and your family great health and happiness.

[@Lovinia1]

My brother has it. One of his more visible symptoms is that he won’t every drink with ice. Ever. He heard a riddle about a person drinking poisoned ice and decided it was a premonition. We’re always careful not to give him ice in his drinks

[@hawaiapril]

This warms my heart so much. My mother is a paranoid schizophrenic & it’s been a life long journey to better understand her experience. ❤️

[@andre11214]

So was my father, that's why I'm here. Big hugs!

[@KarenSharin]

❤ bless you . I'm struggling with severe cptsd right now and just having so much compassion for others with mental health challenges . Trying to remember that life can feel good sometimes . ❤

[@sycxd]

Yup I can relate, I have schizoaffective but my psychosis isn't as bad. I really wish more people understood how the brain works and that yes it can have problems like any other part of your body.

[@allthingssonic]

As someone with depression, its good to know that my feeling/thoughts that medications are poison (when im trying to be on them) isnt actually a normal thought. I felt that way about prozac and venlafaxine and sometimes otcs like advil. I am doing therapy now (no meds for about 8 mos) but if i decide to go back on meds, I will file that symptom under "irrational thinking" if it happens again. So glad you are on meds and have treatment to help you manage!

[@funkymonkey8777]

Thank you for sharing so clearly on a very vulnerable and important topic. You’re a wonderful human being ❤

[@meemz7098]

My heart goes out to you. ❤Thank you for doing this and helping us better understand what goes on. Wishing you the best.

[@staciamartin923]

You are amazing! I’m so glad to see someone sharing what is a very stigmatized subject. Wishing you success with your channel and your wellness journey.

[@joleneplourde9885]

Thank you for sharing your diagnosis , what it’s like living with it and that you know to take your medications. My cousin has Schizophrenia and would do fine as long as she took her medication but she didn’t think she needed it so she’d stop taking it. I hear this is quite common. Wish there was more that could be done about that.

[@kisa229]

I had a male midddle aged neighbour who had schizophrenia, but it was out of control, as he'd stopped medication and was drinking. He'd have voices telling him to do things (e.g. smash the windows with a hammer), he believed that I had broken into his apartment, and basically stalked me, waiting for me outside my apartment, watching my windows, or ringing my doorbell in the middle of the night. I have him on tape saying that he'll never leave me alone. I felt really scared, and there was basically nothing I could do - I really felt left alone. At some point he almost kicked in my door and the emergency line refused to come help me. I get that schizophrenia is terrible for those affected, but I also feel there should be more in place to protect people against people with schizophrenia whose condition gets out of control. The issue with my neighbour was always that he couldn't be forced to be medicated or under surveillance or assistance as long as he hadn't actually attacked someone. But I sure wish there was more understanding for people in my situation

[@dp-kz5cs]

You poor thing , do tou have , an, adult protective servies , call someone hes gonna get hurt cuz i would have not handled this as nice as you!!

[@Esthertanyuhua]

i have schizophrenia too totally can relate to you. youre not alone.

[@Miss_1981]

Thank for being vulnerable and opening yourself up to us ❤ We learn new things each and everyday😊

[@molliewentworth9181]

I have raised my granddaughter who has had schizophrenia since she was a child (now 24). She is a beautiful woman. My hero actually. To witness her struggle, her courage, her faith….thank you for your courage ❤️

[@annebartells777]

My mom had schizophrenia. Unfortunately, it was in the sixties where treatments aren't as good. She went through a lot of shock treatments. You seem to really understand your disease and are very functional. Keep up the good work. I have a lot of respect for you

[@Leah-fs7qq]

Oh my good so did my grandma. She was never the same. And Im seriously scared of getting this. I wonder at which age do people get this or were they born like this.

[@annebartells777]

@@Leah-fs7qq when I was growing up, my dad used my mom's behavior to control me. Every time I responded something emotionally, he would say, " my greatest fear is you having schizophrenia." I was terrified my whole life that I had it. He made me think my feelings were the disease. I totally get you

[@jordynensor2081]

before i started taking antipsychotics i would have the most intense paranoid thoughts. similar to your example i somehow got it into my head that i had intestinal parasites but since i have literally no risk factors of getting parasites i convinced myself that my mom, who handles all my meds, must have been putting worms into my meds somehow. i’ve also noticed since taking the antipsychotics that the noises i hear at night have gotten significantly rarer. never been diagnosed with schizophrenia and i just assume these symptoms had to do with my bpd. thank you so much for sharing your story!

[@codiethememe1273]

Psychiatrists tried to diagnose me with schizophrenia when I was a child when I was having very bad insomnia and issues with sleep. I can have hallucinations and paranoia when sleep deprived but it doesn't usually happen unless that's the case. I don't think I genuinely have schizophrenia but I'm glad to see someone that experiences it living their life and talking about what it's like.

[@lilascharmante2712]

Sleep deprivation definitely can cause hallucinations. I hope that you have fixed your insomnia, it's a terrible problem to have.

[@Goldun-nah]

Not being able to sleep is a symptom for those who have schizophrenia and bi polar disorder. Bi polar 2 can lead to psychosis from sleep deprivation. I hope you are doing well

[@margot947]

Yes, the smelling thing I experience it when I was in psychosis. It was the first sign before the main voice spoke to me, usually it have a command order. I only experience this strong smell for 2 days of psychosis. I am still discovering about this challenge. Even though schizophrenia is difficult to deal with I am forcing my self to remember every detail of symptoms, voice, the trauma that caused it, every detail. I need to be reminded of what is passed, what is happening, what is important, and what to look for.

[@christiemyers5377]

I think 🤔 you are very assertive and smart . Thank you for sharing this.

[@jajiloves6626]

Please continue to take care of your mental health!! You’re amazing, thank you for sharing your story.

[@remknock]

Affirmations: I am the only being in control of my thoughts and emotions. My body belongs to me. I release any need to be a victim. I love and accept myself unconditionally.

[@Romdormer]

???

[@christinaslocum8761]

This does not heal mental illness. Affirmations are just rote sayings. If we have a psychological illness/disorder only medications, along with therapy, will temper the extremes of the symptoms. If you’re fortunate. I find after many years, that affirmations sound cliché and don’t help.

[@JD-yq3dd]

​@@christinaslocum8761God can heal.... Many with mental illness is demonic activity. Not saying that there aren't real cases.... But there is much to be said for spiritual wickedness battling God for the souls of men. Grace and peace in Jesus 🙏

[@modernchampionmusic81]

​@@Romdormeryea all medication is good 👍

[@Birthdaycakesmom]

I have found reaching for profound ideas can help with the paranoid/delusional thinking. As someone who read the chemical names of medications and thought that because of certain parts of the terms that they were poisonous and could kill me, I turned around, and this took so much effort, and said, “then I turn the poison into medicine,” an idea I got from studying Derrida, Plato, and Socrates, and I believe a perfect capitulation of the more positive attributes of mental illness.

[@LindanMichelle]

Thank you for sharing your journey, educating us about the challenges that people with schizophrenia live with. I’m grateful for your informative videos and wish you all the best 😊

[@victorcavuoto7369]

It's a wonderful thing that you're doing you're sharing with the world how you were dealing with your illness so it can help other people God bless

[@latishahogan2345]

Thank you I didn't know other people felt like this❤

[@latishahogan2345]

Everything ur saying I understand 💯 I didn't want to take meds however I would like so help

[@alisonpai3995]

I’m so sorry . Your a beautiful woman and from the way you explained everything, you’d never believe the things your facing. Sending hugs , and prayers and one tiny advice,,,,, “never give up “!!! ❤

[@littleflower3665]

I have schizophrenia too. I am medication compliant but still suffer from psychosis if things get off track. When that happens I receive an injection of Invega Sustena and it goes away. I struggle with hygiene and motivation terribly. I appreciate your video. Knowing I’m not alone.

[@asmanh3021]

Your channel is amazing and I’m new to it. Lots for me to ponder with my situation and so grateful to have found this as a comfort and resource:)))❤

[@Dafuqisdat]

You're not alone! Stay strong! It gets very scary sometimes but we got this!!

[@dannpd1955]

You are a very brave woman. Thank you for being so honest.

[@michaelsaavedra335]

I give you all the props in the world for being so confident and vulnerable. You’re so strong !