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Interview with mental health advocate Michael Donehue on his journey and helping others

Michael Donehue is a mental health advocate, clothing brand owner, and the national services manager for ADES Australia, which specialises in delivering education programs Australia-wide.

Michael is also an accredited MHFA trainer who shares his story in detail about his mental health journey to help others, especially young men.

If you know anyone in your life who is struggling, this is a great listen or an episode you can forward to them.

Michaels Clothing Brand - https://journeyapparel.com.au/
ADES Australia - http://adesaustralia.com/

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00:00 - 01:00 - Introduction of Michael Donehue
01:00 - 06:55 - Michael's Story
06:55 - 11:00 - Michael’s story of how he was able to overcome his addiction to alcohol.
11:00 - 14:20 - The stigma of seeing a mental health professional.
14:20 - 18:56 - The stigma of alcohol and drugs.
18:56 - 20:59 - What is Mental Health First Aid Australia?
20:59 - 26:44 - The stigma attached to mental health in the workplace.
26:44 - 30:13 - What are the most effective things businesses can do to help with mental health?
30:13 - 35:26 - What are some of the triggers that lead to depression?
35:26 - 40:27 - Being vulnerable takes a lot of courage, and it needs to be encouraged more in young men.
40:27 - 44:41 - Advice for people who want to bring their mask down.
48:53 - 55:56 - How do you see money being effectively spent?

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