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A PEER'S PERSPECTIVE offering clarity & hope

You need clear answers when loved one struggling with psychosis or psychotic illness

NSSC member, peer, and author Darrell Herrmann has created a comprehensive, eight-page guide designed to help both individuals with the illness and their caregivers.

Inside, Darrell explains crucial concepts in plain language, including:
  • What psychosis and anosognosia (lack of insight) actually mean.
  • A breakdown of psychotic illness symptoms.
  • Discussions on recovery, successful treatment methods, and navigating perspectives like anti-psychiatry.

This guide is an essential resource for clarity and hope.
"I was the only one advocating for my son when he became involved in the criminal justice system. I needed every resource possible to help the prosecutor understand what psychosis is and how it affected him. That’s when I turned to Darrell Herrmann, the NSSC Policy Director of Ohio. He sent me a guide that explained the process in a way I could use to describe my son’s situation. With that, I was able to reach the prosecutor on a human level—and the charges were dropped."
~Tyeesha Snowden, Ohio
​If you need answers, download your free PDF guide now or view the online flip book — no sign-up required. If this resource helps you on your journey, please share your experience with us using the form below!
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Whether you are a family member, an individual with lived experience, or a caring ally, we want to hear your truth.

​For too long, serious mental illness has been hidden in the shadows of stigma and shame. But isolation ends when we speak. When you share your experience, you are not just telling a story—you are joining a movement. You are validating someone else’s pain, empowering policymakers, and helping us build a world where immediate, compassionate care is the standard, not the exception.

Every voice contributes to the collective roar for change.

How your story helps:
  • It Educates: Your experience helps policymakers understand the real-world impact of current laws.
  • It Connects: It helps another family member or individual feel seen and understood.
  • It Powers Our Advocacy: Your words are the undeniable proof we use to demand action.
  • It Verifies Impact, Securing the Future: Your testimonials serve as vital proof of our social impact.

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