A Personal story of recovery from multiple diagnosis with MH/Kevin Harvell

Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental health condition isn't always easy, but identifying a problem early can help lead to the best outcome. A mental illness is a condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood. Such conditions may affect someone's ability to relate to others and function each day. Each person will have different experiences, even people with the same diagnosis.

My guest this week is Kevin Harvell, peer support programs coordinator for NAMI Colorado Springs, as well as a full-time peer support specialist for Rocky Mountain Human Services. Kevin will tell his story.

Title: 'I had to go see about a girl'

• Personal story of recovery from multiple diagnosis of mental health conditions.
• Exploration of stigma and barriers to seeking treatment.
• Peer support model and its efficacy.