Today we delve into the complex relationship between menstrual cycles, hormonal fluctuations, and bipolar disorder. Join Dr. Nicole Washington and Natasha Tracy, who lives with bipolar disorder, as they explore how periods and other “women’s health” issues can impact mood stability and what menstruating people with bipolar disorder should know about managing ... Show More
Sep 7
Stopping Obsessive Thoughts with Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive thoughts and chronic worry can make it difficult to relax, sleep, enjoy relationships, or even stay present in everyday life. But what does it actually mean when someone says they’re having “obsessive thoughts,” and what can they do to break the cycle? In this episode, ... Show More
42m 22s
Aug 24
Trusting AI with Your Bipolar Care: What You Should Know
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how we search for information, make decisions, and even seek mental health support. But can AI therapy safely help people living with bipolar disorder? In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington explore ... Show More
41m 58s
Aug 2023
165: Writing for Bipolar Care
<p>Can you imagine being diagnosed with bipolar disorder during a global pandemic while trying to run your own business?</p>
<p>This week, I am joined by Megan, mental health advocate and aspiring author living with bipolar type 1, PTSD, and anxiety. Megan uses her experiences li ... Show More
29m 9s
Jun 2023
Sex & Bipolar Disorder: Hypersexuality, Libido & Triggers | Dr. Heather Armstrong & Victoria Maxwell | EP. 34 🌶️
<p>Sexual health researcher Dr. <strong>Heather Armstrong</strong> and mental health educator <strong>Victoria Maxwell</strong> break down how bipolar disorder, mania, depression, and medication impacts sex, how to deal with hypersexuality and low libido, and strategies to improv ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2021
Routines, Rhythms & Bipolar Disorder | Prof. Greg Murray | EP. 16 🌙
<p>Sleep expert and clinical psychologist Prof. <a href="//crestbd.ca/greg">Greg Murray</a> (Swinburne University of Technology, Australia) and mental health educator <a href="//crestbd.ca/victoria">Victoria Maxwell</a>, discuss sleep-wake rhythms, and how routine in your life ca ... Show More
1 h