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20. What Makes Me Bipolar
What is bipolar disorder, what does it mean, and who has it? Do you think someone you care about might be bipolar? In this episode, your hosts Kristy and Angie sit down to finally talk about a long-awaited topic: Angie’s bipolar disorder. Content warning: mania, depression, suicide.
Highlights:
- We take a stab at defining bipolar disorders
- How bipolar disorders are classified
- How to help yourself when diagnosed with something unfamiliar
- The stigmatization and misrepresentation of bipolar disorder
- How to call out someone who is being an asshole
Takeaways:
- Bipolar depression, like unipolar depression, is a mood disorder
- Medication is here to help, not to stigmatize
- Sleep is very f*cking important!
- A successful relationship (bipolar or not) needs communication!
- Counsellor: RMT, Psychologist: Physio, Psychiatrist: Physician
Resources:
- BP Hope - Hope and Harmony for People with Bipolar
- How Manic Depression Became Bipolar Disorder
- The History of Bipolar Disorder
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www.shitwedonttellmom.com
Send us an audio message by clicking here!
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What is bipolar disorder, what does it mean, and who has it? Do you think someone you care about might be bipolar? In this episode, your hosts Kristy and Angie sit down to finally talk about a long-awaited topic: Angie’s bipolar disorder. Content warning: mania, depression, suicide.
Highlights:
- We take a stab at defining bipolar disorders
- How bipolar disorders are classified
- How to help yourself when diagnosed with something unfamiliar
- The stigmatization and misrepresentation of bipolar disorder
- How to call out someone who is being an asshole
Takeaways:
- Bipolar depression, like unipolar depression, is a mood disorder
- Medication is here to help, not to stigmatize
- Sleep is very f*cking important!
- A successful relationship (bipolar or not) needs communication!
- Counsellor: RMT, Psychologist: Physio, Psychiatrist: Physician
Resources:
- BP Hope - Hope and Harmony for People with Bipolar
- How Manic Depression Became Bipolar Disorder
- The History of Bipolar Disorder
Enjoyed this episode? Share with a friend! Hit subscribe to get the latest episodes. Leave us a comment and let us know your favourite episode!
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Tell Kristy & Angie what cringy and uncomfortable conversation topics you want to listen to!
Email us, DM, or Record a 60-second voice message. Send us an audio message by clicking here!
Instagram @shitwedonttellmom
Email: [email protected]
Support the show
The best way to support this show is by listening and sharing with a friend. If you would like to buy a coffee or bubble tea, we would love that too.
----
Instagram @shitwedonttellmom
Email: [email protected]
www.shitwedonttellmom.com
Send us an audio message by clicking here!
----
We use Buzzsprout as our host because they seamlessly link to major podcast platforms and make it really easy to read analytics. They also have an awesome support team. Sign up today and get a $20 Amazon gift card!
We also use Descript as our editing software because editing with text is much easier than with soundwaves. We are not audio geniuses and want to focus our energy on creating content rather than editing. Sign up today and get your first 3 months free!
Yes these are affiliate links because we like them and we use them too.