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In this conversation, James Ricciardi, a mental health historian and former lawyer, shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder and discusses the intersection of mental illness and success. He highlights the historical stigma surrounding mental health, the experiences of notable leaders like Winston Churchill and Lyndon Johnson, and contemporary figures who have openly discussed their struggles. Ricciardi emphasizes the need for a shift in public perception and understanding of mental illness as a legitimate health issue, akin to physical illnesses.
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In this conversation, James Ricciardi, a mental health historian and former lawyer, shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder and discusses the intersection of mental illness and success. He highlights the historical stigma surrounding mental health, the experiences of notable leaders like Winston Churchill and Lyndon Johnson, and contemporary figures who have openly discussed their struggles. Ricciardi emphasizes the need for a shift in public perception and understanding of mental illness as a legitimate health issue, akin to physical illnesses.
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