On The Dominic Carter Show on 77 WABC, Dominic Carter recently took a call from Judy, a mother in Manhattan whose story reflects the painful reality many families across America face.
Judy revealed that she lives with constant fear. Her son suffers from mental illness, and she worries each day that he might harm someone. Despite doing everything within her power to secure help, every attempt has been met with closed doors. Her voice trembled as she explained how powerless she feels — a mother fighting a battle she cannot win alone. To hear Judy’s call, click here.
A System That Fails Families
Judy’s story is not unique. Across this country, thousands of parents and loved ones are trying to get mental health treatment for their children and relatives, only to find themselves up against endless obstacles — from insurance denials to lack of hospital beds to stigma that keeps people from even asking for help.
Her words shook Dominic because he recognized every detail. His own mother battled Chronic Paranoid Schizophrenia. As a boy, Dominic was immersed in the psychiatric system — not as a doctor, nurse, or advocate, but as a child watching his mother suffer.
Dominic’s Childhood Reality
Dominic grew up knowing the hospitals his mother was at, like Bellevue, Pilgrim State, and Rockland State. He saw firsthand the effects of electric shock treatments and the use of straightjackets. He watched his mother cycle through institutionalizations that took a heavy toll on his family and left scars that followed him into adulthood.
This is why Judy’s call was not just another story on the air. It was a reflection of the same struggles Dominic endured as a child, and a reminder that America has yet to fully confront the crisis of mental illness.
Turning Pain Into Purpose
Rather than remain silent, Dominic has chosen to speak. He travels across the country, standing before audiences as a keynote speaker, to share his story. His mission is to give voice to those who suffer in silence — families like Judy’s who live each day with fear and uncertainty.
His memoir, No Momma’s Boy, is a raw account of these realities. It chronicles the pain of growing up with a mentally ill mother, the resilience it took to survive, and the determination to turn trauma into triumph.
Why These Stories Matter
Mental illness is not just a medical issue — it is a family issue, a community issue, and a national issue. Judy’s courage to call in and share her truth is a reminder of why we must keep telling these stories, fighting for better care, and supporting one another.
Dominic Carter believes that by shining light on these hidden struggles, we can inspire change and remind others that they are not alone.
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