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Mothers, Daughters and Mental Health with Mary Pflum Peterson
Mothers, Daughters and Mental Health with Mary Pflum Peterson
Mothers, Daughters and Mental Health with Mary Pflum Peterson
Monday 18th February 2019
Join Mary Pflum Peterson as she discusses mental health, family secrets, and her book 'White Dresses' on Mental Health News Radio.
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Episode Overview
- Mary Pflum Peterson shares insights from her memoir.
- Understanding stigmas around hoarding and mental illness.
- Exploration of personal resilience and family dynamics.
- The role of faith in overcoming life's challenges.
- Encouragement to openly discuss mental health issues.
The intimacy that is mental health: Let's make it as comfortable as discussing brain health or heart health.
In this enlightening episode of Mental Health News Radio, Kristen Sunanta-Walker welcomes Mary Pflum Peterson, an acclaimed journalist and author, to discuss her profound memoir, 'White Dresses: A Memoir of Love and Secrets, Mothers and Daughters'. Mary, a multi-Emmy award-winning journalist, shares her journey from CNN to her current role as a senior executive producer at Good Morning America.
Her book, which hit the New York Times bestseller list twice, dives deep into the complexities of family relationships, particularly focusing on mental health and the stigmas surrounding it. Mary's memoir is not just a personal narrative; it's a testament to resilience in the face of adversity. Growing up with parents who faced mental health challenges, she provides a candid look into the struggles and triumphs of navigating life with loved ones who are affected by mental illness.
One of the key topics discussed is the stigma around hoarding, a mental health issue that is often misunderstood and overlooked. Mary calls for more awareness and understanding of such conditions, encouraging listeners to speak openly about mental health as comfortably as they would about physical health. The discussion also touches upon the role of faith in overcoming life's hardships. Mary shares how her mother's faith helped her see beyond the inadequacies and abuses to find resilience and hope.
The conversation is filled with emotional tones, ranging from hope and vulnerability to informative insights into mental health issues. Listeners are invited to tune in for a compelling dialogue that promises insights into personal resilience, family dynamics, and the power of storytelling. The episode encourages us all to break the silence surrounding mental health and embrace the conversations that can lead to healing and understanding.