The Holidays are always a special time of year. Families and friends are celebrating, media seems to be a lot more jolly and delightful, music sounds like nostalgia and happiness. However, as much as it's "the most wonderful time of the year," it can also be a horror show to a lot of people; [...]
Come see Schizophrenic.NYC at Beer Flea! Located at Singlecut Brewery in Astoria, Queens. It's from 12pm-8pm. The comedy show on Sunday will start at 8pm and have Kurt Metzger, the head writer for inside Amy Schumer. Singlecut Brewery is located at: 19-33 37TH ST, ASTORIA, NY, 11105
We are so excited to announce that the founder of Schizophrenic.NYC, Michelle Hammer was interviewed by Mark Farrell of the Progressive Radio Network. Listen below to hear the interview: You can listen to the entire radio broadcast with other guests and commentary on news Here >
Severe mental illness is rarely talked about publicly, let alone referenced proudly and unapologetically on a T-shirt. Graphic designer Michelle Hammer is hoping to change that — by starting a conversation about schizophrenia through her eye-catching designs as part of her company, Schizophrenic.NYC. Read More >
Schizophrenic.NYC was featured in THISISYNA.com Holiday Gift Guide 2016! It may seem super early in the year to put out a gift guide, but America's had a rough week. I think we deserve some holiday cheer in the form of Starbucks red cups and gift guides to get us in the mood for shopping for [...]
Michelle Hammer wants to draw attention to the 3.5 million Americans living with schizophrenia. Although schizophrenia affects roughly 1.1 percent of the world's population, it's rarely talked about openly. Fortunately, graphic designer Michelle Hammer is hoping to change that. Hammer, who's the founder of Schizophrenic NYC, wants to draw attention to the 3.5 million Americans [...]
We are so in love with the NEW Schizophrenic.NYC Pillboxes! They feature custom artwork from our founder Michelle as well as two featuring the Paranoid and Delusional quotes. You can purchase them Here >
We just became aware of a fashion line to help fight the stigma around mental illness, and we love it. Not only is mental illness awareness important, but so is helping those who suffer from it. Schizophrenic.NYC is the company, and it was started by New York-based graphic designer Michelle Hammer in 2015, reported Mashable. [...]
Once again Schizophrenic.NYC collaborated with fashion blogger Jacklyn.Lune for some awesome pics! Check em out!
“I wanted to create something of my own that I could be proud of, and announce to everyone that I live with a mental illness." Given the stigma surrounding mental illness, it may seem pretty radical to wear your condition on your sleeve. But that's exactly what graphic designer Michelle Hammer wants you to do. Hammer [...]
Mental illnesses such as schizophrenia aren’t often addressed publicly and can be heavily misunderstood. This is why NYC-based graphic designer Michelle Hammer, 27, who suffers from the illness herself, has launched a clothing line designed to raise awareness of the disease and change how people generally perceive it. Hammer launched her company Schizophrenic.NYC in 2015 [...]
It’s October in Kentucky, and temperatures are falling. The sun begins to fall a lot earlier compared to July. Many individuals struggle with a mood that might begin to fall as well. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) has been recognized since the 1980’s but thankfully, it continues to become more prominent in news and health magazines. [...]
This clothing range is designed to raise awareness of mental illness Having been diagnosed with schizophrenia aged 22, graphic designer Michelle Hammer wanted to do something to reduce the stigma around mental health issues. Thus, last year her company Schizophrenic.NYC was born. Featuring slogan tees and vest tops with lines such as the company’s tag line, [...]
We are in Mashable! Severe mental illness is rarely talked about publicly, let alone referenced proudly and unapologetically on a T-shirt. Graphic designer Michelle Hammer is hoping to change that — by starting a conversation about schizophrenia through her eye-catching designs as part of her company, Schizophrenic.NYC. Read More >
Schizophrenic.NYC was featured in The Mighty! Michelle Hammer wants to change the way people from New York City think about mental illness. But, instead of fighting stigma with words or campaigns, she’s doing it with designs anyone can wear. Hammer, who lives with schizophrenia, decided it was time to make a change after encountering a homeless [...]
Once again it's October 10, which means it's World Mental Health Day. This is a day that mental health is to be recognized, and people can speak out about their experiences. As a mental health advocate you'd expect me to be excited about this day, where people are speaking up, right? The answer is yes [...]
Check out the amazing Geo wearing the Schizophrenic.NYC Tees!
Since becoming a mental health advocate I've received a lot of uplifting messages. A very popular message I've received is that people are keeping me in their prayers, or that they will pray for me. Although I don't believe in most of these people's God, I appreciate it. I used to go to church, and [...]
I will be at Art.Mart BK Friday Sept. 30th, Saturday Oct. 1st and Sunday Oct. 2nd. I will be showcasing my artwork as well as the Schizophrenic.NYC tanks and tees. I would LOVE to see you there!!! The Facebook Event page is Here > Art.Mart takes place at: 395 Johnson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206 [...]
Check out the new video that the Schizophrenic.NYC founder, Michelle Hammer made. Ever wonder what goes on in a Schizophrenic's head? Well now you can find out!
Had tons of fun shooting Michelle Z. in the Pink Ink Rorschach Test T-shirt in awesome places around Astoria, New York.
Find me in Little Italy September 10th and 11th at the Marketplace at Mulberry at 109 Mulberry st. Open 11-8.
*NOTE: ALTHOUGH THIS IS A POST ON HELPING OTHERS WHO ARE SUICIDAL, THIS POST DOES NOT APPLY TO SOMEONE WHO IS ACTIVELY TRYING TO END THEIR LIFE. IF SOMEONE HAS A PLAN AND CONFESSES TO YOU, PLEASE SAVE THE MESSAGES AND CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY SO THEY CAN BE ASSISTED BY PROFESSIONAL CARE. ALTHOUGH THEY MAY BE MAD [...]
Here are a few pictures from the Schizophrenic.NYC Clothing Line Photo Shoot with Actress Michelle D.
Hi, I'm Clayton Paz. It is not my full name but it's half haha. I have suffered from anxiety since I was a kid. My anxiety peaked in 2011, when my father was in the hospital and was dying. I was trying to be strong but I blew up the next year (2012). [...]
