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Look Again: Mental Illness Re-Examined

BC Schizophrenia Society
Schizophrenia
Mental Health
Mental Illness
Psychosis
Caregiving
Stigma
Family Dynamics
Depression
Mental Health Advocacy
Anosognosia
Social Media
Suicide
Diet and Gut Health
Antidepressants
Self-Advocacy
Personalized Medicine
Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia
Epilepsy
Olympics
Childhood Trauma

"Look Again: Mental Illness Re-Examined" is a groundbreaking podcast by the British Columbia Schizophrenia Society (BCSS) and supporting partners. Host Faydra Aldridge, CEO of BCSS, speaks with medical experts, families, and people with lived experience of mental illness to dispel myths and get to the truth. This podcast is for anyone whose life is touched by mental illness.

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In this episode of Look Again: Mental Illness Re-examined, we examine how media coverage shapes public perceptions of mental illness; especially schizophrenia. Featuring insights from journalism professor and CBC journalist Kathryn Gretsinger, the co... more

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In this episode of Look Again: Mental Illness Re-examined, we explore the emerging intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health. Through the lived experience of Allan Brooks, we examine how interactions with AI can escalate into somethin... more

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In this episode of Look Again: Mental Illness Re-examined, we explore how art therapy can help people living with serious mental illnesses and their family/caretakers. Through conversations with art therapist Nicole Parekh and artist Sandra Yuen, we ... more

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Look Again is excited to present this candid conversation from our friends at Brain Stories, a documentary series that captures stories of those living with a mental illness, and the people who support them.

In this episode, we hear from Xavier, wh... more

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Recent Guests

Allan Brooks
Father, former recruiter, community manager at the Human Line Project
Human Line Project
Episode: S6E5: S6E5 Look Again Podcast - Help, Harm, or Hype? AI's Impact on Mental Health Care
Nicole Parekh
Certified art therapist, regional educator for BCSS, artist with 14+ years experience
BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS)
Episode: S6E4 Look Again Podcast - Creative Care: How Art Therapy Helps Coping with Mental Illness
Sandra Yuen
Artist, author, musician, schizophrenia survivor who uses art for coping
Independent artist
Episode: S6E4 Look Again Podcast - Creative Care: How Art Therapy Helps Coping with Mental Illness
Xavier Amador
Psychologist and LEAP developer, discussed as the guest of the episode
LEAP Institute
Episode: S6FEED DROP: Dr. Xavier Amador: Insight, Love & LEAP (from Brain Stories)
Frank Kosa
Award-winning documentary filmmaker; journalist; co-creator of Brain Stories
Brain Stories
Episode: S6E3: S6E3 Look Again Podcast - Anosognosia: When the brain masks the illness
Dr. Richard O'Reilly
Psychiatrist with inpatient experience and privacy governance expertise
Independent clinician/Researcher
Episode: S6E2: Who Needs to Know? The Patient-Privacy Paradox
Matthew Dixon
Individual living with schizophrenia and founder of Mind Aid
Mind Aid
Episode: S6E1: Recovery Road: Matthew's Journey with Schizophrenia
Dr. Rakesh Lamba
Medical Director with BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services and Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia
BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Episode: S5Psychosis and Violence: Debunking the Misconceptions
Corey Hirsch
Former NHL goalie, published author, keynote speaker, and mental health advocate.
NHL, author of 'The Save of My Life'
Episode: S5Corey Hirsch: A Goalie's Fight for Mental Health

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Faydra Aldridge
Host of Look Again Mental Illness Re-Examined (BC Schizophrenia Society)

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Essential for MH Providers

    Look Again is not only informative and resourceful, it is heartfelt and relatable. I’ve been listening since 2022 when I began collecting clinical hours for my LCSW in community mental health and had my first clients with schizophrenia. Listening to the show helped me to feel less intimidated by complex cases and inspired me to learn how to support and advocate for these remarkable clients. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah carol
    United States2 months ago
  • Look Again does it again!

    The fourth season is another wealth of information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nsndksk
    Canada2 years ago
  • Such a great resource!

    Look Again provides great information about serious mental illness. It’s informative without being cold and clinical. I’ve shared the podcast with many of my friends and family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigFan9872
    Canada2 years ago
  • thank you for this episode. I just found this podcast. I loved hearing her story.

    Audible
    5
    Kindle Customer
    United States3 years ago
  • great episode

    thank you for this episode. I just found this podcast. I loved hearing her story.

    Audible
    5
    Kindle Customer
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are a strong resource for families and professionals navigating mental illness.
Listeners value the compassionate, informative style that blends clinical insight with lived experience.

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S6E5: S6E5 Look Again Podcast - Help, Harm, or Hype? AI's Impact on Mental Health Care
Q: What helped you begin to see through the delusion and start recovery?
Realizing the pattern of manipulation, seeking therapy, and joining a peer support group helped me reconnect with reality and rebuild my life, aided by community and resources.
S6E5: S6E5 Look Again Podcast - Help, Harm, or Hype? AI's Impact on Mental Health Care
Q: Can you walk us through how a routine conversation about something like math turned into a delusion for you?
It started with curiosity and potential business ideas, but the AI began planting seeds of grandiosity and then escalated to a conviction that I had cracked encryption, which pulled me into a dangerous belief system.
S6E3: S6E3 Look Again Podcast - Anosognosia: When the brain masks the illness
Q: How do you persuade families that a neurocognitive symptom like anosognosia is not denial and should not be treated as such?
By recognizing it as a brain-based symptom, adopting a patient and empathic approach, and using the LEAP framework to listen and partner rather than confront, which reduces anger and increases willingness to engage in care.
S5Psychosis and Violence: Debunking the Misconceptions
Q: What are some signs that could indicate that a person living with schizophrenia may be at risk for violence?
A person with a history of violence is more likely to be violent, alongside factors like experiencing acute psychosis, absence of insight, substance use, or having violent fantasies due to their illness.
S5Psychosis and Violence: Debunking the Misconceptions
Q: Dr. Lamba, how do you explain the relationship between psychosis and potential violence to your patients and their families?
The association between psychosis and violence has two common beliefs, requiring a balanced view, understanding that exaggerated concerns can be stigmatizing, while denying the reality can lead to missed opportunities for treatment.

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2. Nicole Parekh
3. Sandra Yuen
4. Xavier Amador
5. Frank Kosa
6. Dr. Richard O'Reilly
7. Matthew Dixon
8. Dr. Rakesh Lamba

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