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Inside Bipolar — 142 episodes

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Title
1

Coping Skills to Stop Impulsive Behaviors

2

Self-Esteem in Bipolar: The Hidden Issue No One Talks About

3

Hypomania: The Mood State Few People Fear—But Should

4

Navigating the ‘Fear of Fear’ Cycle of Panic Attacks with Bipolar

5

Is it Anxiety, Bipolar, or Both? (And How to Tell the Difference)

6

When Joy Goes Missing: Understanding Anhedonia in Bipolar Disorder

7

Can I Stop My Bipolar Meds?  Cold Turkey vs Tapering

8

BONUS: Headlines of Horror: Schizophrenia Portrayals in News Media

9

Solo Parenting with Bipolar: Staying Stable as a Single Parent

10

Getting to Work with Bipolar: Excel at the Job and Live Better

11

Physical Health and Bipolar: How to Live Better and Longer

12

When Emotions Are Mistaken for Bipolar Symptoms

13

Paranoia in Bipolar: Anxiety vs. Psychosis

14

The ‘Inside Bipolar’ Experiment: Why This Wasn’t Supposed to Work

15

Bipolar Advocacy 101: From Political Change to Family Boundaries

16

From Panic to Peace: Self-Calming Tactics for Bipolar Disorder

17

Traveling with Bipolar: Tips That Actually Work

18

Addressing Racial & Ethnic Groups in Bipolar Care: Stigma and Misdiagnosis Exposed

19

Parenthood, Choice, and Bipolar: Reproductive Justice Explain

20

How to Find Hope When Bipolar Steals It Away

21

Fish Oil and Bipolar: Hype or Helpful?

22

Unpacking the Binge Eating Disorder and Bipolar Connection

23

Hypochondria (aka Illness Anxiety Disorder) in Bipolar Disorder Examined

24

Beyond Pills: Proven, Science-Based Approaches to Bipolar Management

25

Firing Your Mental Health Provider: Ending Gracefully, Safely, and Professionally

26

Do You Feel Taken Advantage Of Due to Bipolar?

27

Why Can’t You See It? Understanding 'Lack of Insight' in Bipolar Disorder

28

New Diagnosis or Managing for Years? Learn to Live Well with Bipolar (Part 2 of 2)

29

New Bipolar Diagnosis? All the Basics Unlocked (Part 1 of 2)

30

Breaking Stigma in Women’s Mental Health with Kit Wallis

31

The Bipolar Hack I Ignored for Years: Our Host’s Personal Walking Story

32

Frozen Truths: Catatonia in Bipolar Disorder

33

Never Surrender! Staying Committed to Bipolar Treatment

34

Schizoaffective & Bipolar: What’s the Connection?

35

OCD & Bipolar: Unraveling Potential Intersections

36

When Trauma and Bipolar Collide

37

Struggles of Low Sex Drive (Hyposexuality) in Bipolar Disorder

38

ECT: Medical Torture or Effective Treatment? (Electroconvulsive Therapy)

39

Unpacking Bipolar Rage: What’s Real and What’s Not

40

ADHD and Bipolar: Untangling the Overlap

41

When Friends Wish Mania Would Return

42

How to Talk with Your Psychiatrist: Bridging the Communication Gap

43

Love or Mania? Understanding the Differences with Bipolar Disorder

44

Doomscrolling and Bipolar: How to Break Free

45

Is Hypomania Controllable? Myths, Realities, and Risks

46

Bipolar Relapse: Personal Journey of Warning Signs, Support, and Recovery

47

Understanding Cyclothymia and Exploring ‘Bipolar Tendencies’

48

Managing Cluttered, Racing, and Disordered Thoughts

49

Turning Stress into Strength: Bipolar Management Strategies

50

Thriving at Work with Bipolar: Handling Symptoms and Setting Boundaries

51

Treatment-Resistant Bipolar: Myth, Misunderstanding, or Medical Fact?

52

When Bipolar Treatment Is Refused: What Can Loved Ones Do?

53

Keto for Bipolar: Cure or Craze?

54

Beyond Spa Days: Self-Care and the 8 Dimensions of Wellness

55

Top 10 Most Common Bipolar Questions Answered

56

Dodging Bipolar Relapse in January: Beating Holiday Havoc

57

Love & Marriage: Tackling Relationship Challenges with Bipolar Disorder

58

Self-Sabotage and Bipolar: Breaking the Cycle

59

Seasonal Bipolar: Can Weather Really Cause Symptoms?

60

Overcoming Internalized Shame and Guilt in Bipolar Disorder

61

Bipolar Mixed Episodes: Navigating the Unthinkable

62

Fear of Relapse? Navigating the Lingering Shadows of Bipolar Disorder

63

Work-Life Balance Is a Scam: What It Really Means for Bipolar Disorder

64

Navigating Friendships and Support: Building a Balanced Bipolar Support System

65

The Impact of Menstrual Cycles and Hormonal Fluctuations on Bipolar Disorder

66

Answering the Overlooked: Bipolar’s Brain Changes, Vertigo, TMS, and More (From Listener Questions)

67

How Is Bipolar Disorder Diagnosed?

68

Overcoming Negative Thoughts and Embracing Positivity with Bipolar Disorder

69

The Truth About Resilience with Bipolar Disorder

70

Pinpointing Recovery: Defining ‘Regular’ Moods and Self-Directed Goals in Bipolar Disorder

71

Bipolar Psychosis: Demons, Delusions, and Hallucinations

72

Psychiatry's Controversies: Overprescription, Skepticism, and Finding the Middle Ground

73

Signs of Progress: How to Recognize Recovery With Bipolar Disorder

74

Navigating the Zombie Effect: Emotional Blunting with Bipolar Disorder

75

Essential Questions to Ask About Your Bipolar Diagnosis and Treatment

76

Unmasking Imposter Syndrome: A Deep Dive into Its Origins and Impact

77

Unpacking the Psych Appointment: Questions, Expectations, and Outcomes

78

Off the Meds: Navigating Bipolar Treatment Challenges

79

Humor and Breaking Stigma: Joking about Bipolar Disorder

80

Losing Your Provider: Navigating the Therapeutic Relationship from Beginning to End

81

Navigating Family Support: The Partnership Paradigm with Bipolar Disorder

82

Busting Bipolar Myths: Uncovering the Truths Behind the Lies

83

Mood Stabilizers: Unraveling the Mysteries of These Medications

84

Speed Shift from Mania to Steady Thoughts (and How to Manage)

85

Exploring the Gritty and Ugly Sides of Bipolar

86

Is “I’m Bipolar” a Stigmatizing Statement?

87

Managing Urges and Impulses with Bipolar

88

Borderline Personality Disorder vs. Bipolar. Why the Confusion?

89

Attending College with Bipolar Disorder

90

Maintaining Long-Term Recovery with Bipolar Disorder

91

Annoying Things Psych Docs Say to Patients

92

Does What You Eat Affect Bipolar?

93

Brain Fog and How to Manage It

94

Host's Mom Shares Family Perspective of Bipolar

95

In-Patient Hospitalizations: How to Stay Prepared

96

Alcohol’s Impact on Bipolar Disorder

97

Is Hypomania “Just” Less Severe Mania?

98

5 People For Your Support Team (That You Coach)

99

Families Seeking Forgiveness After Recovery (Part 2 of 2)

100

Families Are Complicated and Bipolar Doesn’t Help (Part 1 of 2)

101

Second Opinion for Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis

102

Mania Stay and Depression Go? Treatment Options for Bipolar Symptoms

103

Using Supplements to Treat Bipolar Disorder

104

Are Routines Helpful to Manage Bipolar Disorder?

105

Is Mania Always Happy? All About Dysphoric Mania

106

Is Overeating an Example of Self-Medication?

107

Can Cannabis / Marijuana Treat Bipolar Disorder?

108

What Is Rapid Cycling? (And What We Often Get Wrong)

109

Mom Shares How Childbirth Led to Bipolar Diagnosis

110

How Can I Tell If My Child Has Bipolar Disorder?

111

Does Hollywood Portray Life with Bipolar Accurately?

112

Owning Our Mistakes Caused by Bipolar Symptoms

113

Managing Marriage and Bipolar Disorder

114

Is Happiness Possible with Bipolar?

115

Stopping Bipolar Mania Before It Starts

116

Defeating Depression with Bipolar Disorder

117

Should You Tell Kids About Your Bipolar Diagnosis?

118

Is Mania a Good or Bad Symptom of Bipolar Disorder?

119

Surviving Family Gatherings While Managing Bipolar

120

Handling Grief While Managing Bipolar Disorder

121

Coping with Agitation and Irritability with Bipolar Disorder

122

Handling Insensitive Comments About Bipolar Disorder

123

Understanding Lack of Insight (Anosognosia) in Bipolar Disorder

124

Feeling Tired Because of Bipolar Disorder?

125

Important Announcement From the Inside Bipolar Podcast

126

How Does Aging Impact Bipolar Disorder?

127

Need Help Dating with Bipolar Disorder?

128

Coping with Pessimism and Bipolar Disorder

129

Co-Occurring PTSD and Bipolar Disorder: Everything You Need to Know

130

Ruminations and Repeating Thoughts with Bipolar Disorder

131

Returning to Work After an Absence Caused by Bipolar Disorder

132

Workplace Disclosure of Bipolar Disorder

133

Things That Annoy Your Psychiatrist (That They’ll Never Tell You)

134

Disclosing Bipolar to Friends and Colleagues

135

Medication Noncompliance in Bipolar Disorder

136

Why Is There a Type 1 and 2 in Bipolar Disorder?

137

Pregnancy Considerations with Bipolar Disorder

138

Diagnosis Flip-Flop with Bipolar Disorder

139

Combatting Sexual Side Effects With Your Doctor

140

Inpatient Commitment Trauma in Bipolar Disorder

141

Deconstructing Hypersexuality in Bipolar Disorder

142

Do Medical Professionals Know Best When It Comes to Bipolar Disorder?