Episode 25: Loving Someone with a Mental Illness or History of Trauma

About this episode

Dr. Dan Lannin and Dr. Michele Sherman discuss the challenges of loving someone with mental health issues and the importance of compassion in healing.

Psychology Life Lessons features Dr. Dan Lannin in conversation with Dr. Michele Sherman, a seasoned clinical psychologist. They explore challenges faced by those loving individuals with mental health issues, offering insights on emotional validation and navigating healthcare systems. Dr. Sherman emphasizes compassion's role in healing for both patients and their families.More

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Dan Lannin

Guest: Dr. Michele Sherman

Topics covered

• mental illness
• trauma
• emotional validation
• healthcare systems
• compassion
• family support

Keywords

• mental health
• trauma
• emotional support
• psychology
• healthcare
• family
• compassion

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Organizations: Psychology Life Lessons

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