Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health

This week we’re covering an often misunderstood condition Dissociative Identity Disorder with librarian turn author Vivian Conan. She was first diagnosed when this condition was still called Multiple Personally Disorder and shares how understanding has evolved through the decades.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Learn more about Vivian and her book HERE

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We’re revisiting one of our most popular themes this week with Anne Helen Petersen. Who shares how burnout is fast defining a generation and the steps we can all take to recognise the signs sooner.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Preorder your copy of Anne’s book HERE

Find our previous episode on this theme HERE

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This week we virtually sit down with Mark Simon, one of the brilliant people behind tv shows such as Stranger Things and Dynasty. It was actually his experience of bullying that lead to this creative career. Also in the episode Mark shares how writing was transformational in his recovery from PTSD.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Get your copy of Marks book HERE

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For a topic that the whole world is grappling with we are joined by one of our most impactful past guests. Sophie Sabbage shares what insight she’s found in experiencing grief through her life as an expression of appreciation for all we have lost. This may be an intense listen particularly at the moment but one we certainly found comforting.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

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This week we are coving the often elusive theme of happiness with fellow podcaster Alex Manzi. Who shares how he continues to build on this whilst managing his mental health more generally.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

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Find Alex’s book and podcast HERE

Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

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We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

In this episode we are covering a lesser known eating disorder with the brilliant Lawrence Smith. Who shares how many with Type 1 Diabetes find this affects their weight and mental health.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Check out Lawrence’s article on Diabulimia HERE

Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

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We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

For this episode we’re joined again by Julia Bainbridge who hosts The Lonely Hour podcast. We delve deep into why many of us had been feeling more disconnected even before the pandemic. Plus how reflecting in solitude can inspire change for better mental health.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Listen to The Lonely Hour HERE

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Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

For our final lockdown interview we speak to the brilliant Julia Bainbridge about life in what was the virus epicentre. She also shares what lessons she plans to bring forward and a major positive she’s found against the odds.

Listen to Julia’s podcast The Lonely Hour HERE

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

Follow Nicola on Twitter HERE

Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

This week we’re revisiting the topic of suicide with the inspirational Roger Cruickshank. Who shares deep insight on his experience coming to terms with suicide in a family.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.

Find Rogers book and campaigning HERE

Also a short video from him HERE

Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

On our 15th Lockdown interview we are joined by favourite of the pod Dave Chawner. Who shares his experience losing a close family member to Covid-19 at a time when he’s away from the usual outlet of his work as a comedian.

Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition

Follow Nicola on Twitter HERE

Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE