this is bipolar
’this is bipolar’ is an unfiltered & authentic podcast sharing stories of lived experience. Listen to hear a real-life glimpse of bipolar disorder.
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The Divorce I Never Saw Coming: Trauma, Grief & Bipolar Disorder (opens the original)
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In this deeply personal episode of This Is Bipolar, Dr. Andrea Vassilev sits down with Shaley Hoogendoorn for an honest conversation about one of the most difficult and unexpected years of Shaley's life. Shaley opens up about the sudden end of her marriage, how she discovered that her life was about to change, and what it has been like to navigate the shock, grief, and trauma of a divorce she never saw coming. Andrea helps Shaley look back on the past year—not just at what happened, but at what
Living with Bipolar as a Man: Lee Formella on Acceptance, Anger & Breaking the Stigma (opens the original)
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Living with bipolar disorder can look different for everyone, but one thing many people share is the pressure to pretend they're okay when they're struggling. In this honest conversation, Shaley Hoogendoorn sits down with returning guest Lee Formella to talk about what it's has been like living with bipolar disorder as a man. Together they discuss late diagnosis, learning acceptance, managing anger, masking symptoms at work, addiction, and why men often struggle to ask for help. Lee shares how y
Bipolar & Travel: Chaos, Coping, and Carry-Ons | BEST OF 2025 (opens the original)
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Join hosts Shaley Hoogendoorn and Dr. Andrea Vassilev as they delve into the complexities of traveling with Bipolar Disorder in this enlightening episode of 'this is bipolar'. Together, they explore how changing time zones and disrupted routines can impact mental health, offering practical tips to manage these challenges. They share personal stories and expert insights on maintaining balance and stability while traveling, ensuring that your adventure is both memorable and manageable.Discover str
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