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Behind the Illness

Behind the Illness

By PSA Studios

A mental health podcast dedicated to the education of mental illness and the psychology explaining it, and ending the stigma surrounding mental illness.

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True Crime Summer Series Ep. 2: Jeffrey Dahmer

Behind the IllnessMay 13, 2021

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Let's talk about your comeback...

Let's talk about your comeback...

Give yourself some credit, friend. You're getting through this life because of YOU. Keep fighting.
May 27, 202201:26
Mental Health Mondays!

Mental Health Mondays!

Announcing Mental Health Mondays! Live every 1st Monday of the month, beginning June 6 at 8pm CST at twitch.tv/psafndn
May 27, 202201:37
Please Stay Alive (BONUS EPISODE)

Please Stay Alive (BONUS EPISODE)

This episode is a bonus!!  This episode is from the "old" PSA podcast that will be retired and deleted from the internet, so I decided to get the episodes and upload them here. #PLEASESTAYALIVE
Apr 22, 202211:23
Mental health is physical health! (BONUS EPISODE)

Mental health is physical health! (BONUS EPISODE)

This episode is from the "old" PSA podcast that will be retired and deleted from the internet, so I decided to get the episodes and upload them here. Follow along at www.writtenbyalivee.com #PLEASESTAYALIVE
Apr 22, 202211:54
BTI SHORTS: Stop living to please other people

BTI SHORTS: Stop living to please other people

BTI Shorts Watch the video on TikTok. Look up @writtenbyalivee!
Feb 12, 202200:59
BTI SHORTS: One of These Days...

BTI SHORTS: One of These Days...

Introducing BTI Shorts... You can also find the video versions of these shorts on PSA or Ali's social media accounts!
Feb 12, 202201:07
S7E1: How has COVID affected our mental health?

S7E1: How has COVID affected our mental health?

Hey, its me again! Let's talk a little bit about COVID. How has it affected our mental health? How has it affected your mental health? Let me know! https://behindtheillness.com
Feb 08, 202217:23
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Big announcement!!  February 2022
Jan 24, 202202:21
True Crime Summer Series Ep. 4: Charles Manson

True Crime Summer Series Ep. 4: Charles Manson

Charles Manson is one of the most notorious killers.... but only he wasn't actually a killer. What were his diagnoses?  Do you blame it on his mental illness or do you think he's evil? True Crime Summer Series ends June 18, which is also the big announcement stream! www.behindtheillness.com www.discord.link/behindtheillness
May 21, 202127:47
True Crime Summer Series Ep. 3: Brenda Spencer

True Crime Summer Series Ep. 3: Brenda Spencer

A case of the Mondays... 16-year-old Brenda Spencer opened fire at an elementary school, killing two and injuring 9. But why did she do it? True Crime Summer Series goes through June 18! Be sure to join the new discord server! www.discord.link/behindtheillness www.behindtheillness.com
May 14, 202118:60
True Crime Summer Series Ep. 2: Jeffrey Dahmer

True Crime Summer Series Ep. 2: Jeffrey Dahmer

Jeffery Dahmer, the serial killer also known for cannibalism.... what was his official psychological diagnosis? True Crime Summer Series goes through June 18! www.behindtheillness.com
May 13, 202125:19
True Crime Summer Series Ep. 1: Mary Bell

True Crime Summer Series Ep. 1: Mary Bell

Mary Bell was an 11 year old serial killer.... Ali talks about her background, her psychological diagnosis, and what she's up to these days. *Trigger Warning* New and improved website is coming SOON with a blog dedicated to the summer series Huge announcement June 18!
Apr 30, 202141:05
It's okay to be proud of yourself!

It's okay to be proud of yourself!

Guess what? It's okay to be proud of yourself!! True Crime Summer Series - April 30 www.behindtheillness.com
Apr 14, 202124:43
What is being in therapy like?

What is being in therapy like?

Ali talks about what it's like to be in therapy, what to expect, how to find the right one, etc. True Crime Summer Series begins April 30! www.behindtheillness.com
Apr 14, 202133:40
Let People Love You!!

Let People Love You!!

UV, this is for you... Let people love you because you are worthy and deserving of love. I promise. I wouldn't lie to you! True Crime Summer Series begins April 30! www.behindtheillness.com
Apr 02, 202153:43
Depression is not an excuse!!

Depression is not an excuse!!

Have you ever been told you use depression as an excuse when you can't be productive? Ali has, and she talks about it in this week's episode of Behind the Illness. True Crime Summer Series begins April 30! www.behindtheillness.com www.facebook.com/writtenbyalivee
Mar 26, 202136:40
Stop calling the police for a mental health crisis!

Stop calling the police for a mental health crisis!

Should we call the police for a mental health crisis? Ali talks about it. True Crime summer series - April 30 www.behindtheillness.com
Mar 05, 202129:51
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Ali talks about National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (February 22-28, 2021) and doing our part to bring awareness to how serious eating disorders are. Ali's return to streaming is March 2nd (Time TBA) at www.twitch.tv/xhappynerdx Check out the Wallflower Writing Club at facebook.com/wallflowerwritingclub and be sure to ask for an invite to the discord! TRUE CRIME SUMMER SERIES - Starts April 30! Website: www.behindtheillness.com
Feb 26, 202134:16
How does exercise benefit our mental health?

How does exercise benefit our mental health?

Ugh, the dreaded word... "exercise"... gross. But let's be real. It does help with our mental health! Ali talks about that on this week's episode of Behind the Illness. TRUE CRIME SUMMER SERIES - starting April 30!
Feb 26, 202130:57
Grief, part 2: Losing a best friend... or two

Grief, part 2: Losing a best friend... or two

Ali talks about losing two of her best friends in a continuation of last week's episode. New website: www.behindtheillness.com TRUE CRIME SUMMER SERIES starting April 30th!
Feb 12, 202140:19
Grief, Part 1

Grief, Part 1

Plain and simple... it sucks to grieve. Ali talks about the grieving process and how to overcome it. Summer series begins April 30! New website: behindtheillness.com
Feb 05, 202149:06
TWITCH LIVE STREAM: #BreakTheStigma mental health weekend - 12/12/2020

TWITCH LIVE STREAM: #BreakTheStigma mental health weekend - 12/12/2020

Hear Ali tell her story during a live mental health weekend on Twitch in December 2020. 
Jan 28, 202101:37:36
Cyberbullying pt. 1

Cyberbullying pt. 1

So good to be back! Let's talk a little about cyberbullying... how it affects those who are bullied, statistics of adolescents that experience it, and a little bit of how we can combat it. Part 2 coming next week!
Nov 20, 202026:38
S3E3: Men, Your Mental Health Matters Too!

S3E3: Men, Your Mental Health Matters Too!

We are losing our men to suicide every day because they do not feel like they can get help for their mental health. MEN... YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS TOO!! www.writtenbyalivee.com/behindtheillness
Oct 02, 202032:38
S3E2: Why Do We Compete With Others When We Should Be Competing With Ourselves?

S3E2: Why Do We Compete With Others When We Should Be Competing With Ourselves?

I ramble. It's just who I am. Haha. Why do we compete with others when we should be competing with ourselves? Why do we set ourselves up for failure? Let's go in depth a little bit... it's important to remember that we only need to focus on being better versions of ourselves than we were yesterday or five years ago. www.writtenbyalivee.com/behindtheillness Behind the Illness LIVE!! Sundays starting on 9/27/20 at 8pm CST. Come join me in talking about mental health and just having a chill time. Twitch.tv/behindtheillness Remember, if you want to chat, you'll need to make a Twitch account (which is free). If you don't want to make an account but want me to include your question or comment, send me an email at behindtheillnesspod@gmail.com.
Sep 25, 202047:17
TWITCH LIVE STREAM: Let's Talk about Self Care! (9.16.20)

TWITCH LIVE STREAM: Let's Talk about Self Care! (9.16.20)

Catch my live streams about mental health on twitch every Wednesday at 12pm CST!! www.twitch.tv/happynerdgaming
Sep 19, 202051:33
TWITCH LIVE STREAM: World Suicide Prevention Day (9.10.20)

TWITCH LIVE STREAM: World Suicide Prevention Day (9.10.20)

Audio from my live stream on Twitch on 9.10.20 talking about World Suicide Prevention Day. Catch my mental health streams on Wednesdays at 12pm CST at www.twitch.tv/happynerdgaming
Sep 19, 202001:01:52
S3E1: Practicing Self Care

S3E1: Practicing Self Care

Heyyyy friends!! It's so good to be back!! So let's talk about self care... why do we not practice self care more? Especially in times like we're living in. Give more more ideas than what I talk about in this episode... leave me and others more ideas. How do you practice self care? Write a list, post it on social media, and use the hashtag #behindtheillnesspodcast. POLL: Should I post the audio from my mental health chats on Twitch on the podcast? Should I post the video to YouTube? Or both?? Let me know on any of the social media accounts! I'll post an official poll on social media as well so be on the look out for that! www.writtenbyalivee.com/behindtheillness
Sep 18, 202039:21
S2E8: It’s Time For A Break...

S2E8: It’s Time For A Break...

I love each and every single one of you... season 3 will be here September 18, 2020. Behind the Illness merch: www.teespring.com/stores/behindtheillness
Aug 21, 202010:11
S2E7: Mental Health and Video Games

S2E7: Mental Health and Video Games

Ali talks about the benefits of video games for our mental health, tells her story of why video games mean so much to her, and asks for feedback about what you think about video games and how they help your mental health. If you want to watch Ali stream games and talk mental health during the stream, go to Twitch.tv/HappyNerdGaming! Website: www.writtenbyalivee.com/behindtheillness
Aug 14, 202032:41
S2E6: Mental Health Inaccuracies in Joker

S2E6: Mental Health Inaccuracies in Joker

Ali talks about the mental health themes and inaccuracies in the movie Joker starring Joaquin Phoenix. Part 2 (as randomly thought of by Ali in this episode) will be uploaded as S2E10! New website: www.writtenbyalivee.com/behindtheillness
Aug 07, 202037:19
S2E5: Movie Review | The Perks of Being A Wallflower

S2E5: Movie Review | The Perks of Being A Wallflower

Please be aware of the trigger warning in the beginning of the episode. Ali talks about The Perks of Being A Wallflower, a movie about a teenager battling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and guilt after his best friend dies by suicide and his aunt dies in a car accident. New episode of Behind the Illness is up every Friday, ready to listen to on your morning commute.
Jul 31, 202033:37
S2E4 Book Review | Notes On A Nervous Planet by Matt Haig

S2E4 Book Review | Notes On A Nervous Planet by Matt Haig

Ali talks about Notes on a Nervous Planet by Matt Haig, which talks about living in a world of technology that encourages us to be anxious, unsocial, and sometimes even mean humans. Buy the book here: www.behindtheillness.com/links along with the other three books Ali has reviewed on the podcast. New episode every Friday, ready to go for your morning commute. 
Jul 24, 202001:01:13
S2E3: Book Review | Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig

S2E3: Book Review | Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig

Ali talks about Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig, a book that she calls her favorite. In the book, Matt talks about his experiences with depression and suicidal thoughts, all while advocating for and inspiring those who battle with depression.  Go to www.BehindTheIllness.com/links to purchase the book. New episodes of Behind the Illness every Friday, ready first thing in the morning for your commute to work.
Jul 17, 202048:39
S2e2: Book Review | If You Feel Too Much by Jamie Tworkowski

S2e2: Book Review | If You Feel Too Much by Jamie Tworkowski

Ali talks about If You Feel Too Much by the founder of To Write Love On Her Arms, Jamie Tworkowski. Link to purchase the book is at BehindTheIllness.com/links. 
Jul 10, 202020:56
S2E1: Book Review | Are U Ok? by Kati Morton

S2E1: Book Review | Are U Ok? by Kati Morton

Season two is upon us! Ali starts a book review series starting with Are U Ok? by Kati Morton. Are U Ok? is a guide to caring for your mental health and is what Ali considers to be somewhat of a "mental health bible." www.BehindTheIllness.com
Jul 03, 202023:00
Episode 10: 20 Questions

Episode 10: 20 Questions

In episode 10, the final episode in season 1, Ali has some fun and answers some questions about herself, her career, and the podcast. Check out the brand new website!  www.behindtheillness.com
Jun 26, 202035:11
Episode 9: Being A Mental Health Advocate

Episode 9: Being A Mental Health Advocate

Ali talks about being a mental health advocate and how you can become one. www.writtenbyalivee.com
Jun 19, 202029:55
Episode 8: Communication

Episode 8: Communication

In episode 8, Ali talks about the importance of communication when talking with others who don't suffer from mental illness, as well as the communication with someone who says its "all in our heads." www.writtenbyalivee.com
Jun 13, 202024:38
Episode 7: Black Lives Matter

Episode 7: Black Lives Matter

In episode 7, Ali explains why we have to stop being complacent in our fight for our fellow human beings.
Jun 05, 202027:32
Episode 6: My Stays In A Mental Hospital

Episode 6: My Stays In A Mental Hospital

Ali talks about her stays in a mental hospital.
May 29, 202017:20
Episode 5: I Didn’t Talk For 13 Years

Episode 5: I Didn’t Talk For 13 Years

Ali talks about overcoming selective mutism and being bullied because of it throughout her school years.
May 22, 202023:54
Episode 4: Getting Help Is Okay!

Episode 4: Getting Help Is Okay!

Guest Kayla McKern talks about her mental health journey and that it’s okay to get help for your mental health. To read Kayla’s blog post on my website, go to www.writtenbyalivee.com/kaylamckern1
Mar 20, 202026:44
Episode 3: Battling Addiction

Episode 3: Battling Addiction

Special guest Kayla McKern talks about battling with polysubstance abuse.
Mar 13, 202022:22
March 10, 2020

March 10, 2020

Mar 10, 202000:24
Episode 2: Depression & Social Anxiety

Episode 2: Depression & Social Anxiety

Ali talks about living with depression and social anxiety in the past and on a daily basis.
Mar 05, 202026:39
Episode 1: I’m Not Lazy

Episode 1: I’m Not Lazy

In episode 1, Ali talks about not being able to have a job because of depression and anxiety.
Jan 18, 202020:49