118 | Could it Be Bipolar Disorder

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Eric Tivers, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP

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4.7 • 919 Ratings

🗓️ 31 May 2016

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Episode 18 | Could it Be Bipolar Disorder Be Bipolar Disorder Could it Be Bipolar This Week on Episode 118 of ADHD rewired we are joined by Dr. Roberto Olivardia. Eric and Roberto discuss the many of the ways we can determine if our ADHD is our only passenger. ADHD and Bipolar disorder are very commonly misdiagnosed. Roberto shared with us some amazing statistics. 70% of people with Bipolar Disorder have ADHD 20% of people with ADHD have Bipolar Disorder 50% of people with Bipolar Disorder attempt Suicide and 20% succeed at their attempt. Dr. Olivardia shared many important facts about Bipolar Disorder. Proper Diagnosis can take up to 17 years Loss of interest in things people are interested in normally Severe mood swings Bipolar Disorder in incredibly under-diagnosed Dr. Olivardia stressed the importance of getting a proper diagnosis. Many clinicians know little to nothing about ADHD and it is best to get a mood disorder expert. Dr. Roberto Olivardia is a Clinical Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and Clinical Associate at McLean Hospital. He maintains a private psychotherapy practice in Lexington, MA, where he specializes in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), executive functioning issues, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). He also treats the various issues that accompany learning disabilities, such as stress and negative self- esteem. He is co-author of The Adonis Complex, a book which details the various manifestations of body image problems in men. He has taught courses at the University of Massachusetts Boston and Boston College. He has presented at many talks and conferences around the country. He is on the Scientific Advisory Board for ADDitude Magazine, a publication serving the needs of individuals with ADHD and Learning Disabilities. For questions and comments for Dr. Roberto Olivardia, you can email him at Get you copy of “Chasing Kites” at Contact Eric Tivers through his website at

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0:00.0	Yes, yeah, but you can lead a very happy productive life. I guess I want to end on that note that, you know, again, it's with proper diagnosis, proper treatment, acceptance, and then all the things that we would use to work with ADHD, just managing one's life, sleep hygiene, eating well, exercise, all of those things are very, very helpful.
0:24.4	80-H-D, rewired, episode 118. This is the show designed to help those of us who have really good intentions and
0:37.8	a slightly wandering attention. My name is Eric Tivers. I'm a licensed clinical social worker, coach, and consultant.
0:46.2	We know that starting can be the hardest part, so let's get started.
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1:47.0	Right now I'm listening to Innovation You by Jeff DeGraff and one of the members of my coaching group today suggested
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2:31.0	Welcome back to another episode of ADHD rewired. I am thrilled to have once again I think this is a trifecta for you
2:36.7	Dr. Roberto Alberto Oliveria. Roberto why don't you just introduce yourself
2:42.2	instead of me trying to scramble around to find your formal bio?
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