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Welcome to our Podcast, Mind Games. On the 5th of Every Month we will be discussing mental health topics that matter most to our culture. Brought to you by two psychiatry residents, nothing is off limits. Join the discussion and submit your questions, concerns, and comments to our Instagram page via…

Drs. Smith and Erby

  • Oct 8, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • monthly NEW EPISODES
  • 43m AVG DURATION
  • 21 EPISODES
  • 3 SEASONS


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Latest episodes from Mind Games-The Podcast

Episode 305: Is therapy right for me?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 37:53


In this episode, we dive into the benefits of therapy. Do you have a therapist? If not, this is the episode for you. Don't miss this one!!

Episode 302: Body Dysmorphic Disorder- "Mirror, Mirror on the Wall"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 47:34


In this episode, we discuss BDD with plastic surgery resident, Dr. Scott. She offers insight into body positivity, screening for psychological conditions and her passion for plastic surgery. This episode dives into criteria, diagnosis and treatment. Do you suffer from BDD symptoms? Let us know.

Episode 301: Say Their Name

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 60:17


In this episode, we dive into systemic racism, recent events of police brutality, and how all of this affects everyone's mental health. This episode is for everyone and hopefully can provide some answers to this growing issue. Let's grow together!

Season 2 Finale-The Pause

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 44:33


In this episode, we discuss positive and healthy ways to cope with COVID-19. We also dive into how life has changed and the importance of gratitude. Check it out.

Season 2: Episode 7: Racism and Anxiety

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 78:27


Does racism cause anxiety? Listen as a special guest tell his journey with anxiety and the podcasters break down what has fueled their anxiety through the years.

Season 2: Episode 6.1 " Worry Wart"-Anxiety in Kids Part 3 of 4

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 44:23


In this episode, pediatrician in training, Dr. Carlos discuss how anxiety presents in children. The doctors also discuss how Corona Virus is shaking things up in their own plans. Dont want to miss this episode.

Season 2:Episode 5-"Worry Wart" Treatment Part 2 of 4

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 48:01


During this episode, we dive into treatment for anxiety; remembering, anxiety isn't a one shoe fits all diagnosis. By delving into various treatment options, we also shine light on why anxiety exists in the first place. The Drs. also share their own personal accounts with anxiety. You don't want to miss this episode. Comment, subscribe and let us know how you fight anxiety.

Season2:Episode 4- "Worry Wart" Anxiety Disorder Part 1 of 4

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2019 49:30


During this episode, we tackle Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Part 1 of 4 of the Series Worry Wart deals with how to diagnosis anxiety, jaw-dropping statistics and Summer Walker, the music artist. Check it OUT!!

Season 2-Episode 3: Suicide Awareness- 1-800-273-TALK

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 54:40


In this episode, we discuss suicide. What are the warning signs? Who is most likely to be affected by suicide? We discuss the recent data that African American teens, specifically ages 13-19 suicide rates have doubled in the last several years. We wrap this episode up with discussions about '13 Reasons Why' and how it has affected adolescents and provide you with the resources needed to be well informed in order to help family/friends that may be suffering. Take a listen and join the discussion.

Season 2: Episode 2- " I Hate You, Don't Leave Me"-Borderline Personality Disorder

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2019 39:03


In this episode we discuss Borderline Personality Disorder. Have you heard about it? Do you suffer from Borderline Personality? Listen to this episode and let's learn together.

Season 2: Episode 1: Religion and Mental Illness " Pray it Away"

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 34:20


Welcome to Season 2! In this episode we discuss how religion affects many individuals in regard to seeking medical help. Specifically looking at African Americans and how religion has shaped the culture, we discuss hurdles, triumphs and solutions. Join us in the discussion.

Season 1: Episode 9: Season Finale-Gratitude: Building Therapeutic Alliances

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2019 40:15


In Episode 9, we discuss what starting the podcast has meant thus far. We also tell stories that people have shared with us personally through social media, phone calls and personal interactions. This season finale is all about YOU!! Thanks for Listening. Join us for the launch of Season 2 on August 5, 2019.

Season 1: Episode 8: PTSD-Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 42:48


In Episode 8, we discuss how PTSD is diagnosed. Treatment is also discussed along with clinical experiences. The podcasters also discuss PTSD in the urban community and solutions to addressing this silent epidemic. You do not want to miss this episode. Thanks for tuning in.

Season 1: Episode 7: Pathological Grief: RIP Nipsey Hussle

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2019 49:05


Episode 7 details the differences between healthy grief and pathological grief. It discusses the recent killing of Hip Hop artist, Nispey Hussle and what that means to the community. It dives into Toxic Masculinity, PTSD in the urban community and the infamous Dr. Sebi. Check it out. 

Season 1: Episode 6: " Schizophrenia: A Beautiful Mind"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 46:42


In Episode 6, we talk about Schizophrenia. We dive into who is most likely to get the illness, if people can function with schizophrenia, and personal stories of family members who suffer from the illness. We also talk about cultural competency and the importance of understanding a patient's background before diagnosis. If you've missed Episode 1-5, you don't want to miss this one. Join the Mind Games Family, tell us what you think.

Season 1: Episode 5: Seasonal Affective Disorder "Winter Blues"

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2019 41:37


In Episode 5, we discuss MDD with seasonal patterns: the criteria, pathophysiology, and treatment. We also answer an interesting listener's question. Check it out!!

Season 1: Episode 4: Part 2 Bipolar Disorder " I Hate Being Bipolar, It's Awesome"

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2019 42:40


In part 2 of the Bipolar discussion, we talk about the illness portrayed in the media, weaponizing mental health, and answer questions from anonymous listeners. You don't want to miss this one! Tune In. Tell us your thoughts on the Part 2.

Season 1: Episode 3: Part 1: Bipolar Disorder " I Hate Being Bipolar, it's Awesome"

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 37:41


In this episode, we tell you the real meaning of what it is to be Bipolar. They dive into diagnostic criteria, reenact examples of symptoms, and discuss psychiatric pet peeves. You can't miss this one. Enjoy!

Season1: Episode 2: Major Depressive Disorder " Am I Depressed?"

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2018 33:16


In this episode we talk about the difference between depression and sadness. We discuss if you can tell if someone is suicidal and touch on the topic of suicide contagion while also giving our personal stories and experiences with depression. Press Play, you don't want to miss this one.

Season 1: Episode 1: " Why Psychiatry?"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2018 30:25


In this Episode, we catch up on life, but also personally dive into the reason why we choose Psychiatry. To give the rest of the episodes perspective, we felt it important to disclose our reasons behind pursing psychiatry. Next Episode Nov. 5 " Am I sad or really depressed." Stay Tune, Thanks for listening.

Mind Gains: Introduction

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2018 3:45


Welcome to our Podcast, Mind Gains. Check us out the 5th of every month discussing mental health topics that matter most to our culture. Join the discussion, email or direct message us using our instagram page and email. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy.

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