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‘It’s like being trapped in a room with a terrifying creature.’ A few months after her son was born, Helena realises something is wrong. Her search for answers leads to a difficult decision.
In Room 5, Helena Merriman interviews people who - like her - were changed by a diagnosis.
Written, presented and produced by Helena Merriman Composer: Jeremy Warmsley Sound Design: Eloise Whitmore
Production Co-ordinator: Janet Staples Editor: Emma Rippon Commissioning Editor: Richard Knight
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End song: Miffed by Tom Rosenthal
If you have a story you’d like to share you can email: room5@bbc.co.uk
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