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From a Paranoid Schizophrenia Diagnosis to a Peer Researcher in Nigeria

Mad in America

During my first episode of schizophrenia in 2019, I was taken to our pastor by my mother, sister and a few church members for prayer. The pastor prayed for me and referred us to a hospital by giving us the contact of a psychiatric nurse. I also lost interest in teaching, confidence and ability to speak in public.