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"I Identify As MAD": Re-Thinking Gender & Mental Health in the Medical Field | Matthew Jackman Ep. 123
"I Identify As MAD": Re-Thinking Gender & Mental Health in the Medical Field | Matthew Jackman Ep. 123
"I Identify As MAD": Re-Thinking Gender & Mental Health in the Medical Field | Matthew Jackman Ep. 123
Tuesday 19th September 2023
Matthew Jackman discusses their journey through foster care, trauma, and mental health advocacy, emphasizing social justice and challenging traditional models.
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Episode Overview
- Matthew Jackman's journey through the Australian foster care system, trauma, and mental health challenges
- Advocating for social justice perspectives and political determinants in mental health
- Challenging the over-medicalization of human experiences and advocating for choice and empowerment in mental health care
- Insights into The Australian Centre for Lived Experience and the importance of community support and social justice in recovery
- Emphasizing the need for equitable value of different knowledges in mental health
I don't have, I don't need to be controlled. And I certainly don't need to be told that what's happened in my life is my fault my brain's not broken i've just responded to a broken world
Meet Matthew Jackman, a trailblazing mental health advocate and social worker, in this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories with Patrick Custer. Matthew's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Growing up in the Australian foster care system, they faced severe trauma and identity struggles, including gender dysphoria and dealing with a suicidal mother. Despite being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Matthew refuses to be defined by these labels.
Instead, they identify as 'mad', a term they embrace to challenge traditional mental health narratives. In this candid conversation, Matthew shares their experiences and insights, highlighting the flaws in the medical model of mental health that often blames individuals for their conditions. They advocate for a more inclusive approach that considers social justice and political determinants.
As a consultant to The World Health Organization and the founder of The Australian Centre for Lived Experience, Matthew travels globally to educate others on the over-medicalization of the LGBTQIA+ community and the need for reform. This episode dives deep into the complexities of mental health, questioning societal norms and advocating for choice and empowerment in mental health care. It's a compelling listen for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of trauma, identity, and mental health advocacy.