Remarkable lives: Stuart Baker‐Brown in conversation with Jerome Carson

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to offer a profile of Stuart Baker‐Brown.

Design/methodology/approach

Stuart provides a short biography and is then interviewed by Jerome. Areas covered in the interview include his trek to Everest Base Camp, involvement with the Time to Change anti‐stigma campaign and his work on the Recovery Archive.

Findings

Stuart stresses the importance of giving hope to people with mental health problems. Individuals also need to believe that they can recover. He feels that the new Recovery Archive will help provide a more encouraging alternative perspective on living a life beyond the effects of mental illness.

Originality/value

Stuart is one of comparatively few people trying to present psychosis in a more positive perspective. He has made a significant contribution to helping change public perceptions towards mental illness through his media work.

Citation

Baker‐Brown, S. and Carson, J. (2013), "Remarkable lives: Stuart Baker‐Brown in conversation with Jerome Carson", Mental Health and Social Inclusion, Vol. 17 No. 3, pp. 122-126. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-04-2013-0011