We’re back!  Personal crises have been survived, family issues have been dealt with, and technical difficulties have been resolved.  It’s about time.
Becky is solo and guest-free for this edition of the podcast.  I talk about a few topics that have been on my mind lately, including the question “why are you so jumpy?” and the phenomenon of intrusive thoughts.
On intrusive thoughts:
https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/breakingbipolar/2017/11/coping-with-intrusive-thoughts-in-bipolar-disorder/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6Hvog3D6nc
On the startle response:
http://www.puckermob.com/fun/14-things-only-jumpy-people-understand
http://www.anxietycentre.com/anxiety-symptoms/startle-easily.shtml
News article:
http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article195828984.html
Thanks for sticking with me, guys.

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Hi guys,



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Thanks for sticking with me through these short episodes.

Intrusive Thoughts


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In this episode, I talk a bit about where I’ve been and the Intensive Outpatient Program I took part in recently.



In news, what else is there but the coronavirus?  I talk a little bit about how to cope with health anxiety.



No interview this week!





Comeback


Hey, friends. 



It’s just me this week.  I take a deep dive into the combination of Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety.



Here’s the links:



https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/bipolar-disorder/anxious-bipolar-patient/page/0/1



https://www.healthline.com/health/bipolar-and-anxiety#treatments



https://europepmc.org/abstract/med/16426110




10 Mindful Attitudes That Decrease Anxiety





Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder




Stay safe out there!

Anxiety with Becky


Hi Everyone!  I’m back this week with an episode I hope you’ll really like.



First off, my anxiety has been horrendous lately, so I talk a little about that. 



The news stories for this week are about mental health and social media and Halloween, respectively.




Coming Out About Mental Health On Social Media




https://billingsgazette.com/opinion/letters/halloween-asylum-stereotypes-mental-illness/article_e4149f7d-cf84-5019-be37-be33cd2dd3d6.html



My Guest this week is Holden!  He talks a little about what it’s like to be diagnosed with Avoidant Personality Disorder and how his Buddhist practice helps him with his mental health issues.  You can find him @holdensmhblog on Twitter.



I hope you like it!

Holden


Hi, all!  I’m back again this week with a few words on seasonal changes and mood.




Ask the Doctor: Why Do I Get Depressed Every Fall?




My interview this week is with Brandon of the Peculiar Picture Show Podcast.  Be sure to check it out!





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