Life in the Time of Corona

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Life in the Time of Corona explores the questions we are all asking about living our lives when everything is changing around us so quickly. Mixing expert advice with personal stories, Dr. Saul Rosenthal brings together a diverse range of authorities, learning how we can best make our way through these difficult times. Learn more at https://saulrosenthalphd.com.

Saul Rosenthal, PhD


    • Jan 5, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    LTC18 - The New Year in the age of COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 25:20


    The year 2020 certainly generated a lot of memes -- mostly negative. As the new year starts (for those who follow the Gregorian calendar), it seems like we are holding our collective breaths to find out what happens next. In this episode, I review what I learned from working on this show and talking with so many experts. Even in the face of uncertainty and severe disruption, we can work towards hope. Share your stories and feedback, listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Follow me on https://twitter.com/drsaulrosenthal (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/drsaulrosenthal/ (Instagram). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC17 - Religion and the pandemic with Reverend Stacy Swain

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 34:57


    During this time of the year, people celebrate numerous holidays, both religious and secular. Pandemics are a feature of many religious stories, and people often turn to religion to help them through such difficult times. In this last episode for 2020, I talk with Reverend Stacy Swain about the role religion can play in our understanding and our response to the COVID pandemic. Guest: https://www.ucw.org/about-us/staff/ (Reverend Stacy Swain) Share your stories and feedback, listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Follow me on https://twitter.com/drsaulrosenthal (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/drsaulrosenthal/ (Instagram). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC16 - COVID and the brain with Jay Gunkelman

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 46:55


    Many people who overcome COVID continue to have symptoms, months after the coronavirus is cleared from their bodies. These "long haulers" might struggle with breathing issues, brain fog, fatigue, or many other life-altering problems. Join Jay Gunkelman, a world-renowned expert on understanding the brain from the record of its electrical activity -- the EEG. He describes how the virus can enter the brain and play havoc. Jay can get pretty technical, but he also explains brain functioning better than just about anybody else I've learned from. Guest: https://www.eegmd.com/about-us/ (Jay Gunkelman) If you want to know more about neurofeedback, which is shown in clinical cases to improve long hauler cognitive symptoms, go to https://www.aapb.org/ (AAPB) or https://www.isnr.org/ (ISNR). You can find Board Certified neurofeedback providers at https://www.bcia.org/ (BCIA) or https://qeegcertificationboard.org (IQCB). Share your stories and feedback, listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Follow me on https://twitter.com/drsaulrosenthal (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/drsaulrosenthal/ (Instagram). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC15 - Tech stress and the pandemic with Dr. Erik Peper

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 53:15


    With remote work, remote school, and remote interactions of all sorts, we are using our digital devices more than ever. Sitting motionless, staring into a screen for hours each day takes its toll. Dr. Erik Peper has been studying the impact of technology on health for many years. We discuss the role of the pandemic in worsening tech stress, and what we can do about it. Guest: https://biofeedbackhealth.org (Erik Peper, PhD) Read Dr. Peper's https://peperperspective.com (blog), follow some https://news.sfsu.edu/news-story/professors-share-tips-healthy-tech-usage-during-pandemic (tips) for reducing tech stress, and check out the https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/232119/tech-stress-by-erik-peper-phd/ (book) he recently co-authored. Dr. Peper refers to apps to remind us to take breaks from the computer. He mentions https://stretchbreak.com/ (Stretchbreak), and there are many others available. Share your stories and feedback, listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Follow me on https://twitter.com/drsaulrosenthal (Twitter) and https://www.instagram.com/drsaulrosenthal/ (Instagram). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC14 - Disordered eating during the pandemic with Dr. Allyson Cherkasky

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 28:16


    The impact of the COVID pandemic on eating is more than how many loaves of sourdough or banana bread we're making. There are also higher risks for people with eating disorders. Listen as Dr. Allyson Cherkasky, an expert in eating and weight issues, discusses the unique challenges currently facing individuals who struggle with disordered eating. Guest: https://www.williamjames.edu/about/profiles/faculty/allyson-cherkasky.cfm (Allyson Cherkasky, PhD) For concerns about eating, contact the https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org (National Eating Disorders Association) or call their hotline at (800) 931-2237. Find out about https://www.cbte.co (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders). Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC13 - Screen time during the pandemic with Dr. Michael Rich

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 42:48


    If you thought we were overusing our screens before the coronavirus, you hadn't seen anything! Digital media use is way up, as we now rely on our devices for work, school, shopping, and staying in touch with each other. Dr. Michael Rich, also known as The Mediatrician, guides us towards the best ways to help our children use digital media in safe and healthy ways. Guest: https://cmch.tv/about-us/our-team/michael-rich/ (Michael Rich, MD) Dr. Michael Rich is the founder and director of the https://cmch.tv (Center on Media and Child Health), at Boston Children's Hospital. The Center is a great resource for anyone interested in raising digitally healthy youth. The https://cmch.tv/familydigitalwellness/ (Family Digital Wellness Guide) that Dr. Rich describes in the episode is a research-based parenting resource looking at the healthiest approaches to using digital media throughout childhood and adolescence. Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC12 - Pivoting your career in a pandemic with Diane Wilson, LCPC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 22:04


    The world of work is suddenly different, thanks to COVID-19. Diane Grimard Wilson, licensed clinical professional counselor, career counselor, and executive coach steers us through the unknowns of employment's new uncertainties. Guest: https://www.grimardwilson.com (Diane Wilson, LCPC) Read what Diane writes about https://www.grimardwilson.com/the-good-brain-blog/when-your-work-falls-apart-neuroscience-and-the-art-of-pivot (pivoting) in a world with the coronavirus. Diane talks about https://dearborndenim.us (Dearborn Denim) as an example of a company that pivoted during the pandemic, and does well. Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC11 - Transitioning to Higher Ed and Work During a Pandemic with Becki Lauzon, CRC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 30:19


    Preparing to go to college or to start your first job is a challenge in the best of circumstances. Becki Lauzon, a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, provides guidance. Guest: https://nesca-newton.com/lauzon/ (Becki Lauzon, CRC) Read what Becki has to say about chttps://nesca-newton.com/helpful-tips-for-selecting-a-transition-program/ (hoosing a transition program), and watch her on https://www.facebook.com/search/videos/?q=nesca%20(neuropsychology%20%26%20education%20services%20for%20children%20%26%20adolescents) (Facebook Live). If you live in Massachusetts (or want a good model, here's some ihttps://fcsn.org/linkcenter/transition-resources/brochures/ (nformation about transitioning) and available thttps://fcsn.org/transition_guide/english.pdf (ransition services in Massachusetts). Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC10 - COVID and Autism with Dr. Sophie Bellenis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 26:55


    Life is hard enough with the uncertainty and restrictions brought on by the pandemic. It's harder for people with autism or executive function issues. Dr. Sophie Bellenis talks about ways to stay on track even when the normal schedules and expectations are up in the air. Guest: https://nesca-newton.com/bellenis/ (Dr. Sophie Bellenis) Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC9 - Managing Chronic Pain During the Pandemic with Dr. Kelly Wawrzyniak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 24:10


    Dealing with chronic pain is difficult at the best of times. The coronavirus pandemic has made it even harder, with travel restrictions, health care providers canceling appointments, and all the increased stress we are all feeling. Dr. Kelly Wawrzyniak brings her expertise to a discussion about the best ways to take care of yourself, even while sheltering in place. Guest: http://kellywpsychology.com/index.html (Kelly Wawrzyniak, PsyD) Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC8 - Summer Camp During the Pandemic with Meghan Gardner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 32:48


    Summer is coming! What is happening with summer camp? It's moving online. Join Meghan Gardner, founder and CEO of Guardian Adventures, as she discusses adapting camp to the restrictions brought on by COVID-19. Guest: https://guardup.com/team/ (Meghan Gardner) More about https://guardup.com/ (Guardian Adventures). See what it's like on their https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVm8jtGoN6358RP5TbxCRCw (Youtube Channel). And yes, Guardian Adventures really is in a https://guardup.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/castle-for-webpage.jpg.webp (castle). Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC7 - Climate Change and the Coronavirus with Dr. Heather Goldstone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 34:59


    What does a global pandemic have in common with the planet's changing climate and our response? Find out from Heather Goldstone, Chief of Communications at Woods Hole Research Center. Guest: http://whrc.org/staff/heather-goldstone/ (Heather Goldstone, PhD) More on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_AKBJOQ4Fo&t=2080s (climate change and COVID-19) Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC6 - School-Aged Children with Tim Schuettge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 20:46


    Discuss the particular needs of pre-teens who are sheltering in place with Tim Schuettge, LICSW. How can we supplement the role school normally plays in their lives and development? Please subscribe and comment. Listen to https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/life-in-the-time-of-corona-podcast/ (previous episodes), find https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/blog/ (transcripts), and https://www.saulrosenthalphd.com/ (learn more). Music: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Wildlight (Wildlight)

    LTC5 - Parenting Young Children With Stephanie Marcucci

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 29:35


    Stephanie Marcucci, parent and Head of https://www.jwpschools.org/ (Walnut Park Montessori School), discusses taking care of our young children. You don't have to be a perfect parent to keep them safe, healthy, and happy.

    LTC4 - Romantic Relationships While Sheltering in Place with Dr. David Helfand and Anna Helfand

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 30:56


    Don't forget about your romantic partner! Married therapists https://www.lifewisema.com/ (Dr. David Helfand) and Anna Helfand talk about balancing the needs of relationships with the needs of work, school, family, and staying safe.

    LTC3 - Parenting Children Who Have Chronic Illness with Dr. Katie Fleischman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 35:52


    http://www.childrenshospital.org/directory/staff/f/katie-fleischman (Dr. Katie Fleischman) from Boston Children's Hospital discusses the unique needs of parenting children with chronic health conditions, when everybody's sheltering in place. She talks about specific strategies that help parents maintain treatment and their sanity.

    LTC2 - Parenting when Sheltering in Place with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 37:47


    Join https://drroseann.com (Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge), an expert in integrative pediatric health. She discusses parenting when the kids aren't in school and we're all stuck at home together. Great advice for keeping our sanity while helping our kids stay on track.

    LTC 1 – Managing Stress with Dr. Inna Khazan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 33:51


    https://innakhazan.com (Dr. Inna Khazan) joins us to discus managing stress while dealing with the impact of the coronavirus. Dr. Khazan is an internationally known expert on biofeedback and mindfulness. In addition to a private practice, she is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, consults with organizations around the world, and is the author of numerous articles and two fantastic books. She recently wrote a piece for https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/biofeedback-and-mindfulness-in-everyday-life/202003/5-steps-living-uncertainty-during (Psychology Today) about dealing with the uncertainty that's become our new normal. Let me know what you think of her advice!

    Introduction to Life in the Time of Corona

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 1:09


    "Social Distancing," "Sheltering in Place," "An Abundance of Caution" — these terms are suddenly part of our everyday vocabulary. The coronavirus pandemic turned our lives upside down overnight. Everybody's stressed out and many of us are feeling overwhelmed. If you want to keep your sanity during these strange new times, listen to Life in the Time of Corona. Join https://saulrosenthalphd.com (Dr. Saul Rosenthal), a health psychologist with twenty years of experiencing helping people cope with difficult medical situations. He'll interview experts in stress management, parenting, education, and taking care of ourselves. It's your 30 minute balm for these difficult times. Join us on Tuesday, April 14th for the premiere episode, featuring https://innakhazan.com (Dr. Inna Khazan), an international expert on stress management and mindfulness. Life in the Time of Corona - Because staying healthy is about so much more than a virus. 

    Totalitarian bliss - How Singapore has kept the coronavirus under control for now

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 39:23


    In this episode, we speak to Eugene, a technologist in Singapore about his views on the government's totalitarian control over all things including the coronavirus. We discuss how this service economy continues to bounce along as the world freezes over. Yet even here small tremors are wavering the society as migrant workers from neighbouring Malaysia start to disappear and as technology quietly creeps into private lives as surveillance of the potential infected population intensifies.

    What happens when the music stops? - Applying for Universal credit in the UK

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 32:49


    In this episode, we speak to Karima, a London based sound engineer who usually tours the world for concerts. She discusses how the virus has impacted the global music industry, what it's like applying for income support through the Universal credit system and the importance of volunteering and community support through a time of uncertainty.

    What's in a Name? Talking about the "Chinese Virus" in China

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 38:01


    In this episode we speak to Timothy Lobban, a journalist and educator living in Beijing, China. He explains how the government and Chinese businesses have used the power of WeChat and technology to enforce social distancing. We also discuss his views on the the terminology of "Chinese Virus" and whether we can trust China's official reporting of coronavirus case figures.

    An graduate student's job search in lockdown Italy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 44:28


    Please visit coronatime.life for more information about the show.Twitter: @coronatimelifeShow Host: Lindy Wang

    Trailer: Life in the time of Corona

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 0:30


    Life in the time of Corona is a Podcast about the stories of ordinary people around the world whose lives have been upended by the coronavirus outbreak.

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