SANE Peer Ambassador Cameron was one of the participants in the two-part SBS documentary How ‘Mad’ Are You? We asked Cameron, who lives with schizophrenia, to share his thoughts on taking part in a series that questions society’s assumptions about mental illness.

Who has schizophrenia in how mad are you?

SANE Peer Ambassador Cameron was one of the participants in the two-part SBS documentary How ‘Mad’ Are You? We asked Cameron, who lives with schizophrenia, to share his thoughts on taking part in a series that questions society’s assumptions about mental illness.

How Mad Are You synopsis?

“How Mad Are You?” is a two-part 2008 BBC Horizon/Discovery Channel Co-Production produced and directed by Rob Liddell. The program explores the relationship between character traits and mental illness and considers the social implications of inaccurate diagnosis of the latter.

What are the symptoms of mad?

Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate. Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt. Extreme mood changes of highs and lows. Withdrawal from friends and activities.

Can a mad person be cured?

At this time, most mental illnesses cannot be cured, but they can usually be treated effectively to minimize the symptoms and allow the individual to function in work, school, or social environments. To begin treatment, an individual needs to see a qualified mental health professional.

What is an anger?

Anger is an emotion characterized by antagonism toward someone or something you feel has deliberately done you wrong. Anger can be a good thing. It can give you a way to express negative feelings, for example, or motivate you to find solutions to problems. But excessive anger can cause problems.

Why do I feel like crazy?

Severe and chronic anxiety can make a person feel like they are “going crazy” or losing control. Those with anxiety typically have not lost touch with reality, but may be struggling with reality. Different types of anxiety cause different types of “crazy” feelings, so knowing your anxiety type matters.

What makes a person insane?

insanity. n. mental illness of such a severe nature that a person cannot distinguish fantasy from reality, cannot conduct her/his affairs due to psychosis, or is subject to uncontrollable impulsive behavior.

What is an angry Emoji?

😠 The image of a face with furrowed eyebrows and with its mouth curling downward is the emoji representing anger, upset or disapproval. It is typically used to emphasize that someone is upset or furious. Angry Face Emoji can mean “I am so upset right now!” or “This angers me so much!

Why do I go crazy at night?

Life stressors—such as job stress, familial stress, financial stress, or experiencing a major life transition—is the most frequent cause of racing thoughts at night. This is likely the cause if the experience of racing thoughts at night is new to you, and can be traced to a new stressor or stressful event.