Life with Schizophrenia - Rachel Star Withers

Living with Schizophrenia: Rachel Star Withers shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with schizophrenia at a young age and her journey navigating the challenges that come with this mental health condition. From hallucinations that began in childhood to undergoing controversial treatments like an exorcism and electroconvulsive therapy, Rachel opens up about the struggles she faced before finally getting the right diagnosis and treatment plan. With her signature dark humor and candid approach, Rachel discusses the importance of medication management, therapy, and having a support system when living with schizophrenia. She also touches on her experiences working in the entertainment industry, creating comics/content to raise awareness, and overcoming stigma. Rachel"s resilience and advocacy work are truly inspiring for anyone impacted by schizophrenia or other mental health issues. The description highlights the key points about Rachel"s personal experience living with schizophrenia, the treatments and self-advocacy she pursued, as well as her efforts to normalize discussions around this often-misunderstood condition through her creative work and outreach. Her openness and relatability make this an empowering watch for those on similar journeys. Follow Rachel Rachel Star Withers (@rachelstarlive) • Instagram photos and videos Follow us! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themindfulspace Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mindful.space/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themindfulspace777 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themindfulspace