In this enlightening and deeply personal episode, Dr. Mirza talks with Dr. Devika Bhushan, MD, a pediatrician, public health leader, and recent addition to the NAMI board of directors. Dr. Bhushan wears many hats - from being an Acting Surgeon General for California, an Indian-American immigrant, and a parent, to living with bipolar disorder.Join us as we break down the stigmas and myths associated with bipolar disorder, exploring it not just from a clinical perspective, but through the lived experiences of someone who balances her professional responsibilities with her personal challenges. Dr. Bhushan shares the intersectionality of her identity and her path to self-disclosure, discussing how being a woman of color and a physician with bipolar disorder has shaped her advocacy work and leadership style.This episode offers invaluable insights into bipolar disorder, providing a deep understanding of the condition beyond clinical definitions and shedding light on the strength, resilience, and perseverance of those who live with it. Don't miss this compelling conversation as we go beyond labels and stereotypes, bringing you the real-life story of a medical professional living with bipolar disorder!Follow Dr. Bhushan (https://www.devikabhushan.com/):Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrDevikaB/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrDevikaB/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDevikaBSubstack: https://substack.com/@AskDrDevikaBChapters0:00 Intro2:26 Surprise question!5:30 Dr. Bhushan's journey to bipolar disorder11:52 Confronting stigma becoming a patient20:44 Hypomania vs mania, and misdiagnosis29:31 Journey of self-disclosure36:11 Limitations39:03 Stigma within South Asians42:48 Pregnancy and parenting46:13 Stigma between diagnoses48:30 Wrap-up__________________________________________Let's connect on all my socials (linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd for everything everywhere all at once):TikTok (@TheKicksShrink): https://tiktok.com/@thekicksshrinkInstagram (@TheKicksShrink): https://instagram.com/thekicksshrinkYouTube (@TheKicksShrink): https://youtube.com/thekicksshrinkTwitter (@sulmoney): https://twitter.com/sulmoneyAudio only PodcastsAnchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/thekicksshrinkSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/hveys2cdApple: https://tinyurl.com/32mvzu8bGoogle: https://tinyurl.com/2p977brsDISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 800.273.8255 or 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options

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