Hearing Voices Simulation

Description

The Hearing Distressing Voices Simulation is a 2.5-hour workshop developed by Pat Deegan, PhD. It was designed to help individuals better understand what it is like to experience distressing voices. The workshop begins with watching a filmed lecture by Dr. Pat Deegan about the voice hearing experience. Followed by the simulation, during which participants will wear audio equipment, with a specially designed recording that simulates the experience of hearing distressing voices, while engaging in a variety of tasks, designed to mimic real life experiences of individuals who hear voices. Upon completion the group will come back together for discussion. As a result of the simulation experience, participants will increase their understanding of the lived experience, increase empathy for those who struggle with it, and gain insight into the impact their involvement/intervention can have on a person who hears distressing voices.