Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#329 My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward - Mark & Giulia Lukach
#329 My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward - Mark & Giulia Lukach
#329 My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward - Mark & Giulia Lukach
Sunday 30th April 2017
Mark and Giulia Lukach discuss their journey through Bipolar I with psychosis, highlighting love, support, and resilience on Mental Illness Happy Hour.
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But anyway, if you're out there and you're afraid to get help, don't be, don't be, don't be, even if your first experience isn't so good, even if your first, second and third experience isn't so good, keep doing it, because you will find people that can help you, people who will change your life, people who will reconfirm that there is goodness in the world and that we can get better.
Imagine finding out your spouse has a serious mental illness well into your marriage. That's the reality Mark and Giulia Lukach faced when Giulia was diagnosed with Bipolar I with psychosis. In this compelling episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', recorded in front of a live audience in Oakland, the couple lays bare their emotional journey. They discuss the bewildering early days of Giulia's diagnosis, the rollercoaster of treatment, and the toll it took on their relationship and family life.
Mark opens up about the often-overlooked struggles of being the partner of someone with a severe mental illness, emphasizing the critical need for self-care and a strong support network. Giulia shares her personal experience of living with Bipolar I, giving listeners a raw look into her world. They both stress the importance of finding the right medication and the ongoing battle to maintain mental health stability.
Throughout their story, they highlight the necessity of supportive friends and family and advocate for better mental health resources. The episode wraps up with a powerful message of hope and resilience, encouraging anyone facing similar challenges to seek help and hold on to the belief that things can improve. This episode is a poignant reminder that love and perseverance can coexist with mental illness.