How Patty Duke Changed the Conversation of Bipolar Disorder | Deb MorganHow Patty Duke Changed the Conversation of Bipolar Disorder | Deb Morgan
Mental Insights
Deb Morgan shares the change in perspective she had about receiving mental health services after seeing Patty Duke speak about bipolar disorder. Deb shares that this message allowed her to make the change within her life to seek out resources to help...
3:03•1 Aug 2019
Deb Morgan on How Patty Duke’s Story Shaped Her Bipolar Journey
“That was the very first time that I actually physically felt like I was watching myself on tv. And that is exactly what got me to go. Was watching her and the way that she would go so far up and then so far down, and it was the weirdest thing to sit there and watch things that you did and realize it.”
Imagine seeing a celebrity's struggle with mental health and realizing it mirrors your own. In this episode of 'Mental Insights', Deb Morgan opens up about how watching Patty Duke speak candidly about her bipolar disorder changed her life. Deb reveals that seeing Patty Duke's journey on TV made her rethink her approach to mental health, giving her the courage to seek out the help she needed.
She shares her personal experiences with bipolar disorder, the hurdles she faced, and how media representation can significantly impact our views on mental health. Brendan Cutuli’s podcast continues to shed light on crucial topics like these, offering support and understanding for those grappling with mental health issues, addiction recovery, and homelessness. Tune in to hear Deb’s inspiring story and learn how changing perspectives can lead to better mental health outcomes.
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