Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#261 Bipolar Mania w/Andy Behrman
#261 Bipolar Mania w/Andy Behrman
#261 Bipolar Mania w/Andy Behrman
Friday 22nd January 2016
Author Andy Behrman discusses his tumultuous life with bipolar mania, from art fraud to ECT, on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' with Paul Gilmartin.
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Get the buttons here!Andy Behrman’s Wild Ride Through Bipolar Mania on Mental Illness Happy Hour
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What happens when life spirals out of control due to bipolar mania? In this gripping episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Andy Behrman, the author of 'Electroboy: A Memoir of Mania'. Andy's life story is anything but ordinary. From art fraud and sex work to prison time and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), he shares his raw and unfiltered experiences living with bipolar disorder.
Andy doesn’t hold back as he recounts his manic episodes and the chaos they brought into his life. He opens up about the dark times, including moments when he considered ending it all because he felt too exhausted to seek help. But it’s not all gloom; Andy also talks about the role creativity played in his journey and how humor helped him cope with his mental illness.
This episode isn’t just a tale of madness; it’s a testament to the complexities of bipolar disorder and the importance of seeking help. If you’re curious about the rollercoaster ride that is bipolar mania, or if you’re looking for a story that blends tragedy with resilience, this conversation with Andy Behrman is a must-listen.