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8 Episodes 2016 - 2016
Episode 1
Sun, Jul 24, 2016
Mariel Hemingway, Academy Award Nominated Actress, Author, Celebrated Mental Health Advocate and mother of two daughters, shares her life story, reflecting her journey from surviving the challenges of her family history of alcoholism, mental illness and a legacy of suicide to thriving as she does today. She discusses the suicides in the Hemingway family, including those her grandfather, Ernest Hemingway, the famed novelist, and her sister, supermodel and actress, Margaux Hemingway. "By sharing my story, my hope is that others will know that they, too, can achieve mental health and wellness, even when it seems like the odds are stacked against you," Hemingway said.
Episode 2
Wed, Aug 17, 2016
Almost everybody knows of someone who has ridden the roller coaster of drug abuse. Michael Brock had it all. Fame, fortune... and a drug habit that took him from Park Place to park bench. As one of Detroit's premier soul singers from the R&B sounds of The Dramatics, Michael is someone who not only survived a fierce battle with drug and alcohol abuse, but now shares his story of triumph over addiction and how he is helping others on that same path to recovery.
Episode 3
Tue, Aug 23, 2016
Michael Mooney's gambling addiction began with pitching pennies and ended when he nearly threw his life away. To most people, the word addiction brings to mind drugs and alcohol. But addiction to gambling, though less known, is just as epidemic and just as serious. Experts believe that people who gamble for "fun" can quickly become addicted to gaming through the release of brain chemicals, making a gambling addiction one of the most difficult to beat. Learn more about Michael Mooney, a recovered gambling addict and psychologist who has gone on to treat others like himself, whose lives went from fun and games...to bust. To most people, the word addiction brings to mind drugs and alcohol. But addiction to gambling, though less known, is just as epidemic...and just as serious.
Episode 4
Tue, Aug 30, 2016
MI Healthy Mind explores Eating Disorders with our guest, Anna Kilar. We learn that this disorder is particularly difficult because of its complex and very individual combination of emotional, mental and physical issues, coupled with being a personal as well as family/social problem. This is why specialized treatment is so important in these cases. Anna's struggle with food resulted in an emergency trip to the hospital, but continued to a successful recovery. Though eating disorders are one of the toughest mental illnesses to treat, our guest has shown that it is possible for people who suffer from anorexia, bulimia, etc. to learn and adopt healthy eating habits, and even to enjoy eating again.
Episode 5
Fri, Oct 14, 2016
Bethany Boik had many demons-and many false diagnoses-and they were all working against her. Those with schizoaffective disorder can experience symptoms such as hallucinations, or delusions. This young woman living with schizoaffective disorder describes the journey she took to reach a diagnosis, and how her mental illness affects her. How do you fight when you're not sure who the enemy is?
Episode 6
Mon, Oct 31, 2016
Meet Sean Rosen, a young, highly-accomplished individual with Asperger Syndrome, and Dr. Sally Bloch, who not only specializes in Asperger Syndrome but who just happens to be Sean's mother. Sean and his family have been through a lot together. As a toddler, he began to exhibit some unusual behaviors, symptoms of something they didn't understand at the time: short attention span, clumsiness, withdrawal, irritability. And yet, he was OBVIOUSLY intelligent, inquisitive and very creative. It wasn't until he received an accurate diagnosis that things began to add up. Learn about this family's challenges and successes and Sean's remarkable.
Episode 7
Fri, Oct 14, 2016
Imagine being a child, with your parents and siblings one minute, and the next minute intentionally abandoned, waiting for parents who you will never see again? This is the story of Marsialle Arbuckle who, at three years old, along with his two young brothers, was cruelly cast off into the world and who was saved by the foster care system. Marsialle Arbuckle has had a life full of tragedy and triumph, pain and glory, sorrow and celebration. He chronicles various events of his life and the impact those events have had on him, his family, his relationships and the world around him. Mr. Arbuckle, shares his story of success, forgiveness and love.
Episode 8
Sun, Dec 11, 2016
American Indians: Learn more about this fascinating and resilient community who have specific challenges that are direct products of their culture, biology, history and policy. This week, we speak with Ashley Tuomi, DHSc - Chief Executive Officer of American Indian Health and Family Services and herself a member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde in Oregon. Joining Ashley is Glenn Wilson, MS - Behavioral Health Director, Jerry Cleland, Pipe Carrier and Member of AIHFS Traditional Teachers Advisory Council and Keith Dayson, Cultural Services Director and Native American Drummer.