The Medical Mind

This episode is led by Ken Duckworth, MD, chief medical officer, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). He leads a deep discussion with individuals who reflect on their years of lived experience with serious mental illness (SMI) and the critical role family members played in their journeys. This is valuable, personal perspective that is useful for clinicians, individuals who receive care, and family members alike. Topics include stigma, family communication, the bonds of siblings and close family members, strategies to support healthy family involvement, and much more.

This episode is led by Ken Duckworth, MD, chief medical officer, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). He leads a deep and personal discussion with individuals who have years of lived experience with serious mental illness (SMI). They offer valuable perspective that is useful for clinicians, individuals who receive care, and family members alike. Topics include cultural influences, the impact of diagnoses, the role and impact of peer support, therapeutic alliance, engagement in care, recovery supports, family involvement, and much more.

Release date: 02.01.2023 Transcript here This special episode of The Medical Mind is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. This episode is hosted by John Moe, an author and podcaster who interviews people and writes about mental health, and Dr. Ken Duckworth, a psychiatrist and the Chief Medical Officer of NAMI. They are joined by Dr. Sarah Kopelovich, a clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based treatments for schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. The hosts and Dr. Kopelovich discuss the science behind Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based talking therapy that concentrates on how an individual's thoughts, behaviors, and emotions are connected. The hosts also interview an individual who has benefited greatly from CBT about his recovery journey. In this episode: Introduction (0:06) John Moe's interview with Johnson (12:27) Ken Duckworth's interview with Sarah Kopelovich (35:31) Outro (1:06:42) Show Notes and Resources:Overcoming Distressing Voices: A Self-Help Guide Using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (Robinson) 2018 Overcoming Paranoid and Suspicious Thoughts: A Self-Help Guide Using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (Robinson) 2021 Cognitive Therapy of Schizophrenia (Guides to Individualized Evidence-Based Treatment) (The Guilford Press) 2008 Back to Life, Back to Normality: Volume 2: CBT Informed Recovery for Families with Relatives with Schizophrenia and Other Psychoses (Cambridge University Press) 2019 You Are Not Alone (Zando) 2022 The Hilarious World of Depression (St. Martin's Press) 2020 Learn more about Sarah Kopelovich, PhD Transcript available here. Check out the other podcasts from the American Psychiatric Association: Psychiatry Unbound Finding Our Voice American Journal of Psychiatry Audio Psychiatric Services Psychiatric News Brief

Release date: 02.01.2023 Transcript here This special episode of The Medical Mind is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. This episode is hosted by John Moe, an author and podcaster who interviews people and writes about mental health, and Dr. Ken Duckworth, a psychiatrist and the Chief Medical Officer of NAMI. They are joined by Dr. Blaise Aguirre, a psychiatrist who specializes and trains practitioners in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). DBT is a type of talk therapy especially effective for people who have difficulty managing and regulating their emotions. The hosts also interview an individual who has benefited greatly from DBT about her recovery journey. In this episode: Introduction (0:06) Ken Duckworth's interview with Blaise Aguirre (7:56) John Moe's interview with Cathleen Payne (29:45) Outro (44:17) Show Notes and Resources:Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents: A Complete Guide to Understanding and Coping When Your Adolescent Has BPD (Fair Winds Press) 2007 DBT For Dummies (For Dummies) 2021 https://porcupinelove.com/ (Cathleen Payne) You Are Not Alone (Zando) 2022 The Hilarious World of Depression (St. Martin's Press) 2020 Learn more about Blaise Aguirre, MD Transcript available here. Check out other podcasts available from the American Psychiatric Association: Psychiatry Unbound American Journal of Psychiatry Audio Finding Our Voice Psychiatric News Brief Psychiatric Services

This episode features an excerpt from the presentation, "Cultivating Future Generations of APA Leadership". Doctors Jacqueline Feldman and Dwight Kemp of the University of Alabama at Birmingham explore present efforts, discuss barriers to recruitment and retention, and review the necessary skills sets of good leaders.  

This episode features an excerpt from the presentation, "Tell Me Something Good" by veteran NPR reporter Jacki Lyden, who discusses with compassion and humor the shifting narratives of family sacrifice, luck, and endurance that have made her and her mother long-term survivors.  Lyden is the 2021 recipient of APA's Patient Advocacy Award.

This episode features an excerpt from the presentation, " The Carbon Footprint of Cancelling the APA, a Virtual Match, and More: Impacts of Psychiatric Activity on Global Warming" by Dr. Elizabeth Haase of Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center and the University of Nevada School of Medicine at Reno.  She reviews the carbon footprint of the US healthcare system and of psychiatry specifically and describes the most effective ways to reduce the environmental impact of psychiatry.  

In this special series from The Medical Mind podcast, we're sharing select highlights from APA On Demand 2021, an online collection of expert-led presentations covering emerging clinical topics, cutting-edge science and new therapies. In this episode, Dr. Damon Tweedy, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine, explores how the events of 2020 have disproportionately been linked to the experiences of Black people in the United States and some of the implications for medical education and our health care system. You can learn more about the APA On Demand 2021 at apa.ondemand.org/podcast. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear This podcast is subject to the Terms of Use at www.psychiatry.org. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers only and do not necessarily represent the views of the American Psychiatric Association, its officers, trustees, or members. The content of this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or any other type of professional advice nor does it represent any statement of the standard of care. We strongly recommend that any listener follow the advice of physicians directly involved in their care and contact their local emergency response number for any medical emergency. The information within this podcast is provided as-is and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or accurate.

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the second of a two-part discussion about early psychosis led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more.

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the first of a two-part discussion about early psychosis led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the second of a two-part discussion about major depressive disorder led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the first of a two-part discussion about major depressive disorder led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the second of a two-part discussion about bipolar disorder led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

This special episode is co-presented by SMI Adviser, a Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness; and by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. SMI Adviser is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and administered by the American Psychiatric Association. These podcasts include the real-life experiences of people with mental illness and family members. Some of the content includes discussions of topics such as suicide attempts and may be triggering. If you are in need of support at any time during the podcast please contact the NAMI HelpLine at 800-950-6264, available from 10 am – 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday. To receive 24/7 crisis support, please text “NAMI” to 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. This episode is the first of a two-part discussion about bipolar disorder led by Dr. Ken Duckworth. He leads a deep discussion that offers insights for individuals, family members and mental health professionals: living with it, loving someone who has it, treating it, the impact of cultural identity, and more. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this special series from The Medical Mind podcast, we're sharing select highlights from APA On Demand 2020, an online collection of expert-led presentations covering emerging clinical topics, cutting-edge science and new therapies.   Today's episode features the presentation, “A Crash Course in Law … to Let You Focus on the Patient, Instead of Liability,” by Dr. Ashley VanDercar and Dr. Megan Testa. The presenters address medical malpractice, informed consent, and other key topics.   You can learn more about the APA On Demand 2020 on apa.ondemand.org/podcast.   We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey.   Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this special series from The Medical Mind podcast, we're sharing select highlights from APA On Demand 2020, an online collection of expert-led presentations covering emerging clinical topics, cutting-edge science and new therapies.   Today's episode features the presentation, “Ketamine: New Formulation, New Data, New Perspectives,” by Dr. Alan Schatzberg, Dr. Joshua Berman, Dr. Gerard Sanacora, and Dr. Ravi Shah. The panel shares their perspectives on ketamine and discusses initial response to treatment, concerns related to addiction potential, and issues of durability of the antidepressant response. You can learn more about the APA On Demand 2020 on apa.ondemand.org/podcast. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this special series from The Medical Mind podcast, we're sharing select highlights from APA On Demand 2020, an online collection of expert-led presentations covering emerging clinical topics, cutting-edge science and new therapies. In this episode, psychiatry professors Dr. Holly Swartz, at University of Pittsburgh, and Dr. Michael Ostacher, at Stanford University, discuss Bipolar II Disorder. Their talk addresses the disorder, comorbidities, diagnosis and treatment. You can learn more about the APA On Demand 2020 on apa.ondemand.org/podcast. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this special series from The Medical Mind podcast, we're sharing select highlights from APA On Demand 2020, an online collection of expert-led presentations covering emerging clinical topics, cutting-edge science and new therapies. In this episode, Dr. Joshua Morganstein, Chair of the American Psychiatric Association's Committee on the Psychiatric Dimensions of Disaster, discusses how global pandemics, such as COVID-19, create profound social, economic, and psychological disruption. You can learn more about the APA On Demand 2020 on apa.ondemand.org/podcast.  We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this episode, Yuri Maricich of Pear Therapeutics and John Torous of the American Psychiatric Association's Health Information Technology Committee weigh in on mobile mental health apps: what's new, what you need to know to evaluate an app, and what might be on the horizon. You can learn more about the APA App Evaluation Model and the Mental Health Innovation Zone on psychiatry.org. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

George Kolodner is the Founder of Kolmac Outpatient Recovery Centers. In 1973 he established the first intensive outpatient addiction treatment program, and he's found that patients who receive withdrawal management in an outpatient setting are much more likely to continue with follow-up treatment. He discusses how he developed an alternative to inpatient rehab programs and the importance of continuity of care. You can hear more from Dr. Kolodner in a webinar in the APA Learning Center, “Rethinking Withdrawal Management”. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System can be found at www.pcssNOW.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 5U79TI026556-03 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Tim Brennan is director of the Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai St. Luke's hospitals. He discusses the why and how of transitioning a patient from methadone to buprenorphine, and dispels some common misperceptions that patients and providers have about these treatments. You can learn more about the treatment of substance use disorders, including buprenorphine prescribing, at www.psychiatry.org. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System can be found at www.pcssNOW.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 5U79TI026556-03 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Lauren Carson, founder of Black Girls Smile, discusses her experience of mental health treatment, the risk factors that black girls face, and her efforts to improve mental health education and outreach. You can learn more about Black Girls Smile and their programming at https://www.blackgirlssmile.org/. For more information about diversity and health equity in psychiatry, check out the APA website at psychiatry.org. We want to know more about Medical Mind listeners! Take a minute to complete a brief listener survey at http://apapsy.ch/mmsurvey. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

There's a growing movement to get naloxone into the hands of people who use drugs, their friends and family members, and bystanders in a variety of settings. But its widespread availability didn't happen overnight. Alex Walley of Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center explains how we got to this moment and where naloxone access fits into the larger picture of drug treatment. You can learn more about the treatment of substance use disorders, including buprenorphine prescribing, at www.psychiatry.org. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System can be found at www.pcssNOW.org. To learn more about naloxone and how to administer it, a good resource in the DC metro area is the Chris Atwood Foundation - their website is www.chrisatwoodfoundation.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 5U79TI026556-03 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Only 10% of 12- to 17-year-olds in need of substance use treatment actually receive care. This is the same period when people are most likely to begin abusing drugs, and adolescent drug use is an important predictor of the development of a substance use disorder later in life. Amy Yule of Harvard Medical School explains what sets this population apart and how to approach treatment. You can learn more about treating substance use disorders at www.psychiatry.org and at the new Providers Clinical Support System website, www.pcssNOW.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 5U79TI026556-03 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear  

Hospitals and public health officials are increasingly motivated to initiate medication-assisted treatment in the hospital setting. Chris Welsh of the University of Maryland School of Medicine explains the advantages of this approach.  Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System can be found at www.pcssNOW.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 5U79TI026556-03 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

At this year's APA Annual Meeting, participants in the Mental Health Innovation Zone previewed some exciting developments in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

In this episode we'll look at two new tools for the treatment of alcohol use disorder. Lori Ducharme introduces the NIAAA Alcohol Treatment Navigator, and Laura Fochtmann highlights a new APA Practice Guideline. The NIAAA Alcohol Treatment Navigator can be found at alcoholtreatment.niaaa.nih.gov. The new APA Practice Guideline is available at psychiatryonline.org. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication-Assisted Treatment can be found at pcssmat.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment (1U79TI026556) from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

How do natural disasters impact mental health? Sheila Savannah, Ben Springgate, Ken Wells, and Glenda Wrenn discuss how providers and their communities can prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

There are currently more refugees worldwide than at any time since World War II. James Griffith of George Washington University explains how psychiatrists can approach the unique mental health needs of displaced persons. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

The collaborative care model is designed to increase access to mental health care by treating common conditions in primary care settings, which are often the front lines for diagnosing depression, anxiety, and PTSD. In light of the growing demand for treatment of substance use disorders, we explore the potential impact of the collaborative care model, since substance use disorders are also often first identified in a primary care setting. You can learn more about substance use disorders and medication-assisted treatment at https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/addiction. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment is at www.pcssmat.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment (1U79TI026556) from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

As psychiatrists see more referrals for substance use disorders, we examine their role in managing pain. Carlos Blanco, Eric Collins, Alla Landa, Martin Cheatle, and Ivan Montoya weigh in on common pitfalls, alternatives to opioids, and a framework for treating pain. You can learn more about substance use disorders and medication-assisted treatment at https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/addiction. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment is at www.pcssmat.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment (1U79TI026556) from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Travis Rieder of the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics describes his experience of opioid withdrawal after a serious accident and outlines a bioethical framework for opioid prescribing. John Renner of Boston University explains how stories like Rieder's fit into the larger picture of opioid use in America, and what must be done to address the educational gap. You can learn more about substance use disorders and medication-assisted treatment at www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/addiction. Information about the Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment is at www.pcssmat.org. Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by Providers' Clinical Support System for Medication Assisted Treatment (1U79TI026556) from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Glenda Wrenn of the Morehouse School of Medicine discusses the Smart and Secure Children Parenting Leadership Program, a parenting education initiative that plays a unique role in the communities it serves.  To learn more, go to http://satcherinstitute.org/division-of-behavioral-health/smart-and-secure-parenting-leadership-program/ Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear

Mobile mental health apps are proliferating.  How do we know if they're safe or effective?  John Torous and Steven Chan describe a framework for evaluating mental health apps and discussing them with your patients.  Read about the framework at https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/mental-health-apps Music: "Sidecar" by Podington Bear