“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). [...]
Find me in Little Italy September 3rd at the Marketplace at Mulberry at 109 Mulberry st. Open 11-8.
Schizophrenic.NYC is proud to announce our new Tee! "It's Not a Delusion, You Are Incredible" Available Now for Pre-order! www.schizophrenic.nyc/shop/delusional-t-shirt Use coupon code "delusional15" to get 15% off starting today (9/2/16) and lasting through labor day weekend! Available Now for Pre-order! www.schizophrenic.nyc/shop/delusional-t-shirt
I’ve come out of closets before. For instance, I came out as bisexual when I went away to college. I made a big deal out of it, announcing on Facebook, quoting Lady Gaga, without talking to my family first. I thought I would get backlash from some people, so I was hoping the power [...]
Find me in Little Italy August 27th and 28th at the Marketplace at Mulberry at 109 Mulberry st. Open 11-8.
Something that has always been suggested to me is that I should hire people here at Schizophrenic.NYC that also live with Mental Illness. Well, about a year ago I met the amazing Hallie Kruger at a Flea Market in Brooklyn. Soon after she became my go-to Screen Printer for all of my "DONT BE PARANOID, [...]
Find me in Little Italy on Saturday (and maybe Sunday) at the Marketplace at Mulberry at 109 Mulberry st. Open 11-8.
While walking around the Lower East Side of NYC, Michelle found some awesome graffiti to take some pictures with. Check em out! "THINK ABOUT THINGS DIFFERENTLY"
Find me in Little Italy on Saturday and Sunday at the Marketplace at Mulberry at 109 Mulberry st. Open 11-8.
I am proud to announce that Schizophrenic.NYC's newest staff blogger is Taylor Jones. What the Tagline "Don’t Be Paranoid, You Look Great" did for me. - by Taylor Jones My mental illness has made me feel a lot of things; anger, mania, sadness, even suicidal. But one of the main things I feel with mental illness [...]
