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Aug 2020
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Understanding Bipolar Disorder.

THE PSYCHOLOGY SISTERS
About this episode

Hello lovely listeners!

Happy Thursday.

You may have been hearing Bipolar Disorder in the media a lot at the moment.  So we thought it would be the perfect time to clarify and provide education into living with Bipolar and what exactly Bipolar Disorder is. We delve into types of BD, symptoms, and treatment options.

Later on we answer listener questions on setting boundaries with family during lockdown, supporting a partner who expressed suicidal ideation and supporting stay at home Mums.


We hope you guys enjoy this episode!

Bipolar Australia:
http://www.bipolaraustralia.org.au/

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n.b: please remember this is general and *not* personalised psychological advice, we strongly recommend seeking personalised psychological support. 

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