PinnedSusan Page GadegoneDear birth mother, you may not have been there for us in life, but you sure were there for me when…In 1991 my sister and I were immediately put into emergency foster care after we were born. Our birth mother was not well enough to care…May 1, 2021May 1, 2021
PinnedSusan Page GadegoneAfter 10 years of taking medication I’ve never swayed away from taking medication for bipolar…TW: thoughts of suicide is mentioned in this article.Feb 23, 2023Feb 23, 2023
Susan Page Gadegoneinwhere my mental space takes meMy experience going into the tech space from a mental health backgroundIn 2014 when I was living with my parents, I still remember the place and chair that I was sitting in at their dining room when me and my…Aug 3Aug 3
Susan Page Gadegoneinwhere my mental space takes meBeing Adopted: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Unexpected ConnectionsAs an adoptee, I’ve been surprised by how often my thoughts turn to my birth mother. In childhood, my sister and I imagined ourselves as…Aug 2Aug 2
Susan Page Gadegoneinwhere my mental space takes meEmbracing the Magic Within: The impact of having an imaginative mindIn the quiet corners of my mind, there exists a realm both magical and melancholic — a space uniquely mine, where imagination reigns…Aug 1Aug 1
Susan Page GadegoneinMental health with SuzWelcome- I hope you gain some insight and hope with living with bipolar disorder.Hey there, I’m Suz.May 14May 14
Susan Page GadegoneBipolar disorder might lead my life unless I do something to live life on my own termsEarly into my recovery journey I learned fast that what I expected to be a somewhat fast recovery period would not be fast at all. I…May 23, 2023May 23, 2023
Susan Page GadegoneI felt uncomfortable around anyone that identified as LGBTQIA+ but it wasn’t because of their…DISCLAIMERMar 11, 20231Mar 11, 20231
Susan Page GadegoneWhat it is like to love yourself when you experience bipolar disorderThe moment a psychiatrist told me I was experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder I felt like my life had ended.Mar 11, 2023Mar 11, 2023
Susan Page GadegoneThis bipolar episode taught me the importance of patience when reaching out for helpFor the last 6 months I’ve experienced three bipolar episodes (1 manic, 2 depressive episodes). It’s been quite a ride, and what is…Jul 18, 2022Jul 18, 2022