Wood County ADAMHS Board
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Episode 8: Eric Barton, The Connection Center
Episode 8: Eric Barton, The Connection Center
Episode 8: Eric Barton, The Connection Center
Friday 24th September 2021
Eric Barton of The Connection Center talks with Courtney Reis about tackling mental health stigma and promoting empathy in Wood County.
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Get the buttons here!Eric Barton: Changing Minds at The Connection Center
We want to see that progress so quickly, but it just takes forever. It seems for people to use proper language and for people to not make those quick assumptions.
What happens when you bring together a passionate mental health advocate and a community-focused approach? In this episode of 'Stigma Busters', host Courtney Reis sits down with Eric Barton from The Connection Center in Wood County, Ohio. Barton, a seasoned mental health professional, shares his journey and the innovative work being done at The Connection Center, a place where members lead the way in mental health care.
Barton and Reis dive into the heart of stigma surrounding mental health and substance use. They discuss how the words we choose can either harm or heal, and why empathy is crucial for those facing mental health challenges. The conversation also touches on the pandemic's toll on mental well-being and the vital resources available to the Wood County community. Through their dialogue, Barton emphasizes the power of advocacy and education in dismantling stigma.
He highlights real-life stories and practical steps anyone can take to foster understanding and compassion. Whether you're personally affected by these issues or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of hope. Tune in to hear how The Connection Center is making a difference, one conversation at a time.