Normalize the Crazy

In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Gabby Petito, a young woman whose tragic story captivated the world. We break down the key moments of the timeline leading up to her disappearance and untimely death, exploring the events that unfolded in the months prior. While the case has sparked widespread conversation, we also touch on the underlying mental health factors that may have played a role, setting the stage for a deeper exploration in our next episode. Join us as we unravel the details of this tragic story and reflect on the broader implications it has on relationships, mental health, and justice.

This week we’re back with another episode that has been personally experienced by Kelsey.  She was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder over 10 years ago. Listen in as we once again discuss the signs and symptoms, treatment, and some personal experience with BPD. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide and self harm. If you are struggling with depression, addiction or suicidal thoughts there is help. Seek medical assistance or contact your local resources for help. https://www.verywellmind.com/borderline-personality-disorder-statistics-425481

Hey Crazies! Let’s dive into a common diagnosis that we all love to throw around, Narcissism. What are the traits? How do you treat this diagnosis? How can you tell the signs of someone who has narcissistic personality disorder? Join us as we discuss all these questions and begin the conversation surrounding the trending word. We talk with Kelsey specifically who has had a personal experience with a clinically diagnosed narcissist, her ex husband. Let’s normalize co-existing with a narcissist, even when we can’t normalize the diagnosis!

Happy New Year Crazies! After some much needed time off to recoup from the holidays we are back normalizing the crazy. This week we’re moving on to discus mental illness that is not biological, but rather a diagnosis that develops from a persons environment. Join us as we discuss the impacts of RAD on both an individual and the family dynamic.   Reactive attachment disorder – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic Reactive Attachment Disorder in Adults

Hey Crazies, listen in as Brittany and Kelsey talk about New Year’s resolutions, where the idea came from,  why we fail at them and how we can succeed with some self improvement on a more personal level.  Grab your champagne and enjoy this impromptu special as we bring in 2022!   https://www.history.com/news/the-history-of-new-years-resolutions

Parenting is hard, add a little neurospice and some days it may seem unbearable.  This week we talk about parenting with mental illness; how to enjoy the good days and prepare for the bad days.  We are all navigating this journey of parenthood with little to no instructions, so how can you be the best parent?  Just be the best you regardless of you brains wiring so you can give the best to your children.  Let’s normalize being a little crazy.

Another episode on parenting; this time we discuss how to maintain your own sanity when you are raising a child diagnosed with a mental illness. Listen in as we talk about medicating you child, talking to their pediatrician and some tips on how to keep from burning out when your family’s life seem a little too crazy. https://www.apa.org/topics/child-development/medication-children https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3799257/ Why Pediatricians Are Important For Your Child’s Mental Health  

Parenting is hard, but how do you parent when there is a major event that may effect your child? With another school shooting, many parents are navigating through a heightened state of anxiety. Join Brittany and Kelsey as they break down the mental health behind tragic events, both within a caregiver and a child. Let’s lessen the stigma and increase our knowledge. https://childmind.org/article/anxiety-school-shooting/ https://www.samhsa.gov

We all have bad days, tune in for a discussion demonstrating how life, finances and mental stress can affect you while also feeling a little less crazy about your chaos. https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/release/2021/Q1/mental-well-being-inherently-connected-to-financial-wellness.html

We all have a lot on our plates and it’s not just food! Join Brittany and Kelsey as they talk about the holiday struggles of socializing while balancing stress, worry and perfection.