Bipolar Awareness ~ Stop the Stigma

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TheKicksShrink The Real Reason You Can’t Drink on Wellbutrin @sulmoney

youtube.comThe Real Reason You Can’t Drink on WellbutrinYour psychiatrist didn’t say it “just to be safe.” There’s a specific reason, and the scary part isn’t the drinking. 🧠⚡ #wellbutrin #bupropion #mentalhealth #psychiatry #antidepressants 🚨 🧠 For all things mental health from Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd 🚨😴 Trouble sleeping? Introducing Stories for Sleep, read by Dr. Mirza (in his psychiatrist voice, not YouTube voice!) to help you fall asleep in no time! Subscribe today 👉🏼 https://www.youtube.com/@StoriesforSleep-q2v Affiliate links Dubby Energy (10% off): https://www.dubby.gg/discount/THEKICKSSHRINK?ref=hqemdfbu Loka Chai ($15 off): https://www.weareloka.com/SULMAN64792 DISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 800.273.8255 or 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options
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Senator claims Michael West Media is antisemitic but doesn't give evidence @MichaelWestBiz

youtube.comSenator claims Michael West Media is antisemitic but doesn't give evidenceSenator Sarah Henderson used Senate estimates to raise this publisher Michael West media, asking officials about "anti-Semitic tropes" in our reporting. The not providing any evidence of these antisemitic tropes that she brought up. Senate Environment and Communications Legislation Committee, 27 October 2026. michaelwest.com.au #auspol #MichaelWestMedia #SenateEstimates #PressFreedom
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Thirty-one per cent: What on earth are they thinking? #AIMExtra

theaimn.netThirty-one per cent: What on earth are they thinking?Thirty-one per cent. That’s the reported approval rating for Donald Trump in the latest Reuters/Ipsos poll. From the other side of the world, I find that figure rather extraordinary. (Extraordinarily high, to be honest.) I [...] The post Thirty-one per cent: What on earth are they thinking? appeared first on The Australian Independent Media Network.
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I struggled to come to terms with my mum’s death. Then I swam in the sea and suddenly felt connected to her

theguardian.comI struggled to come to terms with my mum’s death. Then I swam in the sea and suddenly felt connected to herMy mother was a keen swimmer, and she lived with depression. I wonder if she found the same respite in the water that has helped heal me since she passed away It was early morning in late September, off the coast of Kaş in Turkey. Watching the slightly choppy sea from a boat, the last thing I felt like doing was embarking on another 5km (3-mile) swim. Mind fog had sapped my energy, and my mood was decidedly Eeyore-like. But as I pulled on my cap and flippers, adjusted my goggles and took the plunge, something shifted. Head in the water, the knotted feeling in my throat began to loosen. Breathing came properly. There was respite. Continue reading...
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Trunk or Treat!!! #Uncategorized #Family #Friends

thisgirlsgotcurves.wordpress.comTrunk or Treat!!!Today is the day!!! I don’t have a costume, but I’m still really excited about the trunk or treat my cousins are participating in. I think another friend is bringing his kids too. My cousins are trying to win first place for best decorated trunk, so they’ve gone all out decorating. Their theme is Harry … Continue reading Trunk or Treat!!!
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TheKicksShrink What is actually in your Adderall? 💊 #mentalhealth #psychiatry #adderall @sulmoney

youtube.comWhat is actually in your Adderall? 💊 #mentalhealth #psychiatry #adderallAdderall started out as a diet pill… and the original version had methamphetamine in it. Then someone gave it a new name, and the story behind that name is wild. And the pill you take today? It’s still four drugs in one. Kind of. Which medication name should I decode next? 👇 #ADHD #Adderall #ADHDMedication #Psychiatrist #Shorts 🚨 🧠 For all things mental health from Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd 🚨😴 Trouble sleeping? Introducing Stories for Sleep, read by Dr. Mirza (in his psychiatrist voice, not YouTube voice!) to help you fall asleep in no time! Subscribe today 👉🏼 https://www.youtube.com/@StoriesforSleep-q2v Affiliate links Dubby Energy (10% off): https://www.dubby.gg/discount/THEKICKSSHRINK?ref=hqemdfbu Loka Chai ($15 off): https://www.weareloka.com/SULMAN64792 DISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 800.273.8255 or 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options
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Trump reopened an LGBTQ+ suicide hotline. But the department that runs it vows to ‘restore biological truth’

theguardian.comTrump reopened an LGBTQ+ suicide hotline. But the department that runs it vows to ‘restore biological truth’While organizations celebrate the reinstatement of the ‘press 3’ option by Samsha, details about rollout and training counselors remain secret For nearly three years, counselors through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for LGBTQ+ individuals answered more than 1.5m calls, texts and online chats – until the Trump administration terminated it in July 2025. But now, more than a year later, the service is back online. The federal agency that oversees the lifeline, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (Samhsa), shuttered the specialized national lifeline service known as the “press 3” option for financial reasons last year, though critics cited political motivations. After pressure from activists, LGBTQ+ organizations, and politicians, Congress approved legislation to allocate more than $33m to services for queer youth, including to the specialized lifeline. While suicide prevention and LGBTQ+ rights groups celebrate the reinstatement, details about the rollout and how the counselors will be trained remain shrouded in secrecy. Continue reading...
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The long journey back to the wild: The return of Przewalski’s horses #AIMExtra

theaimn.netThe long journey back to the wild: The return of Przewalski’s horsesBy Chen Ziqi   In the vast steppe of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, small herds of Przewalski’s horses, the world’s last surviving wild horse species, roam the Kalamaili Nature Reserve. They search for [...] The post The long journey back to the wild: The return of Przewalski’s horses appeared first on The Australian Independent Media Network.
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Centrelink penalties resume amid warnings of unlawful payment cancellations and inadequate safeguards #SocietyampInequality

thepoint.com.auCentrelink penalties resume amid warnings of unlawful payment cancellations and inadequate safeguardsWelfare groups had urged the Albanese government to scuttle plans to restart the payment cancellations, warning that unresolved legal concerns and inadequate safeguards could leave vulnerable Australians without money for food or rent.
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From Australian Idol to Wicked: The Lessons Rob Mills Learned the Hard Way Osher Günsberg

youtube.comFrom Australian Idol to Wicked: The Lessons Rob Mills Learned the Hard WayWhat does it take to build a career in entertainment, overcome self-doubt and learn to back yourself? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Günsberg sits down with Rob Mills for an honest, funny and reflective conversation about the lessons he's learned throughout his career, from his early days on Australian Idol to becoming one of Australia's leading musical theatre performers. Rob opens up about the fear of not being good enough, how he learned to embrace uncomfortable challenges, and how committing to the work helped him grow into the performer he is today. He shares the story of being cast in the Australian production of Wicked, including the nerve-racking audition that nearly made him walk out, and explains why embracing embarrassment, asking for help and continually developing new skills are essential to personal and professional growth. The conversation also explores the realities of working in the performing arts, from the uncertainty of a freelance career to the discipline required to keep improving. Rob also reflects on mental health, the importance of normalising conversations about how we're really feeling, and why men in particular need to become more comfortable opening up and seeking support. Beyond the stage, Rob and Osher discuss the changing music industry, the challenges facing live entertainment, and why streaming has made it harder for artists to build sustainable careers. And as he considers the next chapter of his life, Rob also reflects on fatherhood, mentoring younger performers and finding new ways to channel his energy and experience. This is a conversation about ambition, vulnerability, creativity and the courage to keep showing up — even when it seems terrifying. *Links:* ▪️Follow Rob on Instagram (plus find his latest tour dates): https://www.instagram.com/robmillsymills/ *More from Osher:* 🎙 Better Than Yesterday podcast: https://tinyurl.com/BTYpodcast 📬 Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter: https://makeitbetterthanyesterday.kit.com/7d9d18dcee 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osher_gunsberg 📖 Books: https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg 📺 Story Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@storyclublive 🎟️ Story Club tickets: https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg
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TheKicksShrink 5 Signs You Had ADHD as a Kid and Nobody Noticed @sulmoney

youtube.com5 Signs You Had ADHD as a Kid and Nobody NoticedDid you struggle to reach your full potential as a child, even when you were intelligent and capable? In this video, I explore 5 childhood signs of ADHD that often go unnoticed, including difficulty focusing, forgetfulness, daydreaming, emotional struggles, and inconsistent performance. Many children with ADHD are labeled lazy, distracted, or unmotivated when they may actually be experiencing challenges with attention and executive functioning. A psychiatrist explains how these overlooked signs can affect childhood and continue into adulthood. Understanding your past may help you recognize patterns, build self-awareness, and explore whether ADHD could explain some of your experiences. This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional diagnosis. Signs of ADHD in adults often start as childhood clues nobody caught: report card comments, homework meltdowns, the quiet daydreamer, the "careless mistakes." A psychiatrist explains 5 signs you had ADHD as a kid, why each one gets missed, and how to bring them to an adult ADHD evaluation. 5 Signs You Had ADHD as a Kid and Nobody Noticed "Not Working to Potential": 5 Signs You Had ADHD as a Kid 5 Childhood Signs of ADHD Everyone Missed (Psychiatrist Explains) 🚨 🧠 For all things mental health from Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd 🚨😴 Trouble sleeping? Introducing Stories for Sleep, read by Dr. Mirza (in his psychiatrist voice, not YouTube voice!) to help you fall asleep in no time! Subscribe today 👉🏼 https://www.youtube.com/@StoriesforSleep-q2v "Very bright, but not working to potential." "Easily distracted." "Talks too much." If a teacher ever wrote some version of those about you, this one's for you. In this video, triple board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza breaks down the childhood signs of ADHD that most often get missed: • The report card paradox: straight As with the teachers you liked, Ds with the rest (interest-based attention) • The daydreamer: inattentive ADHD, and why ADHD in girls and women gets diagnosed later • Homework wars: task initiation, last-minute deadlines, and big feelings • The work that vanished: careless mistakes, missing assignments, and working memory • The wall: why smart kids with undiagnosed ADHD often aren't diagnosed until college, a first job, or later You'll also get a report card translator for old teacher comments, and three things to do before your adult ADHD evaluation. This video is educational, not a self-diagnosis tool. One sign on its own doesn't mean ADHD, and anxiety, learning disorders, depression, and trauma can look similar. 📺 Mentioned in this video Why Failing Dental School Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me: https://youtu.be/3ihpuVoDu3E ADHD 101: It's NOT an Attention Disorder: https://youtu.be/j-T1WwgzrQQ 📚 References American Psychiatric Association. DSM-5-TR (2022): ADHD criterion C, several symptoms present before age 12. Quinn PO, Madhoo M. A review of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in women and girls: uncovering this hidden diagnosis. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord. 2014;16(3). Faraone SV, Larsson H. Genetics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Mol Psychiatry. 2019;24:562–575. Chapters 0:00 The report card comments 1:36 Why your childhood is evidence 2:31 Sign 1: The report card paradox 3:55 Sign 2: The daydreamer (inattentive ADHD) 5:07 Sign 3: Homework wars 6:42 Sign 4: The work that vanished 8:10 Sign 5: The wall (why diagnosis comes late) 10:16 Before your ADHD evaluation Affiliate links: Dubby Energy (10% off): https://www.dubby.gg/discount/THEKICKSSHRINK?ref=hqemdfbu Loka Chai ($15 off): https://www.weareloka.com/SULMAN64792 😍 𝐈 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐆𝐔𝐘𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐉𝐎𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒! ▶️ If you enjoy this video, please like it and share it. ▶️ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates. 💊𝐇𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐒: #adhd #childhoodadhd #adhdsymptoms #adhdawareness #adultadhd #undiagnosedadhd #adhdinchildren #adhdeducation #adhdsigns #adhddiagnosis #neurodiversity #adhdtraits #executivefunction #attentiondeficit #childhoodsigns #adhdsupport #psychiatristexplains #adhdadults DISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options
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Senator claims Michael West Media is antisemitic but doesn't give evidence @MichaelWestBiz

youtube.comSenator claims Michael West Media is antisemitic but doesn't give evidenceSenator Sarah Henderson used Senate estimates to raise this publisher Michael West media, asking officials about "anti-Semitic tropes" in our reporting. The not providing any evidence of these antisemitic tropes that she brought up. Senate Environment and Communications Legislation Committee, 27 October 2026. michaelwest.com.au #auspol #MichaelWestMedia #SenateEstimates #PressFreedom
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Why Do I Feel Unsafe When I’m Safe? 5 Key Points About Complex PTSD, Triggers, and Healing

youtube.comWhy Do I Feel Unsafe When I’m Safe? 5 Key Points About Complex PTSD, Triggers, and HealingEpisode Description “Why do I still feel unsafe when nothing is wrong?” For many people living with complex trauma, that question can shape relationships, work, and daily life. Terry McGuire speaks with licensed clinical therapist Amanda Stretcher Lewis about CPTSD and the ways old survival strategies can show up as people-pleasing, shutdown, self-criticism, or fear of rejection. The conversation offers practical, nonjudgmental language for listeners and loved ones alike. It also explores what healing may look like: more room to pause, more self-compassion, more connection, and a growing sense of possibility. Listen for an honest, hopeful conversation about moving from survival toward thriving. Primary Topics Discussed • Feeling unsafe in safe relationships • Implicit memory and survival responses • Attachment patterns and CPTSD • People-pleasing and shutdown • Trauma bonding and codependency • Finding a trauma-informed therapist • What recovery can look like daily • Post-traumatic growth Timestamps • 00:04 Giving Voice to Depression welcome and mission • 01:05 Why CPTSD belongs in a depression conversation • 02:50 Introducing the featured RECOVERable conversation • 03:27 What complex PTSD is and how it differs from PTSD • 04:10 Why formative experiences can feel so enduring • 06:53 Safety, belonging, and co-regulation as basic needs • 07:53 Generational trauma and experiences without clear memories • 09:00 How invalidation can become an internalized identity • 10:59 Developmental skills that may be disrupted by trauma • 13:19 Dissociation as a protective response • 16:27 Getting curious about patterns that once served a purpose • 18:06 Finding trauma-informed, relational support • 21:07 Why CPTSD can involve shame and self-blame • 25:31 Why trauma survivors may think something is wrong with them • 29:39 Replacing shame with language and understanding • 32:07 How loved ones can offer support without trying to fix • 34:48 Trauma bonding, codependency, and relationship patterns • 36:04 Common CPTSD triggers and expanding capacity to respond • 39:22 Why the body may feel unsafe before the mind catches up • 41:46 Diagnosis, ICD-11, DSM-5-TR, and access to care • 45:28 What healing from CPTSD can realistically look like • 48:31 Therapy approaches and the importance of a safe therapeutic fit • 51:16 Recovery as greater choice, agency, and possibility • 53:43 Signs that healing may be taking root • 54:55 Closing message from Giving Voice to Depression Explore mental health and addiction treatment options at recovery.com (https://recovery.com) Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/GivingVoiceToDepression/ Terry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/givingvoicetodepression/
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5 weeks on a psychiatric ward = the 5 stages of grief #shorts @olidnejad #MentalHealth #Grief #Psychiatry #MentalHealthMatters #Trauma

youtube.com5 weeks on a psychiatric ward = the 5 stages of grief #shortsFive weeks on a psychiatric ward. Five stages of grief, one week each. Which one are you on today? Fought Disorder, a true story, free to read: books2read.com/u/3LWB71 (link in bio) CW: psychosis, drug use #FoughtDisorder #FreeEbook #BookTok #MentalHealthMemoir #FiveStagesOfGrief #MentalHealthAwareness
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Foodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of Sketti #costofliving #foodanddrink #welfare @phonakins

phonakins.comFoodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of SkettiThe Foodbank Annual Hunger Report came out yesterday – one in three households now fall into the categories of food insecurity – kicking off the downhill to Christmas with the ramping up of the asks from Charities – including the Kmart / Salvos wishing tree (you know the one that Leigh gave the golden plated … Continue reading "Foodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of Sketti"
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Students and the Apolitical Sword: The Defeat of Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić #AIMExtra

theaimn.netStudents and the Apolitical Sword: The Defeat of Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić“This is not an ordinary election victory; this is an avalanche that has wiped out an authoritarian regime and entire political scene.” (Vladisavljević, University of Belgrade, BBC News, October 26, 2026). When the flagging intelligentsia [...] The post Students and the Apolitical Sword: The Defeat of Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić appeared first on The Australian Independent Media Network.
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Foodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of Sketti #costofliving #foodanddrink #welfare @phonakins

phonakins.comFoodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of SkettiThe Foodbank Annual Hunger Report came out yesterday – one in three households now fall into the categories of food insecurity – kicking off the downhill to Christmas with the ramping up of the asks from Charities – including the Kmart / Salvos wishing tree (you know the one that Leigh gave the golden plated … Continue reading "Foodbank hunger report – turning the temperature up on that donated tin of Sketti"
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The Zap: latest health and aged care news, plus key consultations now open #TrumpAdministration #Populism #dementia

croakey.orgThe Zap: latest health and aged care news, plus key consultations now openThe Zap covers new data showing the healthcare and social assistance industry is now Australia’s largest industry in current price terms, a regulatory review of digital medical scribes, a sharp increase in hospitalisations due to e-scooter and e-bike injuries, and new indicators to help countries track the health impacts of heat on pregnant women, newborns and children, with the aim of helping to protect some of the populations most vulnerable to climate-related health risks.