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Episode #3 - Surviving Suicide Attempts Part 1
Episode #3 - Surviving Suicide Attempts Part 1
Episode #3 - Surviving Suicide Attempts Part 1
Tuesday 22nd September 2020
Listen to 'The Bipolar Millennial' as a family shares their son's mental health struggles and suicide attempts, advocating for support and awareness.
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Get the buttons here!Surviving the Storm: A Family's Battle with Mental Health and Suicide
The mental health system is a broken system. And if it wasn't for us, if I just don't know how, people who don't have someone to advocate for them, I mean we've lived an absolute nightmare through all this.
Imagine facing the unimaginable: your child battling mental illness and making multiple suicide attempts. In this gripping episode of 'The Bipolar Millennial', the family opens up about their son Nick's harrowing journey through mental health crises. From his first self-imposed hospitalization to the devastating loss of his own doctor, the episode paints a vivid picture of the challenges they face.
The parents discuss how medication changes and the deaths of close family members contributed to Nick's struggles, ultimately leading to diagnoses of PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and ODD. Their raw and honest reflections reveal the emotional rollercoaster they ride daily, filled with anger, mood swings, and frustration. But amidst the chaos, there's a glimmer of hope and resilience. The family's unwavering support for Nick shines through, offering a beacon of light for others in similar situations.
This episode isn't just about sharing their story; it's a powerful call to action for mental health advocacy and support. Tune in to understand the complexities of living with mental illness and find inspiration in their relentless pursuit of healing.