002 A Conversation with Kim Moody from Disability Rights Maine

About this episode

Kim Moody discusses the intersection of physical disabilities and mental health, emphasizing advocacy and inclusive systems.

TW: involuntary hospitalization; physical restraints; Electroconvulsive therapy In this episode, we’re joined by Kim Moody, Executive Director of Disability Rights Maine, for an insightful conversation about the intersection of physical disabilities and mental health. Kim shares her advocacy experience and discusses how inclusive systems, accessible services, and lived experience play a critical role in creating real change. We discuss the importance of advocating for autonomy in medical deci...

People in this episode

Guest: Kim Moody

Topics covered

• physical disabilities
• mental health
• advocacy
• autonomy
• inclusive systems

Keywords

• involuntary hospitalization
• physical restraints
• Electroconvulsive therapy
• accessible services
• lived experience

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