The Rough Road of Bipolar Disorder: One Woman's Journey

About this episode

Patricia Wentzel shares her long and challenging journey with bipolar disorder, highlighting her struggles and triumphs in recovery.

Bipolar disorder is one of the toughest of all mental illnesses. Personal stories about the complexity and severity of bipolar symptoms and behaviors represent great challenges for those fighting for recovery, their friends, family, and many professionals in the psychiatric field. Firsthand accounts provide invaluable information and inspiration when an individual recounts battles and triumphs over bipolar disorder. In this episode, Helen and Valerie interview Patricia Wentzel, a writer and mental health advocate, whose long journey with bipolar disorder ultimately led to a life in recovery—but not before a fierce and powerful struggle lasting many decades. Patricia’s amazing story, her strength and determination in the face of this powerful disorder, will educate and inspire listeners everywhere. Find Valerie and Helen at mentalhealthhopeandrecovery.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Helen, Valerie

Guest: Patricia Wentzel

Topics covered

• bipolar disorder
• mental health
• personal stories
• recovery
• advocacy

Keywords

• bipolar disorder
• mental health
• recovery
• advocacy
• personal stories

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Organizations: Mind Body Spirit.fm

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