009: Let's Talk About Mental Health - Schizophrenia W/ Arnold and Donald Fosah (Part 2)

This is part two of our conversations with Donald and Arnold Fosah. In part one, we talk about the realities of Schizophrenia from the perspectives of a patient, family member, and healthcare professional. In this episode, we continue talking about Donald’s struggles with his illness and how his family is helping him through his journey. We dig deeper into Schizophrenia - [00:01 – 10:46]  Donald and Arnold shares how Schizophrenia affects their daily lives Let’s support each other - [10:47 – 22:01] The importance of having a good support system How you can support someone dealing with mental illnesses What keeps you moving forward? - [22:02 – 28:56]  Donald talks about what keeps him going and fighting against his illness Advice about Schizophrenia - [28:57 - 42:16]  Donald and Arnold shares facts about Schizophrenia and advice on how you can help someone suffering from it Get in touch with them. Links available below.   Tweetable Quotes:  “Understanding yourself is very important. If you don’t understand yourself, you’ll not be able to forge ahead.” – Donald Fosah   You can contact the two of them through Arnold’s private practice at https://verdantbehavioralhealth.com/ or by sending him an email at [email protected]    LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! You can connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, or send us an email at [email protected]. Check out our website www.livingafricanpodcast.com for more resources and to learn more.   You can connect with Anyoh on Facebook (@anyohf), Instagram (@anyohfombad), and Twitter (@anyohfombad).

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Living African is a podcast that sparks hard conversations that challenge questionable cultural and societal norms, which threaten the wellbeing of the African community. The host, Anyoh Fombad, features various African guests who share their stories from heart-wrenching to exciting experiences growing up in Africa and the diaspora. By normalizing these open discussions, Anyoh hopes to encourage Africans to show their strength through vulnerability, as well as use their voices to challenge each other to be more understanding, accepting, and tolerant of each other and bring value to their community.