Sleep matters! #Insomnia affects mood, concentration, productivity, health. 5 tips for #healthysleep, incl. how to quiet a racing mind at night: https://ow.ly/ebXq50XOKYG#Insomnia#healthysleep#sleephealth #mentalhealthawareness

Making New Year's Resolutions? Eat the elephant one bite at a time. https://ow.ly/yrjP50XOL03 It takes many steps to realize big changes. It’s easy to forget the value of those steps, which help prepare your mind, body and community for changes. #MentalHealth #GoalSetting #2026Goals

Great article on The Conversation about dealing blahs after Xmas: https://ow.ly/2aqB50XOsaJ - Post-holiday low mood can happen. Changes in sleep, food, alcohol, and routine all affect how we feel after Christmas. Small, intentional resets can make a difference.

The holidays can be joyful, complicated, quiet, loud, other. If today is celebration, soak it in. If today is tender, know there is no single "right way" to experience it. Taking care of your mental health—resting, setting boundaries—is enough. Share with love! #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters

One year since launching #PSYCHEDUP! Whenever you can (pre-/post-feast walk?) revisit a few episodes: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... Our goal: to educate, empower + inspire listeners w/honest conversations re #mentalillness + evidence-based care. #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthpodcasts

Chronic #insomnia isn’t “a bad night’s sleep.” It’s a disabling brain disorder affecting work, relationships, #mentalhealth, quality of life. Allison shares: https://ow.ly/f5OJ50XLPeQ#insomnia#mentalhealthe cover how it feels, which evidence-based treatments help. #SleepHealth #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PSYCHEDUP

Friday Dec 19 (tomorrow!) our insomnia episode releases on PSYCHEDUP! I speak with Allison, who lived with chronic insomnia for decades. We explore what insomnia feels like, and evidence-based treatments that can help. #Insomnia #SleepHealth #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PSYCHEDUP

Feeling holiday stress? Prioritize what matters most to you. Prepare in advance. Be kind to yourself. More ideas in my blog: https://ow.ly/LF2e50XLCeY #menthalhealth #selfcare #stressmanagement

Dementia affects not just those diagnosed but also caregivers. Your support matters immensely! Supporting dementia caregivers in my blog: https://ow.ly/FhYw50XHE6L #dementiacare #dementiaawareness #caregivingjourney #PSYCHEDUP

For many, holidays = connection + celebration. For others, holidays = stress, financial pressure, conflict, ache of grief. CMHA post re: practical ways to lower stress, set limits, strategies for holiday grief: https://ow.ly/SGri50XGui0 #mentalhealthawareness #holidaymentalhealth #griefsupport

When Stephanie’s mom was diagnosed with #dementia after a stroke, everything changed. We talk about emotional and practical realities of caregiving, coping w/ stress, symptoms, burnout. Listen: ow.ly/QKkk50XE23L #caregiving #mentalhealthawareness #brainhealth #agingwell #PSYCHEDUP #PSYCHEDUPPodcast

Eating disorders don't just affect young women; they impact all genders. Rigid ideas of who gets sick narrows understanding of mental illness. More: https://ow.ly/33yq50XyLjc. More on #eatingdisorders in latest #PSYCHEDUP. #anorexianervosa #mentalhealthawarness #mentalhealthpodcast

Eating disorders aren’t vanity or willpower. #Anorexia, #bulimia & #bingeeatingdisorder are complex, tied to trauma, control & self-worth. Recovery is possible. In #PSYCHEDUP, Cedar shares her story. Dr. Mackoff & I discuss what drives #eatingdisorders & what heals. ow.ly/kz3i50XvWpH #mentalhealth

We all feel anxious sometimes: before big presentations, walking into rooms of strangers. But when does ordinary anxiety cross into #socialanxietydisorder? How to tell the difference + find help: https://ow.ly/FB2V50XrfGJ#socialanxietydisorder? #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialAnxiety #Psychiatry #PSYCHEDUP

Thank you NPs for your vital role on front lines of #mentalhealthcare. NPs are keen users of RAPIDS https://ow.ly/ogCQ50Xq8wO#mentalhealthcare sharing they appreciate help w/diagnostic + treatment clarity, shorter path to best meds + improved patient communication. #NursePractitionerWeek #PrimaryCareInnovation

Imagine missing grad + friendships b/c your anxiety won't let you attend. In #PSYCHEDUP, I explore what it's like to live w/#socialanxiety + how evidence-based treatment can help reclaim lives. Hannah's touching story: ow.ly/L8at50XoMsB #mentalhealthawareness #anxietyrecovery #mentalhealthpodcasts

Deep, diaphragmatic breathing reduces stress. Just 5 minutes deep breathing with slow, intentional exhale triggers parasympathetic response. I encourage you to integrate breathing exercises into your week! https://ow.ly/Omjm50XnjbC #WellnessAtWork #InternationalStressAwarenessDay #MentalHealth

Honoured to receive Alum of Year from Dalhousie Medical Alum Association. Sincere thanks to DMAA team, Dr. Stephen Miller, Dean Dr. David Anderson. Heartening to be surrounded by Dalhousie’s medical alumni expressing deep pride in our alma mater and continuing love for medicine. #DalhousieUniversity

🎃 Happy Halloweenie! 👻 Edgar is getting into the spooky spirit — wishing you a safe and fun Halloween! 🦇🖤🐾 #HappyHalloween #CatCostume #SpookySeason #MentalHealthMatters

Recovery from #psychosis is an achievement; staying well can also be challenging. Once symptoms ease, patients may question continued treatment. Losing respect for mental illness can lead to relapse. More: https://ow.ly/w6bq50Xk5w2#psychosis #psychiatry #psycheduppodcast #schizophrenia

Honoured to join the Lieutenant Governor of BC, the Honourable Wendy Cocchia, to meet Cdn Medical Association President Dr. Margot Burrell, with colleague Dr. Ric Procyshyn. Inspired by Dr. Burrell's vision for our profession and the innovations shaping #CanadianHealthcare. @cmadocs.bsky.social

Thrilled to join BC's Lieutenant Governor Honourable Wendy Cocchia + Sergio Cocchia w/Photonic Inc. Inspiring science by Drs. Stephanie Simmons + Paul Terry. #Quantumcomputing will reshape medicine + more. https://ow.ly/HSwo50XhNc9#QuantumcomputingPride for #CanadianScience + excited for potential!

Imagine hearing voices + seeing things others can’t, while trying to live a normal day. In #PSYCHEDUP, we explore #psychosis through John’s lived experience. Dr. Randy Mackoff shares CBTP, early intervention. 🎧 drdianemcintosh.com/psychosis?ut... #Schizophrenia #MentalHealth #mentalhealthpodcasts

#WorldMentalHealthDay: a day to raise awareness + spread hope. And launch of S2 #PSYCHEDUP, w/focus on #Resilience. My guest, broadcaster Gill Deacon, shares health challenges + path to recovery. drdianemcintosh.com/resilience/?... You’ll be inspired! Pls follow + share #mentalhealthpodcast #WMHD25

In S2 #PsychedUP, we cover #dementia, #psychosis, social anxiety disorder, eating disorders, supporting those w/ #mentalillness. Looking forward to sharing these conversations starting Oct 10 w/resilience! drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #psychiatry

Happy #CanadaDay! 2 years ago I shared my goal: better access to high-quality mental healthcare for all Canadians. Let's prioritize #MentalHealthLiteracy - know the facts, support with compassion. 🎧 Share an episode w/someone you love: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... #PsychedUp #EndTheStigma ❤️🧠

Visited Juno Beach & Vimy Memorial this month. Heart-wrenching. Grateful for the brave Canadian heroes who stormed the beaches of Normandy so we could live in peace and prosperity. #JunoBeach #VimyRidge #CanadaRemembers #ProudCanadian #LestWeForget #Gratitude

Mother's Day: joyful for many, complicated for others. I wrote about my mom, my role as mom, estrangement, boundaries, encouraging fostering relationships where expressing emotions doesn't risk losing love. drdianemcintosh.com/accepting-th... #MothersDay #EmotionalWellbeing #Parenting

Want to make a difference in mental health? Take steps at any level you can influence! At work, check in on colleagues. Let people know it's #MentalHealthWeek + suggest #mentalhealth training if none is offered. cmha.ca/news/support... #MentalHealthMatters #UnmaskingMentalHealth @cmha-hp.bsky.social

We've wrapped S1 of #PsychedUP! Grateful for the team who supported my goal to educate, reduce stigma and inspire people to seek help for #mentalillness. Which episode was your favourite and why? drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/?u... #ADHD #OCD #bipolar #PTSD #anxiety #mentalhealthpodcast

Want to help a loved one consider therapy—but not sure how? 💬 This guide offers thoughtful, non-judgmental ways to start the conversation, support their mental health journey, and respect their autonomy. 💛 www.self.com/story/how-to... #MentalHealthMatters #TherapySupport #MentalHealthAwareness

"I was so exhausted that taking a shower was huge thing — I had no energy. Other times, my whole body was vibrating" #PanicDisorder symptoms, how #therapy, medication + exercise work for Annette: ow.ly/umiV50VwSrE #mentalhealth #endthestigma #psychedup #anxietyawareness #psychiatry #mentalillness

Anxiety is something many experience. How do we distinguish between normal and pathological anxiety? #PsychedUP Ep 6 covers #panicdisorder, science, symptoms, why to reach for help. Annette shares her story: drdianemcintosh.com/panic-disord... #mentalhealth #anxietyawareness #mentalhealthpodcast

This is #PTSD: Chelan shares her experience. Dr. Mackoff + I discuss #TalkTherapy + advances in medication. An honest, empathetic conversation re: #PTSD causes, symptoms, treatment drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #PsychedUp #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthPodcast #PTSDJourney

New episode: Pauline shares living with #bipolardisorder. Dr. Mackoff + I share our experience w/ diagnosis + successful treatment. A must-listen for anyone w/ bipolar or wanting to learn more! drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #PsychedUp #PsychedUpPod #BipolarAwareness #BipolarSupport #psychiatry

#ADHD associated with creativity, boundless energy. Yet, untreated, reality feels different. Robert shares his experience. Dr. Mackoff shares on supporting patients + families. I dig into facts + misconceptions. drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... #ADHDAwareness #ADHDEducation #Psychiatry

'This is OCD' out now! Nadia shares how #OCD affects her day, parenting, relationships. Dr. Randy Mackoff discusses effective treatments. drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... Share your thoughts! I did #PSYCHEDUP to educate, de-stigmatize, inspire. #OCDAwareness #OCDTherapy #EndtheStigma

Excited to launch my podcast #PSYCHEDUP! I speak with Olympic medalist Silken Laumann + Dr. Randy Mackoff, discussing #depression, effective treatments. Listen: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-ep... My goal is to educate, de-stigmatize + inspire. Please share! #newpodcast #mentalhealth

First #PSYCHEDUP on #depression out Jan 21! Grateful to guests for shared time + Jar Audio for production! I hope PSYCHEDUP will be your guide to understanding #mentalillness + finding hope. Episodes also #OCD, #ADHD, #bipolar, #PTSD. More: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup/ #newpodcast #mentalhealth

Get better at managing stress in 2025. Don't let stress overpower you or control your life. #MentalHealth matters.

At some point, we all experience #mentalillness, in ourselves or loved ones. Just got on Bsky, and excited to announce the PSYCHEDUP podcast, launching in January, covering 6 mental illnesses, with personal stories + insights. More: drdianemcintosh.com/psychedup-po... #mentalhealth #psychiatry