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Changing the Narrative About Homelessness
The Changing the Narrative about Homelessness Podcast features insightful discussions with local and national experts on topics such as housing, homelessness, and community issues.
This informative and engaging podcast builds upon the success of the Changing the Narrative Webinar Series, recognized as one of the top 5 "Most Innovative Awareness Campaigns in 2021" by the Los Angeles Business Journal.
The podcast continues the conversation and promotes understanding and empathy for those affected by homelessness. Join us in changing the narrative about homelessness in our neighborhoods. Together, we can be the solution we want to see in our communities.
Changing the Narrative About Homelessness
No! Mental Illness is Not the Cause of Homelessness
In this episode, we'll be addressing a pervasive misconception surrounding homelessness: the assumption that all unhoused individuals are suffering from mental illness, largely as a result of the closure of mental institutions in the 1970s and 1980s. Host Anne Miskey is joined by Dr. Deborah Padgett, Professor at NYU Silver School of Social Work, and Keris Myrick, a leading mental health advocate and executive, as they discuss this widespread misunderstanding that has fueled a troubling trend toward advocating for mandatory treatment and institutionalization to end homelessness. We'll also delve into the profound impact of homelessness on mental well-being, highlighting how the trauma of living without shelter can lead to significant mental distress and anxiety. Additionally, we'll explore the pivotal role that access to stable housing can play in fostering healing and overcoming these challenges. Join us as we unravel these complex issues and shed light on genuine solutions.
This podcast is produced by Brenda Lynch and Katie Cookerly-Dietrich, edited by Jesse Lumen, with production assistance and music by Colin Feldmeth. Special thanks to our Union Station Homeless Services Lived Expertise Advisory Panel (LEAP) for their insights.
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