Jason Finucan shares his struggle with bipolar Disorder and ways to reduce the stigma to zero

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Jason Finucan shares his struggle with bipolar Disorder and ways to reduce the stigma to zero

E63 • Mar 7, 2019 • 52 mins

In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge converses with Jason Finucan about his journey with bipolar disorder, the importance of mental health in the workplace, and how to combat stigma. They discuss Jason's program "Create Your Stigma 0 Workplace" and introduce Stigma Zero's training program.

Key Points

Jason Fanucan shares his personal journey through the challenges of bipolar disorder, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and managing mental illness without stigma, just as one would with any physical health issue.
The stigma surrounding mental illness can delay diagnosis and treatment, but with education and open conversations, workplaces can foster a supportive environment that encourages employees to seek help and manage their conditions effectively.
Jason highlights the significance of understanding one's own baseline for mental health and the importance of sleep, energy management, and open communication with family and colleagues to effectively manage a chronic mental illness like bipolar disorder.

Jason Finucan Founder StigmaZero [email protected] 514.212.3436 (mobile) www.stigmazero.com Author of the book Jason: 1, Stigma: 0 – My battle with mental illness at home and in the workplace, mental health advocate, stigma fighter, professional speaker, founder of StigmaZero and instructor of the programs found within The StigmaZero Online Training Academy. Jason has faced both physical and mental illness, and shares his personal experiences with impactful storytelling techniques blended with rigorous research in order to mobilize knowledge and perspective. His goal is for everyone to understand this important topic so they are empowered to make a real change and ultimately join his vision for future without stigma. This is a mental health movement, and by making this difficult topic interesting, accessible and consumable, Jason hopes you will be a part of it. Visit www.stigmazero.com for more information

Speakers

Roxanne Derhodge

Host • 24%

Jason Finucan

Guest • 74%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to the episode and guest, Jason Finucan
4:09	Jason's initial realization of his mental health struggles and journey with bipolar disorder
20:51	Jason's experience with talk therapy, diagnosis, and impact on his life
29:09	Addressing stigma in workplaces and the program "Create Your Stigma 0 Workplace"
35:17	The responsibility of employees in dealing with their mental health and the shift in workplace attitudes
42:06	The importance of comprehensive mental health training in workplaces and potential for culture change
44:31	The stigma around mental health in the workplace and societal setup of stigmatized thoughts
49:10	Introduction to Stigma Zero's training program and book, and how to access them
51:24	Wrap up and contact information for Roxanne Derhodge
51:28	Sponsor: ${name}

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