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Sibs & Mental Health

The Sibling Leadership Network

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0:40
Guest Introduction
3:58
As siblings, how is our mental health journey special?
6:43
So what are the main challenges that most sibs face with mental health?
8:19
Are mental health issues different for siblings in the BIPOC community or any other marginalized communities?
10:35
What impact has the pandemic had on the mental health of siblings?
12:47
What kind of supports would you recommend any siblings seek who are currently facing these mental health challenges?
16:50
Are there any ways that you know of to find maybe therapists that are familiar with the sibling experience, or may be able to help in siblings in specific?
18:35
So are mindfulness and meditation good tools for mental health?
22:16
Many people avoid seeking mental health support due to bureaucratic barriers or lack of funding. What advice and or resources can you recommend to help siblings navigate this system better?
30:24
How can we advocate for better access to mental health care for ourselves and for our siblings?
33:48
What other words of advice might you have to share with any siblings listening, struggling with mental health issues?
The Sibling Leadership Network
Sibs & Mental Health
Feb 01, 2023 Season 2 Episode 2
The Sibling Leadership Network

This month we discuss mental health issues and resources for sibs with sib and psychologist, Emily Graesser.

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"You are as deserving of compassion, and support and help and health and well being, as your sib. And in fact, you're going to do a better job with your sib if you're tending to those things."

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