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Dr. Diane McIntosh
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Psychiatrist, Innovator, Educator, Author, Speaker. Passionate advocate for better mental health care, champion for all who suffer from mental health challenges. Vancouver, Canada. New podcast, PSYCHEDUP, launching January 2025.
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#WorldMentalHealthDay: a day to raise awareness + spread hope. And launch of S2 #PSYCHEDUP, w/focus on #Resilience. My guest, broadcaster
Gill Deacon, shares health challenges + path to recovery. drdianemcintosh.com/resilience/?... You’ll be inspired! Pls follow + share #mentalhealthpodcast #WMHD25
In S2 #PsychedUP, we cover #dementia, #psychosis, social anxiety disorder, eating disorders, supporting those w/ #mentalillness. Looking forward to sharing these conversations starting Oct 10 w/resilience! drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #psychiatry
Happy #CanadaDay! 2 years ago I shared my goal: better access to high-quality mental healthcare for all Canadians. Let's prioritize #MentalHealthLiteracy - know the facts, support with compassion. 🎧 Share an episode w/someone you love: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u...
#PsychedUp #EndTheStigma ❤️🧠
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PsychedUp on Dr. Diane McIntosh, information on transforming mental healthcare.
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Visited Juno Beach & Vimy Memorial this month. Heart-wrenching. Grateful for the brave Canadian heroes who stormed the beaches of Normandy so we could live in peace and prosperity. #JunoBeach #VimyRidge #CanadaRemembers #ProudCanadian #LestWeForget #Gratitude
We've wrapped S1 of #PsychedUP! Grateful for the team who supported my goal to educate, reduce stigma and inspire people to seek help for #mentalillness. Which episode was your favourite and why? drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... #ADHD #OCD #bipolar #PTSD #anxiety #mentalhealthpodcast
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Want to help a loved one consider therapy—but not sure how? 💬 This guide offers thoughtful, non-judgmental ways to start the conversation, support their mental health journey, and respect their autonomy. 💛 www.self.com/story/how-to...
#MentalHealthMatters #TherapySupport #MentalHealthAwareness
How to Gently Encourage a Loved One to Go to Therapy
If they are super resistant—but could probably benefit from professional help—try these talking points.
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Anxiety is something many experience. How do we distinguish between normal and pathological anxiety? #PsychedUP Ep 6 covers #panicdisorder, science, symptoms, why to reach for help. Annette shares her story: drdianemcintosh.com/panic-disord... #mentalhealth #anxietyawareness #mentalhealthpodcast
This is #PTSD: Chelan shares her experience. Dr. Mackoff + I discuss #TalkTherapy + advances in medication. An honest, empathetic conversation re: #PTSD causes, symptoms, treatment drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #PsychedUp #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthPodcast #PTSDJourney
New episode: Pauline shares living with #bipolardisorder. Dr. Mackoff + I share our experience w/ diagnosis + successful treatment. A must-listen for anyone w/ bipolar or wanting to learn more! drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #PsychedUp #PsychedUpPod #BipolarAwareness #BipolarSupport #psychiatry
#ADHD associated with creativity, boundless energy. Yet, untreated, reality feels different. Robert shares his experience. Dr. Mackoff shares on supporting patients + families. I dig into facts + misconceptions. drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #ADHDAwareness #ADHDEducation #Psychiatry
'This is OCD' out now! Nadia shares how #OCD affects her day, parenting, relationships. Dr. Randy Mackoff discusses effective treatments. drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... Share your thoughts! I did #PSYCHEDUP to educate, de-stigmatize, inspire. #OCDAwareness #OCDTherapy #EndtheStigma
Excited to launch my podcast #PSYCHEDUP! I speak with Olympic medalist Silken Laumann + Dr. Randy Mackoff, discussing #depression, effective treatments. Listen: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... My goal is to educate, de-stigmatize + inspire. Please share! #newpodcast #mentalhealth
First #PSYCHEDUP on #depression out Jan 21! Grateful to guests for shared time + Jar Audio for production! I hope PSYCHEDUP will be your guide to understanding #mentalillness + finding hope. Episodes also #OCD, #ADHD, #bipolar, #PTSD. More: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/ #newpodcast #mentalhealth
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WHO @who.int · Jan 11
Get better at managing stress in 2025. Don't let stress overpower you or control your life. #MentalHealth matters.
At some point, we all experience #mentalillness, in ourselves or loved ones. Just got on Bsky, and excited to announce the PSYCHEDUP podcast, launching in January, covering 6 mental illnesses, with personal stories + insights. More: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-po... #mentalhealth #psychiatry
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PSYCHEDUP is for people living with mental illness, their loved ones, and the practitioners who diagnose and treat them.
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