Tag: Bipolar I

Impact Series Pt 7: Teen Survives Suicide Attempt to Help Dozens of Youth with Depression & Bipolar

Sarah finishes her story. She describes surviving a suicide attempt in 8th grade and helping dozens of youth with depression.

Impact Series Pt 6: Teen with Bipolar Talks about Being President of Largest LETS Club in U.S.

In the first half of my interview with Sarah, the President of the largest LETS club in the US, Sarah talks about how a best friend saved her life.

Mental Health & Dating Series Pt 1: Can Young Love Tested by Bipolar Survive?

In this podcast, we hear Melody and Matt's story! Melody has Bipolar I. We answer questions: Can two friends become lovers? Can love tested by mental illness survive? You'll hear tips on loving someone with a mental illness and tips on being in a relationship when you have a mental illness.

Manic Overspending Pt 1 (of 2): Why It Happens & How to Prevent It

This podcast discusses the obvious and not so obvious activities that lead some people with bipolar disorder into debt. What role do mania and hypomania work in moving people to spend too much money? What's the solution to the problem?

Melody's Story Pt 2 (of 2): Iranian-American Author & Attorney Busts Bipolar Stigma & Islamophobia

Mental illness can be a source of broken dreams; depression is the number one disability in the world according to the World Health Organization. But can a person actually use her mental illness to become wildly successful? To solve this riddle, hear the conclusion of 32-yo Melody Moezzi's story–Melody is an author, attorney, and advocate.

Melody's Story Pt 1 (of 2): Iranian-American Muslim Author & Attorney Busts Bipolar Stigma & Islamophobia

Melody Moezzi is 32-year old award-winning author, attorney, and advocate who has Bipolar I. She is also an Iranian-American Muslim. In this interview, Pt1 (of 2), she describes her worst experience with anti-bipolar stigma during a hospitalization. She also talks about Islamophobia and myths about Muslims.