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Deb’s journey and book format is inspiring and hopeful. She takes you through her journey of bipolar disorder and illustrates how recovery is possible.
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Deb educates audience members on what a journey through mental illness entails and gives a face to what mental illness is not.
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A powerful force of inspiration who illustrates her journey and gives perspective on what is available in the mental health arena.
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Deb Francis

Former 2009 Nationally Awarded Coordinator of the Year of NAMI NH’s ~ National Alliance on Mental Illness ~ “In Our Own Voice” Speakers Bureau, Deborah (Deb) Francis’ tenured position also included State Trainer and Presenter. NAMI NH provided her the place, platform, and experience to share her life journey of recovery from living with Manic Depression, now recognized as Bipolar Disorder.

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Who are we and what do we become when we get a mental health diagnosis.

What Is the Face of Mental Illness? Who Are We? What Do We Look Like? Deb’s book and speaking events cover topics such as:
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The stigma surrounding mental illness

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How society views the bipolar condition

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The life raft learning that can save one’s life

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Testimonials

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“Deborah’s story had a huge impact. Very powerful and brave!”
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“It gave me a different and more realistic perspective on what mental illness is and how it affects someone.”
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“This presentation helped to remind me that mental illness can affect a person at any time in his/her life and that it can span all ages and people of all walks of life.”