Season 1 Episode 20
What happens when the medication meant to help you spirals into a nightmare? Today, we share the courageous journey of Renee Schulz-Jacobson, who faced unimaginable challenges after ceasing Klonopin, a drug she was prescribed for seven years. Her story brings to light the invisible yet devastating symptoms of psychiatric withdrawal, from neuropathy to seizures, and underscores the importance of informed consent. Renee's road to recovery led her to explore art as therapy and become a certified peer recovery advocate, educating others on the perilous side effects of psychiatric drugs.
We then turn the clock back to the 1980s, a time when trauma was misunderstood and often dismissed. Renee shares the heartbreaking story of growing up in a religious Jewish family and the life-altering impact of being raped at summer camp in 1985. This poignant discussion illuminates the medical and emotional aftermath she faced, including pregnancy and AIDS testing, and the stark lack of psychological support available at the time. Renee's narrative is a powerful reminder of how societal expectations and inadequate trauma treatment have long-lasting e
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