Individuals with mental illness have been feared and marginalized by society for centuries. It’s time to look into what’s behind the symptoms, and gain an understanding of what they can teach us.
This New York Times article reveals how one man, living with schizophrenia, decoded his symptoms to find meaning in life, and how others with mental illnesses are doing the same:
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/26/health/man-uses-his-schizophrenia-to-gather-clues-for-daily-living.html?pagewanted=all
In the comments below, please share your ideas on how we as a community can help shift the prevailing attitudes around mental illness.