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Let's Rethink This

Let’s Rethink This is taking real conversations about mental illness from behind closed doors right out into the open. Hosted by Abby Berger, episodes will explore the complex corners of mental illness by having candid conversations with people living with a severe mental illness and mental health providers on how mental illness affects all aspects of life including education, employment, housing, relationships and so much more. Let’s Rethink This is bringing you real stories of the challenges of mental illness along with real inspiration to manage the symptoms of mental illness, find belonging and purpose in your community, and gain the confidence to live a healthy, quality life.

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The Road to Recovery with Trenda Davis

December 20, 2021 • Abby Berger • Episode 31

Date: December 20, 2021

Name of Show: Let’s Rethink This

Episode title and number: Road to Recovery with Mental Illness

Brief summary of show: Today we are talking with Independence Center member, Trenda Davis. Trenda struggled with her mental illness disagnosis for quite some time before seeking treatment and support. Listen to what she has learned along the way about herself and how she is reshaping the common misconceptions about mental illness in the Black community by sharing her story.

Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:

1:33 - 16:56 Trenda's Story

21:55 - 22:35 Acceptance of Mental Illness in the Black Community

23:26 - 28:08 Coming to the Clubhouse

List of resources mentioned in episode:

Independence Center

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