Stories of Lived Experience
RURAL VoiceS
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Perhaps you would like to share your personal story about managing a rural mental health challenge while leading a community conversation or slide presentation that includes information about the state of mental health in rural America and the work that’s being done through Rural Minds to provide free mental health information and resources to confront the rural mental health emergency.
Another opportunity to share your story could be volunteering to participate in a media interview or podcast. If you’re interested, please complete and submit this Speaker Profile Form.
Overcoming the Challenges of Managing Tardive Dyskinesia in Rural America (Copy)
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a condition that causes your face, your body, or both to make sudden, repetitive movements that you can’t control. It commonly results from the long-term use of antipsychotic medications that are prescribed for mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. For people who live in rural America, coping with TD can present unique challenges due to limited healthcare resources, social stigma, and transportation barriers.