Smashing the Stereotypes About Mental Disabilities

Mental Disabilities and the Criminal Justice System

Diana Clark

This week Elizabeth Kelley chats with her guest Diana Clark. The two talk about mental health, behavioral health, and how a behavioral health navigation service provider can assist families struggling with mental health issues to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The social stigma of mental disabilities in our society
• The impact of mental disabilities on the family, including siblings
• Types of intervention and support for a loved one suffering from mental illness
• What to do when the cushion of resources don’t help
• Effects of the pandemic on mental health and emotional well-being
• Failing to launch and it’s impact on society
• Why discomfort or struggle is necessary for positive, healthy change
• How to promote sustained change

Diana Clark, JD, MA., is OPG’s Chief of Clinical Operations. She is a renowned family recovery advocate in the field of addiction and mental health treatment. With a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School in 1997, Diana has been aiding families during times of turmoil for over 20 years. Prior to her work in the mental health field, Diana was a practicing labor and employment attorney advising employers in the implementation of clear and compassionate policies. As a specialist in both family systems and parenting, Diana is a recognized force of clear speech, logic and loving acceptance, and has helped thousands of family members establish healthy boundaries, manage expectations appropriately, and develop plans for their families. Diana has developed and facilitated numerous workshops for families and professionals and is also the co-host on the podcast Beyond the Balance Sheet and the author of the book: Addiction Recovery: A Family’s Journey, which offers guidance for family members of those struggling with substance use disorders and mental health concerns.

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Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Addiction-Recovery-Familys-Diana-Clark/dp/1492862339