Is hypomania something you can use to your advantage, or is that a dangerous game to try? In this episode, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, and Dr. Nicole Washington, a board certified psychiatrist, take a deep dive into the nuances of hypomania, its diagnostic criteria, and the widespread belief that it can be harnessed for productivity.
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Nov 2
Overstimulation With Bipolar: Are They Related and How to Cope
Do you have strong feelings or reactions to certain noises, crowds, or bright lights? Do you often feel overwhelmed or overstimulated and wonder how bipolar disorder connects? The answer is more complicated than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Washington, a board-cer ... Show More
47m 49s
Oct 19
Grieving the Identity You Lose After Bipolar Diagnosis
A bipolar diagnosis can change how you see yourself, how your family sees you, and what you believe is possible. But is it mentally healthy to grieve the person you thought you were? In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar disorder) and Dr. Nicole Washington explore ... Show More
40m 4s
Jul 2024
What is Bipolar disorder? (Manic Depression renamed) Symptoms & Treatment
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 135: What is Bipolar Disorder? Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr. Marianne Trent interviews Sam Swidzinski, who has bipolar disorder, to d ... Show More
48m 16s
Aug 2019
Gabe Howard on Mental Illness
Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer, speaker, and host of the weekly Psych Central show who lives with bipolar and anxiety disorders. His new book, Mental Illness Is an A-Hole – And Other Observations, is what he and Eric discuss in this episode. You’ll be captivated by Gabe’s ... Show More
52m 3s
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