Is Hypomania “Just” Less Severe Mania?
Often, when discussing hypomania in bipolar disorder, it is described as “just like mania, but not as severe.” To the uneducated populace, this creates the idea that hypomania is not as serious and, f...
18 Syys 202342min
5 People For Your Support Team (That You Coach)
Building a support system to help you manage bipolar disorder is easier said than done. In this episode, Gabe and Dr. Nicole share that a support system is helpful and give hints and tips on how to bu...
4 Syys 202340min
Families Seeking Forgiveness After Recovery (Part 2 of 2)
Last week, Gabe shared all the things his parents did wrong when it came to helping him manage his bipolar disorder. This week, he tells us some of the things his parents got right. Dr. Nicole shares...
21 Elo 202328min
Families Are Complicated and Bipolar Doesn’t Help (Part 1 of 2)
Our host, Gabe Howard, frequently shares how his parents “did everything wrong” when getting him help for bipolar disorder. He has shared the fractures in his family, the misunderstandings, and the co...
7 Elo 202336min
Second Opinion for Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
Receiving a diagnosis of any major medical condition is scary. A bipolar disorder diagnosis can be even scarier. Many people may disagree, wondering if the doctor is correct. Should you seek a second...
24 Heinä 202343min
Mania Stay and Depression Go? Treatment Options for Bipolar Symptoms
Most of us want to get rid of depressive periods, but we aren’t as sold on getting rid of manic periods. And why should we be? Why won’t doctors just do what we want and relieve our depression while...
10 Heinä 202336min
Using Supplements to Treat Bipolar Disorder
Are you interested in the pros and cons of using over-the-counter supplements to treat bipolar disorder? Some people are curious about them and others feel they are equivalent to prescription medicati...
26 Kesä 202338min
Are Routines Helpful to Manage Bipolar Disorder?
Many of us have been told that maintaining a consistent routine is the key to living well with bipolar disorder. But does that ever annoy you? Does it feel like you’re being treated like a child? Afte...
12 Kesä 202336min
