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Peer Support and Resistance: Becky Brasfield’s Vision for Mental Health Justice

Mad in America

B ecky Brasfield has emerged as a formidable advocate for change in the complex landscape of mental health care.A certified recovery support specialist and policy researcher at the Human Services Research Institute, Ms. Brasfield has dedicated her career to elevating the voices of service users and dismantling systemic inequities. Her lived experience with psychosis, combined with her leadership in peer support, has made her a powerful critic of traditional psychiatric models that often marginal

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Introducing Mirror: A Safe Space for Self-Reflection

Child Mind Intitute

At the Child Mind Institute, we understand the challenges facing today’s teens. They navigate a complex world of social pressures, academic demands, and the ever-present influence of social media. As parents, we often wonder how we can best support their emotional well-being and help them develop into resilient, confident individuals. One crucial piece of the puzzle is providing them with a safe space for self-reflection a space free from judgment, pressure, and the potential pitfalls of

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A New Version of SMI Adviser

Psychiatry Online

PsychiatryOnline.org is the platform for all American Psychiatric Association Publishing journals, DSM, and bestselling textbooks, as well as APA Practice Guidelines, and continuing medical education.