In this episode, Kerri Fitzgerald sits down with Michelle Hammer, founder and creator of Schizophrenic.NYC. Michelle lives with schizophrenia and uses social media to educate others about mental illness and schizophrenia in particular. Michelle credits her support system, her participation in a college sports team, and a personalized treatment regimen for allowing her to live a full and successful life. A true New Yorker, Michelle uses her voice and platform to advocate for others living with mental illness and implores people to have empathy for those who are homeless in New York City.
Key Highlights:
• Hear how Michelle Hammer was incorrectly diagnosed before learning she had schizophrenia.
• Learn how Michelle found stability and support through community and treatment.
• Hear about Michelle’s creative outlet, her brand Schizophrenic.NYC, which sells merchandise such as T-shirts and pill boxes outfitted with slogans that seek to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness.
• Be inspired by Michelle’s advocacy for individuals with mental illness and the homeless.
Video Highlights
00:00 Introduction & Background
00:25 Years of Incorrect Diagnoses
03:38 Community Support and Treatment Make a Difference
07:03 Using Social Media to Shift Perceptions of Mental Illness
10:32 A Creative Outlet That Tackles Stigma
14:22 Empathy and Education to Improve Perceptions of Homelessness and Mental Illness
17:53 Advice to Younger Self
18:56 Closing Remarks
Connect with Michelle Hammer
https://www.schizophrenic.nyc/
IG / schizophrenic.nyc
YouTube / @schizophrenicnyc
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