Diagnosed with schizophrenia, a brain disease that affects about 2 million Americans, he used to experience his life as a series of dark days, too many to count. A living testimony to the possibilities that can be achieved by individuals with mental illness, Charles presents Living with Schizophrenia to audiences throughout Providence. Living with Schizophrenia is an innovative and inspiring presentation describing what life is like living with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses. The program has received wide acclaim by some of the country's leading medical professionals, mental health policymakers, advocates, families, and consumers. It emphasizes changing stereotypes and reducing the stigma associated with persons who have brain disorders.
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