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Alcohol & Mental Health with Silvia Subirana (Unconscious Moderation)

In this episode I speak to clinical psychologist Silvia who opens up rather candidly about her health experiences with alcohol and talks about her work at Unconscious Moderation - a company developing an app that helps people moderate their drinking. Silvia is Head of Psychology Content at UM and is developing the content, making sure it is scientifically robust and effective for users. If you'd like to find out more about the app please access the following links: * Website: https://um.app/ [https://mydry30.com/] * Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drink-less-alcohol-with-um/id6471595788?mt=8 [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drink-less-alcohol-with-um/id6471595788?mt=8]  * Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mydryjourney&referrer=af_tranid%3DPMHHQhpl6uyJz-rwDUJ3Qw%26c%3Dwebsite+home+page+button%26pid%3Dwebsite+home+page+button&pli=1 [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mydryjourney&referrer=af_tranid%3DPMHHQhpl6uyJz-rwDUJ3Qw%26c%3Dwebsite+home+page+button%26pid%3Dwebsite+home+page+button&pli=1]  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/um_app_/ [https://www.instagram.com/um_app_/]  Remember if you are struggling there are organisations out there to help you: UK: Samaritans 116 123 USA: 988 National Suicide and crisis line Canada: 988 Australia: 13 11 14 - - - - PODCAST LINKS Website: https://tsup.co.uk/ [https://tsup.co.uk/] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840] Please like share and comment across all our channels guys if you liked this content! Thank you.

S3:ep8 Speaking up about alcoholism and mental health

Episode synopsis In this quick raw and real expose I share with you my struggles with alcoholism. Did you know up to 71% of people in rehab have an existing mental health condition? It's a staggering statistic and one that highlights the link between addiction and mental health very well. Alcoholism isn't a funny deal and it can destroy lives, if you or anyone are suffering with an addiction please seek medical attention asap. For me, what helped in my recovery is an organisation called Horizon's who gave me tips and tricks to remain abstinent off alcohol. Sources of information https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/tools/drinking-check/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22298792539&gbraid=0AAAAAD6s1rB_ry9OyrdKHogTnX0HzP8g8&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_8rBBhCFARIsAJrc9yDEhUDNiBYCrISVXXfui8oPHw6ZbHWnVGoIEbKAYE78FfnEiB2qLdAaAmvkEALw_wcB#/respondent-age https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/addiction-what-is-it/#:~:text=Getting%20help%20for%20addictions&text=You%20could%20see%20your%20GP,drug%20addiction%20support https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/drugs-and-alcohol/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22211015404&gbraid=0AAAAADk6C8ccLS5j6YhtAhQsI76u76y7T&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_8rBBhCFARIsAJrc9yDrKkOebAjlu6pHnJyLEqwc-0eVlEBVbdafp4X39SxNhM2TzQmieN4aAg09EALw_wcB https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/drug-addiction-getting-help/ https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/five-action-steps-for-quitting-an-addiction https://www.bupa.co.uk/newsroom/ourviews/addiction-types-and-support https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/substance-misuse-treatment-for-adults-statistics-2022-to-2023/adult-substance-misuse-treatment-statistics-2022-to-2023-report#:~:text=Over%20two%2Dthirds%20(71%25,groups%20needed%20mental%20health%20treatment. Links for further information about this podcast Website: ⁠⁠Home- The Speak Up Podcast⁠⁠ [https://tsup.co.uk/] Facebook: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840] YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast] Spotify: ⁠⁠TheSpeak up podcast | Podcast o⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]⁠nSpotify⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]

S3:ep.7 What is Psychosis - helping a loved one through it | TSUP®

Episode synopsis In this whistlestop tour I talk about Psychosis, define what it is, the hallmarks of the condition such as hearing voices, seeing things, and delusions. I then give my best tips on how to support a loved one through it. Be sure to tune in to this informative episode. Sources of information ⁠⁠https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/psychosis/overview/ [https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/delusional-disorder-a-to-z] https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/understanding-psychosis [https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/understanding-psychosis] https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/step/psychosis/ [https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/step/psychosis/] https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/psychosis/helping-someone-whos-experiencing-psychosis/ [https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/psychosis/helping-someone-whos-experiencing-psychosis/] Links for further information about this podcast: Website: ⁠⁠Home- The Speak Up Podcast⁠⁠ [https://tsup.co.uk/] Facebook: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840] YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast] Spotify: ⁠⁠TheSpeak up podcast | Podcast o⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]⁠nSpotify⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]

S3 ep.5 My therapy experiences

Episode synopsis In this quick episode I talk briefly about my first therapy experiences and then dive into the advantages and disadvantages of public and private therapy. I then provide 4 different ways to find a therapist in the UK towards the end. Sources of information https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/ [https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/] https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/ [https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/] https://www.bacp.co.uk/search/Therapists [https://www.bacp.co.uk/search/Therapists] Links for further information about this podcast Website: ⁠⁠Home- The Speak Up Podcast⁠⁠ [https://tsup.co.uk/] Facebook: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840] YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast] Spotify: ⁠⁠TheSpeak up podcast | Podcast o⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]⁠nSpotify⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]

S3 ep4 - Speaking Up about Delusional Disorder

Episode synopsis In this quick episode we take a whistlestop tour and talk about Delusional Disorder a rare yet debilitating psychiatric illness where one experiences delusions. This isn't the same as Schizophrenia in that the person experiences only delusions without the presence of hallucinations or voice hearing. So in other words, a person suffers delusions alone. These can differ by topic and nature, but most sufferers cling to these 'false fixed beliefs' with tenacity and often get easily offended or sensitive when challenged. These are hallmarks of the condition alongside seeing events as significant to the delusion. I have personal experience with this disorder so I illustrate this with an example in the episode. Sources of information ⁠Delusional Disorder - Harvard Health⁠ [https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/delusional-disorder-a-to-z]⁠Delusional Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, Types & Treatment⁠ [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9599-delusional-disorder] ⁠Delusional disorder - Wikipedia⁠ [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delusional_disorder] Links for further information about this podcast Website: ⁠Home - The Speak Up Podcast⁠ [https://tsup.co.uk/] Facebook: ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087974033840] YouTube: ⁠www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@thespeakuppodcast] Spotify: ⁠The Speak up podcast | Podcast o [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]n Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5DhAEcEE07jsp2JjKLYeDv]