Episode 5 Prediagnosis: unravelling and falling apart

Join mental health advocates Shaley Hoogendoorn and Julie Kraft as they openly share about their lives before their bipolar II diagnoses. In this episode, they both detail the final days and events that led them to seek professional help. How did they unravel? Did others know they were falling apart? This episode also explores what getting help looked like. Julie and Shaley discuss their experiences and reactions - from the emergency room to a doctor's office, with feelings ranging from utter relief to prideful resistance. They also share advice and encouragement for anyone who might be struggling and ready to reach out. It is Shaley and Julie's hope that in sharing they will offer insight and encouragement to others walking a similar path! This is bipolar.....   Instagram - @this.is.bipolar   #thisisbipolar  #thisisbipolarvlog. #thisisbipolarpodcast