Losing Eric: A Psychiatrist's Fight for Her Son
Claim This Podcastby Yvette Sheline, MD
Podcast Overview
<p>Yvette Sheline, MD, wrote and narrates this podcast about her son, Eric, and the struggle with bipolar disorder that ultimately took his life.</p><p>The show focuses on the science, treatment, and emotional impact of a multi-decade fight against bipolar illness—told from the perspective of a mother who's also a psychiatrist.</p><p>Dr. Sheline is a professor of psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania whose career has been devoted to understanding brain mechanisms of treatment effects, plasticity, and mood dysregulation. She lives in Philadelphia.</p><p>**This show includes descriptions of serious mental illness and suicide. If you or someone you love is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.</p>
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Publishing Since
3/18/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 6, 2026
Alternative Treatment Options
<p>Episode 16: Treatment options for the seriously mentally ill. </p>
June 29, 2026
Life After Release From Mandatory Treatment
<p>Episode 15: On the surface, my son seemed fine. Recurrent nature of mental illness; what are the treatment options?</p>
June 22, 2026
Romance and Relationships
<p>Episode 14: Romance and relationships during bipolar illness. My son wanted to find a life partner but didn't succeed.</p>
16 total episodes available
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- What is Losing Eric: A Psychiatrist's Fight for Her Son?
<p>Yvette Sheline, MD, wrote and narrates this podcast about her son, Eric, and the struggle with bipolar disorder that ultimately took his life.</p><p>The show focuses on the science, treatment, and emotional impact of a multi-decade fight against bipolar illness—told from the perspective of a mother who's also a psychiatrist.</p><p>Dr. Sheline is a professor of psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania whose career has been devoted to understanding brain mechanisms of treatment effects, plasticity, and mood dysregulation. She lives in Philadelphia.</p><p>**This show includes descriptions of serious mental illness and suicide. If you or someone you love is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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