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Mental Health Business: Anti-Stigma Programs with Malkia Newman
Mental Health Business: Anti-Stigma Programs with Malkia Newman
Mental Health Business: Anti-Stigma Programs with Malkia Newman
Monday 10th June 2019
Join Malkia Newman as she shares her inspiring journey with bipolar disorder and CNS Healthcare's Anti-Stigma Program on Mental Health News Radio.
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Episode Overview
- Malkia Newman shares her personal journey with bipolar disorder.
- Discussion on CNS Healthcare's peer-led Anti-Stigma Program.
- Importance of arts like poetry and music in mental health recovery.
- Challenges and triumphs in Malkia's mental health journey.
- Role of support networks in overcoming mental health challenges.
Hope and recovery is always possible, no matter the challenge.
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta Walker welcomes Malkia Newman to share her profound journey through mental health challenges. Malkia is a beacon of resilience and hope, having navigated the complexities of bipolar disorder and depression. Her story is intertwined with her work at CNS Healthcare, where she has been pivotal in the Anti-Stigma Program since 2005. This peer-led initiative aims to dismantle myths and stereotypes surrounding mental health conditions, promoting understanding and empathy.
Malkia's journey is both personal and familial; behavioral health conditions are prevalent in her family, which adds layers to her narrative. Her path to recovery began with CNS Healthcare, where she found stability and subsequently dedicated herself to challenging the stigmas associated with mental health. She employs poetry and music in her recovery process, illustrating how art can be a powerful tool for healing and expression.
Throughout the podcast, Malkia's uplifting spirit shines through as she recounts experiences that shaped her outlook on life. From facing medication challenges to finding solace in supportive environments, her story is a testament to the importance of community and perseverance. Malkia emphasizes the need for open conversations about mental health, akin to discussions on physical health.
Kristen guides the conversation with warmth and insight, creating a space where listeners can feel as though they are part of an intimate dialogue on mental well-being. The episode concludes with Malkia's beautiful singing, encapsulating her message of hope and recovery. This episode is a reminder that despite the challenges, there is always a path to brighter days. It encourages listeners to seek support and embrace their own mental health journeys, knowing they are not alone.