I had the privilege of having a conversation with Joey Torre, a Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Warrior and dedicated Men’s Mental Health Advocate.
Joey’s journey is one of strength, perseverance, and purpose. Through his experiences living with HS and his commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, he continues to inspire others to speak up, seek support, and embrace their authentic selves.
Don’t miss this insightful and empowering conversation as we discuss:
- Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Men’s mental health and breaking stigma
- Resilience through adversity
- Finding purpose through advocacy
- Creating positive change through lived experience
PRESS PLAY and enjoy a powerful conversation that shines a light on resilience, advocacy, and the importance of mental wellness.
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HS information: https://hsconnect.org
https://www.theahsid.org
https://hopeforhs.org
https://www.hs-foundation.org
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0:07 Intro
01:40 Joey Torre Joins!
04:43 Who is Joey Torre?
06:42 Brooklyn, NY to Bridgeport, CT (why?)
11:15 Favorite Part of Bridgeport, CT
13:58 HS Diagnosis
19:46 A Second Medical Opinion is KEY
20:52 Describing Boil-Like Abscesses and Levels
22:08 The Multiple Impacts of HS
24:01 Living in Denial After Diagnosis
25:00 Men's Mental Health - Please Speak Up
26:17 Beware of Over-The-Counter Medicine | See A Doctor
32:16 Who Can Diagnose HS and Joey's Preference
33:35 Taking Care of His Mental Health
38:32 HS Triggers are a Personal Journey
41:17 The HS Community
44:25 The Impact of Documenting the Journey
47:19 Discovering Purpose
50:54 "Joey Talks"
52:53 Follow Joey Torre
54:21 HS Resources
56:01 Words of Wisdom for Men
57:49 Outro