In an effort to develop a better understanding of services for the severely and

Rep. Peter Ujvagi (center) pictured with Unison’s Board President, Bridgett Root (left) and Unison’s Chief Operating Officer, Courtney Weiss

persistently mentally ill in the community, Ohio State Rep. Peter Ujvagi visited with Unison Behavioral Health Group staff, clients and board representatives Dec. 7 at the East Woodruff Avenue location,  where individuals who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses – such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression – are served.

Ujvagi heard voices and other sounds – known as auditory hallucinations – through a CD on a headset while trying to accomplish simple tasks, such as reading, playing a game and answering questions. Following the auditory exercise, Ujvagi spent time speaking with Unison clients who currently experience auditory hallucinations.

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