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Welcome to The Bipolar Diaries Podcast. As someone that was diagnosed with Bipolar II, my aim is to eliminate the stigma surrounding Bipolar and normalise the conversation between those suffering and those who don’t. Hopefully this can give

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Season 5


Bipolar & Autoimmune Disorders

This episode we look into (or try to) the connection between Bipolar Disorder and Autoimmune Disorders. I talk through the ones I've been diagnosed with and the impact they have had on my life.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiariesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar & Autoimmune Disorders

This episode we look into (or try to) the connection between Bipolar Disorder and Autoimmune Disorders. I talk through the ones I've been diagnosed with and the impact they have had on my life.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiariesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13:51

EP11 - S5

23 Aug 23

The dating game

Ana's been getting around...from one date to the next and changing the mindset if things don't work out, it's because of Bipolar.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dating game

Ana's been getting around...from one date to the next and changing the mindset if things don't work out, it's because of Bipolar.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20:22

EP10 - S5

19 Jul 23

ADHD AF

Welcome the hosts of ADHD AF (As Females) Laura & Dawn. They take us through their ADHD diagnosis, the difference in symptoms, discuss the impact the media has and the struggles they have faced through out their whole life.  IG @adhdasfemales @lauraisadhdaf @dawnisadhdaf  www.adhdasfemales.com Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ADHD AF

Welcome the hosts of ADHD AF (As Females) Laura & Dawn. They take us through their ADHD diagnosis, the difference in symptoms, discuss the impact the media has and the struggles they have faced through out their whole life.  IG @adhdasfemales @lauraisadhdaf @dawnisadhdaf  www.adhdasfemales.com Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01:12:14

EP09 - S5

28 Jun 23

Blood tests, medication and the hustle

This week we are discussing the importance of getting blood tests for medication, the issues with private health care in the uk, and the dangers of the hustle culture.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blood tests, medication and the hustle

This week we are discussing the importance of getting blood tests for medication, the issues with private health care in the uk, and the dangers of the hustle culture.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

32:36

EP07 - S5

21 Jun 23

Leah Charles King's Bipolar journey

TRIGGER WARNING: Following episode contains conversation of self-harm. Leah Charles-King joins me this week to discuss her journey from being diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder. Taking us through from when she first recognised her symptoms, how she was diagnosed and how she deals with this being in the public eye.  You can follow Leah on Instagram here: @leahcharlesking Also check out her new account for Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leah Charles King's Bipolar journey

TRIGGER WARNING: Following episode contains conversation of self-harm. Leah Charles-King joins me this week to discuss her journey from being diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder. Taking us through from when she first recognised her symptoms, how she was diagnosed and how she deals with this being in the public eye.  You can follow Leah on Instagram here: @leahcharlesking Also check out her new account for Illuminate Mental Health: @illuminatemh Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

52:00

EP07 - S5

27 Apr 23

Bipolar and flatmates

My flatmate, Emma Phillips, talks about her experience living with someone who has Bipolar as well as her own journey in therapy and resolving trauma.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and flatmates

My flatmate, Emma Phillips, talks about her experience living with someone who has Bipolar as well as her own journey in therapy and resolving trauma.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01:06:38

EP06 - S5

19 Apr 23

History and Science of Bipolar

The VERY brief History & Science of Bipolar Disorder according to me, Anastasia McLean.  Did you know was first talked about in 460 BC by Hippocrates? And that Bipolar can be seen on an MRI scan? Neither did I! Find out more interesting facts about this fascinating mental illness how its come to be understood through history. Have a listen to The Huberman Lab episode ‘The Science and treatment of Bipolar Disorder’ Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

History and Science of Bipolar

The VERY brief History & Science of Bipolar Disorder according to me, Anastasia McLean.  Did you know was first talked about in 460 BC by Hippocrates? And that Bipolar can be seen on an MRI scan? Neither did I! Find out more interesting facts about this fascinating mental illness how its come to be understood through history. Have a listen to The Huberman Lab episode ‘The Science and treatment of Bipolar Disorder’ Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23:40

EP05 - S5

12 Apr 23

Bipolar and Psychosis featuring Harry

Harry Jordan and I discuss his experience with acute onset psychosis after graduating from High School. Harry also talks about his volunteer work for Batyr and Sane Australia and the importance on educating people around Psychosis.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bipolar and Psychosis featuring Harry

Harry Jordan and I discuss his experience with acute onset psychosis after graduating from High School. Harry also talks about his volunteer work for Batyr and Sane Australia and the importance on educating people around Psychosis.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

52:44

EP04 - S5

28 Mar 23

Sober Girl Club featuring Emily

Trigger Warning: This weeks episode discusses topics that may be harmful to some such as alcoholism, addiction, sexual assault and trauma. Please proceed with caution.  Joined by Emily Carter, the founder of Sober Girl Club as she discusses her journey with sobriety, her life before and after and the relationships she's formed. We discuss relationships between mental health and alcohol. Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sober Girl Club featuring Emily

Trigger Warning: This weeks episode discusses topics that may be harmful to some such as alcoholism, addiction, sexual assault and trauma. Please proceed with caution.  Joined by Emily Carter, the founder of Sober Girl Club as she discusses her journey with sobriety, her life before and after and the relationships she's formed. We discuss relationships between mental health and alcohol. Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

41:40

EP03 - S5

22 Mar 23

I was heartbroken

Recounting some of my worst dates yet, partying at festivals, being negged and going through heartbreak. Wondering if the men I date are embarrassed of me.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was heartbroken

Recounting some of my worst dates yet, partying at festivals, being negged and going through heartbreak. Wondering if the men I date are embarrassed of me.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24:30

EP02 - S5

15 Mar 23

Let's catch up

Welcome back everyone! This week we will be catching up on life and what followed after last season. Discussing the difficulties of traveling with Bipolar, the triggers and trauma visiting home and what I needed to do to feel healthy and safe.  Please proceed with caution as this episode discusses trauma and ED's.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's catch up

Welcome back everyone! This week we will be catching up on life and what followed after last season. Discussing the difficulties of traveling with Bipolar, the triggers and trauma visiting home and what I needed to do to feel healthy and safe.  Please proceed with caution as this episode discusses trauma and ED's.  Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Also coming soon: thebipolardiaries.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23:50

EP01 - S5

8 Mar 23


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