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Inside Schizophrenia

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Featuring engaging conversations and insightful interviews covering a wide range of topics including caregiving, family dynamics, and getting help for schizophrenia. Hosted by Rachel Star Withers, who lives with schizophrenia. Inside Schizophrenia brings firsthand experiences from individuals with schizophrenia, family members, caregivers, and medical experts, aiming to foster a deeper understandi... more

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What if you were certain you were perfectly healthy — but everyone around you insisted you had schizophrenia? This may not be denial; it could be anosognosia — a neurological symptom that prevents people from recognizing they have a mental illness.

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Childhood schizophrenia is one of the rarest — and most controversial — diagnoses in psychiatry. In this episode, host Rachel Star Withers (who lives with schizophrenia) and co-host Gabe Howard, joined by board certified psychiatrist Dr. Nicole Washi... more

The experiences of living with schizophrenia can be traumatic: hospitalizations, treatments, psychotic episodes. Even though the prevalence of comorbid post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in people with psychosis varies from 11% to 52%, treatment f... more

For individuals living with schizophrenia, the world can be populated by voices, visions, or other sensory experiences that are intensely real yet imperceptible to others. These hallucinations, which are a defining feature of schizophrenia, are not m... more

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Dr. Nicole Washington
A board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to working with populations who aren't typically consumers of mental health services.
Healthline
Episode: Childhood Schizophrenia: Controversy and What Parents Should Know
Dr. Hector Rodriguez
Founder of the White Butterfly Psychiatry & Wellness Center, expert in functional psychiatry and trauma-informed care.
White Butterfly Psychiatry & Wellness Center
Episode: Dealing with the Trauma of Schizophrenia
Christopher Grant
Mi'kmaq filmmaker from the Pabineau First Nation, Canada, and artist who lives with schizophrenia
Episode: Bonus: What Schizophrenia Hallucinations Really Feel Like
Dr. Derin Cobia
Neuropsychologist and neuroscientist at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University
Episode: Bonus: The Basics of Schizophrenia Featuring Dr. Derin Cobia
Dr. Aaron Brinen
Clinical psychologist and author of Living Well with Psychosis
Episode: Understanding Psychosis for Loved Ones and Caregivers
Dr. Tracy Hicks
Doctor of nursing practice, dual certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner.
C-Trilogy Comprehensive Clinical Care
Episode: Advocacy for Schizophrenia and Serious Mental Illnesses
Dr. Alberto Augsten
Board certified toxicologist and psychopharmacologist
Augsten Consulting
Episode: Why “Just Take Your Meds” Isn’t So Simple: Schizophrenia and the Med Adherence Dilemma
Maye Jepson
Mother of an adult son with schizophrenia, caregiver, and advocate
Episode: Aging Parents of Adults with Schizophrenia: Challenges & Realities
Dr. Ray Kotwicki
Psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer at Hightop Health
Hightop Health
Episode: Sensory Overload and Schizophrenia: What You Need to Know

Hosts

Rachel Star Withers
Host of the show and advocate living openly with schizophrenia. Engages with guests to share experiences and insights about mental health, caregiving, and advocacy.
Gabe Howard
Co-host and advocate, frequently discussing mental health challenges and supporting insights into schizophrenia treatment and advocacy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 488 ratings
  • Both informative and fun

    Like many reviewers have mentioned this is a very informative podcast. What keeps me listening is how fun and engaging it is. The hosts and their guests have great chemistry and I genuinely enjoy spending time listening to them talk with each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twilie 5844
    United States5 months ago
  • A Light in the Dark

    I listened to my first episode from this podcast today…wow! Real, relatable, humor, hope, and encouragement!! I have a son who was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder depressive type last year. We are still finding our way through this, sometimes feeling in the dark. The latest episode just illuminated the path of this journey we are on…thank you ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ksmama4
    United States7 months ago
  • Impressed and grateful

    I’m a parent, and this podcast has given me education and insight. The hosts do great research, find guests with real experience, and are willing to question themselves as they move through the podcast, helping me more by asking questions I didn’t know enough to ask. Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TL Ross
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good introduction to Schizophrenia.

    Engaging and well presented, this podcast is well researched and responsibly produced and is a good place to start to inform yourself about this condition and what it feels like to suffer from it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Englishrose-red
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love it

    Love your show! I’m a psychology student and find it more interesting to learn about mental health issues from the people who have the diagnosis, and I’m learning a lot listening to your podcast.

    I just wanted to add one thing, that might be interesting for an episode: I’m on antipsychotics and initially gained a lot of weight in a short amount of time. So I printed out a stack of research papers and saw my GP. I was prescribed a GLP-1 medication (Ozempic), which helped a little with weight, bu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Psychic123kid
    Australiaa year ago

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Many find the personal anecdotes relatable, establishing a strong connection with the audience and fostering a sense of community.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging nature of discussions, enjoying the chemistry between hosts and guests.
It helps educate both caregivers and loved ones, addressing common misconceptions and providing expert advice.
The podcast provides valuable insights on living with schizophrenia, emphasizing both hope and understanding.

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Childhood Schizophrenia: Controversy and What Parents Should Know
Q: What should they be looking for at that point?
A significant difference in behavior, more inner distress, increased withdrawal, or anger outbursts compared to typical child behavior.
Childhood Schizophrenia: Controversy and What Parents Should Know
Q: What are the common ages that this really does start to show up in childhood?
Common initial presenting issues are identified in children at ages five or six, but schizophrenia diagnosis is rarer before age 13.
Dealing with the Trauma of Schizophrenia
Q: How do we treat PTSD with people with schizophrenia?
There are specific trauma therapies that focus on the unique conditions and symptoms associated with trauma, including Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Bonus: What Schizophrenia Hallucinations Really Feel Like
Q: What were some of the first signs that you noticed that maybe something wasn't right going on inside your head?
I was probably about 16 years old and I started noticing that when I spent time alone in my room...
Bonus: What Schizophrenia Hallucinations Really Feel Like
Q: Now, both of us fall under the schizophrenia spectrum. What's your actual diagnosis?
I have schizoaffective disorder, which is also known as bipolar schizophrenia.

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What is Inside Schizophrenia about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations and interviews center around schizophrenia, emphasizing the experiences of individuals living with the condition, their families, and health care professionals. The content aims to promote understanding of schizophrenia, address misconceptions, and provide practical guidance for caregivers and affected families. Listeners can expect discussions on various topics such as mental health advocacy, medication adherence, and the emotional toll of caregiving, all while incorporating personal stories that connect the audience to the human side of mental health struggles. The hosts actively engage in advocating for improved mental health care and reducing stigma, making it a relatable and informative experience for listeners seeking su... more

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Recent guests on Inside Schizophrenia include:

1. Dr. Nicole Washington
2. Dr. Hector Rodriguez
3. Christopher Grant
4. Dr. Derin Cobia
5. Dr. Aaron Brinen
6. Dr. Tracy Hicks
7. Dr. Alberto Augsten
8. Maye Jepson

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