Imagine, though, what it would be like to have extended periods of extreme highs and lows that don’t match up with whatever else is going on in your life and that you can’t control. People with bipolar disorder, a serious illness, are on this kind of a roller coaster, and it can wreak havoc on their relationships, jobs, and well-being. There is no cure for bipolar disorder, but there is effective treatment available.
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Balancing Support and Boundaries: Navigating Mental Health Challenges in Friendship
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In today’s episode, Gabe and Michelle discuss the challenges Michelle faces with her friend who exhibits erratic and aggressive behavior, likely due to untreated…
Podcast: Good vs Bad Vulnerability and What’s The Difference?
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Today Gabe and Michelle continue openly discussing living with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, respectively, aiming to reduce stigma around mental…
Podcast: Navigating Gifts, Criticism, and Friendship While Managing Mental Illness
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Today, Gabe and Michelle share their insecurities and lament that they do not feel more successful. They discuss navigating their…
Podcast: Can Schizophrenics and Bipolars be Good Pet Owners?
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In today’s episode, Gabe and Michelle talk about the positive impact their dogs, Peppy and Paisley, have on their mental…
Podcast: Passively Suicidal: Are You Still in Recovery?
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Today, Gabe and Michelle explore the nuances of navigating passive suicidal ideation within the context of long-term mental illness recovery. They highlight that occasional…
Podcast: Women v Men: Who Has More Stigma From Mental Illness?
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Today's discussion explores the challenges men and women face in managing mental illness, examining societal expectations, medication, and support systems.…