Video Spotlight: Michelle Hammer’s Story – Living with Schizophrenia

In this powerful short video, advocate and artist Michelle Hammer shares her personal journey with schizophrenia. Diagnosed in her early twenties after years of navigating paranoia and psychosis, Michelle now channels her experience into advocacy through her brand, Schizophrenic.NYC.

Michelle’s perspective reinforces the need for research to remain grounded in the voices of those it serves and her voice highlights why incorporating the perspectives of those with lived experience is essential to building trust and improving outcomes in schizophrenia research and care.