On this episode of Blindsided, Dr. Diane asks Corey the questions. We learn about the complexities of OCD, what life was like before his diagnosis, and how difficult finding the right help was. For a long time, Corey was a prisoner of his own mind. Now, the chains have lifted and he’s found a meaningful path forward in his life living with OCD and ADHD. The hosts discuss why they decided to start this podcast and what they hope to give you, the listener. We thank Corey for his continued openness on these difficult subjects. 



*This episode contains content and topics that may be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. There are many support services that are here to help. Resources can be found at the International OCD Foundation and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (1-800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741).



This week, Corey released a book about his struggle with mental illness titled, The Save of My Life: My Journey Out of the Dark. You can purchase this book on Amazon.



About Our Hosts:

Former NHL goaltender Corey Hirsch and psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh team up on Blindsided to help professional athletes to open up about mental health. The podcast lets listeners hear about the moments when mental health became the athlete’s most important focus.

On this episode of Blindsided, Dr. Diane asks Corey the questions. We learn about the complexities of OCD, what life was like before his diagnosis, and how difficult finding the right help was. For a long time, Corey was a prisoner of his own mind. Now, the chains have lifted and he’s found a meaningful path forward in his life living with OCD and ADHD. The hosts discuss why they decided to start this podcast and what they hope to give you, the listener. We thank Corey for his continued openness on these difficult subjects. 
 
*This episode contains content and topics that may be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. There are many support services that are here to help. Resources can be found at the <a href="https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/">International OCD Foundation</a> and <a href="https://afsp.org">The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention</a> (1-800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741).
 
This week, Corey released a book about his struggle with mental illness titled, The Save of My Life: My Journey Out of the Dark. You can purchase this book on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Save-My-Life-Corey-Hirsch/dp/1443461091">Amazon</a>.
 
About Our Hosts:
Former NHL goaltender Corey Hirsch and psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh team up on Blindsided to help professional athletes to open up about mental health. The podcast lets listeners hear about the moments when mental health became the athlete’s most important focus.

Plan your work and work your plan. For many athletes, words like these are scripture — permanent signposts lining the long road to success. The very act of pursuing a career in sports often gives a sense of control, a sense of safety. Just stick to the plan. Good things will follow.

That is, until life happens. The kind of life that happens while you’re making other plans. Devastating setbacks. Dark thoughts. Debilitating breakdowns. Mental health conditions that force an athlete to ditch their well laid plans and ask, “What’s my next play?”

Hosted by former National Hockey League goaltender Corey Hirsch and psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh, Blindsided allows professional athletes to open up about mental health. The podcast lets listeners hear moments when mental health became the athlete’s most important focus.

Blindsided then dives in deeper. It gets clinical. And it allows listeners to leave with a deeper understanding of mental health conditions that all people face. It then shows how athletes, in particular, face them down.

Welcome to Blindsided. Mental health. Sports. Life.

Plan your work and work your plan. For many athletes, words like these are scripture &mdash; permanent signposts lining the long road to success. The very act of pursuing a career in sports often gives a sense of control, a sense of safety. Just stick to the plan. Good things will follow.
That is, until life happens. The kind of life that happens while you&rsquo;re making other plans. Devastating setbacks. Dark thoughts. Debilitating breakdowns. Mental health conditions that force an athlete to ditch their well laid plans and ask, &ldquo;What&rsquo;s my next play?&rdquo;
Hosted by former National Hockey League goaltender Corey Hirsch and psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh, Blindsided allows professional athletes to open up about mental health. The podcast lets listeners hear moments when mental health became the athlete&rsquo;s most important focus.
Blindsided then dives in deeper. It gets clinical. And it allows listeners to leave with a deeper understanding of mental health conditions that all people face. It then shows how athletes, in particular, face them down.
Welcome to Blindsided. Mental health. Sports. Life.

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