PODCAST 5 - EXPLORING RECOVERY WITH DR LAVANYA SESHASAYEEPODCAST 5 - EXPLORING RECOVERY WITH DR LAVANYA SESHASAYEE
EXPLORING RECOVERY WITH DR LAVANYA SESHASAYEE
Dr. Lavanya Seshasayee discusses a rights-based approach to caregiving, offering fresh perspectives and practical advice for both caregivers and clients.
11:45•12 Jul 2020
Empowering Caregivers: Dr. Lavanya Seshasayee on Rights-Based Mental Health Recovery
“Lack of freedom can never be equated with restoration of freedom.”
Have you ever felt overwhelmed as a caregiver for someone with mental health issues? Dr. Lavanya Seshasayee's latest episode might be just what you need. Known as India's first recovery specialist, Dr. Seshasayee dives into the transformative power of a rights-based approach to caregiving. This isn't your typical talk about medication and therapy; it's about reshaping how we view caregiving altogether.
She brings in the United Nations Convention for the Rights of People with Disabilities as a framework, emphasizing the importance of respecting clients' autonomy and encouraging non-psychiatric healing methods like yoga, gardening, and creative cooking. It's a fresh perspective that not only aims to help those struggling with mental health issues but also to lighten the emotional load on caregivers. Dr.
Seshasayee shares her personal journey from struggling to even hold a pen to becoming a successful peer supporter with a doctorate in mental health. Her story is both inspiring and practical, offering real-world advice on how to be an effective and compassionate caregiver. If you're looking for ways to empower yourself and those you care for, this episode is a must-listen.
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