{"id":60145,"date":"2025-02-11T14:45:45","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T14:45:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nordichouse.is\/?post_type=event&p=60145"},"modified":"2025-02-20T14:25:40","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T14:25:40","slug":"baekur-og-brjalud-fraedi","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/nordichouse.is\/en\/event\/baekur-og-brjalud-fraedi\/","title":{"rendered":"BOOKS AND MAD STUDIES"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mad Studies is an emerging field that explores the history, culture, politics, lived experiences, and advocacy of people who identify as \u201cMad,\u201d \u201cPsychiatric Survivors,\u201d mental health system users, and those with experiences of mental health challenges, among others. The roots of Mad Studies can be traced back to the human rights movements of the 1970s when groups on both sides of the Atlantic rose up to fight for dignity and justice.<\/p>\n

The word \u201cMad\u201d in this context has been reclaimed, shifting from a term of stigma to one of pride\u2014similar to how \u201cGay Pride\u201d developed. The Icelandic translation of terms like \u201cMad\u201d and \u201cMadness\u201d is still evolving. Currently, we use the term Brj\u00e1la\u00f0ur (which can mean both \u201cmad\u201d and \u201cfurious\u201d), reflecting both the experience of being \u201cmad\u201d and the justified anger that comes with it. Therefore, we introduce Brj\u00e1lu\u00f0 fr\u00e6\u00f0i \u2013 Mad Studies.<\/p>\n

The books and research presented at this symposium focus on the lived experiences of people with mental health challenges. Examining these experiences from the perspective of those who have lived them is a key element of Mad Studies.<\/p>\n

What: Symposium on Mad Studies \u2013 Research presentations and author readings<\/h5>\n
Where: The Nordic House, S\u00e6mundargata 11, 102 Reykjav\u00edk<\/h5>\n
When: March 1st, 3:30 PM \u2013 5:00 PM (15:30 \u2013 17:00)<\/h5>\n
Languages: Icelandic and Icelandic Sign Language<\/h5>\n

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PROGRAM:<\/h5>\n
Mad Studies and Research on Books<\/h5>\n

An introduction to the academic framework and origins of Mad Studies, along with the research project: The experience of publishing an autobiographical book about mental health challenges.<\/i><\/p>\n

Gunnhildur Una J\u00f3nsd\u00f3ttir \u2013 Master\u2019s student in Disability Studies at the University of Iceland and holds an MFA in Visual Arts from Carnegie Mellon University.<\/p>\n

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Bo\u00f0af\u00f6ll \u2013 New Approaches in Suicide Prevention<\/h5>\n

Fanney will discuss how the book Bo\u00f0af\u00f6ll<\/i> was created through collaboration among several authors and will read selected passages.<\/p>\n

Fanney Bj\u00f6rk Ing\u00f3lfsd\u00f3ttir \u2013 Holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Akureyri and is a Master\u2019s student in Creative Writing at the University of Iceland.<\/p>\n

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A Critical Theory Perspective on the Implementation of Peer Support and Recovery-Oriented Approaches<\/h5>\n

Peer support has been gradually introduced at the Mental Health Services of the National University Hospital since 2021. This shift involves former users of mental health services being hired as staff members within various departments. Research indicates that implementing peer support can be challenging when recovery-oriented approaches are not fully embraced. This presentation examines this workforce transition from a critical theory perspective, analyzing the mental health system as a structure of power.<\/p>\n

N\u00edna Eck \u2013 Social worker (MA), Peer Support Team Manager at the National University Hospital, and Peer Support Trainer.<\/p>\n

From the Highest Heights to the Deepest Depths<\/h5>\n

On the origins of Life is a Place Where Living is Forbidden<\/i> and Cleansing Fire.<\/i>
\nSteind\u00f3r will provide insights into the creation of his books Life is a Place Where Living is Forbidden<\/i> (Ver\u00f6ld, 2023) and Cleansing Fire,<\/i> an upcoming poetry collection. He will also read excerpts from both works.<\/p>\n

Steind\u00f3r J Erlingsson \u2013 Biologist (BSc) and Historian of Science (PhD).<\/p>\n

Accessibility:<\/h5>\n

The Nordic House has good accessibility in most areas. There is a wheelchair ramp leading to the building, and an elevator inside provides access to the exhibition space, Hvelfing. The children’s library can be accessed via stairs from the main library, but for wheelchair users, it is accessible through Hvelfing. The Elissa hall has good accessibility.<\/p>\n

Accessible restrooms are available on the main floor, and all restrooms are gender-neutral.<\/p>\n

A sensory-friendly space will be available during the event, located near the event area and clearly marked. The symposium will be conducted in Icelandic and interpreted into Icelandic Sign Language.<\/p>\n

Public Transport:<\/h5>\n
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  • Bus 15 (Stop: \u00cdslensk erf\u00f0agreining)<\/li>\n
  • Buses 1, 3, and 6 (Stop: University of Iceland)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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