Kay Redfield Jamison
Professor of Psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine who has written extensively about bipolar disorder. She was one of the first scientists living with bipolar to write a memoir about that experience.
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May 28, 2025 • 14min
Unpacking Bipolar Disorder
Kay Redfield Jamison, a professor of psychiatry and author, shares her personal journey with bipolar disorder, providing a unique insider perspective. She discusses the critical importance of early diagnosis and the challenges in recognizing symptoms, particularly among youth. Jamison also emphasizes the therapeutic benefits of expressing emotions and personal stories. The impact of supportive relationships, like those from family and mentors, is highlighted as essential in managing mental health, along with the role of medication, especially lithium.
May 25, 2023 • 26min
Healing the Unquiet Mind with Kay Redfield Jamison
Dr. Kay Redfield Jamison believes in the power of therapy, art, and meaningful hobbies in recovering from mental suffering. She discusses the historical stigma of shell shock and PTSD, living with OCD, the healing power of creativity, and the notion of mental suffering.
