Lived experience, trauma and the 'missing middle': Victoria's mental health royal commission

Lived experience, trauma and the 'missing middle': Victoria's mental health royal commission

Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of the struggles and triumphs within Victoria's mental health system. This episode of 'All In The Mind' takes you through the heart-wrenching story of Justin Hazelwood, who grew up caring for his mother with schizophrenia, amidst a backdrop of inadequate mental health services.

His poignant tale highlights the stark reality faced by many in Victoria, where mental health care has been described as a 'catastrophic failure.' The episode features insights from Professor Patrick McGorry, a key figure in the Royal Commission into Victoria's mental health system, and Sandy Jeffs, who shares her experience living with schizophrenia. You'll hear about the 'missing middle'—those who fall through the cracks of a system that fails to provide adequate care—and the urgent need for community-based solutions.

The Royal Commission aims to transform the landscape of mental health care, promising to implement its findings for a brighter future. Can personal stories like Justin's and Sandy's spark real change? Dive into this compelling narrative to explore the complexities and hopes for Victoria's mental health reforms.