Dr. Ken Duckworth is not only an expert in the mental health field but he has experienced firsthand the challenges of having a loved one suffering from mental illness. This experience inspired his work with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), advocating for awareness, research, and better access to mental health care. Using his personal experiences and professional expertise, Ken continually works to fight the shame and isolation surrounding mental health conditions and to promote openness and compassion in the journey toward wellness. In this episode, Ken shares real wisdom for navigating mental health that comes directly from real people who have shared their struggles.
Eric and Ken Discuss Real Wisdom for Navigating Mental Health and…
Dr. KEN Duckworth is the Chief Medical Officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, also known as NAMI. Ken has been the medical director since 2003, and he also serves as Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He’s received numerous awards for his work to advance our knowledge and treatment of mental illness. Today, Ken and Eric discuss his book You Are Not Alone: The Nami Guide to Navigating Mental Health–With Advice from Experts and Wisdom from Real People and Families.
Other Important Resources: WRAP (The Wellness Recovery Action Plan by Mary Ellen Copeland)
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