In this episode, we sit down with Angela Lohse to talk about what it's like being a family member to a loved one with a disorder, and how as an EEG Technician she chooses to interact with patients labeled with mental disorder. Angela's incredible story brings up a lot of topics including: How relationships change in the midst of disorder The emotional and practical difficulty of caring for someone Early childhood counseling Professionally interacting with those struggling with mental disorder The use of labels and the need for acceptance and openness Is there another way we can serve the mentally ill? Links from Episode 2: "The Geel Question" by Mike Jay, Edited by Ed Lake in Aeon Chronic Crisis: A look at Geel and its centuries-old tradition of caring for those with mental illness by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel How to Cope When a Loved One has a Serious Mental Illness by American Psychological Association Resources for those struggling with mental disorder: mentalhealth.gov National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Like this podcast? Be sure to rate us in iTunes, leave a comment on our website, or tweet Spencer or Laura.
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