The transformative role of peer support in mental health (with Lisa Archibald)

"Recovery is so important, but recovery from what? Often, the missing question is 'What are you recovering from?' Sometimes, people are recovering from injustice, poverty, abuse, systemic harm...not an illness." In this episode of Being Human, Dr. Chua Sook Ning is joined by Lisa Archibald, co-director of Intentional Peer Support, to talk about the importance of peer support within mental health and the role it can play in helping to build stronger, connected, and healthier communities. Lisa shares her thoughts on how peer support complements clinical and psychiatric treatments in helping people nevigate and overcome their struggles, and how sharing our stories with each other can reduce any sense of isolation and empower us to develop a better understanding of ourselves and each other.  For more information on Relate Malaysia and our services, visit www.relate.com.my or email us at: [email protected]