Aaron was diagnosed schizophrenic in 2019 following a hospital section. He is dealing with severe psychosis as a young man, and is looking to start university next term.
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Episode 9 – Shannon from Southend, UK
Shannon first became ill as a child and was diagnosed at age 18. Now in her 40’s, she is a stay-at-home mum battling with the re-emergence of her symptoms.
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Episode 8 – Christian from Las Vegas
Christian has a diagnosis of Schizoaffective (Bipolar type). He is 18 years old living in Las Vegas.
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Video and Youtube
It seems that the natural progression of making on-location interviews, is to get video footage. I will make this the next step.
I have created a new channel on youtube for this content.
I also would like to interview people affected by those with schizophrenia, such as professionals and caregivers.
This is an exciting time for iwasme.co.uk!
On location interviews and carers
I would like to do some interviews in health care settings – on location. This would allow me to integrate with the local MH community.
I could take the opportunity to take a photo of my subject as a companion to the interview.
I was also thinking I could interview the carers of people with schizophrenia. Perhaps it would be interesting to get their perspective.
Finally, thank you for all my interviewees who have taken part so far. I really do think they have been brave.
Episode 7 – Xoe from the USA
Xoe is a student and creative artist from the USA. She was diagnosed with schizoaffective in 2018. Here she talks with me about her experiences which struck her at a young age. Please support her creativity at her Tumblr page:
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