Dr. Diane McIntosh

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: Why Respecting Your Illness Matters Feeling better isn’t the end of recovery. Dr. Diane McIntosh explains why respecting psychosis + staying consistent with treatment...

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

#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 Pride 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

PsychedUp - Dr. Diane McIntosh PsychedUp on Dr. Diane McIntosh, information on transforming mental healthcare.

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

Accepting the mixed emotions of Mother's Day - Dr. Diane McIntosh Accepting the mixed emotions of Mother's Day: Dr. Diane McIntosh, Canadian psychiatrist + educator. Conflict with parents can be difficult...

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

Supporting Mental Health at Work: Strategies for Employers and Employees Over the past several years, there has been a notable shift in awareness and acknowledgment of the significance of mental health in the workplace. Employers recognize that prioritizing mental health.....

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

How to Gently Encourage a Loved One to Go to Therapy If they are super resistant—but could probably benefit from professional help—try these talking points.

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

Panic Disorder - Symptoms, Treatments, Staying Well - PsychedUP Having Panic Disorder - Annette shares on symptoms, how she stays healthy, Dr. McIntosh and Dr. Mackoff share on treatments - Ep 6 PSYCHEDUP

"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

I will manage stress for my physical and mental health.

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

PSYCHEDUP Podcast - Dr. Diane McIntosh PSYCHEDUP is for people living with mental illness, their loved ones, and the practitioners who diagnose and treat them.

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