Voices of NEXUS
A podcast series featuring leading experts discussing and debating questions about mental health for women, youth, and people in contact with the justice system.
Voices of NEXUS
Lessons From Lived Experience in Mental Health: A Mother’s Struggle With Suicidal Ideation
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Emergency physician Dr. Loice Swisher shares her journey with navigating her own emotional trauma after her daughter was diagnosed with severe neurological damage caused by a brain tumor. At the time of the diagnosis, Dr. Swisher’s devotion to her daughter and career led her to hide her own mental health challenges, which eventually peaked in suicidal ideation. Her story emphasizes the importance of acknowledging mental health struggles and seeking help.
Guest: Dr. Loice Swisher, Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine
Hosted by Gabe Howard, Award-Winning Podcast Host, Author, and Mental Health Speaker
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