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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 doctor gave me an injection and also placed me on Risperdal, which had side effects such as overeating, excessive sleeping, bloating and agitation.