Welcome to an emotional episode with Deborah Kasdan, debut author of "Roll Back the World: A Sister’s Memoir" ,releasing on October 17, 2023. This poignant memoir delves into the family's journey dealing with severe mental illness, particularly focusing on Deborah's older sister, Rachel, diagnosed with schizophrenia. The narrative unfolds over thirty years, exploring the impact of historical events and shedding light on personal and legal battles with the mental health system. Join us for a powerful exploration of love, grief, and resilience in the face of mental health challenges.

Episode Highlights 

• Mental health memoir

• Schizophrenia family experience

• Deborah Kasdan author

• Roll Back the Waves book

• Family resilience

• Mental health battles

• Personal stories of mental illness

• Sibling relationships

• Emotional family journey

• NAMI advocate

• Mental health crisis

• Grief and survivor's guilt

• Historical impact on mental health

• Compassionate social work

• Family support in mental illness

• Mental health awareness

• Breaking the stigma around mental illness

• Family narratives in mental health

• Personal resilience stories

• Impact of historical events on mental health

• Navigating the mental health system

• Advocacy for compassionate care

• Intersections of family and mental health

• Emotional well-being

• Coping with chronic mental illness

• Grieving in the face of mental health challenges

• Empathy for individuals with mental illness

• Supporting loved ones with schizophrenia

• Community resources for mental health

• Art and poetry as expressions of mental health journeys.

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