Curious about how bipolar disorder is diagnosed? Join Gabe and Dr. Nicole as they break down the intricacies of the diagnostic process. From recognizing the subtle signs of mania and depression to understanding the importance of detailed questioning, this episode offers an in-depth look at what it takes to accurately diagnose bipolar disorder.
Whether you're ... Show More
Apr 20
Can I Stop My Bipolar Meds? Cold Turkey vs Tapering
"Do I have to take these meds forever?" It’s the most common question psychiatrists hear, but the answer is rarely a simple yes or no. In this episode, hosts Gabe Howard (living with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington (board-certified psychiatrist) dive into the risks, the realit ... Show More
45m 2s
May 2025
Bipolar Disorder Shame Breeds in Darkness | Shaley Hoogendoorn (this is bipolar) | EP 44 🌄
Mental health advocate Shaley Hoogendoorn shares a powerful journey of bipolar disorder, and the years spent hiding in plain sight with unexplained symptoms of mania, depression and psychosis. After a public breakdown in front of 700 people, Shaley disappeared in shame - that mom ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2025
Your Thoughts Are Lying to You: How to Take Back Control
In this episode, our host interviews Dr. David Burns about his methods for overcoming negative thoughts and promoting joy using CBT techniques. Dr. Burns discusses various techniques and introduces his new digital tool, the Feeling Great app, which tracks personal feelings to fac ... Show More
25m 59s
Jul 2025
Perimenopause and Depression: When Hormones Hijack Your Mental Health
What if the sudden mood changes, crushing fatigue, or unexpected anxiety you’re experiencing aren’t just stress or part of getting older, but signs of depression linked to perimenopause? In this episode, ADAA member expert and psychiatrist Dr. Crystal Clark joins host Gabe Howard ... Show More
19 m
Jun 2025
When Is Picky Eating a Disorder? Understanding ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
Is your child a picky eater, or is it something more serious — and how can you tell? Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) goes far beyond food preferences. It’s driven by deep-seated fears of choking, vomiting, or other anxieties that can lead to dangerous nutritiona ... Show More
21m 30s
Sep 2025
The Spectrum of Mood Disorders with Dr. Chris Aiken
Welcome Back! Today we are interviewing Dr. Chris Aiken, Editor-in-Chief of the Carlat Psychiatry Report. We will be speaking about the broad spectrum of mood disorders, how Bipolar Disorder is different from Manic-Depressive Illness, affective temperaments, non-pharmacological t ... Show More
49m 20s
Jun 2016
002 Intro to Psychiatry with Dr. Laura Hirshbein
Interview with Dr. Laura Hirshbein, MD, PhD, of the University of Michigan. Podcast covers topics: - What is psychiatry? How does it compare to psychology or neurology? - What is a psychiatric illness, and how is a psychiatric illness diagnosed? - What is the DSM? How did we get ... Show More
55m 58s