I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Season 2 of my podcast, PSYCHEDUP!
Mental illness touches us all, yet it’s still misunderstood, oversimplified, or ignored. That’s why I created PSYCHEDUP; a podcast designed to provide information about mental illnesses, clearly and concisely, while also confronting myths, pushing back against stigma and inspiring hope for those living with or supporting someone with a mental illness.
Season 1 of the Pod sparked many powerful conversations, and I’m deeply grateful to the guests who bravely shared their stories and the listeners who tuned in and spread the word. I’m also grateful to psychologist Dr. Randy Mackoff, who demonstrated his brilliance and empathy in every episode, as he explained the power of talk therapy.
Now, we’re continuing the journey with a brand new season filled with honest experiences and expert insights. And our goal remains the same: to educate, de-stigmatize and inspire.
Resilience
This episode explores how true resilience isn’t just about surviving life’s toughest moments, it’s about coming through them even stronger. Resilience not only helps us navigate challenges more effectively, it also offers protection against mental illnesses, like anxiety and depression.
Psychosis
This episode addresses a group of symptoms referred to a psychosis. Psychotic symptoms can be associated with many mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression, but they’re really understood. We highlight how compassion and science can work together to support healing.
Dementia
Dementia affects not just memory, but also an individual’s identity and every one of their relationships. Those who love and support someone living with dementia often struggle to cope with the symptoms, as well as experiencing complex, difficult emotions, like frustration and guilt, along the way. We talk about what to expect and how to cope.
Social Anxiety Disorder
Social anxiety disorder is more than just shyness- it can have a devastating impact on an individual’s functioning, leading to unmet potential and a sense of loss. This episode highlights how profoundly social anxiety can impact daily life but also how , with the right treatment, it can be overcome.
Eating Disorders
Join me for a compassionate discussion about eating disorders, with a focus on understanding these complex disorders and how they impact both the sufferer and their loved-ones.
Supporting Someone with a Mental Illness
For caregivers, friends, and loved ones, this episode offers practical guidance and hard-won wisdom on supporting someone through mental illness, with tips on how to take care of yourself along the way.
I created PSYCHEDUP to cut through the noise and share real stories, expert insight that’s both practical and profound, and hope.
As an advocate for better mental health care, I hope PSYCHEDUP becomes your trusted guide for understanding mental illness, navigating care with confidence, and finding hope in science and in the stories of people who have lived with and grown through their experiences.
You can find PSYCHEDUP on all major podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon.
If you’ve already subscribed, thank you! If you’re new here, I hope you’ll join us. Every listen, share, and review helps us reach more people who need to hear that they are not alone.
Whether you’re living with a mental illness, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand the complexity of the human mind, Season 2 of PSYCHEDUP is for you. First episode will release on October 10, 2025.
Let’s keep learning, talking and understanding together.
With gratitude,
Diane
Diane McIntosh, MD, FRCPC
Psychiatrist, Founder and CEO RAPIDS Health, Host PSYCHEDUP
Season 2 PSYCHEDUP launches Oct 10. We continue conversations about mental illness, confronting myths, reducing stigma, inspiring hope. Topics include resilience, supporting someone with mental illness, psychosis +3 more.
Panic disorder, which affects 3.7% Canadians, is “fear gone wrong.” With appropriate therapy and medication, people with panic disorder can keep symptoms in check. Summary of “This is Panic Disorder”, Episode 6 of PSYCHEDUP Podcast.
Post-traumatic stress disorder doesn’t just affect soldiers; it can affect anyone who has experienced trauma. But treatment can help. Chelan shares her story. Summary of “This is PTSD”, Episode 5 of the PSYCHEDUP Podcast.
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