Podcasts about Addiction psychiatry

Originally Aired August 19, 2021. Love wounds go far beyond a broken heart—they can affect your mind, body, and sense of self-worth. In this encore episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Dr. Michael McGee to discuss how to heal these deep emotional wounds and step onto the path of living a truly Fantastic Life. Discover strategies to overcome self-doubt, embrace self-compassion, and find emotional resilience in a psychologically challenging world. Guest Bio: Dr. Michael McGee, based in San Luis Obispo, California, combines psychotherapy and psychopharmacology with a range of approaches, including psycho-spiritual interventions. Board-certified in General Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Psychosomatic Medicine, he has extensive experience in adult psychiatry and addiction treatment. Dr. McGee is the author of the multi-award-winning The Joy of Recovery, 101 Things You Need to Know if You're Addicted to Painkillers, and the forthcoming Heal The Hurt: 20 Ways to Ease Emotional Suffering. Dr. Michael McGee's Social Media Links Website: https://drmichaelmcgee.com/       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WellMindwithDrMcGee Twitter: https://twitter.com/dr_michaelmcgee Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcgee-a938473b/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmichaelmcgee/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvCRXwmCvE5BhzP6erZuXg Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often. This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us! Dr. Allen Lycka's Social Media Links Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dr_allen_lycka/ X:  https://X.com/drallenlycka YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrAllenLycka/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlycka/ Subscribe to the show. We would be honored to have you subscribe to the show, just use the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave a review! We appreciate your feedback, as every little bit helps us produce even better shows. We want to bring value to your day, and have you join us time and again.  Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes or your favorite app goes a long way! Thank you!  

Jonathan Avery, M.D., is the Vice Chair for Addiction Psychiatry, the Stephen P. Tobin and Dr. Arnold M. Cooper Professor in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and the Program Director for the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital.  He is also the medical director for the NBA/NBPA's Anti-Drug Program. Today on the show we discuss: why vaping was sold as “safer” but is actually fueling hidden addiction, how nicotine rewires your brain and makes quitting brutally hard, why most people fail six times before they finally quit, the alarming impact vaping has on kids and developing brains, the truth about the “disease model” of addiction and why personal agency matters, proven strategies to finally break free and rebuild your confidence, what parents can do if they catch their kids vaping, and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth speaks to Professor Owen Bowden-Jones from Central North-West London NHS Foundation and Mr Arun Sahai from Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Trust, both in the UK. The interview covers an editorial they wrote with Professor Paul Dargan on responses to non-medical and medical ketamine use, including concerns about the increasing harms from illicit ketamine and excitement about the potential therapeutic value of ketamine. We apologise for the sound quality at points during this episode, but we promise its worth the listen! · Ketamine and its uses [01:15]· Why ketamine is listed as an essential medicine by the World Health Organisation [01:59]· The differing uses of ketamine: an essential medicine, a novel therapeutic drug, and a recreational drug [3:00]· Ketamine's damage to the urinary tract and the liver [04:30]· Available treatments for the physical harms of ketamine [07:45]· Whether substance use treatment services in the UK are fit-for-purpose when it comes to ketamine [11:06] · Some of the reasons why is ketamine a popular drug now [15:38]· The potential therapeutic value of ketamine for many disorders [17:29]· The importance of communicating information to people who use ketamine [19:19]About Arun Sahai: Mr Arun Sahai, PhD, FRCS (Urol), BSc (Hons.), is a Consultant Urological Surgeon in Functional urology (bladder dysfunction, incontinence, uro-neurology and urinary tract reconstruction) at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Trust and an Honorary Reader within King's College London. He is the current chair of the section of functional and reconstructive urology at the British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS). He is the lead for undergraduate education in surgery for King's College London. His research interests include various aspects of benign bladder dysfunction and prostate cancer survivorship. He is active in both commercial and non-commercial clinical trials and has published more than 100 peer reviewed international papers and more than 15 book chapters. About Owen Bowden-Jones: Professor Owen Bowden-Jones CBE is a Consultant in Addiction Psychiatry at the CNWL Club Drug Clinic, London and an Honorary Professor at University College London. In 2010, Owen founded the CNWL Club Drug Clinic, an innovative service offering treatment for emerging drug problems, including novel psychoactive substances and club drugs. National roles include President of the Society for the Study of Addiction, Chair of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs, Policy Fellow at the University of Cambridge, trustee at the charity Student Minds and Registrar at the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Owen is the past-Chair of the Faculty of Addictions at the Royal College of Psychiatrists and was previously a national clinical adviser to Public Health England. Original editorial: Responding to medicinal and non-medicinal ketamine use https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70075The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal. The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Ditch the Labcoat. Today's episode dives deep into a topic that's been quietly reshaping lives and families across the globe: gambling addiction. Host Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dr. Daniela Lobo, a leading expert in addiction psychiatry, to explore just how dramatically gambling—especially online and sports betting—has surged in prevalence, fueled by intensive marketing and made even more accessible by the pandemic's isolation.Together, Dr. Bonta and Dr. Lobo break down the reality behind those flashy ads and glossy casino images, peeling back the curtain on the true costs of problem gambling. They explore not just the personal financial and mental fallout, but the ripple effects that devastate families, drive up debt, worsen mental health struggles, and even intersect with substance use disorders. As gambling apps, sports betting, and even crypto-trading continue to blur the lines between entertainment and addiction, the doctors unpack why so many young adults—and increasingly, teens—find themselves hooked.Dr. Lobo shares practical insights for recognizing gambling problems, supporting loved ones, and opening honest conversations with kids. Most importantly, they question whether the billions gained in gambling revenue are truly worth the social and health costs we're only beginning to acknowledge.If you've ever wondered what really drives gambling addiction, how to spot it, or what responsible action looks like for individuals and society, you won't want to miss this eye-opening, evidence-based conversation. Let's ditch the lab coat and get real about gambling in our modern age.Episode LessonsGambling Addiction: Not a Choice — A medical disorder with devastating consequences, not a weakness or bad habit.Online Gambling's Rapid Expansion — Pandemic and marketing fueled a surge, making betting more accessible than ever.Marketing Drives Gambling Behaviors — Aggressive ads and sports integration normalize betting, increasing risks across all ages.Health Impact Beyond Money — Gambling harms mental, emotional, and even physical health, adding layers of stress.Younger Generations at Risk — Sports and digital platforms expose youth to gambling without proper safeguards.Overlap With Other Addictions — Gambling often co-occurs with mental health and substance use disorders.Paths to Treatment and Recovery — Counseling, family support, financial planning, and early intervention provide hope.Financial Ruin and Family Toll — Hidden gambling devastates households, with debt triggering further destructive cycles.Policy and Regulation Matter — Weak oversight allows profit-driven expansion while shifting costs to families.Prevention Through Education — Open dialogue and awareness reduce risks, counter marketing, and build resilience.Episode Timestamps03:21 – Addiction's Evolving Forms: Gambling Alert 07:08 – COVID-19's Impact on Gambling Behavior 11:56 – Gambling's Mental and Physical Toll 13:48 – Accessibility Fuels Gambling Issues 18:03 – Teens, Gambling, and Sports Obsession 22:25 – Problem Gambling's Significant Impact 25:36 – Gambling Disorders and Mental Health 29:18 – iGaming Self-Exclusion & Support 30:30 – Supporting Families with Addicted Loved Ones 36:00 – Modern Gambling: Signs and Challenges 39:02 – Gambling and Risk Awareness Conversation 42:33 – Understanding Moderation and Gambling Risks 45:23 – Ethics of Gambling Expansion 47:03 – Cautionary Insights on Gambling AppsDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

COMING UP: PART 4 | G (GBL/GHB)A four part examination in to the four main party drugs used by gay men: MDMA, cocaine, ketamine and G.A sit down with Dr. Emmert Roberts, Senior Clinical Lecturer in Addiction Psychiatry at King's College London, to discuss what each substance actually does to the body and brain, precautions on mixing, how to use safely and importantly when to seek help.Dr. Emmert Roberts professional website: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/emmert-roberts The video series is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or drug use.If you need more information on recreational drugs please visit: https://talktofrank.com/Support the showJoin the majority of fans and watch the full show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@watchallout For clips and exclusive content please follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchalloutTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@watchalloutAn original podcast by gimmehttps://gimmevideo.co.uk/

COMING UP: PART 3 | KETAMINEA four part examination in to the four main party drugs used by gay men: MDMA, cocaine, ketamine and G.A sit down with Dr. Emmert Roberts, Senior Clinical Lecturer in Addiction Psychiatry at King's College London, to discuss what each substance actually does to the body and brain, precautions on mixing, how to use safely and importantly when to seek help.Dr. Emmert Roberts professional website: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/emmert-roberts The video series is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or drug use.If you need more information on recreational drugs please visit: https://talktofrank.com/Support the showJoin the majority of fans and watch the full show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@watchallout For clips and exclusive content please follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchalloutTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@watchalloutAn original podcast by gimmehttps://gimmevideo.co.uk/

COMING UP: PART 2 | COCAINEA four part examination in to the four main party drugs used by gay men: MDMA, cocaine, ketamine and G.A sit down with Dr. Emmert Roberts, Senior Clinical Lecturer in Addiction Psychiatry at King's College London, to discuss what each substance actually does to the body and brain, precautions on mixing, how to use safely and importantly when to seek help.Dr. Emmert Roberts professional website: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/emmert-roberts The video series is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or drug use.If you need more information on recreational drugs please visit: https://talktofrank.com/Support the showJoin the majority of fans and watch the full show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@watchallout For clips and exclusive content please follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchalloutTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@watchalloutAn original podcast by gimmehttps://gimmevideo.co.uk/

A four part examination in to the four main party drugs used by gay men: MDMA, cocaine, ketamine and G.A sit down with Dr. Emmert Roberts, Senior Clinical Lecturer in Addiction Psychiatry at King's College London, to discuss what each substance actually does to the body and brain, precautions on mixing, how to use safely and importantly when to seek help.Dr. Emmert Roberts professional website: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/emmert-roberts The video series is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or drug use.If you need more information on recreational drugs please visit: https://talktofrank.com/Support the showJoin the majority of fans and watch the full show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@watchallout For clips and exclusive content please follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchalloutTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@watchalloutAn original podcast by gimmehttps://gimmevideo.co.uk/

In this episode of the Meaning Project Podcast, Dr. Daniel A. Franz engages in a comprehensive discussion with Dr. Mark Hrymoc, a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in addiction medicine. They explore the current landscape of addiction treatment, including the effectiveness of traditional methods like AA and the integration of modern medications. The conversation delves into the complexities of addiction, the role of genetics, and the emergence of behavioral addictions. They also discuss the impact of vaping, the potential of psychedelics in therapy, and the importance of destigmatizing mental health treatment.TakeawaysAddiction treatment is evolving with modern science.AA 12-step recovery remains foundational in addiction treatment.Listening to clients is crucial for effective treatment.Behavioral addictions are increasingly recognized and treated.Medications like naltrexone and Suboxone are game-changers.Genetics play a significant role in addiction susceptibility.Vaping poses new challenges in addiction treatment.Psychedelics show promise in treating mental health issues.Destigmatizing mental health treatment is essential for recovery.Long-term treatment may be necessary for chronic conditions.Dr. Hrymoc has extensive expertise in the psychopharmacology of addiction and other mental health disorders. He is double Board-certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry and was previously board-certified in Addiction Medicine. Dr. Hrymoc previously held the position of Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, where he supervised training psychiatrists at their Addiction Psychiatry Clinic. He completed his subspecialist training in Addiction Psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and currently serves as a consulting physician to several prestigious drug and alcohol treatment centers in the area.Dr. Hrymoc completed his psychiatric residency training at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and also trained at UCLA Medical Center and the West Los Angeles Veterans Administration Hospital. He obtained an MD degree at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and did his undergraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He has worked in a variety of treatment settings, from non-profit community mental health clinics to federally-sponsored multi-site medication development studies.In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hrymoc continues to be active in the local addiction treatment community. In September 2008, he founded Perspectives on Addiction, an interdisciplinary educational group for addiction professionals in Los Angeles. Dr. Hrymoc has served as the representative of the states of California, Alaska, and Hawaii to the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and was a member of the education committee of the California Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Hrymoc co-authored a chapter in Principles of Addiction Medicine, the main textbook of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and has been published in several academic journals.

The field of addiction medicine and mental health has seen incredible innovation over the past two decades. Dr. Mark Hrymoc discusses those innovations and where they may lead. Dr. Hrymoc is the Founder of the Mental Health Center in Los Angeles, California. He has extensive expertise in the psychopharmacology of addiction and other mental health disorders. He is double board-certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry and was previously board-certified in Addiction Medicine. Dr. Hrymoc previously held the position of Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, where he supervised training psychiatrists at the Addiction Psychiatry Clinic. He and the Mental Health Center can be reached at https://www.mentalhealthctr.com/ The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host, Westwords Consulting or the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Dr. Mark Hrymoc, an addiction psychiatrist, to discuss the evolving landscape of addiction treatment, particularly focusing on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). They explore the importance of integrating mental and physical health in recovery, the duration of care needed for individuals struggling with addiction, and the risks associated with rapid detoxification. Dr. Hrymoc explains how Suboxone works in the brain to help stabilize patients and addresses the mixed data surrounding cannabis as a treatment option. The conversation emphasizes the need for a compassionate, individualized approach to addiction recovery, highlighting the importance of destigmatizing medication use in treatment. In this conversation, Dr. Mark Hrymoc discusses the evolving landscape of psychiatric treatments, particularly focusing on psychedelics and ketamine. He emphasizes the importance of understanding co-occurring disorders and the psychological aspects of pain management. The discussion also touches on the future of non-addictive pain medications and the significance of building trust in treatment relationships. Dr. Hrymoc advocates for open communication between patients and healthcare providers to foster effective treatment outcomes.   Takeaways MAT offers a new perspective on addiction treatment. Combining medication and therapy yields the best results. Addiction is a chronic disease with no cure. Long-term relationships with clients are crucial for recovery. Rapid detox can be dangerous and should be approached with caution. Suboxone helps stabilize patients without the high of other opioids. Cannabis has mixed results in treating mental health issues. Destigmatizing medication-assisted treatment is essential. Every family has someone affected by addiction. Individualized treatment plans are key to successful recovery. Psychedelics are being researched for various psychiatric conditions. Ketamine is effective for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. Understanding the timeline of addiction and mental health issues is crucial. Pain perception is influenced by both physical and psychological factors.   00:00- Introduction to Addiction and Recovery 01:55- Understanding Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) 07:28- The Intersection of Mental and Physical Health in Recovery 10:41- The Duration of Care in Addiction Recovery 14:28- The Risks of Rapid Detox and Medication Management 18:01- How Suboxone Works in Addiction Treatment 21:47- Exploring Harm Reduction and Future Treatment Trends 23:57- The Evolving Landscape of Psychedelics in Psychiatry 26:20- Ketamine as a Treatment for Depression 28:56- Navigating Co-Occurring Disorders 32:56- The Future of Non-Addictive Pain Medications 36:37- Understanding Pain: The Psychological Component 41:58- Building Trust in Treatment Relationships   Please join Addict to Athlete's Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts. https://www.AddictToAthlete.org Join the Team! Circle, our new social support event, along with the team and athlete communication platform, is designed to help us break free from doom scrolling and shadow banning and foster stronger connections among us. Follow the link, download the app, and start this new chapter of Team AIIA! Join Circle https://a2a.circle.so/join?invitation_token=16daaa0d9ecd7421d384dd05a461464ce149cc9e-63d4aa30-1a67-4120-ae12-124791dfb519

In this episode of Beyond The Abstract, Dr. Joji Suzuki stops by the show to discuss his recent co-authored review on GLP-1 agonists and their potential role in addiction treatment. Dr. Suzuki is the founding Director of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH), and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School (HMS). He is board certified in both Addiction Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, and has continued to maintain his clinical role as an inpatient addiction consultant at BWH. He has received NIH funding continuously since 2017, having completed a K23 Career Development Award to receive training in conducting clinical trials with an emphasis on research to improve the care of hospitalized patients. He is now a principal investigator on multiple NIH funded trials to evaluate novel pharmacologic and psychosocial treatments for substance use disorders.   The Efficacy of GLP-1 Agonists in Treating Substance Use Disorder in Patients: A Scoping Review   Journal of Addiction Medicine 18(5):p 488-498, 9/10 2024   Sept-Oct 2024

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Goodman Sibeko, Head of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health at UCT about a recent UN Office on Drugs and Crime workshop held in South Africa, looking at improving treatment standards. The workshop took place as the world marked International Overdose Awareness Day, a reminder of the need for effective drug treatment solutions as South Africa struggles with a high rate of addiction and substance abuse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode Libration Nation! Today, we're diving deep into the surreal and thought-provoking world of Victor Pelevin's "Generation P," also known as "Homo Zapiens" in English. Joining us is Pelevin aficionado Dr. Albert Arias, and we unravel the complex tapestry of post-Soviet Russia's chaotic transition to capitalism, examining the Western cultural invasion and the profound philosophical layers infused with Buddhism and spirituality that Pelevin navigates in his works We'll also chatter about the intriguing film adaptation, the psychedelic journeys depicted in the narrative, and the eerie foresight of fictional leaders born from deep fakes.Dr. Arias is a graduate of Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine (2001), and he completed his residency in psychiatry as well as a master's degree in clinical and translational research at the University of Connecticut Health Center. He was on the faculty at UCONN School of Medicine and then went on to be a faculty member at Yale University School of Medicine for 7 years in the department of psychiatry before joining VCU in 2018 as an associate professor and the Associate Division Chair for Addiction Psychiatry. He is the current President of the Psychiatric Society of Virginia.Dr. Arias' current research focuses on studying the effects of medications on mood disorders and addictions.We paired the book with Moscow Mules as a tie-in with the author's home country.Moscow Mule*.5 ounce lime juice2 ounces vodka4 fluid ounces ginger beer, or to tasteLime wedge for garnish*Not required, but generally served in a copper cupIn this episodeBooks by Victor PelevinVictor Pelevin, Russia's most mysterious modern writerFilm Adaptation

What are the hypothesized neurobiological mechanisms that support the use of cannabidiol (CBD) as a treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD)? How does CBD influence cue-induced craving in OUD? What are the challenges and opportunities in further exploring the use of CBD as a potential treatment for OUD? Dr. Joji Suzuki is the Director of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry and Director of Addictions Education in the Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. His areas of clinical and research interests are the assessment and management of substance use disorders and related conditions in general medical settings, motivational interviewing, office-based opioid treatment, implementation of collaborative models of care, and medical education. He is the site director for the Partners Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship, and is involved with teaching medical students, residents, and allied health professionals. He has authored over 30 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters related to addiction psychiatry.

E346– Inner Voice – A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan. In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Dr. Kenneth Blum, a well-known American scientist recognized for his work in psychopharmacology and psychiatric genetics. We explored the role of assessment of “Pre-Addiction” and the responsibility of the medical field to bring this important factor into everyday practice. Dr. Blum has published over 740 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and meeting abstracts, with 17 books with over 18,000 citations and 185,000 reads worldwide. He has distinguished himself and is credited with the first genetic association of the Dopamine D2 receptor gene and severe alcoholism, published in JAMA in 1990. He is considered by some to be the Father of Psychiatric Genetics. In 1995, Dr. Blum coined the term “Reward Deficiency Syndrome (RDS)” and developed the USA and foreign-patented “Genetic Addiction Risk Severity” (GARS) test. Dr. Blum has also developed patented Pro-dopamine regulators in the USA and Europe. His overall patent portfolio consists of 100 patents worldwide. Dr. Blum serves on 23 peer-reviewed journals and is the Editor-in-Chief of several academic journals, including Current Psychopharmacology and Addiction Psychiatry. He also serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Psychiatry and Frontiers in Public Health. Dr. Blum is also the founding President of the United Scientific Group, an academic publishing house. His work has been featured in all the major media outlets worldwide, and in 1990, his work on genetics was in the top 25 most important scientific discoveries by Discovery Magazine. He is the recipient of NIH grants and has been awarded Lifetime Achievements, distinguished Honorary Doctors of Humane Letters, Lifetime Honorary Professor at ELTE Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary, and Distinguished Honorary Professor at Adelson School of Medicine, Ariel University, Israel. Currently, besides faculty positions as an adjunct professor (Western University, University of Vermont, Wright School of Medicine), he is the Executive Chairman and CEO of TranspliceGen Therapeutics, Inc. Stanford University credited him in the top 2% of the World Best Scientist list (2023). Most recently, the International Research Awards on Neurology and Neuro Disorders awarded him the “Best Researcher Award 2023. Dr. Blum has been recently nominated for the KEIO Medical & Science PRIZE (THE JAPANESE EQUIVALENT TO THE NOBEL PRIZE) 2024. We have been selected as the #1 top podcast at FeedSpot 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts https://podcasts.feedspot.com/california_mental_health_podcasts/ Check out my website: www.FoojanZeine.com, www.AwarenessIntegration.com, www.Foojan.com

Dr. Kwadwo Owusu-Boaitey joined us live from ASAM's 55th Annual Conference. Dr. Owusu-Boaitey, who is in his first year of residency, shares how he became interested in the field of addiction medicine. He also shares the highlights from his experience at ASAM's conference, generally and as a Ruth Fox Scholar. He discusses the emphasis he places on treating patients holistically and the importance of all members of the care team in treating addiction. He also reflects on the state of stigma around addiction, based on his experience, and offers advice to the next generation of addiction medicine specialists. Dr. Kwadwo Owusu-Boaitey is a resident physician in psychiatry at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA. He completed undergraduate studies in Philosophy (B.A.) and Biological Sciences (B.S.) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where he was a Meyerhoff Scholar. He subsequently received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and his PhD from the MIT Biology Department, where he studied regenerative biology. Dr. Owusu-Boaitey developed a passion for clinical psychiatry and addiction medicine during his latter stages of medical school, and is excited about his career as a budding addiction psychiatrist. His clinical interests are in new drug development (within both addiction and psychiatry broadly), and also the spiritual aspects of holistic addiction care. He serves as a regular volunteer with Miracle Mile Ministries (a faith-based outreach ministry serving people experiencing homelessness and substance addiction in Boston) and is a recipient of a 2024 Ruth Fox Scholarship from the American Society of Addiction Medicine and the 2023 Regional Travel Award from the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry. Outside of medicine, Dr. Owusu-Boaitey enjoys competitive soccer/basketball, spoken word, and is the world's biggest fan of The Bible Project. Links: ASAM's Annual Conference Information Ruth Fox Scholarship Program Information American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) Miracle Mile Ministries The Bible Project If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you are not alone. Treatment is available and recovery is possible. Visit ASAM's Patient Resources page for more information. The information shared in this podcast episode is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or ASAM management.

Michael Gurevich, MD, a holistic psychiatrist with decades of holistic experience practicing in Glen Cove, New York, shares his unique and valuable expertise on Trauma Resolution Therapy, an effective method for helping people resolve traumas rapidly and effectively. Learn what caused Dr. Gurevich to turn to alternative techniques to help his psychiatric patients and how Trauma Resolution Therapy became a powerful tool for recovery in his practice. In this podcast, he shares an amazing vignette about a patient who rapidly healed from childhood trauma from this approach that will astound you. In addition, he shares other psychiatric diagnoses that conventional psychiatry has difficulty resolving that can heal rapidly through this approach.Bio: Michael Gurevich, MD, is a holistically minded psychiatrist, board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry, and a Certified Acupuncturist. His expertise encompasses various integrative treatment modalities, particularly for complex psychiatric cases unresponsive to conventional medicine. Notably, he has developed methods for weaning patients off psychotropic medications. You can find out more about him and contact him at HolisticMD.org.Click here to listen to all of The Holistic Psychiatrist Podcast episodes If you like this podcast, please give it a 5-star rating and share this with others! Thank you! For more about Dr. Alice W. Lee, please visit: Website: www.holisticpsychiatrist.com More stories and insights: Holistic Articles YouTube: The Holistic Psychiatrist To schedule consultations or appointments, call Dr. Lee's office at 240-437-7600 Dr. Lee has office locations in Lehi, Utah and Yonkers, New York. The content provided by this podcast is for informational purposes only and has not been approved by the U.S. FDA. This podcast is not intended to provide personal medical advice, which should be obtained from a medical professional.

In this episode, we discuss LB307 - Authorize syringe services programs in municipalities and counties and provide exceptions to penalties related to drug paraphernalia under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act with Dr. Alena Balasanova an expert in Addiction Psychiatry. LB307 will come before the Nebraska Legislature on March 12, 2024 for a vote to override the Governor's veto on March 4, 2024. If you would like to support Nebraska Alliance for Physician Advocacy, a 501(c)(3) organization in Nebraska please click this link to donate. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=4KF6XCPLQU56Y

In this episode of the Treat Addiction Save Lives Podcast, Midwestern University medical students Mike Krupp & Matt Moon discuss what led them to study addiction medicine and how they became involved with the organization, Care for Friends, which is based in Chicago and provides support and services to the unhoused population there. Together, Mike & Matt started an addiction medicine club at Midwestern which, with support from the school, provides students with the opportunity to volunteer their services with Care for Friends. They are currently participating by screening patients for substance use disorders and referring to treatment; along with conducting a clothing drive and harm reduction clinics. Mike & Matt share their experience at ASAM's Annual Conference 2023, where they were excited to meet with others interested in the field of addiction medicine and learn about the latest research and best practices in the field. They also share how their experiences working with CFF has influenced their perspectives on addiction and individuals who are dealing with addiction. Matt & Mike stress the importance of establishing relationships with patients and fighting stigma associated with addiction by practicing compassionate care in a judgement-free environment. They also discuss the need for more education and training about addiction, stigma related to certain types of addiction but not others, and separating addiction from the individual. Michael Krupp is a 4th year medical student at Midwestern University currently pursuing a degree in Osteopathic Medicine. Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, Michael attended Clemson University for undergraduate studies and to play rugby. While there, he received a degree in biology before returning back to the Midwest to complete medical school. While Michael has always been involved in a variety of volunteering activities, his work with Care For Friends has really helped him to gain exposure and experience to a population base that he plans on working closely with during his career in Addiction Psychiatry. He loves working with people and is always doing his best to improve upon pre-existing programs as well as to help found new programs to address issues faced by the undomiciled population of Chicago. Outside of work and volunteering, Michael loves to hang out with his family and friends, travel, go to concerts, and do movie marathons with his girlfriend Katrina. He is excited for this opportunity to give back to the community and is looking forward to what the future holds.   Matthew Moon grew up in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota and is currently a fourth-year medical student at Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is currently pursuing a residency in Psychiatry and has several interests within Psychiatry which includes treating substance use disorders. Along with his colleague, he started a new Addiction Medicine club at Midwestern University and hopes that this will serve as a way for other medical students to learn more about the field of Addiction Medicine/Psychiatry.   Links: Care for Friends Midwestern University Midwestern University Addiction Medicine Club   If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you are not alone. Treatment is available and recovery is possible. Visit ASAM's Patient Resources page for more information.

Parents can experience psychological challenges and significant stress about their children's education, as they are deeply invested in their children's success and well-being. Dr Amuthanila Kasianandan (MBBS, FRANZCP, Advanced certificate in Addiction Psychiatry, FRACGP, Masters in Reproductive Medicine; Consultant Psychiatrist- Child and Adolescent Mental health service Townsville University Hospital.; Senior Lecturer- James Cook University) provides valuable insights into some common psychological problems parents may face during these periods and offers strategies to cope with them. Produced by Renuka Thuraisingham. - தங்கள் குழந்தையின் கல்வி தொடர்பில் பெற்றோர் பதற்றமடைவதால் ஏற்படும் பாதிப்புகள் தொடர்பிலும், இதனை எவ்வாறு தவிர்க்கலாம் என்பது தொடர்பிலும், குயின்ஸ்லாந்தில் மனநல மருத்துவராக பணியாற்றும் Dr அமுதநிலா காசியானந்தனுடன்(MBBS, FRANZCP, Advanced certificate in Addiction Psychiatry, FRACGP, Masters in Reproductive Medicine; Consultant Psychiatrist- Child and Adolescent Mental health service Townsville University Hospital; Senior Lecturer- James Cook University) உரையாடுகிறார் றேனுகா துரைசிங்கம்.

Contributors: Andrew White MD - Outpatient Psychiatrist; Fellowship Trained in Addiction Psychiatry; Denver Health Travis Barlock MD - Emergency Medicine Physician; Swedish Medical Center Summary In this episode of Mental Health Monthly, Dr. Travis Barlock hosts Dr. Andrew White to discuss the elements of mania that may be encountered in the emergency department. The discussion includes a helpful mnemonic to assess mania, work-up and treatment in the ED, underlying causes of mania, mental health holds, inpatient treatment, and the role of sleep in mania. Educational Pearls Initial assessment of suspected mania can be done via DIGFAST: Distractibility - Individual that is unable to carry a linear, goal-directed conversation Impulsivity - Executive functioning is impaired and patients are unable to control their behaviors Grandiosity - Elevated mood and sense of self to delusions of grandeur Flight of ideas - Usually described as racing thoughts Agitation - Increase in psychomotor activity; start several projects of which they have little previous knowledge  Sleep decrease - Typically, manic episodes start with insomnia and can devolve into multiday sleeplessness Talkativeness - More talkative than usual with pressured speech and a tangential thought process Interviewing patients requires an understanding of mood-based mania vs. psychosis-based mania An individual with mood-based mania will more likely be restless, whereas a patient with psychosis-based mania will be more relaxed from a psychomotor standpoint Treatment of manic patients in the ED includes the use of antipsychotics to manage acute symptomatology Management can be informed and directed by the patient's history i.e. known medications that have worked for the patient ED management of manic patients involves a work-up for a broad differential including agitated delirium, substance-induced mania, metabolic disorders, and autoimmune diseases. Some individuals experience manic episodes from marijuana and other illicit substances Antidepressants used in bipolar patients for suspected depression may induce mania Important to avoid using antidepressants as first-line therapy Mental health holds can be beneficial in patients with grave disabilities from mania Oftentimes, undertreatment of manic episodes leads to re-hospitalization Inpatient treatment: Environment is important - ensure that patients get solo rooms if possible to minimize stimulation Antipsychotics, including risperidone and olanzapine, with or without a benzodiazepine, are useful for short-term agitation Long-term treatment involves coupled pharmacological treatments with non-pharmacological treatments Sleep Fractured sleep is one of the earliest warning signs that someone has an imminent manic episode Poor sleep can be an inciting factor for mania, which then turns into a cycle that further propagates a patient's manic episode Summarized and edited by Jorge Chalit, OMSII | Studio production by Jeffrey Olson, MS2  

Dr Cynthia Geppert joins Ethics Talk to discuss her article: "Is There a Case for Palliative Care Addiction Psychiatry?”  Recorded June 5, 2023.  Read the full article here. 

“Dr. Kim”, as she is known, has been treating addictions (substance, process, and food), mood disorders, eating disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders for more than a decade. In 2016 she co-founded SunCloud Health and currently serves as Chief Medical Officer and CEO. Kim Dennis, MD, CEDS is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating addictions (substance, process, and food), eating disorders, and co-occurring disorders. She has helped thousands of remarkable people with their illnesses. Her knowledge of eating disorders and addiction isn't just limited to her academic and clinical experience, having had her own personal experience as a woman in recovery from an eating disorder and alcoholism. Today, she can combine her personal journey with her medical training to help SunCloud Health patients become emotionally strong, responsible problem-solvers, who are inspired to create fulfilling lives for themselves. She believes in and maintains a holistic perspective in the practice of psychiatry, incorporating biological, psycho-social and spiritual approaches into the individually tailored treatment programs for each patient at SunCloud Health. Dr. Dennis obtained her medical degree from the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, and completed her psychiatry residency training at the University of Chicago Hospitals, where she served as chief resident. During her training, she was part of the multi-disciplinary eating disorders team specializing in treating young people with eating disorders and their families. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the Academy for Eating Disorders, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, and the American Society for Addiction Medicine. She is published in the areas of gender differences in the development of psychopathology, co-occurring eating disorders and self-injury, and the use of medication with family-based therapy for young people with anorexia nervosa. She is also on the editorial board of Eating Disorders: The Journal of Treatment and Prevention. Dr. Dennis contributes regularly to news networks, such as ABC News and CNN, other national press such as the Huffington Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, and Web MD, and professional magazines such as Addiction Professional and Behavioral Healthcare. She is a monthly columnist for It's All in the Journey magazine and was recently featured on TLC Discovery Channel's “My Strange Addiction” and ABC's “20/20.” Dr. Kim has a regular blog called, “Live Free”. Contact Dr. Kim: Website: https://suncloudhealth.com/ Contact: drkim@suncloudhealth.com The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.    

There is no one pathway to recovery for people battling addiction. Is approaching addiction psychiatry with one blanket method going to do more harm than help? Dr. Daryl Shorter, Medical Director of Addictions Services at The Menninger Clinic and professor at Baylor College of Medicine joins Mind Dive hosts Dr. Kerry Horrell and Dr. Bob Boland to discuss the landscape of different addiction treatment methods and how to approach them. On this episode, Dr. Shorter discusses how clinicians can best align their perspectives for a more successful outcome in treating addiction, citing that the most important concept is to always impart hope to those struggling with alcohol or substance abuse.“Hope for the people that feel hopeless… treatment works, but we must get those struggling with addiction to the treatment,” said Dr. Shorter, “It may not always look the same for everyone there is no “one sizes fits all” approach to this. You have to try to tailor that care to the individual.” Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss an episode. Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic's research and leadership roles in mental health. Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to stay up to date on new Mind Dive episodes. To submit a topic for discussion, email podcast@menninger.edu. If you are a new or regular listener, please leave us a review on your favorite listening platform! Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic's research and leadership role in mental health.

Topic: Holistic Psychiatry- does Ketamine have a role?   Dr. Michael Gurevich is a conventionally-trained psychiatrist who is Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Holistic Medicine, and Certified in Acupuncture. He has been practicing for over 30 years.   After a few years of busy practice in a psychiatric hospital, clinic, and private practice, Dr. Gurevich became disappointed with conventional psychiatry. Seeking to heal his patients better, he studied and applied in his practice multiple healing modalities rarely associated with psychiatry. These included functional, orthomolecular, and German biological medicine, neural therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, positive psychology, acupuncture and guided imagery, spirituality and meditation, and Systemic Family Constellation.   His treatment strategies are guided by individualized, energetically based diagnostic methods: Autonomic Response Testing and Bio-Resonance Analysis of Health.   At his clinic on Long Island, NY he treats patients whom many conventional and integrative treatment modalities have failed. His approach aims to get patients off medications and restore their health and well-being. He and his staff creatively combine multiple healing modalities, rarely amalgamated in one practice setting.   For the past 15 years, Dr. Gurevich has been nominated by the prestigious Castle Connolly publication as one of the best doctors on Long Island. He has been invited to lecture at several North American medical conferences. He is a member of the Institute of Functional Medicine, the International Society for Orthomolecular Medicine, the American Psychiatric Association, and the Greater Long Island Psychiatric Society.

In the episode of Cracking Addiction, we are joined by Dr Daniel Pham an Addiction Psychiatrist working at Turning Point who discusses with us the differences and similarities between Addiction Medicine and Addiction Psychiatry. We discuss the term dual diagnosis and the interplay between mental health and substance use disorders. This episode focuses mainly on trauma, PTSD and its interplay with substance use disorders and we discuss how trauma occurs and how to diagnose trauma and PTSD. We also explore integrated care and how to manage patients with co-occurring trauma or PTSD and substance use disorders and we touch on trauma informed care and how to approach taking a trauma history.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

Addiction is at an all-time high in the United States and the results are deadly. During the COVID-19 pandemic, binge drinking increased by 21 percent and drug overdoses claimed more than 100,000 lives in just a 12-month period.    But what causes a person to develop an addiction? Why are substance use disorders so complicated to treat? And what new treatments are giving people hope that recovery is possible?   MPR News shares “Substance Use & New Paths to Recovery,” a special broadcast from Call to Mind, American Public Media's initiative to foster conversations about mental health. Through in-depth interviews and reported stories, we hear firsthand from individuals who have recovered from substance use disorders, clinicians leading research to transform the treatment field, and experts who work to decriminalize substance use disorders.   Call to Mind specials are hosted by Kimberly Adams, senior correspondent for APM's Marketplace who covers mental health, politics, business and the economy from Washington, D.C. Guests: Scott Edwards is an associate professor of physiology at LSU Health Sciences Center and the associate director at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) a T32 Program.  Yasmin Hurd is the director of the Addiction Institute within the Mount Sinai Behavioral Health System and the Ward Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience. She is also a professor of psychiatry and neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.  Carrie Kappel is a registered nurse and the board co-chair of the Minnesota Nursing Peer Support Network (NPSN), manager of operations of addiction services at Allina Health.  Dr. Joji Susuki is the director of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry at Brigham and Women's Hospital and an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.   Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.   

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Snehal Bhatt about the use of psychedelics in the treatment of substance use disorders. Dr. Bhatt was one of the principal investigators for an exciting new study demonstrating the ability of psilocybin to reduce heavy drinking in patients with alcohol use disorder.  He reviews the history of psychedelic use in medicine, discusses their future therapeutic potential, and goes over the details of his psilocybin trial. Dr. Snehal Bhatt is the Chief of Addiction Psychiatry and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Bhatt's work focuses on improving access to addiction treatment in communities across New Mexico, novel pharmacological treatments for substance use disorders, and medical education.Read Dr. Bhatt's study at https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2795625If you enjoy what you hear, please feel free to contribute at www.trappedunderstandingaddiction.com to support harm reduction efforts. Social media:https://twitter.com/trappedcasthttps://www.instagram.com/trappedcast/

This is such an important episode and one that we hope all listeners will enjoy this second time around.For parents of adult children, mental health disease is one of our most frightening thoughts.  We are hoping this episode will help us understand, support and accept this disease.  This is a fabulous episode.  Today we speak with Dr. Elizabeth Cookson (Beth) a psychiatrist who has over 35 years of experience.  A former president of the Colorado Psychiatric Society, she is Board Certified in General and Addiction Psychiatry. She has dealt with children and adults of all ages in public psychiatric settings.She is here so that all of us have a better understanding of mental health for both ourselves and our adult children. For over 15 years she worked as the Director of Psychiatry for the Colorado Coalition for Homeless.  Beth explains in laymen terms for all of us the stages of mental health disease, when to look for signs and how to help your child you suspect may be suffering.  We cover so many topics.We loved this episode and feel like Beth was a rockstar interviewee.  Here are links to the resources that Beth mentions in the episode:I'm Not Sick I Don't Need Help, by Xavier Amador, is the source of the LEAP approach (Listen - Empathize - Agree - Partner). More specifics can be found here.The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act - passed in 2008, went into effect 7/1/14. The heritability statistics I Beth referred to are from REthink.  She says that their website has some of the clearest info and advice for families that she has seen.This blog by a therapist is Washington State has specifics about ways to access CRAFT The Gardener and the Carpenter by Alison GopnikThanks to Connie Gorant Fisher, our audio engineer.Visit our website at www.biteyourtonguepodcast.comSupport us:Buy us a coffee:  LINK HEREBuy a mug:  LINK HERESome deals for listeners:Denise's favorite shape-wear company.  Denise particularly LOVES their best selling Truekind Daily Comfort Wireless Bra.  "It holds you up and is so comfortable.  I am hooked - truly," says Denise.  Use this link and just put biteyourtongue (one word) in the CODE at checkout.Please stay engaged.  Let us know how you like the episodes and also let us know what topics you'd like us to explore.And remember - sometimes you might just have to BITE YOUR TONGUE!Soraya -Be Convinced! Sharing Lifechanging Stories of HopeHost Soraya Coffelt shares lifechanging stories of hope to encourage and motivate you.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Jonathan Avery, M.D. reviews what parents should know about teen substance use and addiction. He discusses new developments and statistics, since his previous episode on "Teen Vaping and the Impact of Vaping on Public Health. " He also highlights the increase in teen depression and suicide rates and the correlation with addiction, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. He also goes over his recent appointment as the Stephen P. Tobin and Dr. Arnold M. Cooper Associate Professor in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry and Vice Chair for Addiction Psychiatry, and the services offered at the Program for Substance Use and Stigma of Addiction.To schedule with Dr. Jonathan Avery

This week, I'm joined by Dr. Myra Mathis, an addiction psychiatrist, clinical leader and community leader, and a person of faith. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Mathis walks us through her daily experience as a psychiatrist in our present-day society, and she describes what gives her joy in her work. As one who embraces holistic … Continue reading Addiction Psychiatry, Recovery Journeys, Fighting Stigma and Holding on to Hope, with Myra Mathis →

Dr. Cachat and Brian look at a letter (Smith et al, 2022) authored by former Kratom Science Podcast guests Dr. Kirsten Smith, Dr. Oliver Grundmann, Dr. Chris McCurdy, Dr. Darshan Singh, and other experts in the kratom field. The letter questions a systematic review (Broyan et al, 2022) of kratom case reports that offers buprenorphine … Journal Club #33: Kratom Scientists Pen Letter Questioning Case Report Review Read More » The post Journal Club #33: Kratom Scientists Pen Letter Questioning Case Report Review first appeared on Kratom Science.

One of the most difficult roles of a parent is noticing when our kids are at risk and need help. Learn how to spot early signs of drug and alcohol abuse in your children and adolescents, and how to take the next steps toward healing.  Listen in as psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Reid, speaks with experienced substance abuse counselor, Richard Capriola, author of The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse.Topics we Discuss:*What are the two most common substances used by adolescents?*What are key warning signs that your child may be abusing drugs or alcohol?*Where can parents find professional support for their teens?*Why is early identification and treatment of substance use so important?Richard Capriola has been a mental health and substance abuse counselor for over two decades. He has treated both teens and adults and worked as an addictions counselor at Menninger Clinic in Houston, Texas for over a decade. Richard Capriola's Website: HelpTheAddictedChild.comJennifer Reid, MD on Instagram: @TheReflectiveDocReferences from Episode:Book: The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance AbuseLooking for more from The Reflective Doc? Subscribe today so you don't miss out!Also check out Dr. Reid's regular contributions to Psychology Today: Think Like a Shrink**********************Seeking a mental health provider? Try Psychology TodayNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255SAMHSA's National Helpline - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)-a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.Thank you to Brendan Callahan for the original music featured on the podcast.Disclaimer:The information and other content provided on this podcast or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this website is for general information purposes only.If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult with your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that have read on this website, blog or in any linked materials. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services (911) immediately. You can also access the National Suicide Help Line at 1-800-273-8255

About Today's GuestMichael Genovese is the chief medical officer of Acadia Healthcare, the largest stand-alone provider of behavioral healthcare in the United States. Acadia operates a network of 238 behavioral health facilities in 40 States and Puerto Rico. Dr. Genovese is serves on the CMO Corporate Council of the Joint Commission and is Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, a member of the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and the American Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Genovese co-founded the multidisciplinary medical practice Long Island Mind and Body in New York while practicing as an attending physician at NYU/Winthrop University Hospital. He was a fellow at the NYU/North Shore University Hospital Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Program, and he completed his residency training at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.Before beginning his medical studies, Dr. Genovese earned a Juris Doctor degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He is a member of the New York Bar and the American Bar Association and is an advocate for attorneys and first responders seeking treatment for addiction and co-occurring disorders.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeAcadia Healthcare Military & Family Support ServicesPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThe PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Substance Use Disorder in Military and Veteran Populations. Dr. Genovese has a background in treating substance use disorders and the topic was discussed on this week's show. This course is one that is specifically for healthcare providers in helping them understand how substance use disorders can be identified and addressed. You can find a link to the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/Substance-Use-Disorder-in-Military-and-Veteran-Populations This Episode Sponsored By:This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt is a world-leading expert on treating eating disorders. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, she has developed four separate treatment programs, all grounded on a strong bio-psycho-social foundation, and incorporating intensive psychotherapy, with behavioral foundations, and high medical standards. Wendy received her specialty training at New York University-Bellevue Hospital in New York City, she has also held faculty positions at New York University, Albert Einstein School of Medicine and University of Nevada School of Medicine. Wendy is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and in both Adult and Addiction Psychiatry.  She is the author of two books, most recently Questions and Answers on Binge Eating Disorder, A Guide for Clinicians. She is a Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. She has received Senatorial Recognition for her commitment to the mental health treatment community. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In today's episode of Psych Talk, I speak with JP Padda, MD a psychiatrist in Canada specializing in addiction, specifically opioid addiction. JP shares about his journey to becoming a psychiatrist, as well as how he got interested in specializing in the addiction field. JP defines for listeners what addiction is from a psychological perspective, emphasizing the impact it has on a person's functioning. We discuss common misconceptions about addiction, how psychiatrists treat addiction, both from a client-centered and prescription perspective, and the risks and benefits of treating addiction with medication. JP shares some of the challenges he and his patients have experienced since COVID with regard to mental health care access and increase of overdoses. JP also shares what prescribers can do to lessen the risk for prescription medication abuse. Oh, and did I mention JP is also an actor?In this episode we discuss addiction and trauma. Please be advised when listening to this episode and stop listening or reach out to someone you trust if topics discussed in this episode are difficult for you to listen to.Connect with JP:Instagram: @jppaddanotmorganWays to Work With Me:Mind Over MatterLGBTQ+ Affirming MasterclassBe a guest on my podcastResources:Anti-Racism ResourcesLGBTQ+ Affirming ResourcesThe Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary SettingConnect with Me:Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphdFollow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcastFollow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphdJoin my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go ThroughSponsors & Collaborations:BetterHelpIntro/Outro Music:Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeodMusic LicenseSupport the show (https://paypal.me/jessicaleighphd)

There is no one pathway to recovery for people battling addiction. Is approaching addiction psychiatry with one blanket method going to do more harm than help? Dr. Daryl Shorter, Medical Director of Addictions Services at The Menninger Clinic and professor at Baylor College of Medicine joins Mind Dive hosts Dr. Kerry Horrell and Dr. Bob Boland to discuss the landscape of different addiction treatment methods and how to approach them. On this episode, Dr. Shorter discusses how clinicians can best align their perspectives for a more successful outcome in treating addiction, citing that the most important concept is to always impart hope to those struggling with alcohol or substance abuse.“Hope for the people that feel hopeless… treatment works, but we must get those struggling with addiction to the treatment,” said Dr. Shorter, “It may not always look the same for everyone there is no “one sizes fits all” approach to this. You have to try to tailor that care to the individual.” Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss an episode. Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic's research and leadership roles in mental health. Listen to Episode 3: “Navigating Boundary Violations with Dr. Glen Gabbard”

This Episode features three experts uniquely qualified to speak about the gambling industry, addiction, and recovery:  Dr. Timothy Fong, Jack O'Donnell, and Arnie Wexler.In 2018 the Supreme Court overturned a federal law that had blocked sports gambling, putting legalization in the hands of each state. Currently, 30 states and Washington, D.C. have made it legal. About 100 million people can now make wagers from their homes and on their phones. The landscape is changing quickly.For many, gambling offers a harmless and entertaining diversion from everyday life. For others, the simple act of placing a bet is a very different experience. When does gambling become problematic for a person? Who is at risk?  Three guests share their insights as we talk about the changing terrain of sports betting, the proliferation of advertising, gambling addiction, suicide, integrity in sports, and finding resources for help. Dr. Fong is a Professor of Psychiatry, board-certified in Addiction Psychiatry, at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA.   He is the director of the UCLA Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship, a one-year program that provides clinical training in the management of addictive disorders, and the co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program.  Jack O'Donnell is the CEO of C4 Recovery Foundation. C4 is a non-profit that advocates and develops policy, treatment systems, and educates on addiction and behavioral health issues throughout the world. Prior to joining C4 he was CEO of two private treatment facilities.For 26 years prior to entering the addiction field, Jack was a successful executive in the casino gaming industry. He was President and COO for Merv Griffin and Donald Trump in Atlantic City. He also developed 5 casino projects for his own company in four states and Greece.Arnie Wexler is a Certified Compulsive Gambling Counselor and was the Executive Director of the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey for eight years. His book,  "All Bets Are Off. Losers, Liars and Recovery," provides a revealing picture of how compulsive gambling ravages the lives of both the addict and those around him or her. It is also an inspiring story of hope and healing for anyone affected by problem gambling. Arnie placed his last bet on April 10, 1968. 

-@channel How can the medical field better address patients with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental illness? That's the central focus of Dr. Jonathan Avery's work, the Director of Addiction Psychiatry and Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. This week, Dr. Avery joins Rabbi Iggy to discuss the challenges many patients with substance use disorders face when interacting with the medical community - whether it be inadequate training, existing stigma, or limiting psychiatric approaches. Through his research, Dr. Avery advocates for how greater connectivity and compassion in clinical practice can lead to better outcomes. Together, Dr. Avery and Rabbi Iggy discuss the importance of therapeutic recovery communities like T'Shuvah Center, and the lessons that can be learned from integrated models of addiction treatment.

In the final installment of my drug facts series, I discuss sedative-hypnotic and anxiolytic drugs with Dr. Christopher Blazes, Director of the Addiction Psychiatry fellowship at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Blazes is triple board-certified in psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and emergency medicine and has published and lectured extensively on benzodiazepine use. In this episode, he reviews the most commonly used drugs in the sedative-hypnotic class of medications, the risks associated with benzodiazepine dependence and addiction, and how patients who have a use disorder are treated. Learn more about Dr. Blazes at https://www.ohsu.edu/people/christopher-blazes-md

Dr. Kim, as she is known, has been treating addictions (substance, process, and food), mood disorders, eating disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders for more than a decade. In 2016 she co-founded SunCloud Health and currently serves as Chief Medical Officer and CEO. Kim Dennis, MD, CEDS is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating addictions (substance, process, and food), eating disorders, and co-occurring disorders. She has helped thousands of remarkable people with their illnesses. Her knowledge of eating disorders and addiction isn't just limited to her academic and clinical experience, having had her own personal experience as a woman in recovery from an eating disorder and alcoholism. Today, she can combine her personal journey with her medical training to help SunCloud Health patients become emotionally strong, responsible problem-solvers, who are inspired to create fulfilling lives for themselves. She believes in and maintains a holistic perspective in the practice of psychiatry, incorporating biological, psycho-social, and spiritual approaches into the individually tailored treatment programs for each patient at SunCloud Health. Dr. Dennis obtained her medical degree from the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, and completed her psychiatry residency training at the University of Chicago Hospitals, where she served as chief resident. During her training, she was part of the multi-disciplinary eating disorders team specializing in treating young people with eating disorders and their families. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the Academy for Eating Disorders, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, and the American Society for Addiction Medicine. She is published in the areas of gender differences in the development of psychopathology, co-occurring eating disorders and self-injury, and the use of medication with family-based therapy for young people with anorexia nervosa. She is also on the editorial board of Eating Disorders: The Journal of Treatment and Prevention. Dr. Dennis contributes regularly to news networks, such as ABC News and CNN, other national press such as the Huffington Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, and Web MD, and professional magazines such as Addiction Professional and Behavioral Healthcare. She is a monthly columnist for It's All in the Journey magazine and was recently featured on TLC Discovery Channel's “My Strange Addiction” and ABC's “20/20.” Dr. Kim has a regular blog called, “Live Free”. In this episode: Medications to treat Food Addiction Pros/Cons for medication interventions Conversations with medical providers Professionals need to work together on these issues Bariatric options Hope for remission and solution for this disease Will Food Addiction ever be acknowledged? Will ED ever acknowledge FA is real? What research is still needed? Spirituality Body Image  Contact Dr. Kim: Website: https://suncloudhealth.com/ Contact: drkim@suncloudhealth.com The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede the professional relationship and direction of your healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

It's often challenging for pregnant people who are using substances to receive the proper care they need.  In today's episode we'll talk with three providers of the Maternal Substance Use Disorder Clinic at UIHC.  We'll learn more about creating a trusting environment to care for these patients.  Gerard Clancy, MD, Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs and Professor of Psychiatry, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Sarah Hambright, BA, Social Worker, Maternal Substance Use Disorders Clinic, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Abbey Hardy-Fairbanks, MD, Medical Director for UI Women's Health and Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Meagan Thompson, DNP, ARNP, IBCLC, Certified Nurse-Midwife and Clinical Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Gerard Clancy, guests, and the members of the planning committee for Rounding@IOWA have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=45230  Accreditation: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. CME Credit Designation: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses: Effective March 18, 2020, Iowa nurses may use participation in ACCME-accredited education toward their CE requirement for licensure. A certificate of participation will be available after successful completion of the course. (Nurses from other states should confirm with their licensing boards that this activity meets their state's licensing requirements.) Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.) References: Evicted: Poverty & Profit in the American City (book) Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town (book) The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma (book) Words Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) SAMHSA's Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach Changing the Language of Addiction | Psychiatry and Behavioral Health | JAMA | JAMA Network

“Dr. Kim”, as she is known, has been treating addictions (substance, process, and food), mood disorders, eating disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders for more than a decade. In 2016 she co-founded SunCloud Health and currently serves as Chief Medical Officer and CEO. Kim Dennis, MD, CEDS is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating addictions (substance, process, and food), eating disorders, and co-occurring disorders. She has helped thousands of remarkable people with their illnesses. Her knowledge of eating disorders and addiction isn't just limited to her academic and clinical experience, having had her own personal experience as a woman in recovery from an eating disorder and alcoholism. Today, she can combine her personal journey with her medical training to help SunCloud Health patients become emotionally strong, responsible problem-solvers, who are inspired to create fulfilling lives for themselves. She believes in and maintains a holistic perspective in the practice of psychiatry, incorporating biological, psycho-social and spiritual approaches into the individually tailored treatment programs for each patient at SunCloud Health. Dr. Dennis obtained her medical degree from the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, and completed her psychiatry residency training at the University of Chicago Hospitals, where she served as chief resident. During her training, she was part of the multi-disciplinary eating disorders team specializing in treating young people with eating disorders and their families. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the Academy for Eating Disorders, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, and the American Society for Addiction Medicine. She is published in the areas of gender differences in the development of psychopathology, co-occurring eating disorders and self-injury, and the use of medication with family-based therapy for young people with anorexia nervosa. She is also on the editorial board of Eating Disorders: The Journal of Treatment and Prevention. Dr. Dennis contributes regularly to news networks, such as ABC News and CNN, other national press such as the Huffington Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, and Web MD, and professional magazines such as Addiction Professional and Behavioral Healthcare. She is a monthly columnist for It's All in the Journey magazine and was recently featured on TLC Discovery Channel's “My Strange Addiction” and ABC's “20/20.” Dr. Kim has a regular blog called, “Live Free”. In Today's Episode: Dr. Kim's personal and professional journeys SunCloud – What clients can expect How she and her team treat Food Addiction and Eating Disorder Treatment interventions for physiological and psychological symptoms Volume eating/addiction Harm reduction and abstinence Weight Bias The importance of community Our Signature Question! Contact Dr. Kim: Website: https://suncloudhealth.com/ Contact: drkim@suncloudhealth.com   The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede the professional relationship and direction of your healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

Kenneth Paul Rosenberg, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital, and a member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, the Society for Sex Therapy and Research and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. Since 2001, he has been listed every year as a Top Addiction Psychiatrist in New York Magazine's “Best Doctors” issue and is listed as a U.S. News Top Doctor in U.S. News and World Report. He has produced films for PBS and HBO to educate the public about medicine and psychiatry, for which he is the recipient of a George Foster Peabody Award and has been recognized by both the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Follow Dr. Rosenberg on Twitter.

For parents of adult children, mental health disease is one of our most frightening thoughts.  We are hoping this episode will help us understand, support and accept this disease.  This is a fabulous episode.  Today we speak with Dr. Elizabeth Cookson (Beth) a psychiatrist who has over 35 years of experience.  A former president of the Colorado Psychiatric Society, she is Board Certified in General and Addiction Psychiatry. She has dealt with children and adults of all ages in public psychiatric settings.She is here so that all of us have a better understanding of mental health for both ourselves and our adult children. For over 15 years she worked as the Director of Psychiatry for the Colorado Coalition for Homeless.  Beth explains in laymen terms for all of us the stages of mental health disease, when to look for signs and how to help your child you suspect may be suffering.  We cover so many topics.We loved this episode and feel like Beth was a rockstar interviewee.  Here are links to the resources that Beth mentions in the episode:I'm Not Sick I Don't Need Help, by Xavier Amador, is the source of the LEAP approach (Listen - Empathize - Agree - Partner). More specifics can be found here.The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act - passed in 2008, went into effect 7/1/14. The heritability statistics I Beth referred to are from REthink.  She says that their website has some of the clearest info and advice for families that she has seen.This blog by a therapist is Washington State has specifics about ways to access CRAFT The Gardener and the Carpenter by Alison GopnikThanks to Connie Gorant Fisher, our audio engineer.Visit our website at www.biteyourtonguepodcast.comSupport us:Buy us a coffee:  LINK HEREBuy a mug:  LINK HERESome deals for listeners:Denise's favorite shape-wear company.  Denise particularly LOVES their best selling Truekind Daily Comfort Wireless Bra.  "It holds you up and is so comfortable.  I am hooked - truly," says Denise.  Use this link and just put biteyourtongue (one word) in the CODE at checkout.Please stay engaged.  Let us know how you like the episodes and also let us know what topics you'd like us to explore.And remember - sometimes you might just have to BITE YOUR TONGUE! 

In mental health treatment today, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is nothing less than a sensation, and some of the most promising results are in addiction treatment. Droves of people—from researchers and clinicians to underground shamans and private funders—are hailing the re-emergence of psychedelics like psilocybin, MDMA,  ayahuasca, and ketamine as a “renaissance.” But despite the hype and money being funneled in this direction, big questions remain. What do these substances actually do? How should we use them? And from a broader perspective, how are we supposed to integrate them into our existing, troubled systems?   Dr. Elias Dawkar is an addiction psychiatrist and psychiatric researcher at Columbia on the frontlines of investigating these questions. He has combined ketamine infusions with mindfulness-based relapse prevention and other addiction therapies and found some stunning rates of recovery. Despite being an accomplished scientist, though, Elias is no reductionist—a clinician and a committed meditation practitioner himself, he has a refreshingly nuanced and integrative perspective on the use of psychedelics. For him, addiction is just one manifestation of deeper efforts to free oneself from a “primordial suffering,” and he offers psychedelics in that spirit: “an opportunity for having the freedom the freedom they were looking for in the first place. The freedom, within themselves, from suffering.” In fact, he also has serious qualms about some of the ways psychedelics are being fit into medicine and the marketplace. Elias Dakwar, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the Columbia University Department of Psychiatry, where he is also affiliated with the Columbia Center for Healing of Opioid and Other Substance Use Disorders (CHOSEN). After completing a fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry at Columbia, he began studying the use of ketamine infusions combined with mindfulness training to treat cocaine use disorders. He is now a principal investigator on several large grants evaluating ketamine for the treatment of opioid use disorder, cocaine use disorder, and alcohol use disorder. His work has been published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, Harvard Review of Psychiatry, Biological Psychiatry, and other major scientific journals.  In this episode:  - Elias speaking at the Horizons Conference in New York City. - The connections between psychedelics and other contemplative practices, like vipassana, Vedic mantra-based meditation, and Zen meditation, and how Elias brings mind-body practices into his clinical work. - Elias's perspective on recovery and addiction, and making sense of addiction as just one manifestation of a process of suffering. - Albert Hoffman's storied “Bicycle Day”, the first recorded LSD trip. (a cool illustration here) - The Immortality Key, a historical investigation into the role psychedelics have played in the origins of Western civilization- The pitfalls of psychedelics: at the individual level, attachment to experience and reifying the trip itself. At the social level, how overmedicalization can miss out on cultural and community renewal as part of flourishing.  Sign up for my newsletter for regular updates on new interviews, material, and other writings.

On today's Reset Renew Revive Podcast, our host Dr. Bindiya Gandhi speaks with Dr. Tola. Dr. Tola T'Sarumi is a Psychiatrist and Addiction expert who helps professionals and physicians overcome addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts. She's the Director of Dr. Tola and creator of Addiction Support System, an online community program, etc., that uses a multi-step integrative therapeutic framework that incorporates extensive research, clinical practice of patients with addiction, by guiding these patients to a place of recovery and wellness. After seeing the devastation of alcohol and drug addiction in her family, Dr. Tola now uses her expertise and Addiction Support System framework to help others.  Dr.Tola has been tapped as an expert professional for publications, podcasts, and film, where she speaks about mental health topics, such as addiction, suicide, and depression on numerous stages. Dr. Tola received an award from the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and has also received an award from Columbia University/ NYC on her work on physician suicide. She has been featured in Medscape, the Canadian Medical Journal, the American Association of Publishing Leadership, The American Journal on Addiction, Health eCareers; The Washington Post; Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, and on podcast shows.  Dr. Tola's path to health and wellness (1:03) Why are people afraid to seek help? (3:55) Post Partum depression (5:49) Why we have an addiction problem in this country? (8:45) Cope with Pandemic and reopening (13:00) How Dr. Tola starts her day (19:23) Dr. Tola's advice to her younger self (21:41) How to find Dr. Tola online (24:30) For more on Dr. Minich, you can find her online at: www.DrTola.com

Learn how Gentem can help increase your revenue using data and predictive reimbursement modeling at Gentem.com/TMS About Dr. Dandala: Dr. Kalyan Dandala is passionate about changing the status quo for psychiatric care. He has been a leader in TMS Treatment in The Nation and is a Clinical Consultant for the most preferred TMS system by physicians: Magventure. His goal is to make TMS available to as many people as possible and was the first Physician in Washington State to make it available to Medicare and Medicaid patients. He continues to work with the National Clinical TMS Society to expand TMS treatments to pain, addiction, dementia, autism and other diseases on top of depression and anxiety. Dr. Kalyan Dandala is a Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He has several publications and is a member of the American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, American Society of Addiction Medicine, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and the Clinical TMS Society. Learn more about his TMS practice at https://danmedtms.com/

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Larry Westreich, MD, an NYU affiliated psychiatrist who specializes in Substance Use Disorders. Dr. Westreich is triple board certified (General Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry) and Past President of The American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry. Today's well timed topic addresses the growing increase in Cannabis use among teens and young adults as the nation pushes ahead with rapid legalization of this increasingly potent drug. Discussion revolves around what to do when your loved one has a problem with Cannabis. Is Cannabis addictive? What does Cannabis Use Disorder look like? What is the scientific consensus on the effects of Cannabis on the brains of teens and young adults? Isn't it “medicine”? What's the connection between Cannabis and mental illness? Does the American Psychiatric Association hold an official position on Cannabis? How do I approach my teen/young adult child if I'm worried about his/her Cannabis use? How are Cannabis problems treated? Where do I go to find help? As he addresses these questions with intelligence and compassion, Dr. Westreich relies on decades of experience working with people struggling with Substance Use Disorders and their families.