Choose Your Struggle
Jay Shifman
Say Their Names, Tell Their Stories With Dennis Gillan and a Shout Out from Didi Mamaligas!
Say Their Names, Tell Their Stories With Dennis Gillan and a Shout Out from Didi Mamaligas!
Say Their Names, Tell Their Stories With Dennis Gillan and a Shout Out from Didi Mamaligas!
Friday 13th November 2020
Dennis Gillan discusses mental health advocacy, suicide prevention, and addiction recovery with Jay Shifman on 'Choose Your Struggle'.
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58 minutes
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Get the buttons here!Voices of Change: Dennis Gillan's Journey Through Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
The neuroscience field is guilty in perpetuating the concept of drug addiction being 'bad', which has been used to basically write off entire sections of society. The number one thing we can do besides education is educating about how stigma still affects these issues.
Imagine living through the heartbreak of losing not one, but two brothers to suicide. That's the reality for Dennis Gillan, who has spent decades turning his pain into a powerful mission to end the stigma around mental health and suicide. In this heartfelt episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', host Jay Shifman sits down with Dennis to discuss his journey, the importance of open conversations, and how we can all contribute to breaking the silence on these critical issues.
Jay kicks things off with some thoughts on the election and a special shout-out to Kamala Harris, celebrating her historic win as the first woman and first Black and South Asian Vice President of the United States. But the heart of this episode lies in Dennis's story. He opens up about his personal losses and how they propelled him into advocacy work.
Dennis emphasizes the need for education and honest dialogue to combat the stigma that still surrounds mental health and suicide. He also shares his own struggles with addiction and the path he took to recovery. Throughout their conversation, Jay and Dennis weave in personal anecdotes and broader insights, making this episode both deeply personal and universally relatable. They touch on the importance of self-care and the role it plays in maintaining mental health.
The episode wraps up with a call to action, urging listeners to join the conversation and help break the stigma. Whether you're directly affected by these issues or simply want to learn more, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical advice. Tune in to 'Choose Your Struggle' and be part of a movement towards understanding and change.