Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Special Encore Presentation: I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment
Special Encore Presentation: I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment
Special Encore Presentation: I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment
Monday 13th August 2012
Dr. Xavier Amador shares strategies to help loved ones accept mental health treatment on 'One Hour AT A Time'. Learn about anosognosia and relationship-building.
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Get the buttons here!Helping Loved Ones Accept Mental Health Treatment: Dr. Xavier Amador’s Approach
You're not trying to convince somebody they have an addictive disorder... Health Wellness, Westbridge Community Services. Westbridge is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the recovery of families and individuals who experience co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders.
Ever struggled to convince a loved one to seek help for their mental health? In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', Mary Woods chats with Dr. Xavier Amador, a clinical psychologist and founder of the LEAP Institute. Dr. Amador, who has worked on high-profile forensic cases and appeared on major news networks, brings his wealth of experience to the table.
He dives into the challenges posed by anosognosia, a condition where individuals are unaware of their mental illness, making treatment acceptance difficult. Drawing from his book, 'I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help!', inspired by his own brother’s struggles, Dr. Amador shares practical strategies to foster understanding and build trust. Reflective listening and strong relationships emerge as key tools in supporting those with mental illness.
Whether you’re dealing with co-occurring disorders or simply trying to help someone you care about, this episode offers compassionate, actionable advice.