Bipolar type II disorder has many effects on a person’s life as well as those around them.
As part of the Stories of Resilience: Student Stigma Free Series, a Brookdale student, Brooke, will share her journey with bipolar II from diagnosis through hypomanic and depressive episodes, treatment, and recovery. The talk will be 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, in MAN100. To register, click here: Register Here
The talk will reflect on how hospitalization, therapy, medication and intensive outpatient programs shaped experiences in high school and college, influenced relationships, and impacted daily life. The speaker will also share past struggles with self-harm and the ongoing process of healing, growth and learning to manage mental health with resilience and self-awareness.
The series is sponsored by the Writing Center, Wellness Center and the Psychology & Human Services Club. Additional talks are being held,
November 20, 2025 Register Here
December 18, 2025 Register Here
As part of the Stigma Free Speaker Series hosted by the Psychology & Human Services Club, both listeners and sharers are asked to create a space for understanding and learning from one another.
This is in collaboration with the Nectar Club and sponsored by Student Life & Activities.
WARNING: Mental Health Disclaimer: Please be advised that the content may be difficult at times for listeners. By sharing real stories about topics like abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-harm, we hope to help create a less judgmental and more understanding community.
Contact the Writing Center with any questions, by email, phone (732-224-2941), or in-person (LAH 118).
