World Mental Health Day 2023 with India Blakemore

In this week’s episode, Han is joined by India Blakemore. India is a psychology student, who aspires to become a mental health nurse following her degree. India has personal experience of an eating disorder, a personality disorder, autism, and ADHD. India joins us today for World Mental Health Day to share her experience of various diagnoses and the impact these have had. This week, we discuss:

  • India's diagnoses of anorexia nervosa, ADHD, autism and personality disorder, their interplay and the impact they have had on each other.
  • India's hospital sections and the impact this had on her mental health.
  • The impact of India's late diagnosis of autism and ADHD, and the change these diagnoses have had on her life.
  • The advice India would give to someone supporting someone with a range of mental health diagnoses.

To find out more about India, you can find her on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @indiablakemore.

Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive mental health topics including eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation and personality disorders. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.

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