Elise and Priscilla chat to author Ariane Beeston on her memoir, Because I’m Not Myself, You See, which traces her experience with motherhood and mental illness. Discussion topics include perinatal and postnatal depression and anxiety, postpartum psychosis, inpatient treatment, and stigma. Show Notes About Because I’m Not Myself, You See Ariane Beeston is a childContinue reading “Ariane Beeston: Overcoming Mental Illness in Motherhood | Author Interview”
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‘The Glass House’ and the pointy end of mental healthcare
Psychiatry registrar Doctor Hannah Wright, a country girl with a chaotic history, thought she had seen it all in the emergency room. But that was nothing compared to the psychiatric ward at Menzies Hospital. Hannah must learn on the job in a strained medical system, as she and her fellow trainees deal with the common andContinue reading “‘The Glass House’ and the pointy end of mental healthcare”
Penny Draws a Secret Adventure continues a heartfelt depiction of childhood anxiety
Little by little, Penny Lowry is making it through grade five—with a bit of help from her friends and her loveable dog, Cosmo. There’s a lot of change to deal with this year! Penny’s newborn twin brother and sister have everyone in her family on their last nerve with their crying. Her friends, Maria andContinue reading “Penny Draws a Secret Adventure continues a heartfelt depiction of childhood anxiety”
Interview with Sarah Sasson on Tidelines (+ Novel Feelings Announcements)
In this episode, Priscilla interviews author Dr Sarah Sasson about the newly released Tidelines, a tender coming-of-age novel about growing up in the face of unimaginable loss. Tidelines examines the stories we subconsciously write for ourselves, and what remains later, when we have the courage to tear them apart. Discussion topics include substance use, ambiguousContinue reading “Interview with Sarah Sasson on Tidelines (+ Novel Feelings Announcements)”
What is left unsaid in Sharon Kernot’s ‘Birdy’
Maddy is mute. Since the Incident she has barely spoken. And now she and her mother and brother are staying in a farmhouse on an old apricot orchard not far from town. It’s a chance to rest and recuperate – or a way to hide further away from the world. Alice is waiting. Since Birdy,Continue reading “What is left unsaid in Sharon Kernot’s ‘Birdy’”
Review: loneliness, mental health, and something else in Beatrix & Fred
Emily Spurr’s Beatrix & Fred follows two lonely individuals as their lives entwined in unexpected ways. If this sounds really vague to you, that’s because this book’s premise is best discovered on your own. Topics include perimenopause, mental health, loneliness and belonging. Review Weird premise, touching execution Beatrix is a loner with a genuine attachmentContinue reading “Review: loneliness, mental health, and something else in Beatrix & Fred”
Interview: Sara Shepard on the Penny Draws series
The “Penny Draws” series revolves around fifth-grader Penny Lowry, who navigates a challenging emotional landscape amid the trials of school life. The story deals with themes such as mental health and anxiety, exploring Penny’s struggle with her ever-changing friendships. We chat with author Sara Shepard, who is also the author of “Pretty Little Liars” series.
S3E6. Girl in Pieces Review
How do you pick up the pieces after life has served you enough trauma for a lifetime? Charlotte, aged 17, is trying to recover in a world that owes her nothing, but has taken so much. In our season 3 finale, we dive into Girl in Pieces‘ representations of self-harm, hospitalisation, and unhealthy relationships, andContinue reading “S3E6. Girl in Pieces Review”
Review: Exploring humanity in Jacinta Halloran’s Resistance
As a family therapist, Nina is the ultimate listener. Yet this is of little use with her latest clients, the Agostinos, who have been mandated to see her after stealing a car and disappearing into the outback. For support with the case, Nina meets with a supervising therapist, Erin. What they unearth in their sessionsContinue reading “Review: Exploring humanity in Jacinta Halloran’s Resistance”
Interview: Megan Williams on Let’s Never Speak of This Again
Let’s Never Speak of This Again follows Abby as she navigates a changing dynamic with her best friend, particularly when tragedy strikes. What does being best friends really mean? How do you support a grieving friend while managing your own feelings? In this podcast interview, we speak in-depth with author Megan Williams about how sheContinue reading “Interview: Megan Williams on Let’s Never Speak of This Again”
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