Mackenzie Nicole (singer-songwriter): Living w/Bipolar Disorder with Becca Lane (NAMI Philadelphia))

Mari Fong interviews Mackenzie Nicole (singer-songwriter) and Becca Lane (NAMI Philadelphia) on bipolar disorder and suicidal thoughts. September is Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month, and pop artist Mackenzie Nicole shares her story on Bipolar 1 Disorder, having suicidal thoughts at 6 years old, and the mood swings of mania and depression.  Mackenzie also talks about OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), the difficulty of accepting help, and being overjoyed after being diagnosed. What she learned in recovery, having an addictive personality, her experience with therapy and medication, and why she’s now the happiest. most creative she’s ever been. Her album Mystic is a musical tribute to her mental health odyssey.Becca Lane of NAMI Philadelphia compares Bipolar Disorder 1 and 2 and how bipolar can often be disguised as depression, anxiety or ADHD. Common coping skills, therapies, and medications for bipolar. Becca also weaves in her own story of bipolar, her joy after finding the right help, and NAMI Philly’s “Ending the Silence” Program. “Be brave, ask for help, and be persistent in finding the mental help that you need.” * THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING US at checkyourheadpodcast.com or on our patreon.com page. Every dollar is appreciated, every listener is appreciated <3 For free or affordable mental help, visit: http://checkyourheadpodcast.com/THANK YOU for “liking” or page or following us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/checkyourheadpodcast; Instagram: @checkyourheadpodcast; Twitter: @checkheadpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4BJN--waRV1rKMM2OVwkSw/featured Say hello and give us feedback! We love hearing from our Superhero fans ❤️🤘Support the showCHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast is now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with our mission to educate, normalize, support, and provide mental health and addiction recovery solutions for the music industry. Participate in our mission and become a CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast Superhero! Feel good when you make a donation to our cause, knowing we're fighting the good fight to improve and save lives for musicians and music fans worldwide. Donate on our website, where we also provide the largest online list of free and affordable mental and addiction recovery solutions on  http://checkyourheadpodcast.comFollow Us! On social media @checkyourheadpodcast and Watch & Subscribe on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@checkyourheadpodcast5174You rock and we love you at checkyourheadpodcast.com ❤️🤘The information shared during this interview is for general informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for any individualized medical concerns.