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Good Evening Everybody and welcome to The Borderline Podcast. The Borderline Podcast was created as a route of therapy and to raise awareness for Mental Health. From forming as a sole story from the host as now expanded to bring guests on the show to discuss their own stories surrounding mental health. You will not find a more candid, open and honest podcast. It is a way to normalise discussions surrounding mental health and removing the stigmas associated. I hope you enjoy mine and many others stories.
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Good Evening Everybody and welcome to The Borderline Podcast. The Borderline Podcast was created as a route of therapy and to raise awareness for Mental Health. From forming as a sole story from the host as now expanded to bring guests on the show to discuss their own stories surrounding mental health. You will not find a more candid, open and honest podcast. It is a way to normalise discussions surrounding mental health and removing the stigmas associated. I hope you enjoy mine and many others stories.
Mental Health & Medication - A Stigma within the Stigma
The Borderline Podcast
55 minutes 12 seconds
1 year ago
Mental Health & Medication - A Stigma within the Stigma
Summary
In this episode of the Borderline Podcast, host Andrew Willox discusses his personal experiences with antidepressants, the misconceptions surrounding them, and the stigma associated with mental health treatment. He shares insights into the side effects of medication, the journey to finding the right treatment, and the impact of societal perceptions on individuals seeking help. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding mental health and the role of medication in managing anxiety and depression. In this conversation, Andrew Willox shares his personal experiences with medication changes, the impact of mental health treatments, and the importance of finding trustworthy healthcare providers. He discusses the dangers of abruptly stopping medication and emphasizes the need for open communication about mental health treatment. The conversation highlights the subjective nature of mental health care and the necessity for patients to advocate for themselves in their treatment journeys.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Antidepressants05:52 Personal Experiences with Anxiety and Medication11:47 Side Effects and Their Impact17:56 Adjusting Medication and Tolerance24:07 Switching Medications and Seeking Help32:43 The Impact of Medication on Mental Health46:24 The Dangers of Stopping Medication Abruptly52:34 Understanding the Subjectivity of Mental Health Treatment
The Borderline Podcast
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Good Evening Everybody and welcome to The Borderline Podcast. The Borderline Podcast was created as a route of therapy and to raise awareness for Mental Health. From forming as a sole story from the host as now expanded to bring guests on the show to discuss their own stories surrounding mental health. You will not find a more candid, open and honest podcast. It is a way to normalise discussions surrounding mental health and removing the stigmas associated. I hope you enjoy mine and many others stories.
