Mental Health and Psychiatry (Audio)

Fadel Zeidan, Ph.D., discusses the science of mindfulness and how meditation can change the brain. He explains what happens in the brain during stress, how mindfulness helps us become more self-aware, and why it's important to pay attention on purpose. Zeidan shares easy ways to bring mindfulness into daily life, even in small moments. The video includes guided meditations led by Zeidan. Viewers can follow along as he teaches simple breathing techniques and short practices designed to build focus and calm the nervous system. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this program offers useful tools backed by science. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40267]

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, community mental health counselor Brian Tallant provides a compelling rationale for why youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities would benefit from trauma focused therapy. He discusses in detail methods for adapting cognitive behavioral therapy that is both compassionate and practical. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39746]

This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand models of care that provide integrative, holistic mental health care through a lens of health equity and apply the principles of holistic mental health and wellness in participants' lives or community efforts. In this program, Dr. Mitch Elkiss discusses the benefits of acupuncture in promoting mental health. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38990]

This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand models of care that provide integrative, holistic mental health care through a lens of health equity and apply the principles of holistic mental health and wellness in participants' lives or community efforts. In this program, Dr. Josh Woolley discusses the latest research on psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in 'magic mushrooms,' and its use as a therapeutic treatment for mental illness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38988]

Join Dr. Anisha Durve for an enlightening exploration of two ancient healing systems—Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Philosophy. Drawing from years of experience and research, Dr. Durve delves into the foundational principles of these time-honored practices, comparing their unique approaches to mind-body wellness. Gain valuable insights into Qi and Prana, the meridians and chakras, and the role of herbs and diet in both philosophies, as you uncover the synergies and distinctions between these parallel streams of wisdom. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38987]

This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand models of care that provide integrative, holistic mental health care through a lens of health equity and apply the principles of holistic mental health and wellness in participants' lives or community efforts. In this program, Dr. Daphne Miller discusses the links the food we eat, how it is grown and wellness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38986]

Explore aging's impact on well-being with Barton Palmer, Ph.D. Learn how resilience, optimism, and social connections shape happiness in later life. Discover practical interventions like mindfulness and value-driven actions. Understand the role of positive psychology and spirituality. Delve into adapting interventions for cognitive changes. Gain valuable insights into navigating challenges and fostering well-being as we age. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38972]

This series offers integrative theories and models of mental health care that are housed in wellness, resilience, community, and equity. You will learn to identify and connect how mental health and wellness start with structural (economic/political/systemic) and community level interventions as well as individual supports. And you will understand models of care that provide integrative, holistic mental health care through a lens of health equity and apply the principles of holistic mental health and wellness in participants' lives or community efforts. This program discusses an integrative approach to working with teens who are dealing with anxiety, depression and chronic pain. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38985]

The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of how we interact and function in society. Our brains and behaviors experienced unprecedented upheavals, forcing us to adapt to new ways of living. In recent years, science has made bold advances in understanding how the brain and its wiring manage new situations and stress. Leading experts in cognitive science, neurobiology and psychology present perspectives on the brain and the fascinating ways it adapts to change and stress. Hear about what happens inside the brain during times of stress; how to self-regulate your brain and bodily states; as well as ideas on mindfulness, radical honesty and how to build emotional resilience. Series: "A Deep Look into the Future of Biology" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 38938]

Engaging in everyday physical activity can influence brain and cognitive health. Zvinka Z. Zlatar, Ph.D., shares how physical activity can potentially reduce risk for Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive issues. She reviews the current excercise recommendations for older adults and how digital devices can help us reach our goals. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38693]

Since the mid 1970s, California policy makers have attempted to address the ever-growing problem of homelessness and incarceration of people with serious mental illness. Despite these efforts, the numbers of people who are homeless and incarcerated with mental illness have reached unprecedented highs. In this program, Dr. Joel Braslow, professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and History at UCLA, lays out why this historically informed perspective is crucial to understanding why we have failed to solve the fundamental problems of caring for our most vulnerable citizens. This program is a presentation of UC Center Sacramentro. [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38662]

Tage S. Rai is a psychologist who studies ethics, culture, and violence. Drawing on both qualitative and experimental methods, he examines the social-relational nature of morality, its origins, and its consequences. In recent work, he has found that when perpetrators are motivated by moral sentiments, they may humanize rather than dehumanize their victims, experience greater rather than lesser self-control when harming them, and respond irrationally to material costs and benefits. Moving forward, he is especially interested in developing psychological approaches to the study of organizational and institutional violence. Series: "Exploring Ethics" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 38800]

Join UC San Diego's School of Biological Sciences for the next event in our Deep Look public speaker series. As we move into the holidays and the winter season, society continues to grapple with challenges to our mental health and wellbeing, from the lingering uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, to an ongoing war, the climate crisis and the struggles of daily living. Long-ignored issues related to mental health have now come to the forefront of our collective consciousness and become less stigmatized. Join us as we explore the mental health crisis on college campuses, views from underserved communities and international perspectives on mental health. Series: "A Deep Look into the Future of Biology" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 37832]

In this program, Yvette Flores, professor of psychology at UC Davis, discusses how to cope during a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic, especially social stress and the impact of it on disadvantaged and marginalized groups. Series: "Critically Human" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 37074]

Mindful self-compassion has been widely researched in recent years and found effective in a wide variety of mental health and wellbeing variables. Dr. Christiane Wolf with InsightLA offers a short 3-step self-compassion practice to help you recover more quickly from stress. Simply treat yourself the way you would treat a dear friend! Series: "Resilience and Emotional Well-being" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37748]

The COVID-19 pandemic has put all of us in crisis mode. So how can you manage feelings of anxiety and stress? Esme Shaller, Ph.D., associate professor of psychiatry at UC San Francisco, teaches four simple crisis survival skills called TIPP: temperature, intense exercise, paced breathing, and progressive muscle relaxation. Series: "Resilience and Emotional Well-being" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37745]

It can be difficult to resist eating food when it is all around us. As the pandemic forced many people to work from home, having easy access to your kitchen can increase the temptation to eat more. Ashley Mason, Ph.D., UC San Francisco psychiatry professor who specializes in mindful eating, offers helpful tips on how to structure your environment to maximize positive choices and how to plan for temptations. Series: "Resilience and Emotional Well-being" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37750]

Regular practice of mindfulness meditations has been widely researched and has been shown to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression and stress and increase quality of life and overall well-being. Wallk through a simple breathing exercise with Dr. Christiane Wolf, Mindfulness and Insight Meditation Teacher at InsightLA. Series: "Resilience and Emotional Well-being" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37746]

Breathing techniques can help us relax and reduce stress and anxiety. Simply slowing our breathing rate can reduce arousal in our autonomic nervous system. Elissa Epel, Ph.D., psychiatry professor at UC San Francisco, demonstrates a simple three-part breathing technique that can help with stress and sleep. Try this four times in a row each day. It can be done upon waking, during a break, or before bed (or during insomnia!). Series: "Resilience and Emotional Well-being" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37747]

Most research studies don't consider how different races perceive the stressfulness of stress exposure. This has led to a paradox among mental and physical health outcomes that show whites report more instances of stress and depression, yet people of color have higher rates of stress-related illnesses such as hypertension. Indeed, racial/ethnic minorities have more disabilities, a greater number of chronic conditions, and age faster than other populations. Lauren Brown, PhD, discusses the unique stress experience of older black adults and explores how race-based discrimination, lower incomes, and poor education impact long term aging. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37605]

Lauren Brown, PhD, discusses the unique stress experience of black older adults. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37605]

What options are there for people with treatment resistant depression? Zafiris "Jeff" Daskalakis, MD, PhD, explains magnetic seizure therapy (MST) including its cognitive outcomes and efficacy rates. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37608]

John Torous, MD, MBI takes a deep dive into mental health apps and how to evaluate their effectiveness and utility. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37599]

13.1 million people in the US have a serious mental illness (SMI) such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. Eric Granholm, PhD, explains potential technological interventions for SMI. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37607]

Dhakshin Ramanathan, MD, PhD, explains the basics of neuroscience and how brain stimulation works. He takes a deep dive into Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) noting how it works, why it works, and its efficacy as a treatment. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37609]

Dhakshin Ramanathan, MD, PhD, explains the basics of neuroscience and how brain stimulation works. He takes a deep dive into Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) noting how it works, why it works, and its efficacy as a treatment. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37609]

Ellen Lee, MD, discusses what happens when you sleep, common sleep disorders including insomnia, as well as effective treatments for sleep issues. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37602]

Learn about UC San Diego's comprehensive mental health and wellness ecosystem, which is designed to empower every student to flourish. Experts highlight new and innovative strategies to meet the unique needs of college students, including precision mental health care. Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 37626]

What is the link between inflammation, depression and nutrition? Mark Rapaport, MD, shares recent research on N-3 fatty acids and how they impact conditions such as depression. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37600]

What is magnetic brain stimulation and how can it be used to improve our health? Dhakshin Ramanathan, MD, PhD, and Zafiris "Jeff" Daskalakis, MD, PhD, join Jyoti Mishra, PhD, to discuss how and why to use therapies such as TMS and MTS to treat depression. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37597]

Research shows that knowing more about pain and how it works leads to lower pain intensity, moving and exercising more, and improved quality of life. Pain management specialists Valerie Jackson and Iulia Ivan explore pain as a mind-body experience and explain what skills to use to decrease pain intensity and optimize functioning. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37513]

How can new technologies be used to help anxiety and depression? Tarek Rajji, MD, shares recent findings from trials combining brain stimulation with cognitive remediation. John Torous, MD, MBI, takes a deep dive into mental health apps and how to evaluate their effectiveness and utility. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37592]

Can wisdom be a safeguard for physical and mental heath during difficult times? What kind of resilience has wisdom provided during the COVID-19 pandemic? Dilip V. Jeste, MD, a geriatric neuropsychiatrist who specializes in successful aging, explains the biological and cognitive roots of wisdom as well as how it can be enhanced and harnessed to combat the negative impacts of loneliness. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37591]

Joel Dimsdale discusses his latest book “Dark Persuasion: A History of Brainwashing from Pavlov to Social Media,” which traces the evolution of brainwashing from its beginnings in torture and religious conversion into the age of neuroscience and social media. Dimsdale is distinguished professor emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry at UC San Diego. Series: "Writers" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 37324]

Beginning in the 1950s, the United States embarked on an elaborate program to study how LSD might be used to alter the behavior of an enemy. This collaboration between academia and government conducted astonishing studies with little regard for the ethics of experimentation. Joel E. Dimsdale, MD, describes how this research program evolved and shares stark examples of its impact on science and society. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 37465]

This session discusses how psychedelic-assisted therapy can relieve suffering in depression and PTSD based on new clinical trials, how they may work with insights from brain imaging studies, how they can be culturally adapted and help reduce racial trauma, and includes further exploration of psychedelics and mental health. Panelists: Robin Carhart Harris, PhD, Professor and researcher, UCSF and Imperial College London; Charles L. Raison, MD, Professor and the Mary Sue and Mike Shannon Distinguished Chair for Healthy Minds, Children & Families, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Sara Reed, MS, LMFT, CEO and founder, Mind's iHealth Solutions. Moderated by Elissa Epel, PhD, Vice Chair for Adult Psychology, UCSF. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37480]

Parenting and educating young people as they transition back to in-person learning and jobs this year is both joyful and challenging. A panel of experts discusses approaches that parents, caregivers, and educators can take to support youth, including strategies to promote resilience, resourcefulness, and creating environments that facilitate a sense of belonging and agency—especially for youth of color. Panelists: Joyce Dorado, PhD, Health Sciences Clinical Professor, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and director, UCSF Health Environments and Response to Trauma in Schools (HEARTS); Julie Lythcott-Haims, JD, MFA, New York Times best-selling author; Suniya Luthar, PhD, Professor Emerita, Columbia University; co-founder, Authentic Connections. Moderator: Dan Siegel, MD, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, UCLA School of Medicine; founder, Mindsight Institute. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37478]

The climate crisis is impacting health, and health care professionals have a pivotal role as advocates for change. The climate crisis must be mitigated by vast reductions in carbon use. Physicians share how they have promoted advocacy, as well as effective ways of messaging, and how leaders serve as trusted sources of information for policymakers and local institutions, and change agents. Panelists: Mark Coleman, MS, author and nature meditation teacher; host, Nature Summit; Robin Cooper, MD, Volunteer Associate Clinical Professor, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; co-founder, Climate Psychiatry Alliance; Edward Maibach, PhD, Mason Distinguished University Professor, George Mason University; Ashley McClure, MD, co-founder, Climate Health Now; Kimberly Williams, PhD, PHR, Executive Director, The National Medical Association; Program Manager, Georgia Clinicians for Climate Action. Moderated by Elissa Epel, PhD, Vice Chair for Adult Psychology, UCSF. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 37479]

Dr. Walter E. B. Sipe, UCSF Psychiatry and Pediatrics, discusses some common misunderstandings of mindfulness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37504]

A panel of leaders in mental health and science discuss combatting pandemic fatigue, share short meditations, and revisit their previous discussion on personal and communal lessons and hopes for rejuvenating our lives, science and healthcare, self-care, and our earth. Panelists: Elizabeth Blackburn, PhD, Professor Emeritus, UCSF Dept. of Biochemistry and Biophysics; Eve Ekman, PhD, teaching faculty, UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine; Trudy Goodman, PhD, founder, InsightLA; Jack Kornfield, PhD, founder, Spirit Rock Meditation Center; Dan Siegel, MD, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, UCLA School of Medicine; founder, Mindsight Institute. Moderated by Elissa Epel, PhD, Vice Chair for Adult Psychology, UCSF. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37476]

The race equity movement has left us with greater awareness of the urgent need for changes in the way we interact and run our businesses and institutions. This discussion features a frank discussion on what one psychiatry department has done to address interpersonal and systemic racism, as well as insight from an expert on a compassion-based approach for insightfully seeing and discussing race, and being actively antiracist. Panelists: Rhonda Magee, JD, Professor of Law, University of San Francisco; Michelle Porche, EdD, Associate Adjunct Professor, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; Matthew State, MD, PhD, Oberndorf Family Distinguished Professor and Chair, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Moderated by Elissa Epel, PhD, Vice Chair for Adult Psychology, UCSF. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37477]

This discussion focuses on the mental health challenges and lessons learned at UCSF during the pandemic, with a focus on building institutional resources to prepare for future challenges. Panelists: Maga Jackson-Triche, MD, MSHS, Health Sciences Clinical Professor, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; Christine Mangurian, MD, MAS, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Vice Chair for Diversity and Health Equity, UCSF Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; Robert Rodriguez, MD, Professor, UCSF Dept. of Emergency Medicine. Moderated by Elissa Epel, Ph.D., Vice Chair for Adult Psychology, UCSF. Series: "Emotional Well-Being in Times of Crisis" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37474]