Diagnosis Explained

Bonus Episode: Why does Vyvanse make me tired and irritable?

For patient assistance just google "(name of your medication) patient assistance". It will take you to the website of the people who make the medication, like https://www.lillycares.com/, and there you'll find their patient assistance packet. If you have any further questions or feedback please email me at [email protected]. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1

Today we're talking about ADHD, what it looks like, how to diagnose it, and how to treat it. We learn about helpful site such as https://chadd.org/ and https://www.psychologytoday.com/. For patient assistance just google "(name of your medication) patient assistance". It will take you to the website of the people who make the medication, like https://www.lillycares.com/, and there you'll find their patient assistance packet. If you have any further questions or feedback please email me at [email protected]. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1

In this episode we talk about how to manage and treat anxiety disorders. We talk about self-medication vs self-care. We discuss my 7 building blocks. We learn a bit about medication. All in all, a great way to finish anxiety disorders. If you have any questions, concerns, or stories please email [email protected]. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1

In this episode we finish up talking about our anxiety disorders. We talk about panic disorder, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder, and medication/substance induced anxiety disorder. We get anxious while talking about panic attacks and learn about some coping mechanisms and medications that can help. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1

Today we're going on a 3 part adventure into anxiety! This episode talks about separation anxiety, selective mutism, phobias, and social anxiety disorder. We learn that psychotherapy is the best way to treat these disorders though medications like SSRIs, propranolol, and benzodiazepines can be helpful. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1

Learn about the importance of medication and lifestyle changes when treating bipolar. For more information about bipolar please listen to the episode "Bipolar Diagnosis" or email me at [email protected]

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We're going to learn about bipolar and how it's diagnosed. It's one of the most debilitating and misunderstood diagnoses out there. Next episode will be about bipolar treatment. Email me at [email protected] with any question, advice, or kudos!

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Today we're talking about medication and treatment of depression, including ECT and TMS. For more information about how depression is diagnosed and what it is please listen to the episode "Depression Diagnosis". Please send any questions, recommendations, or kudos to [email protected]

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In this episode we take a deep dive into depression. We talk about why depression is important, who has it, how it's diagnosed, and a little bit about treatment. Listen to Episode 3: Depression Treatment to learn about medications, ETC, and TMS. I also recommend listening to "Finding help for mental illness" as it talks more about therapy, self care, and other options for help. For any questions please email [email protected].

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In this episode we talk about why someone would get help for their mental health; how to utilize self care; the difference between mental health professionals; how to find mental health professionals; and how to deal with insurance and mental health. We talk about the suicide hotline (1-800-273-8255) and how to use https://www.psychologytoday.com/ to find help. For any questions, comments, or concerns please send us an email to [email protected]. Join me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diagnosisexplained. Please rate and subscribe to the program at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1458994414&ls=1