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Join Wake Forest Pride for an enlightening and empowering event focused on mental health education.We are honored to welcome Stacy Pershall, an acclaimed speaker and mental health activist, who will share her personal journey and insights on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and mental health recovery. She is one of the many incredible speakers working with Active Minds to help youths navigate mental health concerns specifically in the LGBTQI+ community.
About Stacy:
Born in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, at a time and place when mental health treatment was rarely spoken about and even more rarely available, Stacy's early symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder went largely unnoticed for years. Fortunately, both Stacy and Arkansas have learned a lot since then.
As a suicide attempt survivor, Stacy found dialectical behavior therapy after moving to New York City and proved to herself and others that it is possible to recover from BPD. Her presentation will cover important topics such as bullying (including cyber-bullying), eating disorders, distinguishing Borderline Personality Disorder from Bipolar Disorder, the power of mental health activism, and body modification as a healing agent.
Why Attend?
Educational: Learn about the challenges and triumphs in the journey of mental health recovery.
Inspirational: Hear Stacy’s personal story of overcoming BPD and becoming a powerful mental health advocate.
Supportive: Connect with others who are passionate about mental health and wellness.
Who Should Attend?
- Community members interested in mental health awareness and education.
- Individuals seeking support for mental health issues.
- Advocates and activists working to promote mental health and wellness
Details:
- Admission is free.
- This event will be geared to teens and older.
- Some sensitive and possibly triggering conversations may occur at this event, please be mindful of what you are able to handle and bring a friend or loved one for additional support if desired.
RSVP:
Please let us know if you are coming by marking yourself as "Going" on this event page and message us any questions you may have.
Join Wake Forest Pride for an afternoon of education, inspiration, and community as we work together to break the stigma surrounding mental health.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Northeast Regional Library, 14401 Green Elm Lane,Raleigh,NC,United States, Wake Forest
