We will learn:
How to make sure you have the right diagnosis.
How to make sure your provider or your medications are the right fit.
How to assist in your own recovery outside of therapy.

When you’re depressed or struggling, it can be hard to do anything at all, let alone find a therapist, book an appointment, and actually get there… week after week after week.

And then there are the medications. Maybe your doctor prescribes you something, but how do you know how to measure if it is effective? How do you know how long to try? Or when to switch? Is that even safe?

And then why does therapy work so well for some and not for others? What should you be doing between sessions to feel the benefits?

Well, that’s what we’re talking about today.

Our guest is Ken Duckworth. He’s the chief medical officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and has worked with NAMI since 2003. He is board certified in adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry and is an assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. His passion for this work comes from his loving dad, who had bipolar disorder.

Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/X100
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We will learn:
<ul>
<li>How to make sure you have the right diagnosis.</li>
<li>How to make sure your provider or your medications are the right fit.</li>
<li>How to assist in your own recovery outside of therapy.</li>
</ul>
When you’re depressed or struggling, it can be hard to do anything at all, let alone find a therapist, book an appointment, and actually get there… week after week after week.
And then there are the medications. Maybe your doctor prescribes you something, but how do you know how to measure if it is effective? How do you know how long to try? Or when to switch? Is that even safe?
And then why does therapy work so well for some and not for others? What should you be doing between sessions to feel the benefits?
Well, that’s what we’re talking about today.
Our guest is Ken Duckworth. He’s the chief medical officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and has worked with NAMI since 2003. He is board certified in adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry and is an assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. His passion for this work comes from his loving dad, who had bipolar disorder.
Links from the episode:
<ul>
<li>Show Notes: <a href="https://mindlove.com/exclusive/first-steps-managing-mental-health">https://mindlove.com/X100</a></li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/">Sign up for The Morning Mind Love</a> for short daily notes from your highest self. </li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/premium">Get Mind Love Premium</a> for exclusive ad-free episodes and monthly meditations. </li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/sponsors">Support Mind Love Sponsors</a></li>
</ul>

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Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mindfulness, mindset and mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

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Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

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