Will Hall Is Honored with 2012 Judi Chamberlin Joy in Advocacy Award

I'm very happy to share the news that Will has been honored for his fine work. Will Hall often contributes and edits Beyond Meds too. He is a close friend and I know very well just how much he deserves this award. These words written by his friend and fellow activist, Oryx Cohen, were read by the presenter when he was given the award:

November 15, 2012

The Emerging Mind: (neuroplasticity and much more)

The Emerging Mind: How relationships and the embodied brain shape who we are -- We can change how our brain functions. We can change the very structure of the brain. Yup, more on neuroplasticity. This man believes in the very real potential of healing change in our lives and helps inform us about how to do just that.

November 15, 2012

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