How Can I Help? - with Dr. Gail Saltz

When a wealth gap opens between you and a friend, it's hard not to be envious or try frantically to keep up. Dr. Saltz tells how to tame those feelings, and keep the relationship intact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mother whose daughter wants to marry young knows that love doesn't conquer all. Dr. Saltz tells her how to get the message across while still being supportive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make no mistake: hypochondriacs are definitely suffering—especially from the constant worry about the conditions they think they might have. Negative test results won't necessarily banish the anxiety, but Dr. Saltz reveals what does work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-parenting is one thing, but what are the consequences when you develop a deep friendship with your ex? Dr. Saltz helps a listener navigate this tricky and often uncomfortable territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Too many couples are having too little sex, says Dr. Saltz. She tells how to restart your sex life--because it's good for your physical  health, your mental health, and the health of your relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, it's hard to juggle time-restricted schedules, and you may worry that you're shortchanging your child, but you, and your kids, will benefit when you enjoy a strong, adult relationship, says Dr. Saltz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't believe the Valentine's hype, says Dr. Saltz. Don't fall back into old, bad relationship habits. And do remember that love doesn't come only in heart-shaped red packagesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listener's boyfriend wanted her to make a joint resolution with him: They would each vow to lose 10 pounds in 2024. Dr. Saltz reveals why that type of resolution is doomed to failure—and tells what does work when you're plotting new goals for the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a woman suffers from a family member's regular gaslighting at the holidays Dr. Saltz advises how to halt that behavior in its tracks and get the holiday back on a better footing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few things are as hurtful as learning that someone you thought was your friend has betrayed your trust—whether it's bad-mouthing you, sharing your private info with the world or cutting you off socially. Dr. Saltz tells how to get past the resulting self-doubt and determine whether this is a relationship worth saving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overwhelmed? Consumed by Negativity? Saying Hurtful Things When You Don't Mean To? Dr. Saltz Reveals How to Stop Those Runaway Feelings and Return to Being Your Nice, Normal Self.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media and 24/7 coverage of current world events is stressing people out—making them anxious, angry and sleepless. Dr. Saltz tells how some simple habit changes can bring relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to cope—and keep your sanity—when your spouse's mom tries to take over Thanksgiving, Christmas of any other festivity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caregiver burnout is a real thing and can result in depression as well as physical health issues. Dr. Saltz tells how to get past the guilt, resentment and fatigue, and make the situation better for you and the loved one you're caring for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expressing emotion is not a sign of weakness, says Dr. Saltz. But if crying is hurting you professionally, there are some easy, effective techniques you can use to contain it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone has a body part they're dissatisfied with, but worrying about thigh jiggle and tummy flab is more than just annoying—it can get in the way of a fulfilling sex life. Dr. Saltz advises a listener whose unhappiness over her post-baby weight gain is coming between her and her husband.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And it's not just the yarn arts. Science shows that crafting hobbies in general can boost mood, reduce stress, increase self-esteem, and improve motor skills. Dr. Saltz tells why these pastimes are so good for mind and body. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mean girls and boys, active shooter drills, social media—the thought of these and more can create anxiety as students head back to the classroom. Dr. Saltz tells how parents can set children up for success and happiness in the year ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some people, the warm weather brings nervousness, jitters and a feeling of being at loose ends. Dr. Saltz tells how to cope with the anxiety that can accompany the summer months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi, Seneca fans! Seneca and iHeartPodcasts are excited about My Vagina Said What - a podcast dedicated to creating space and educating women about their bodies. Since you love our show, we think you may like this one too. Check out the trailer and decide if My Vagina Said What is your next listen! About: Kris and Andi invite their listeners to pull up a seat to the best friend table as they share their most personal and humiliating body stories. Kris and Andi believe that by talking about all the weird and confusing things we experience with our bodies we will be able to better care for them-but most of all it's just funny! Listen to My Vagina Said What on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-discipline is hard for some people: Meeting deadlines, doing unpleasant chores or eating heathy food is a challenge for them. Dr. Saltz tells how to “flip the script” on a lifetime of delay and avoidanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some people, the typical human sounds that other people make—eating, chewing or even breathing—can trigger extreme anger, rage and disgust. It's an actual condition, called “misophonia,” and Dr. Saltz tells how to deal with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you really want to communicate, forget “therapy speak” and avoid terms like “toxic” and “gaslighting.” Use honesty, empathy—and your own words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through fun yet intimate and revealing conversations, Latinas Take The Lead hosted by Emmy award-winning journalist Naibe Reynoso, dives into issues modern Latinas face. There are 29.6 million Latinas in the U.S., but many times they feel left out of the conversation. To help understand how Latinas navigate two worlds whose cultures and values sometimes clash, Naibe Reynoso will interview trailblazers like astronaut Katya Echazarreta, entrepreneurs like Sandra Velasquez founder of Nopalera, award winning authors like Reyna Grande, leaders in the community and more. Latinas  are the 200 percenters': 100 percent American and 100 percent Latina.  It's about time… LATINAS TAKE THE LEAD!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The stress of raising a family can lead to exhaustion, anxiety and even emotional distancing from one's children. Dr. Saltz reveals how parents can get the joy back and return to being the kind of parents they were—and want to be again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oh My God Particle Show! follows Dahlia Wilde's journey back to the large hadron collider at the Centre For Research Nuclear (CERN) in Geneva, Switzerland to meet with the genius female scientists who are doing mind-boggling original work there.  Listen here or on the iHeartRadio app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You're lying there in the dark, trying to fall asleep. Instead, your mind is racing with woulda-coulda-shoulda thoughts you can't let go of. Anxiety can lead to insomnia, which can trigger even more anxiety. Dr. Saltz tells how to break this vicious and unhealthy cycle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ghosting hurts. It can cause feelings of confusion, self-doubt, and a sense of worthlessness. And it can have negative consequences for the person doing the ghosting, too. Dr. Saltz helps a listener move past a ghosting incident—and reveals why ghosting is something we should never, ever do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bullying can cause depression and anxiety in children—and in these days of social media everywhere, it's harder than ever to escape. Dr. Saltz has advice for a listener whose daughter now dreads school, and reveals the simple practice that can stop the attacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi, Seneca fans! We have a brand-new podcast called "Your Financial Maven," and we think you'll want to check it out. Financial literacy and empowerment are vital for women, and host Samantha Besnoff is here to help. Check out this trailer to decide for yourself if this is your next finance podcast obsession! Show Description: Your Financial Maven is a weekly podcast where you will be challenged to change the way we think about money. April is Financial Literacy Month and what better way to reach out and share than to launch a podcast? I'm Samantha Mittman Besnoff, CPA and host of Your Financial Maven Podcast. My podcast will challenge you to change the way we think about money, our understanding of it, and the effects it has on our lives. It's important to know our money so that we feel financially empowered and less stressed when it comes to our money. As Your Financial Maven, I will be bringing you my insights and expertise as well as through my guest interviews. It's important to think about the psychological aspect of how our upbringing and experiences change how we make spending and financial decisions. I hope you join me each week as we touch on budgeting, taxes, and really anything around money. I've spent over 25 years in the accounting world through a variety of industries including public, corporate, and nonprofit. Listen to Your Financial Maven on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are available! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a new season of How Can I Help with Dr. Gail Saltz! It's 2023 and light seems just about as stressful as ever. And as a result, mental health struggles are still on the rise. That's why I'm here to ask you, how can I help? My name is Dr. Gail Saltz. I'm a clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital, a psychoanalyst, bestselling author, and I'm here to help. Join me every Friday on this podcast where you can ask your most pressing questions and get helpful guidance on topics ranging from coping with anxiety and mood to relationships to family and parenting issues to workplace dynamics, from young person's problems to older persons problems and everything in between. While it has been a rough time, you don't have to navigate it alone. So how can I help? You can send questions anonymously to HowCanIHelp@SenecaWomen.com and I will answer with specific advice and understanding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They're frightening and disturbing—and because they disrupt your sleep, they leave you feeling tired during the day. Nightmares are common in adults, but Dr. Saltz has techniques anyone can use to turn bedtime back into a restful experience.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No energy at work? Feeling detached and cynical? Have you lost the sense that you're accomplishing anything meaningful? All are classic symptoms of burnout. If quitting isn't an option, Dr. Saltz has practical ways to not only survive burnout, but even improve your work life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most women have experienced PMS; but if you're spending half the month feeling moody, super-irritable and bloated, you could be suffering from premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD. Dr. Saltz tells how to deal with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School shootings continue to make headlines—and because of that one listener is reluctant to allow her daughter to attend middle school. Is her fear rational? Dr. Saltz helps this mother put things in perspective and offers practical steps she can take to deal with her  fears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us end up with a spouse who reminds us of our mother or father. And that can be nice—until we're catapulted back to old childhood grievances that haven't healed. Dr. Saltz advises a listener who feels like she's dealing with a parent instead of a husband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listener knows she wants to get married and have children—but she hasn't found the right guy yet. She wonders if she should marry a man she considers to be more of a friend. Dr. Saltz provides some down-to-earth advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an all-too-common phobia, but if fear of flying is keeping you from traveling by air, Dr. Saltz has easy, practical tips that can allow you to relax and enjoy the ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shocking, scary or dangerous events can leave you on edge, depressed, sleepless and unfocused. PTSD can happen to anyone, of any age and circumstance. Dr. Saltz advises a listener who thinks she may have the disorder—and tells how to recover from a traumatic event, whether or not the diagnosis is actually PTSD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You could be battling anxiety or depression or psychosis, sleeplessness or overeating—no matter what the problem, there's a therapist who can help. But who? Do you need a medical doctor, a clinical social worker, a psychiatrist—or something else? Dr. Saltz offers guidelines to help you choose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you drank more than you should have over the holidays, or if you have questions about how much you're imbibing in general, this could be the perfect time to reassess and reset your relationship with alcohol. Dr. Saltz tells how to get the most out of Dry January.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Losing a spouse or other loved one can result in a range of emotions including despair, sorrow and anger. And those feelings can last longer than you might expect. Dr. Saltz advises a listener who recently lost her father—and is worried about the profound grief of her mother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time of year can leave us particularly vulnerable to feelings of loneliness and social isolation. A listener who just broke up with her boyfriend gets great advice from Dr. Saltz—and the doctor's tips can do wonders for anyone who's experiencing the holiday blues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presents to buy. Extra meals to prepare. Out-of-town relatives to deal with. And it's all happening when there's less daylight and a greater chance of cold, wet weather. No wonder the holidays provoke anxiety. Dr. Saltz has great advice on how to keep it all together—at least until 2023 rolls around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being unable to bring a baby into the world can lead to a wide swath of emotions—sorrow, jealousy, anger and depression among them. Dr. Saltz advises a listener who feels all those things, as well as regret at not having started a family sooner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some, the shorter days bring general unhappiness characterized by low energy, excess sleeping, and overeating carbs. Call it the winter blues, the blahs—or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Dr. Saltz reveals how to tell if you have this common malaise—and how to treat SAD until the sun comes back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having an authentic friendship can improve your health and wellbeing—and even extend your lifespan. Toxic friendships can do the opposite. Dr. Saltz tells how to cultivate new friendships as an adult, ensure that you're a good friend to your existing companions, and end the relationships that just aren't working out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holiday season that starts with Thanksgiving comes with an extra helping of anxiety this year, as the latest elections present a fresh opportunity to renew family feuds over politics. How to defuse the tensions so everyone can enjoy the meals and camaraderie? Dr. Saltz has some excellent ideas. (Hint: Advance planning helps.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a familiar tale: You're exhausted from a long day at work, but once in bed, you can't nod off. Anxiety is just one reason so many Americans struggle with long-term sleep issues. Dr. Saltz provides sure-to-help advice on how to calm an anxious mind and get the good night's sleep you deserve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A feeling of terror. Sweating. Dizziness. Chest pains. A panic attack can be scary—although rarely dangerous. Dr. Saltz tells how to distinguish between isolated attacks and a true panic disorder—and offers ways to deal with both.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the spooky season! Dr. Saltz tells how to help children deal with the fears that arise around Halloween and explains how kids can still have fun, minus the scarier elements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.