What does happiness actually feel like when you live with bipolar disorder? And how do you know when feeling really good is healthy happiness instead of hypomania or mania?
In today’s episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington tackle a deceptively complicated question: Are people with bipolar disorder allowed to chase happiness ... Show More
Sep 21
Is the Mental Health System Broken? What Bipolar Patients Need to Know
The mental health system can feel confusing, frustrating, and sometimes downright impossible to navigate—especially when you live with bipolar disorder. But what if the problem isn't that the system is “broken,” what if it was simply designed for something different? In this epis ... Show More
42m 25s
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
Jul 2024
210: A Teacher's Tale Breaking Free of Bipolar Denial
<p>Embracing Bipolar: Kelcie's Journey of Acceptance and Support
Paris welcomes Kelcie, a mental health advocate and toddler teacher, to share her journey living with bipolar disorder. </p>
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<p>Kelcie discusses her diagnosis in 2020, overcoming denial, and the vit ... Show More
30m 43s
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
49m 17s
