Remarkable lives – Danielle Jeffries in conversation with Robert Hurst

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to share Danielle Jeffries’ story.

Design/methodology/approach

Danielle wrote a biography of her experiences. Robert then asked a series of questions from the perspective of a mental health academic.

Findings

Danielle shared stories from her life, and how her experiences have shaped her, including being sectioned under the Mental Health Act.

Research limitations/implications

Recovery narratives such as this give us an overview of only a single person’s experiences. However, they allow the person with lived experience to explore their story in depth.

Practical implications

What Danielle has written is very powerful. Her story will give readers an insight into her life and experiences.

Social implications

There is so much to learn from stories such as Danielle’s. In particular, the way that she speaks about the impact of a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder.

Originality/value

This is the first time that Danielle has chosen to share her unique story. The value of Danielle sharing her story is apparent upon reading it.

Citation

Jeffries, D. and Hurst, R. (2023), "Remarkable lives – Danielle Jeffries in conversation with Robert Hurst", Mental Health and Social Inclusion, Vol. 27 No. 4, pp. 417-421. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-03-2023-0031