'They saw me as mad and needing to be medicated’ | Modern Masculinity

In this episode of Modern Masculinity, journalist Iman Amrani speaks to Chris, who after being diagnosed with schizophrenia spent a long time in the mental health system. They discuss medication, frustration at the system, and the importance of being listened to and heard. Dr Rufus May, a clinical psychologist, speaks about how he worked with Chris and other patients to show compassion and empathy, and how this can help people with mental health issues navigate society Subscribe to The Guardian on YouTube ► https://ift.tt/16bR3Lu Watch other episodes of Modern Masculinity ► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDymszULtBw&list=PLa_1MA_DEorGtAxed5y4uff0U4TV3DNTC&index=1 The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► https://bit.ly/3biVfwh Website ► https://ift.tt/1AFLGzy Facebook ► https://ift.tt/RENIv3 Twitter ► https://twitter.com/guardian Instagram ► https://ift.tt/2NMuUyt