Let's Psyconnect

LT psyconnected with Katie Ramsey, a fourth-year graduate student of clinical psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi and incoming predoctoral intern at the UAB-BVAMC Consortium, to talk about ADHD.   In this episode, they talk about what ADHD is (based on the DSM-V definition), causes, common myths, prevalence rates, how it differs in children and adults, and much more! It was an engaging discussion!   Support Let's Psyconnect: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support    Do you want to psyconnect with Katie?  Twitter: KLRamseyPsych Email: Kathleen.Ramsey@usm.edu Here are some of the references Katie mentions:   American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM-5®). American Psychiatric Pub.     Chung, W., Jiang, S. F., Paksarian, D., Nikolaidis, A., Castellanos, F. X.,  Merikangas, K. R., & Milham, M. P. (2019). Trends in the prevalence and  incidence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among adults and  children of different racial and ethnic groups. JAMA network open, 2(11).     Cortese, S., & Castellanos, F. X. (2014). The relationship between ADHD and  obesity: implications for therapy. Expert review of neurotherapeutics, 14(5),  473-479.    For additional resources/references: contact Let's Psyconnect or Katie Ramsey - we are happy to share them with you!   Are you a student in Clinical Psychology or mental health professional who loves research or uses research to inform your work and want to be a guest speaker? Go to www.letspsyconnect.com and complete the Contact Us form.  And remember,  Let's Psyconnect --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

I hope you are enjoying the episodes that talk about Chronic Pain and Mental Health. It is an important topic that we often don't talk about - and perhaps, do not pay enough attention to when providing services to those experiencing CP. In this episode (ep. 03 of the series), I review possible barriers to the treatment of individuals with non-malignant chronic pain. I also review implications to treatment offered by mental health professionals. This episode is also available on IGVT (Instagram: @letspsyconnect) and YouTube. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

As part of this series, Let's Psyconnect continues talking about non-malignant chronic pain. In this episode, LT focuses on different factors and conditions that are associated with the perception and experience of non-malignant chronic pain. The episode is available on all major podcast platforms, YouTube and IGVT (Let's Psyconnect Instagram page). _________________________________________________________________ References: the information discussed in today's episode derived from A narrative literature review addressing factors that may interfere in mental health treatment of individuals with chronic pain by Tibirica, Lize. For a full list of references and content, please refer to it. It can be requested/found at the Albizu University library - Miami. _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, it does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

LT shares with you what she has learned about chronic pain (she is not an expert, just someone passionate about the topic and working with those with chronic pain). In this episode, LT explores the definition of pain, reviews some models that seek to explain pain. We also talk about the cycle of pain. In this episode and future episodes in this series, we focus on non-malignant chronic pain. _________________________________________________________________ References: the information discussed in today's episode derived from A narrative literature review addressing factors that may interfere in the mental health treatment of individuals with chronic pain by Tibirica, Lize. For a full list of references and content, please refer to it. It can be requested/found at the Albizu University library - Miami. _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric, or medical advice. Additionally, LT does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. #fightmentalhealthstigma #breakmentalhealthstigma #letspsyconnect #psychologystudents #psydstudents #psychologypodcast #letstalkpsychology #letstalkmentalhealth #chronicpainandmentalhealth #depression #anxiety #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #painawareness #painandmentalhealth #healthpsychology #painisreal --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this episode, LT psyconnects with Dr. Borchert @danaborchertphd to talk about her journey as an I/O psychologist - what motivated her to become an I/O psychologist, the types of work she does with employees/employers, and how she and clinician psychologists collaborate. LT and Dr. Borchert also talk about how research informs her work - topics addressed: burnout, stress, COVID, and much more! This episode is also available on all major podcast platforms, Youtube and IGVT @letspsyconnect A bit about Dr. Borchert: Since starting at CMA in 2010, Dana Borchert has helped arm her clients with the tools to develop into the professionals they wanted to become. Drawing on her extensive experience, Dana works to understand each organization to help put them at ease. Her expertise is partnering with leadership to improve individual and organizational performance through succession planning, assessment, performance evaluation, M&A team evaluation, team building, and executive coaching. Dana has a unique understanding of the brain's many facets—both psychological and physiological—thanks to a Ph.D. and a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Saint Louis University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Iowa with an emphasis in neuroscience. In addition to being recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the “30 Under 30” up-and-coming young professionals in 2012, she has co-authored publications and presented many professional papers throughout her career. She's very active in community affairs, where she has served as chairs for the St. Louis Children's Hospital Young Friends Board and the United Way of Greater St. Louis Young Leaders Society. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Suicide prevention series is back! This time LT psyconnected with Allie, Taylor, and Shelby. They are psychology doctoral students working in the Suicide and Emotion Dysregulation (SEDL) Lab at the University of Southern Mississippi. LT and these wonderful human beings talk about how research has informed clinical practices to improve suicide risk assessment and interventions. They also talk about stigma and the importance of fighting it. The episode can also be watched on the IGVT - Let's Psyconnect instagram page. Stay psyconnected with Allie via Science.Simplified --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect with Dr. Jackson - from student to the owner of her business. We talked about her career choices, treatment approaches she is trained on, what is like to work with children, and more! This episode is also available on www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and Youtube. Of note: there are some glitches on the recording - I am sorry - you can still listen/watch it and enjoy the conversation. There are also lots of laughs and good energy! Dr. Kezia Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the owner of Healing Spaces Psychological Services LLC located in Clayton Missouri. Healing Spaces aims to provide comprehensive, quality, and inclusive psychological services to members of the St. Louis community, particularly those from traditionally underserved populations. As a clinician, Dr. Jackson provides assessment and therapeutic services for children with emotional regulation difficulties and oppositional and defiant behavior. She also provides therapy to adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and difficulty with life transitions. Dr. Jackson obtained a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at Loyola University Maryland in 2016. She an APA-accredited internship at Terry Children's Center, a residential treatment center in Delaware, and a postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Behavioral Health (CBH). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

As mental health professionals, we often learn from past research/theories/other people's work. Dr. Maddy took a step beyond - she learned from the work of others, found a gap, and decided to develop her own program. Let's Psyconnect and Dr. Maddy talked about her journey, what inspired her, and some of the steps she took in order to develop her program - and what is next for her! The episode is available on all major podcast platforms. You can watch this episode on IGTV - Let's Psyconnect Instagram page. You can stay psyconnected with Dr. Maddy via https://www.instagram.com/_doctormaddy/ More information about her can be found here: https://doctormaddy.mykajabi.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect with Sam and Kayla from Suicide and Emotion Dysregulation Lab (@science.simplified) to talk about suicide prevention research - considerations for telehealth work, individuals at high risk, strategies that have shown to be effective, and much more! You can watch the conversation on IGTV and Youtube or Listen to it - podcast episode is available on all major podcast platforms. You can also psyconnect with them on Twitter: Sam: @sdaruwala1 Kayla: @KaylaWagler Remember to check out the other episodes as part of the series - available on all major podcast platforms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

(PTSD/Trauma Series Ep. 04): Trauma and the Body with Megan Chang - this episode is part of Let's Psyconnect series on PTSD/Trauma. So far, in the series, we talked about what research has shown us about trauma and some of the PTSD criterion/criteria. Other topics discussed were the investigations on PTSD in populations other than military personnel. In the fourth episode of the series, LT and Ronnie Lee psyconnected with Megan K. Chang @mytraumacoach to talk about trauma and how trauma impacts the brain and the body - because there is more to trauma than we can see. We explored the associations between trauma and pain, changes in the brain and more! You can also watch the conversation on instagram.com/lespsyconnect or YouTube. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect has the pleasure to psyconnect with Dr. Meier. In this episode, Dr. Meier and Let's Psyconnect talk about Forensic Psychology: it seeks to address myths and facts associated with it and much more! You can also watch the conversation - on Youtube or Instagram: go to www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and visit the IGTV page. _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect had the pleasure to psyconnect with Dr. Cronin. In this episode, Dr. Cronin and Let's Psyconnect talk about Mindfulness: it seeks to address what it is, myths and facts associated with it, as well as its benefits, and much more! You can also watch the conversation - go to www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and visit our IGTV page or go to our Youtube channel. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. #mindful #mindfulness #neuropsychology #mindfulnessapproach #privatepractice #grouptherapy #mindfulnesstraining #selfcare #depression #anxiety #letspsyconnect --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect had the pleasure to psyconnect with Samantha Wetje. In this episode, Samantha and Let's Psyconnect talk about Adverse Childhood Experiences - what it is, risk factors and protective factors, its associations as well as concerns associated with mental health symptoms/conditions, and much more! You can also watch the conversation - go to www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and visit the IGTV page or go to the Youtube channel. Stay psyconnected with LT on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Dr. St Jean is back and this time she and Let's Psyconnect talk about bullying in schools and outside of schools. In addition, the conversation addresses some common and recommended preventive and post-bullying actions. You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV episode - more ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us! Our podcast is available on many platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcast - for more click on the link in our bio. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. #schoolpsychology #letspsyconnect #studentsmentalhealth #letstalkpsychology #psychologypodcast #bullyingprevention #bullyingandmentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealtheducation #letstalkmentalhealth #childrensmentalhealth #teenagersmentalhealth --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect talks about cyberbullying and looks at some factors that can protect the mental health of those who have experienced bullying. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ______________________________________________ References: Lee, S. W., Lohmeier, J. H., Niileksela, C., & Oeth, J. (2009). Rural schools' mental health needs: Educators' perceptions of mental health needs and services in rural schools. Journal of Rural Mental Health, 33(1), 26-31. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0095970 McLoughlin, L. T., Spears, B. A., Taddeo, C. M., & Hermens, D. F. (2019). Remaining connected in the face of cyberbullying: Why social connectedness is important for mental health. Psychology in the Schools, 56(6), 945-958. https://doi.org/10.1002/pits.22232 What is cyberbullying. (2020, May 7). StopBullying.gov. https://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/what-is-it Wang, C., La Salle, T. P., Do, K. A., Wu, C., & Sullivan, K. E. (2019). Does parental involvement matter for students' mental health in middle school? School Psychology, 34(2), 222–232. https://doi.org/10.1037/spq0000300 ______________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In today's episode, we talk about bullying that can happen in settings other than school. We continue the conversation about how bullying affects one's mental health as we look at research addressing revictimization and mental health of adults who experienced bullying in childhood. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) References: Anti-Bullying Help, Facts, and More. (2015, July 21). Do you have workplace bullies at your job. Bullying Statistics. https://www.bullyingstatistics.org/content/workplace-bullying.html Brendgen, M., Poulin, F., & Denault, A. (2019). Peer victimization in school and mental and physical health problems in young adulthood: Examining the role of revictimization at the workplace. Developmental Psychology, 55(10), 2219-2230. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0000771 Hsieh, Y., Wang, H., & Ma, S. (2019). The mediating role of self-efficacy in the relationship between workplace bullying, mental health and an intention to leave among nurses in Taiwan. International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, 12(2), 242-248. https://doi.org/10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01322 Raypole, C. (2019, April). Workplace bullying: How to identify and manage bullying. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/health/workplace-bullying#whos-affected Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

What is Bullying? Let's Psyconnect addresses this question, reviews some statistics pertaining to it, and talks about the mental health outcomes of bullying. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ______________________________________________________ References: National Center for Health Statistics, & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2013). National Health Interview Survey [Data set]. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/asthma/nhis/2013/table1-1.htm Dantchev, S., & Wolke, D. (2019). Trouble in the nest: Antecedents of sibling bullying victimization and perpetration. Developmental Psychology, 55(5), 1059-1071. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0000700 National center for educational statistics. (2019). Student Reports of Bullying: Results From the 2017 School Crime Supplement to the National Crime Victimization Survey. National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a part of the U.S. Department of Education. https://nces.ed.gov/pubs2019/2019054.pdf Östberg, V., Modin, B., & Låftman, S. B. (2017). Exposure to school bullying and psychological health in young adulthood: A prospective 10-Year follow-up study. Journal of School Violence, 17(2), 194-209. https://doi.org/10.1080/15388220.2017.1296770 _______________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

LT and Ronnie take another look at how living in times of COVID is affecting one's mental health - from anxiety to guilt feelings. We also talk about what it is like to go through internship during a pandemic: from expectations to a new reality. Tune into our instagram account to watch the IG Live post of this episode! Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. #covidandmentalhealth #letspsyconnect #psydstudent #psychologystudent #mentalhealthmatters #mentalillnessawarenessweek #anxiety #ocd #depression #selfcare #stopthestigma #stopstigmatizingmentalhealth --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this bonus episode, Dr. Brittany St Jean joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about the work of Psychologists at school, conversations with parents/teachers/students, considerations for mental health professionals, and more! You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV episode - more ways to stay Psyconnected and join the conversation with us! Stay Psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ________________________________________________ References https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/mental-health/school-psychology-and-mental-health/school-based-mental-health-services _______________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect meets with Dr. Patsy Manzanares @groundingdeeper this time to talk about Mental Health Recovery. We asked Dr. Patsy several questions looking to be informed and learn from a professional who has been addressing the topic in many ways. She hosts the “My name is … & I am in Recovery” - Go to @groundingdeeper for more. You can watch the conversation we had with Dr. Patsy on our IGVT or YouTube channel or listen to this episode in our podcast which is available on many platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcast - for more click on the link in our bio. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect talks about Recovery in what regards mental health. In this episode, different and similar definitions and lack of consensus for the word recovery when it comes to mental health is discussed. We also talk about some factors that influence recovery and much more! Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) _________________________ References: Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration. (2020). Recovery and recovery support. Retrieved from https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery Carpenter, J. (2002). Mental health recovery paradigm: Implications for social work. Health & Social Work, 27(2), 86-94. https://doi.org/10.1093/hsw/27.2.86 Garverich, S., Prener, C. G., Guyer, M. E., & Lincoln, A. K. (2020). What matters: Factors impacting the recovery process among outpatient mental health service users. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 1(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1037/prj0000407 Penas, P., Moreno, M., Uriarte, J., Ridgway, P., & Iraurgi, I. (2017). How is evaluated mental health recovery? European Psychiatry, 41(S1), S199-S199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpsy.2017.01.2145 U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2019, March 14). Recovery is possible. MentalHealth.gov. https://www.mentalhealth.gov/basics/recovery-possible _______________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode, Dr. Rosie Curiel joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about healthy aging, Alzheimer's disease, research, considerations for mental health professionals, and more! Dr. Rosie Curiel is Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. She is a licensed clinical psychologist who conducts neuropsychological evaluations of individuals with diverse neurodegenerative and neurobehavioral conditions. You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV or YouTube episode - more ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us! www.letspsyconnect.com Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

We are living longer lives; thus it is important to consider factors that can influence our mental and physical health as we age. Let's Psyconnect talks about what is known about healthy aging, ageism, and much more in this episode! References: Daly, L., Byrne, G., & Keogh, B. (2019). Contemporary considerations relating to health promotion and older people. British Journal of Nursing, 28(21), 1414-1419. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2019.28.21.1414 Hartzler, A. L., Osterhage, K., Demiris, G., Phelan, E. A., Thielke, S. M., & Turner, A. M. (2017). Understanding views on everyday use of personal health information: Insights from community dwelling older adults. Informatics for Health and Social Care, 43(3), 320-333. https://doi.org/10.1080/17538157.2017.1297815 Jung, H., & Sung, K. M. (2019). Effects of an aging management program for middle-aged women on resilience and successful aging. Korean Journal of Women Health Nursing, 25(4), 392. https://doi.org/10.4069/kjwhn.2019.25.4.392 Lyons, A., Alba, B., Heywood, W., Fileborn, B., Minichiello, V., Barrett, C., Hinchliff, S., Malta, S., & Dow, B. (2017). Experiences of ageism and the mental health of older adults. Aging & Mental Health, 22(11), 1456-1464. https://doi.org/10.1080/13607863.2017.1364347 WHO. (2017). What is healthy ageing? World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/ageing/healthy-ageing/en/#:~:text=Healthy%20Ageing%20and%20functional%20ability,they%20have%20reason%20to%20value Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this series, Let's Psyconnect explores topics associated with aging. In this episode, Let's Psyconnect talks about Alzheimer's Disease - from what it is, what is known, and the need of working in interdisciplinary teams. Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com References: Alzheimer's Association. (2020). Facts and figures. Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. https://alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/facts-figures Ansai, J. H., Andrade, L. P., Rossi, P. G., Almeida, M. L., Carvalho Vale, F. A., & Rebelatto, J. R. (2017). Association between gait and dual task with cognitive domains in older people with cognitive impairment. Journal of Motor Behavior, 50(4), 409-415. https://doi.org/10.1080/00222895.2017.1363702 Burke, S. L., Cadet, T., Alcide, A., O'Driscoll, J., & Maramaldi, P. (2017). Psychosocial risk factors and Alzheimer's disease: The associative effect of depression, sleep disturbance, and anxiety. Aging & Mental Health, 22(12), 1577-1584. https://doi.org/10.1080/13607863.2017.1387760 Gold, D., Rosowsky, E., Piryatinsky, I., & Sinclair, S. J. (2020). Comparing patient and informant ratings of depressive symptoms in various stages of Alzheimer's disease. Neuropsychology, 34(5), 535-550. https://doi.org/10.1037/neu0000630 Hsiao, Y., Chang, C., & Gean, P. (2018). Impact of social relationships on Alzheimer's memory impairment: Mechanistic studies. Journal of Biomedical Science, 25(1), 216-231. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12929-018-0404-x Winter, Y., Korchounov, A., Zhukova, T. V., & Bertschi, N. E. (2011). Depression in elderly patients with Alzheimer dementia or vascular dementia and its infl uence on their quality of life. Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice, 02(01), 027-032. https://doi.org/10.4103/0976-3147.80087 Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this episode, LT and Ronnie Lee talk about some recent studies that appoint and discuss suicide prevention strategies. This episode is intended for mental health students and professionals. Information and Resources available on this topic can be found on: suicidepreventionlifeline.org, who.int, save.org, afsp.org National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor References: Arensman E, Scott V, De Leo D, Pirkis J. Suicide and Suicide Prevention From a Global Perspective. Crisis. 2020;41(Suppl 1):S3-S7. doi:10.1027/0227-5910/a000664 Braun, M., Till, B., Pirkis, J., & Niederkrotenthaler, T. (2020). Suicide prevention videos developed by and for adolescents. Crisis, 1(1), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000696 Cheng, Q., Shum, A. K., Ip, F. W., Wong, H. K., Yip, W. K., Kam, A. H., & Yip, P. S. (2020). Co-creation and impacts of a suicide prevention video. Crisis, 41(1), 7-14. https://doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000593 Cramer, R. J., Long, M. M., Gordon, E., & Zapf, P. A. (2019). Preliminary effectiveness of an online-mediated competency-based suicide prevention training program. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 50(6), 395-406. https://doi.org/10.1037/pro0000261 Ross, S. G., DeHay, T., & Deiling, M. (2020). The suicide prevention for college student gatekeepers program. Crisis, 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000686 Silverman, M. M., Barnaby, L., Mishara, B. L., & Reidenberg, D. J. (2020). Suicide Prevention in the Americas. Crisis, 41(Suppl 1), S30–S52. https://doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000667 Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In today's episode, we review some background information (e.g. prevalence) and discuss risk and protective factors.  This episode is intended for mental health students and professionals. Information and Resources available on this topic can be found on: suicidepreventionlifeline.org, who.int, save.org, afsp.org National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor _________________________ References: National Center for Health Statistics, & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2013). National Health Interview Survey [Data set]. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/asthma/nhis/2013/table1-1.htm Love is louder: A product of the JED foundation. (2019, September 23). Suicidal behavior. The Jed Foundation (JED). https://www.jedfoundation.org/suicidal-behavior/ National Institute of Mental Health. (n.d.). NIMH » suicide. NIMH » Home. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide.shtml __________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect had the pleasure to psyconnect with Dr. Orbe-Austin (Instagram: @drorbeaustin). In this episode, Dr. Orbe-Austin and Let's Psyconnect talk about Imposter Syndrome: it seeks to address what it is, what it is not, how mental health professionals can address it with their clients, and much more! Dr. Obre-Austin (Instagram: @drorbeaustin) also talks about Imposter Syndrome on TedxDeerPark, YouTube (Woman Report), Hello Monday, and many other platforms. Her book is called: Own Your Greatness: Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life. Her website is: www.dynamictransitionsllp.com You can also watch the conversation - go to www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and visit our IGTV page or go to our Youtube channel. Stay psyconnected with us on: Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode: let's talk about psoriasis, Let's Psyconnect explores what is known about psoriasis, including possible comorbid mental health symptoms/conditions. _____________________________________________ References: Amin, M., Lee, E., Tsai, T., & Wu, J. (2020). Psoriasis and Co-morbidity. Acta Dermato Venereologica, 100(3), 81-87. https://doi.org/10.2340/00015555-3387 Brezinski EA, Dhillon JS, Armstrong AW. Economic Burden of Psoriasis in the United States: A Systematic Review. JAMA Dermatology. 2015 Jun;151(6):651-8. doi:10.1001/jamadermatol.2014.3593. Review. PubMed Gelfand, J.M., Stern, R.S., Nijsten, T., Feldman, S.R., Thomas, J., Kist, J., Rolstad, T., Margolis, D.J. (2005). The prevalence of psoriasis in African Americans: results from a population-based study. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 52(1), 23-6. Gelfand JM, Gladman DD, Mease PJ, Smith N, Margolis DJ, Nijsten T, Stern RS, Feldman, S.R., Rolstad, T. (2005). Epidemiology of psoriatic arthritis in the population of the United States. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 53(4), 573. Ferreira, B. I. R. C., Abreu, J. L. P. D. C., Dos Reis, J. P. G., & Figueiredo, A. M. D. C. (2016). Psoriasis and associated psychiatric disorders: a systematic review on etiopathogenesis and clinical correlation. The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 9(6), 36. Liang, S. E., Cohen, J. M., & Ho, R. S. (2018). Psoriasis and suicidality: A review of the literature. Dermatologic Therapy, 32(1), e12771. https://doi.org/10.1111/dth.12771 Pietrzak, D., Pietrzak, A., Grywalska, E., Kiciński, P., Roliński, J., Donica, H., Franciszkiewicz-Pietrzak, K., Borzęcki, A., Socha, M., Niedziałek, J., & Krasowska, D. (2018). Serum concentrations of interleukin 18 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 correlate with depression severity in men with psoriasis. PLOS ONE, 13(8), e0201589. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0201589 National Psoriasis Foundation. (2015). Psoriasis Statistics. https://www.psoriasis.org/content/statistics _____________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect had the pleasure to psyconnect with Dr. Dixon (Instagram: drpatriciadixon). In this episode, Dr. Dixon and Let's Psyconnect talk about Loss, Grief and Bereavement. We talk about coping with losses, mental health symptoms and conditions associated with grief and bereavement, and theoretical approaches professionals can consider when working with clients who are coping with loss. You can also watch the conversation - go to www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and visit our IGTV page or go to our Youtube channel Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode, Dr. Janine O'Brien joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about the work of Psychologists with college students and emerging adults, life transition, considerations for mental health professionals, and more! You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV episode - more ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us Stay Connected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) ________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In today's episode, Let's Psyconnect revisits what research has shown in regards to post-bariatric surgery compensatory behaviors. We seek to raise awareness on mental health and bariatric surgery and perhaps plant a seed on mental health professionals so we can keep the conversation going. Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com ----------------------------- References Mufaqam, S. A., Satishkumar, S. D., & Arvindkumar, P. P. (2013). Post-operative bariatric surgery complications: Deficiency of nutrients. Journal of Medical and Allied Sciences, 3(2), 43-47. Saules, K. K., Wiedemann, A., Ivezaj, V., Hopper, J. A., Foster-Hartsfield, J., & Schwarz, D. (2010). Bariatric surgery history among substance abuse treatment patients: prevalence and associated features. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases, 6(6), 615-621. doi:10.1016/j.soard.2009.12.008 Segal, A., Kinoshita Kussunoki, D., & Aparecida Larino, M. (2004). Post-surgical refusal to eat: Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or a new eating disorder? A case series. Obesity Surgery, 14(3), 353-360. doi:10.1381/096089204322917882 Suzuki, J., Haimovici, F., & Chang, G. (2010). Alcohol use disorders after bariatric surgery. Obesity Surgery, 22(2), 201-207. doi:10.1007/s11695-010-0346-1 Van Mastrigt, G., Van Dielen, F., Severens, J., Voss, G., & Greve, J. (2006). One-year cost-effectiveness of surgical treatment of morbid obesity: Vertical banded gastroplasty versus lap-band. Obesity Surgery, 16(5), 682-682. doi:10.1381/096089206776944922 White, M. A., Kalarchian, M. A., Masheb, R. M., Marcus, M. D., & Grilo, C. M. (2009). Loss of control over eating predicts outcomes in bariatric surgery patients. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 71(02), 175-184. doi:10.4088/jcp.08m04328blu World Health Organization. (2018). Obesity: preventing and managing the global epidemic. WHO obesity technical report series 2000, 894. Retrieved from www.iotf.org ____________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect relies on research to talk about obesity and comorbid medical and mental health conditions, bariatric surgery. We seek to raise awareness on mental health and bariatric surgery and perhaps plant a seed on mental health professionals so we can keep the conversation going. Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References Conason, A., Teixeira, J., Hsu, C., Puma, L., Knafo, D., & Geliebter, A. (2013). Substance use following bariatric weight loss surgery. JAMA Surgery, 148(2), 145. doi:10.1001/2013.jamasurg.265 Conceição, E., Mitchell, J. E., Vaz, A. R., Bastos, A. P., Ramalho, S., Silva, C., … Machado, P. P. (2014). The presence of maladaptive eating behaviors after bariatric surgery in a cross sectional study: Importance of picking or nibbling on weight regain. Eating Behaviors, 15(4), 558-562. doi:10.1016/j.eatbeh.2014.08.010 De Zwaan, M., Enderle, J., Wagner, S., Mühlhans, B., Ditzen, B., Gefeller, O., … Müller, A. (2011). Anxiety and depression in bariatric surgery patients: A prospective, follow-up study using structured clinical interviews. Journal of Affective Disorders, 133(1-2), 61-68. doi:10.1016/j.jad.2011.03.025 Deitel, M. (2003). Overweight and obesity worldwide now estimated to involve 1.7 billion people. Obesity Surgery, 13(3), 329-330. doi:10.1381/096089203765887598 Leite Faria, S., De Oliveira Kelly, E., Pereira Faria, O., & Kiyomi Ito, M. (2008). Snack-eating patients experience lesser weight loss after Roux-En-Y Gastric bypass surgery. Obesity Surgery, 19(9), 1293-1296. doi:10.1007/s11695-008-9704-7 Meany, G., Conceição, E., & Mitchell, J. E. (2013). Binge eating, binge eating disorder and loss of control eating: Effects on weight outcomes after bariatric surgery. European Eating Disorders Review, 22(2), 87-91. doi:10.1002/erv.2273 ____________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

People often say the words “self-care” - what does self-care mean though? Let's Psyconnect answers this and many other questions, and makes remarks about self-care and mental health professionals in this special episode: Let's talk about Self-Care. Watch this conversation: www.instagram.com/letspsyconnect and go to our IGTV page Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com ________________ References: Long, S. M., Clark, M., Ausloos, C. D., Jacoby, R., & McGhee, C. (2019). The wellness and self-care experiences of single mothers in poverty: Strategies for mental health counselors. Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 41(4), 343-358. https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.41.4.05 Mott, J., & Martin, L. A. (2019). Adverse childhood experiences, self‐care, and compassion outcomes in mental health providers working with trauma. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 75(6), 1066-1083. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.22752 Shepherd, M. A., & Newell, J. M. (2020). Stress and Health in Social Workers: Implications for Self-Care Practice. Best Practices in Mental Health, 16(1), 46-65. Vally, Z. (2018). Mental health stigma continues to impede help‐seeking and self‐care efforts among trainees in mental health professions. Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, 55(2), 161-162. https://doi.org/10.1111/ppc.12294 _____________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode, Dr. Ebony Butler joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about trauma, minority, treatment approaches, considerations for mental health professionals, and more! You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV episode - more ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us! Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode, Laura Lu, M.S. @themindhealthspot joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about intergenerational trauma, re-traumatization, and more! You can listen to the Podcast episode and/or watch the IGTV episode - more ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us! Stay Psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-Shirts available) - link in our website Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect talks about the different acculturation models, importance of learning about them, and discusses research-related results addressing ways people in the minority groups can lead changes. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) References: Lee, C. C. (2013). Multicultural issues in counseling: New approaches to diversity, 4th Ed. Alexandria, VA: American Counseling Association. Oberg, K. (2006). Cultural shock: Adjustment to new cultural environments. Curare, 29 142-146. Gardikiotis, A. (2011). Minority Influence. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 5(9), 679-693. Grant, A.M., & Patil, S.V. (2012). Challenging the norm of self-interest: Minority influence and transitions to helping norms in work units. Academy of Management Review, 37(4), 547-568. Levine, J. M., Russo, E. M., & U of Pittsburgh, Learning Research & Development Ctr. (1987). Majority and minority influence. In C. Hendrick (Ed.), Review of personality and social psychology, Vol. 8. Group processes (p. 13–54). Sage Publications, Inc Oc, B., Bashshur, M.R., & Moore, C. (2019). Head above the parapet: How minority subordinates influence group outcomes and the consequences they face for doing so. Journal of Applied Psychology, 104(7), 929-945. Rios, K. (2012). Minority opinions: Antecedents and benefits of expression. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 6(5), 392-401. Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Let's Psyconnect dives in research to learn about what has been said about individuals in the minority group and their mental health. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) References: El Bouhaddani, S., Van Domburgh, L., Schaefer, B., Doreleijers, T. A., & Veling, W. (2019). Psychotic experiences among ethnic majority and minority adolescents and the role of discrimination and ethnic identity. Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, 54(3), 343-353. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00127-019-01658-1 Emerson, S. D., & Carbert, N. S. (2018). An Apple a day: Protective associations between nutrition and the mental health of immigrants in Canada. Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, 54(5), 567-578. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00127-018-1616-9 Roy, A. L., Raver, C. C., Masucci, M. D., & DeJoseph, M. (2019). “If they focus on giving us a chance in life we can actually do something in this world”: Poverty, inequality, and youths' critical consciousness. Developmental Psychology, 55(3), 550-561. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0000586 Watson, H., Harrop, D., Walton, E., Young, A., & Soltani, H. (2019). A systematic review of ethnic minority women's experiences of perinatal mental health conditions and services in Europe. PLOS ONE, 14(1), e0210587. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0210587 Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this special episode, Dr. Patsy Manzanares @groundingdeeper joined LT and Ronnie Lee to talk about substance use/abuse, treatment, considerations for mental health professionals, and more! We are releasing a Podcast episode and an IGTV episode so you have other ways to stay psyconnected and join the conversation with us! For the full episode and to watch the conversation go to our Instagram page @letspsyconnect Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com References: National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics. (2019). NCDAS – Drug abuse statistics. NCDAS. https://drugabusestatistics.org/ NIDA. 2020, May 4. What are the treatments for comorbid substance use disorder and mental health conditions?. Retrieved from https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/common-comorbidities-substance-use-disorders/what-are-treatments-comorbid-substance-use-disorder-mental-health-conditions on 2020, July 2 Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In this episode, we discuss the impact of being a minority in today's society, ways to interpret it, and the mental health associated with being a minority. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) References: American Psychological Association (APA). (2018). Facing the Divide: Psychology's Conversation on Race and Health. An APA Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs Video Series Instructor Discussion Guide. https://www.apa.org/education/undergrad/diversity/facing-divide-instructor-guide.pdf American Psychological Association. (2018). Facing the divide: Psychology's conversation on race and health. https://www.apa.org. https://www.apa.org/education/undergrad/diversity/index Mental Health America. (2020). Infographic: BIPOC and LGBTQ+ mental health. Mental Health America National. https://www.mhanational.org/infographic-minority-mental-health Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Did you ever wonder if every professional provides the same treatment to all patients with PTSD? Join the conversation about the variables research has shown to influence providers' decisions regarding treatment delivery. Want to know more or contact us? Go to www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and get access to exclusive benefits! References: Cook, J. M., Thompson, R., Simiola, V., Wiltsey Stirman, S., & Schnurr, P. P. (2020). Provider general attitudes versus specific perceptions of evidence-based psychotherapies for PTSD. Psychological Services, 17(1), 46-53. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000280 Finley, E. P., Garcia, H. A., Ramirez, V. A., Haro, E. K., Mignogna, J., DeBeer, B., & Wiltsey-Stirman, S. (2020). Treatment selection among posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) specialty care providers in the veterans health administration: A thematic analysis. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(3), 251-259. https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0000477 Holder, N., Shiner, B., Li, Y., Madden, E., Neylan, T. C., Seal, K. H., Lujan, C., Patterson, O. V., DuVall, S. L., & Maguen, S. (2020). Timing of evidence-based psychotherapy for posttraumatic stress disorder initiation among Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans in the veterans health administration. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(3), 260-271. https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0000496 Song, J., Garcia, H. A., Finley, E. P., & Wiltsey Stirman, S. (2020). Graduate training and provider concerns about distress and comprehension in PTSD treatment choice: A mediation analysis. Psychological Services, 1541-1559. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000429 Becker, C. B., Zayfert, C., & Anderson, E. (2004). A survey of psychologists' attitudes towards and utilization of exposure therapy for PTSD. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 42, 277–292. http://dx.doi.org/10 .1016/S0005-7967(03)00138-4 _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In the second episode, we go over what recent studies addressing PTSD and 1) Chronic Pain in children, 2) Alexithymia, 3) Facebook addiction. Want to know more or contact us? Go to www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and get access to exclusive benefits! References: Stahlschmidt, L., Rosenkranz, F., Dobe, M., & Wager, J. (2020). Posttraumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents with chronic pain. Health Psychology, 39(5), 463-470. https://doi.org/10.1037/hea0000859 Zorzella, K. P., Muller, R. T., Cribbie, R. A., Bambrah, V. B., & Classen, C. C. (2019). Supplemental material for the role of Alexithymia in trauma therapy outcomes: Examining improvements in PTSD, dissociation, and interpersonal problems. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(1), 20-28. https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0000433.supp Çakıcı, M., Babayiğit, A., Karaaziz, M., & Cumhur, Ö. (2020). The prevalence and risk factors of Facebook addiction: Does Facebook addiction is related with depression and PTSD? Anatolian Journal of Psychiatry, 21(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.5455/apd.2020101 _________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. Additionally, we do not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this Podcast or other platforms used to promote it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In the first episode of the series, we go over PTSD etiology, risk factors, and talk about some variables and conditions PTSD is associated with. For instance, we hold a discussion addressing recent studies that investigate the Blame criterion, the presence of dissociative subtypes vs. co-morbid dissociative disorders, and the use of alcohol. Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and get access to exclusive benefits! References: Forkus, S. R., Weiss, N. H., Contractor, A. A., Breines, J. G., & Dranger, P. (2020). PTSD's blame criterion and mental health outcomes in a community mental health treatment-seeking sample. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(1), 29-37. Himmerich, S. J., Ellis, R. A., & Orcutt, H. K. (2019). Supplemental material for application of PTSD alcohol expectancy symptom clusters to the four-dimensional model of PTSD: Support from moderations of the association between symptoms of posttraumatic stress and alcohol use. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(4), 347-355. Kessler, R. C., Heeringa, S. G., Pennell, B., & Zaslavsky, A. M. (n.d.). Methods of the World Mental Health surveys. Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, 13-42. Leeies, M., Pagura, J., Sareen, J., & Bolton, J.M. (2010). The use of alcohol and drugs to self-medicate symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder. Depression and Anxiety, 27(8), 731-736. Sommer, J.L. Mota, N., Edmondson, D., & El-Gabalaway, R. (2018). Comorbidity in illness-induced posttraumatic stress disorder versus posttraumatic stress disorder due to external events in a nationally representative study. General Hospital Psychiatry, 53, 88-94. Swart, S., Wildschut, M., Draijer, N., Langeland, W., & Smit, J. H. (2020). Dissociative subtype of posttraumatic stress disorder or PTSD with comorbid dissociative disorders: Comparative evaluation of clinical profiles. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(1), 38-45. Wagner, S. L., White, N., Regehr, C., White, M., Alden, L. E., Buys, N., Carey, M. G., Corneil, W., Fyfe, T., Matthews, L. R., Randall, C., Krutop, E., & Fraess-Phillips, A. (2020). Ambulance personnel: Systematic review of mental health symptoms. Traumatology, 12(3), 251-259. Van Ameringen, M., Mancini, C., Patterson, B., & Boyle, M. H. (2008). Post‐traumatic stress disorder in Canada. CNS neuroscience & therapeutics, 14(3), 171-181. Disclaimer: Let's Psyconnect Podcast and its associated social media platforms are used for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered therapy or any form of treatment, diagnosis, and is not intended to substitute professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

We have talked about the benefits of exercise at great length. Perhaps, you, as a mental health student/professional, are asking yourself: if exercise improves one's mental health, is exercise then better than traditional therapy? Let's Psyconnect addresses this question (and more) in today's episode. References from today's episode: Bernard, P., Romain, A., Caudroit, J., Chevance, G., Carayol, M., Gourlan, M., Needham Dancause, K., & Moullec, G. (2018). Cognitive behavior therapy combined with exercise for adults with chronic diseases: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Health Psychology, 37(5), 433-450. https://doi.org/10.1037/hea0000578 Castro Coelho, E., Gonçalves da Mota, M. P., Fernandes Fonseca, S. C., Matos, A. P., & Mourão-Carvalhal, M. I. (2020). Exercise with Music: An innovative approach to increase cognition and reduce depression in institutionalized elderly. Journal of Sport Psychology, 29(1), 49-56. Karg, N., Dorscht, L., Kornhuber, J., & Luttenberger, K. (2020). Bouldering psychotherapy is more effective in the treatment of depression than physical exercise alone: Results of a multicentre randomised controlled intervention study. BMC Psychiatry, 20(1), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-020-02518-y Satyanarayana, P., & Chandran, S. (2020). Walk with mobile app to fight depression: An interventional study. International Journal of Health and Allied Sciences, 9(2), 122-126. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijhas.ijhas_53_19 Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patreon and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

In the episode Exercise and conditions, we talk about research papers that investigated the possible benefits exercise may bring to individuals diagnosed with different conditions, including Parkinson's Diseases with co-morbid depression, ADHD (children) Studies and references we covered in today's episode were: Corazza, O., Simonato, P., Demetrovics, Z., Mooney, R., Van de Ven, K., Roman-Urrestarazu, A., Rácmolnár, L., De Luca, I., Cinosi, E., Santacroce, R., Marini, M., Wellsted, D., Sullivan, K., Bersani, G., & Martinotti, G. (2019). The emergence of exercise addiction, body dysmorphic disorder, and other image-related psychopathological correlates in fitness settings: A cross-sectional study. PLOS ONE, 14(4), 1-17. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0213060 Sajatovic, M., Ridgel, A., Walter, E., Tatsuoka, C., Colon-Zimmermann, K., Ramsey, R., Welter, E., Gunzler, S., Whitney, C. M., & Walter, B. (2017). A randomized trial of individual versus group-format exercise and self-management in individuals with Parkinson's disease and comorbid depression. Patient Preference and Adherence, 11(1), 965-973. https://doi.org/10.2147/ppa.s135551 Villa-Gonzalez, R., Villalba-Heredia, L., Crespo, I., Del Valle, M., & Olmedillas, H. (2020). A systematic review of acute exercise as a coadjuvant treatment of ADHD in young people. Psicothemia, 32(1), 67-74. Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patreon and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) By engaging in our channels of communication such as social media/email/Podcast, you acknowledge that we are not licensed psychologists and do not claim and promote ourselves to be experts in any of the topics we discuss, and our work does not replace the care of psychologists/healthcare professionals. If you think you need immediate assistance, call your local emergency number or the mental health crisis hotline. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

June is Men's Health Month. Let's Psyconnect created a Special Episode: Let's Talk about Men's Mental Health and dedicates this episode to all men out there. It is important to talk about men's mental health and consider ways to help them express their feelings in constructive ways. Check out our episode and what we learned about what we as mental health professionals can do to better serve them. Want to know more or contact us? Go to www.letspsyconnect.com Follow us on Instagram Support us on Anchor or become a Patron (go to our website) Referenced articles/papers: Affleck, W., Carmichael, V., & Whitley, R. (2018). Men's mental health: Social determinants and implications for services. The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, 63(9), 581-589. https://doi.org/10.1177/0706743718762388 Beel, N., Brownlow, C., Jeffries, C., & Du Preez, J. (2019). Counseling men: Treatment recommendations from Australian men's therapists. The Journal of Men's Studies, 28(1), 101-121. https://doi.org/10.1177/1060826519861969 Kealy, D., Seidler, Z. E., Rice, S. M., Oliffe, J. L., Ogrodniczuk, J. S., & Kim, D. (2020). Challenging assumptions about what men want: Examining preferences for psychotherapy among men attending outpatient mental health clinics. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 1-7. https://doi.org/10.1037/pro0000321 Seaton, C. L., Bottorff, J. L., Oliffe, J. L., Medhurst, K., & DeLeenheer, D. (2019). Mental health promotion in male-dominated workplaces: Perspectives of male employees and workplace representatives. Psychology of Men & Masculinities, 20(4), 541-552. https://doi.org/10.1037/men0000182 Siegel, J. A., & Sawyer, K. B. (2019). “We don't talk about feelings or struggles like that”: White men's experiences of eating disorders in the workplace. Psychology of Men & Masculinities, 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1037/men0000253 Men's Health Month. (n.d). Men's Health Facts. http://www.menshealthmonth.org/ Mental Health America. (n.d.). Infographic: Mental Health For Men. https://www.mhanational.org/infographic-mental-health-men The Silent Health Crisis. (February 2020). Men's Health Network. Retrieved June 2nd, 2020, from https://www.menshealthnetwork.org/library/silenthealthcrisis.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

We are in the middle of a pandemic - COVID-19 - and it is affecting the lives of many people around the globe. Let's Psyconnect values staying connected in Psychology and believes it is necessary to talk about mental health and COVI-19. Thus, this episode seeks to be informative and hopes to get the conversation going. Referenced articles/papers: Baker, E., & Clark, L. L. (2020). Biopsychopharmacosocial approach to assess impact of social distancing and isolation on mental health in older adults. British Journal of Community Nursing, 25(5), 231-238. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2020.25.5.231 Fegert, J. M., Vitiello, B., Plener, P. L., & Clemens, V. (2020). Challenges and burden of the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic for child and adolescent mental health: A narrative review to highlight clinical and research needs in the acute phase and the long return to normality. Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health, 14(1), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13034-020-00329-3 Gao, J., Zheng, P., Jia, Y., Chen, H., Mao, Y., Chen, S., Wang, Y., Fu, H., & Dai, J. (2020). Mental health problems and social media exposure during COVID-19 outbreak. SSRN Electronic Journal, 15(4), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3541120 Grover, S., Dua, D., Sahoo, S., Mehra, A., Nehra, R., & Chakrabarti, S. (2020). Why all COVID-19 hospitals should have mental health professionals: The importance of mental health in a worldwide crisis! Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 51(1), 102-147. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102147 Ransing, R., Adiukwu, F., Pereira-Sanchez, V., Ramalho, R., Orsolini, L., Teixeira, A. L., Gonzalez-Diaz, J. M., Pinto da Costa, M., Soler-Vidal, J., Bytyçi, D. G., El Hayek, S., Larnaout, A., Shalbafan, M., Syarif, Z., Nofal, M., & Kundadak, G. K. (2020). Mental health interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic: A conceptual framework by early career psychiatrists. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 51(1), 102-110. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102085 Tze Ping, N. P., Shoesmith, W. D., James, S., Nor Hadi, N. M., Boon Yau, E. K., & Jiann Lin, L. (2020). Ultra brief psychological interventions for COVID-19 pandemic: Introduction of a locally-adapted brief intervention for mental health and psychosocial support service. Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences, 27(2), 51-56. https://doi.org/10.21315/mjms2020.27.2.6 Psyconnect with us: Instagram www.letspsyconnect.com - get a Let's Psyconnect merch (t-shirts available) Support us on Anchor and become a Patron - get access to exclusive benefits --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

This episode focuses on a specific population and how exercise may impact everyday functioning in a positive manner. College aged students share multiple responsibilities and because of this stress and anxiety prevalence are experienced at higher rates. Join us as we dive into the benefits of exercise and mental health within college aged students. Here are the articles we covered in this episode: Bernecker, K., & Kramer, J. (2020). Implicit theories about willpower are associated with exercise levels during the academic examination period. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 9(2), 216-231. https://doi.org/10.1037/spy0000182 Grasdalsmoen, M., Eriksen, H. R., Lønning, K. J., & Sivertsen, B. (2020). Physical exercise, mental health problems, and suicide attempts in university students. BMC Psychiatry, 20(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-020-02583-3 Ma, G. (2020). Physical exercise intervention on mental health and negative emotions of college students. Revista Argentina De Clinica Psicolgica, 29(1), 1039-1044. https://doi.org/10.24205/03276716.2020.146 Qu, X. (2020). Empirical analysis of the influence of physical exercise on psychological stress of college students. Revista Argentina de Clinica Psicolgica, 29(2), 1443-1451. https://doi.org/10.24205/03276716.2020.386 Ren, H., & Song, Y. E. (2020). Effects of physical exercises in varied intensities on mental health of college students. Revista Argentina De Clinica Psicolgica, 29(2), 1074-1083. https://doi.org/10.24205/03276716.2020.34 Zhang, H., & Luo, S. (2020). Empirical analysis of the influence of swimming training on mental health and positive emotions of college students. Revista Argentina de Clinica Psicologica, 29(1), 242-248. https://doi.org/10.24205/03276716.2020.32 Zhao, L., Li, G., Wu, J., & Si, Q. (2020). Empirical analysis on the positive correlation between physical exercise and the mental health of college students. Revista Argentina de Clinica Psicologica, 29(1), 1162-1168. https://doi.org/10.24205/03276716.2020.166 Follow us on Instagram www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patron and enjoy exclusive Patron-only benefits! Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (t-shirts available) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support

Have you ever wondered if exercise could boost your memory? Join us as we begin our brand new series looking at the positive effects exercise may have on our mental health and overall functioning! Today's episode looks specifically into current research regarding exercise and its benefits on visuospatial functioning and biochemistry processes. Here are the articles we covered in this episode: Hou, K. (2020). Relationship between neurotransmitter changes and physical exercise of college students. Revista Argentina De Clinica Psicolgica, 29(2), 428-433. Zou, L., Yu, Q., Liu, S., & Loprinzi, P. D. (2020). Exercise on visuo-spatial memory: Direct effects and underlying mechanisms. American Journal of Health Behavior, 44(2), 169-179. Stay psyconnected with us on: Instagram Visit our website: www.letspsyconnect.com Support us on Anchor or become a Patreon and enjoy exclusive benefits (e.g. get invited to Patron-only events) Get Let's Psyconnect Merch (T-shirts available) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/letspsyconnect/support