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Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Brionna Hines on Diagnosis, Support, and Mental Health Awareness

Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Brionna Hines on Diagnosis, Support, and Mental Health Awareness

Update: 2024-10-05
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Zandra Polard hosts a discussion on bipolar disorder, featuring Brionna Hines, President of the Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). Brionna shares her journey of being diagnosed with bipolar type one in 2018 after experiencing severe depression and a manic episode. She emphasizes the importance of professional help, the challenges of finding the right medication, and the role of peer-led support groups like DBSA. Brionna also discusses the impact of bipolar disorder on her family and the significance of understanding triggers and coping strategies. The conversation highlights the need for mental health awareness and resources, including upcoming events like the NAMI walk on October 19, 2024.

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Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Brionna Hines on Diagnosis, Support, and Mental Health Awareness

Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Brionna Hines on Diagnosis, Support, and Mental Health Awareness

Zandra Polard