Wendall Churchill is the author of "Confessions of Madness: My Journey with Mental Illness," which shares her 30-year journey with Bipolar I disorder. In this episode, she discusses what Bipolar I disorder is, how it affects her and how it has affected her life. She also discusses the cost of care, her experience in both private and public mental health institutions and run-ins with law enforcement. But most importantly, Wendall shares the lesson of saying "I HAVE Bipolar disorder" instead of "I AM Bipolar."

Please note that this episode contains graphic descriptions of suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. 

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