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In this episode, Elle and Vee chat with Priestess Francesca about kink, piss, and the juicy world of dark desires. Bring your curiosity and leave your shame at the door.What is Dark Erotiscm? (3:04)Shadow Work: “fill the hole where shame used to be with love and acceptance.” (10:09)Taboo Kinks: Why are we afraid of our kinks and how can we approach them? (13:57)How can you start exploring your dark erotic desires? What to check for before you begin on your kink journey. (17:58)Where do turn-ons come from? The psychology behind why we desire what we do. The eroticsm of our traumatic experiences: recreate or obliterate. (23:40)Vee's first erotic piss play scene! (28:55)Unpacking Pee Play: How do you find where the pleasure lies? (34:52)Solo Piss Play: drinking your own golden nectar. (39:49)How to spin toilet play differently depending on the energy of the scene (worship, degradation, objectification). (40:56)Psychology behind degradation play, and the power behind Priestess Francesca's Scat Play Scene. (43:09)Discomfort is not always productive: growth vs guardianship of yourself. (48:26)Freak School. (55:09)Erotic Alchemy. (56:34)Priestess Francesca Links:WebsiteInstagramFree Masterclass!Source Information: Homosexuality in the DSM: While homosexuality was formally removed from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders in 1973, it wasn't until DSM-5 (which mobilized it's task force of 13 work groups in 2007 to focus on various disorder areas) that all diagnostic categories pertaining to sexual orientation were removed.  Many scholars and advocacy groups believe that only this can be considered "complete declassification" of non-heterosexual sexual orientations as mental disorders.BDSM in the DSM: Thanks to tremendous efforts by the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) the American Psychiatric Association (APA) announced in 2010 that it would be changing the diagnostic codes for BDSM in the next edition of the DSM (formally published in 2013 and integrated into practice in the years that followed). Trans Porn Statistical Analysis by State (USA): In 2022, Lawsuit.org issued statistical analysis to understand the love for transgender related porn by scraping daily Google search trend data, segmenting by DMA (metro area), and comparing search volume to both 2020 election voting trends, and public opinions about LGBT rights. "The data tells a tragic tale of self-loathing closet cases, Republicans who privately get off sexually to trans folks, while publicly trying to remove trans peoples' rights and stoking hate against them." You can dig into their data analysis and conclusions here Where to find us, and how you can support us:Instagram: @girlsgonedeeppod Merch: girlsgonedeep.com/shop Woo More Play Affiliate Link: Support us while you shop! WHOREible Life: Get 10% off your deck with code GONEDEEP at whoreiblelife.com Instagram: @wlthegameContact: girlsgonedeep@gmail.com

Introduction:* Hi there, and welcome—or welcome back—to Authentically ADHD! I'm [Your Name], your host, fellow ADHDer, and your guide through the beautifully chaotic, wildly creative, and sometimes frustrating world of the ADHD brain.* Now, let me ask you something—have you ever heard someone say, “ADHD isn't real, it's just an excuse,” or “Oh, everyone gets distracted sometimes”? Maybe you've even doubted yourself, wondering, Am I really struggling, or am I just not trying hard enough?* Well, my friend, if any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place. Today, we're diving headfirst into the tangled web of myths and misconceptions that surround ADHD—the ones that leave people feeling misunderstood, dismissed, and frustrated.* But here's the good news: we're bringing the facts. The real, science-backed, brain-imaging, peer-reviewed, expert-approved truth about ADHD. Together, we're going to bust these myths wide open and replace them with knowledge, empowerment, and maybe even a few lightbulb moments along the way.* Are you ready? Lets get started!Segment 1: Debunking Common MythsADHD has been misunderstood for decades, leading to myths that undermine the experiences of those who live with it. In this segment, we'll break down two of the most common and damaging misconceptions about ADHD, using historical context and scientific research to separate fact from fiction.Myth 1: ADHD Isn't a Real Disorder—It's Just an Excuse for LazinessOne of the most pervasive myths about ADHD is that it isn't a legitimate medical condition—that it's just an excuse for laziness, lack of motivation, or poor self-control. But the reality is that ADHD has been recognized as a neurodevelopmental disorder by leading medical organizations, including the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the World Health Organization (WHO).Historical Context & Scientific RecognitionADHD has been documented for centuries. As early as 1798, Scottish physician Sir Alexander Crichton described a condition in children characterized by inattentiveness and restlessness. In the early 20th century, researchers began studying what was then called “Minimal Brain Dysfunction,” a term that later evolved into ADHD as our understanding of the condition deepened.In 1968, the American Psychiatric Association formally recognized what we now know as ADHD in the second edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-II), calling it “Hyperkinetic Reaction of Childhood.” Over the decades, extensive research has led to refinements in the diagnostic criteria, demonstrating that ADHD is not just a childhood disorder but one that persists into adulthood for many individuals.Neurological Studies & Brain Imaging EvidenceThanks to advancements in neuroscience, we now have concrete evidence that ADHD is a real, measurable brain-based disorder. Brain imaging studies, including fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) and PET (positron emission tomography) scans, have revealed key differences in the brains of individuals with ADHD compared to neurotypical individuals.* Structural Differences: Research shows that people with ADHD often have smaller volumes in certain brain regions, particularly the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for executive functions like planning, impulse control, and attention regulation.* Dopamine Deficiency: ADHD is closely linked to dysfunction in the brain's dopamine system. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in motivation and reward processing. In people with ADHD, dopamine transporters clear the neurotransmitter too quickly, leading to difficulties with sustained attention, impulse control, and task persistence.* Delayed Brain Maturation: Studies have shown that the brains of children with ADHD tend to develop more slowly in key areas related to self-regulation and decision-making. This doesn't mean they're incapable—it just means their developmental timeline is different.So, ADHD isn't an excuse—it's a well-documented neurodevelopmental condition backed by decades of scientific research.Myth 2: ADHD Is Just a Lack of Discipline or Bad ParentingAnother damaging misconception is that ADHD is caused by a lack of discipline or ineffective parenting. This myth suggests that children (and adults) with ADHD simply need to “try harder” or that parents should be stricter to “fix” their child's behavior. However, scientific research overwhelmingly shows that ADHD is rooted in biology, not upbringing.Biological & Genetic FactorsADHD has a strong genetic component, meaning that if a parent has ADHD, their child is significantly more likely to have it as well. Studies estimate that ADHD is about 70-80% heritable, making it one of the most genetically influenced neurodevelopmental disorders.Twin studies have been particularly revealing:* Identical twins (who share nearly 100% of their genes) are much more likely to both have ADHD than fraternal twins (who share about 50% of their genes).* Adoption studies show that children with ADHD are more likely to have biological parents with the condition, regardless of their adoptive environment.Beyond genetics, prenatal and early life factors can also contribute to ADHD, such as:* Premature birth or low birth weight* Prenatal exposure to nicotine, alcohol, or environmental toxins* Differences in brain chemistry and structure that affect attention and impulse controlWhy the Parenting Myth PersistsADHD symptoms—such as impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity—can often be mistaken for behavioral issues caused by poor discipline. However, research shows that even children raised in highly structured, nurturing environments can still exhibit ADHD symptoms due to the biological nature of the disorder.That said, while parenting does not cause ADHD, it can influence how symptoms manifest. Parenting strategies that focus on understanding, routine, and positive reinforcement can help manage symptoms, but they don't "cure" ADHD.So, next time someone says ADHD is just a discipline issue, remember: it's a neurobiological condition that has been extensively studied, and science proves that it's much more than just “bad behavior.”Segment 2: Understanding ADHD Brain FunctionAlright, now that we've cleared up some of the most damaging myths about ADHD, let's get into the fascinating science of how the ADHD brain actually works. Because trust me—once you understand what's happening behind the scenes, everything starts to make a whole lot more sense.Brain Differences in ADHDOne of the biggest misconceptions about ADHD is that it's just a behavioral issue—when, in reality, it's deeply rooted in brain structure and function. Scientists have spent decades studying ADHD using advanced neuroimaging techniques like MRI and PET scans, and the results are eye-opening.Structural & Functional DifferencesStudies have shown that individuals with ADHD often have differences in the size and activity of certain brain regions compared to neurotypical individuals. Some of the most notable differences include:* Prefrontal Cortex: This is the brain's “CEO” responsible for decision-making, impulse control, focus, and organization. In people with ADHD, this area tends to be smaller and less active, which explains why things like planning, time management, and staying on task can be so challenging.* Basal Ganglia: This region plays a role in movement and reward processing. Researchers have found that people with ADHD often have differences in basal ganglia activity, which can contribute to hyperactivity and difficulty with delayed gratification.* Corpus Callosum: This is the bridge that connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain. Studies suggest that in ADHD, there may be differences in the communication between the two sides, which can affect how efficiently the brain processes information.But the real kicker? It's not just how the ADHD brain is structured—it's how it communicates internally through neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.Dopamine & Norepinephrine: The ADHD Brain's Chemical MessengersDopamine and norepinephrine are neurotransmitters, which are basically tiny messengers that help brain cells communicate. In ADHD, the way these chemicals are processed is different, leading to some of the core symptoms of the condition.* Dopamine: This neurotransmitter plays a major role in motivation, reward, and pleasure. In the ADHD brain, dopamine is often not regulated efficiently, meaning that everyday tasks don't provide the same sense of reward or urgency. That's why boring tasks feel physically painful to start—but something exciting? Instant hyperfocus.* Norepinephrine: This is involved in alertness and attention. In ADHD, there may be lower levels of norepinephrine, making it harder to sustain focus and filter out distractions.So, when people say, “You just need more discipline!”—nope. The ADHD brain is literally wired differently, and it's not a matter of willpower, but of brain chemistry.Executive Function Challenges: Why Organization, Planning & Impulse Control Are HarderNow, let's talk about executive function—because if you have ADHD, this is where the struggle gets real.What Are Executive Functions?Executive functions are the brain's self-management system—the skills that help us plan, prioritize, remember things, control impulses, and regulate emotions. Imagine them like the air traffic control center of your brain, making sure all your mental planes take off and land at the right time.In ADHD, this system doesn't operate as smoothly. It's like running airport operations during a thunderstorm—flights (aka thoughts) get delayed, rerouted, or crash into each other.How ADHD Affects Executive FunctionLet's break down three major executive function challenges and how research helps explain them:* Impulse Control & Inhibition* The prefrontal cortex (which helps with self-control) is less active in ADHD brains. This means impulsivity can take over—blurting things out, interrupting, acting before thinking.* Studies show that people with ADHD struggle more with delayed gratification, meaning the brain craves immediate rewards rather than long-term goals.* Working Memory & Mental Organization* Working memory is what helps us hold information in our minds while we use it—like remembering why you walked into a room or following multi-step directions.* Research shows that ADHD brains have weaker working memory abilities, which explains why you can read an email and forget what it said seconds later.* Planning & Time Management* Time perception in ADHD is fundamentally different. The ADHD brain doesn't track time linearly—it's either Now or Not Now.* MRI studies show less activation in the brain's time management areas, which explains why deadlines feel so distant—until they suddenly don't, and it's a full-blown panic.Real-World ExampleLet's say you have a report due in two weeks. A neurotypical brain naturally breaks it down: Start researching today, write a draft next week, and finalize it before the deadline.But an ADHD brain? It's like: ❌ “Plenty of time, I'll get to it later…” ❌ Forgets about it entirely. ❌ Remembers the night before and enters full panic mode.This isn't laziness—it's an actual difference in brain processing.Final Thoughts for This SegmentThe more we understand the science behind ADHD, the more we can work with our brains instead of against them. The next time you feel frustrated with yourself for forgetting something or struggling to focus, remember—it's not a character flaw. It's brain wiring.And the best part? Once you understand how your brain works, you can start using strategies that actually help. We'll get into that soon, but first—let's talk about the impact of these myths and misunderstandings on people with ADHD.Segment 3: The Impact of Myths on Individuals with ADHDAlright, now that we've broken down what ADHD actually is—and what it isn't—let's talk about something just as important: how these myths affect the people who live with ADHD every single day. Because as much as misinformation is frustrating, it's also harmful. The stigma and misunderstandings surrounding ADHD don't just exist in conversations or on social media—they have real, lasting consequences on self-esteem, relationships, education, and even career opportunities.The Weight of Stigma: The Psychological Toll of ADHD MythsImagine being told your whole life that you're just not trying hard enough. That if you cared more or were more disciplined, you'd be fine. For many people with ADHD, this is their reality. And over time, that kind of messaging doesn't just hurt—it starts to shape the way you see yourself.Research shows that individuals with ADHD are at a higher risk of developing anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, often because they've internalized these damaging narratives. When society tells you that ADHD isn't real, or that you're just being lazy, it's easy to start believing it yourself.Personal Stories: Living in the Shadow of MisinformationLet me share a story—one that might sound familiar to a lot of you.Take Sarah, for example. She was diagnosed with ADHD in her late 20s after struggling for years in school and at work. Growing up, she was always told, “You have so much potential if you'd just apply yourself.” Teachers called her distracted and unfocused, and when she forgot assignments or lost track of time, they chalked it up to irresponsibility.By the time she got to adulthood, she believed she was just bad at life. She thought she was a failure because no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't keep up with deadlines, stay organized, or focus in meetings. When she finally got diagnosed, it was a relief—but also heartbreaking. She realized she had spent years blaming herself for something that wasn't her fault.Stories like Sarah's aren't uncommon. The lack of understanding about ADHD doesn't just cause frustration—it can lead to deep feelings of shame and inadequacy. And when people don't have access to the right information, they might not seek the help they need, delaying proper treatment and support.This is why busting these myths matters. Because when we replace misinformation with education, we empower people to see their ADHD not as a flaw, but as a different way of thinking that comes with its own strengths and challenges.Segment 4: Dispelling Myths with ScienceNow that we've explored the harm that myths can cause, let's shift gears and talk about what actually works. ADHD isn't just “solved” by working harder or forcing yourself to focus—it requires evidence-based strategies that help support brain function, reduce symptoms, and make everyday life more manageable.Evidence-Based Treatments for ADHDDespite what some might say, ADHD is treatable. No, there's no magic “cure” that will make it disappear, but there are science-backed approaches that can significantly improve focus, impulse control, and overall well-being.1. Medication: A Tool, Not a CrutchADHD medications—like stimulants (such as Adderall and Ritalin) and non-stimulants (like Strattera)—help regulate dopamine and norepinephrine levels in the brain. And despite common myths, they aren't about dulling someone's personality or making them dependent.Instead, think of medication as glasses for the ADHD brain—they don't change who you are, but they help things come into focus. Studies show that stimulant medications are effective for about 70-80% of people with ADHD, improving focus, impulse control, and working memory.2. Behavioral Therapies: Rewiring the ADHD BrainCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and ADHD coaching are powerful tools that help people develop skills to manage symptoms. Therapy can help with:* Time management and organization strategies* Emotional regulation techniques* Reframing negative self-talk that stems from years of feeling “not good enough”3. Lifestyle Adjustments: Daily Habits That Make a DifferenceADHD management goes beyond just medication and therapy—small lifestyle changes can make a huge impact. Some research-backed strategies include:* Exercise: Regular movement helps boost dopamine and improve focus.* Sleep hygiene: ADHD brains often struggle with sleep regulation, but prioritizing rest can help with focus and impulse control.* Diet and nutrition: While food isn't a “cure,” balanced meals with protein and healthy fats can support brain function.Educational & Workplace Accommodations: Setting People Up for SuccessOne of the most damaging myths about ADHD is that people just need to “push through” and “work harder” to succeed. But the truth is, when people with ADHD get the right accommodations, they thrive.1. ADHD in School: The Power of AccommodationsIn educational settings, simple supports can make a world of difference. Some examples include:* Extended time on tests or assignments to accommodate slower processing speeds.* Alternative work environments (like quiet spaces) to reduce distractions.* Access to audiobooks or speech-to-text software for students who struggle with reading or writing.Studies have shown that students with ADHD perform significantly better when given these accommodations—proving that the issue isn't about intelligence or effort, but about creating the right environment for learning.2. ADHD in the Workplace: Creating an ADHD-Friendly Career PathMany adults with ADHD struggle in traditional 9-to-5 jobs, not because they're incapable, but because workplaces aren't always designed for neurodivergent minds. Some game-changing accommodations include:* Flexible work schedules (because forcing focus at 8 AM doesn't work for everyone).* Task management tools and deadline reminders to support executive function.* Clear, written instructions rather than relying solely on verbal communication.Companies that implement ADHD-friendly policies often see higher productivity and job satisfaction from employees with ADHD. Because when people are supported, they do their best work.Final Thoughts: ADHD is Real, and So Are the SolutionsSo, let's bring it all together. ADHD is real, it's biological, and it's not caused by laziness or bad parenting. Myths and misinformation can be damaging, but when we replace them with knowledge and understanding, we empower individuals with ADHD to embrace who they are and access the support they deserve.If you take away one thing from this episode, let it be this: You are not broken. You are not lazy. Your brain just works differently—and that's okay. With the right tools, strategies, and support, you can build a life that works with your brain, not against it.

In this Bell Work Talk, Antoinette discusses the critical intersection of mental health and non-fatal strangulation in the context of intimate partner violence (IPV). Drawing from the latest research, this episode highlights how strangulation is often an overlooked yet severe form of violence that leaves lasting physical and psychological effects. Antoinette also discusses the importance of enhancing mental health assessments, the role of healthcare providers in identifying subtle indicators of strangulation, and how trauma-informed care can lead to better outcomes for survivors. Join us as we shed light on this silent yet significant issue and offer insights into improving care for vulnerable populations. Antoinette Janson is an experienced forensic nurse with specialized training in intimate partner violence. With a focus on improving forensic medical documentation and patient care, she is actively involved in forensic nursing education through a mobile simulation lab and in-person clinical simulation events. As a published co-author on non-fatal strangulation and mental health assessments, Antoinette brings both practical and research-based expertise to the Bell Work Talk podcast. Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text: START to 88788 Love is Respect (for teens and young adults) Call 1-866-331-9474 Test: LOVEIS to 22522 Strong Hearts Helpline (Native American and Alaska Native survivors) Text or call: 1-844-7NATIVE (1-844-762-8483) Chat online at: strongheartshelpline.org Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Intimate Partner Violence https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/ American Psychiatric Association (APA) https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/domestic-violence Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) www.biausa.org Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention https://www.strangulationtraininginstitute.com/ Survey: We'd really like to learn more about what you think of the podcast, and what you'd like to hear in future episodes. https://forms.gle/dos4a11PEmCgth7Z8 (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING)

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers an introduction to consultation-liaison psychiatry with Dr. Raed Hawa and Dr. Alan Wai, both from the University of Toronto. Dr. Raed Hawa is an esteemed CL psychiatrist and educator. Dr Hawa's interests are in the areas of undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education. He also practices general sleep medicine with particular clinical interest in the areas of insomnia, co-morbid psychiatric and medical illnesses, and sleep-related movement disorders. He currently serves as the President of the Canadian Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry (CACLP) and holds the position of Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Additionally, Dr. Hawa is the Deputy Psychiatrist-in-Chief at the Centre for Mental Health, University Health Network. Dr. Hawa has earned American Board Certification in Psychiatry, with subspecialty certifications in Sleep Medicine and Psychosomatic Medicine (Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry). His expertise and contributions to the field have been recognized through his designation as a Distinguished Fellow of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA). Dr. Alan Wai is a psychiatrist at the University Health Network in Toronto and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. He provides inpatient CL psychiatry care and mental health and psychiatric care embedded in the Immunodeficiency Clinic at Toronto General Hospital, where he sees both persons living with and at risk of HIV. He received his medical degree from the University of British Columbia and completed his psychiatric residency training at the University of Toronto. The learning objectives for this episode are as follows: By the end of this episode, the listener will be able to… Outline the history and evolution of CL psychiatry Define the role and scope of CL psychiatrists in diverse medical settings Identify and assess common psychiatric disorders in CL settings Provide differential diagnoses and a general approach to a CL patient through a sample case Guests: Dr. Raed Hawa and Dr. Alan Wai Hosts: Annie Yu (PGY3), Sena Gok (MD), and Matthew Cho (CC3) Audio editing by: Sena Gok Show notes by: Sena Gok Interview content: Introduction - 00:13 Learning objectives - 01:09 First guest introduction - 01:36 History of CL psychiatry - 03:18 Subspecialties within CL psychiatry - 10:33 Collaborative care of CL psychiatry - 14:00 Preparation for CL Rotation - 20:03 Bariatric clinic and CL psychiatry - 22:32 Future of CL psychiatry, AFC Certification - 27:45 Second guest introduction - 33:29 Role and scope of CL psychiatry - 34:18 A day in CL psychiatry - 39:32 Cultural competence in CL psychiatry - 44:08 Introduction to patients in CL clinics - 47:53 Resources for CL psychiatry rotation - 50:14 Clinical vignette - 53:08 CL psychiatric assessment approach - 01:00:25 Agitation management in CL psychiatry - 01:09:24 Closing - 01:13:51 End credits - 01:15:05 Resources: Massachusetts General Hospital Handbook of General Hospital Psychiatry: https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9781437719277/massachusetts-general-hospital-handbook-of-general-hospital-psychiatry Academy of CL Psychiatry (ACLP) educational resources: https://www.clpsychiatry.org/educationcareers/ AFC (Area of Focused Competence) in CL Psychiatry: https://news.royalcollege.ca/en/eligibility-and-exams/areas-of-focused-competence.html Canadian Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry website: https://www.clpsychiatry.ca Our previous CL psychiatry-related episodes: PsychEd Episode 22: Psycho-Oncology Assessments with Dr. Elie Isenberg-Grzeda PsychEd Episode 35: Pain Psychiatry with Dr. Leon Tourian PsychEd Episode 36: Understanding Eating Disorders with Dr. Randy Staab PsychEdEpisode 37: Treating Eating Disorders with Dr. Randy Staab PsychEd Episode 57: HIV Psychiatry with Dr. Adriana Carvalhal and Dr. Leigh van den Heuvel References: Ali, S., Ernst, C., Pacheco, M., & Fricchione, G. 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A Canadian survey. General Hospital Psychiatry, 15(6), 386–391. https://doi.org/10.1016/0163-8343(93)90007-b Taylor, G., & Doody, K. (1979). Psychiatric Consultations in a Canadian General Hospital. The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, 24(8), 717–723. https://doi.org/10.1177/070674377902400803 For more PsychEd, follow us on Instagram (@psyched.podcast), X (@psychedpodcast), and Facebook (PsychEd Podcast). You can provide feedback by email at psychedpodcast@gmail.com. For more information, visit our website at psychedpodcast.org.

Petros Levounis, MD, MA, DFASAM, talks with our host, Zach, about why he chose to practice addiction medicine, including an impactful experience at the Betty Ford Center (now Hazelden Betty Ford) as a medical student. He shares his thoughts regarding stigma and his extensive writing about addiction. Dr. Levounis speaks about how his fields of study and interest (including sociology, medicine, mental health, and addiction) intersect and the ways treatment can be both unique to the individual and similar. He shares what motivates him to treat addiction every day and where he sees the field moving in the future. Dr. Levounis offers advice for those who may have a loved one with addiction and to the next generation of addiction providers. Dr. Levounis serves as professor and chair of the Department of Psychiatry and associate dean at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is also the chief of service at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey, director of the Northern New Jersey Medication Assisted Treatment Center of Excellence, and immediate past president of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Dr. Levounis came to Rutgers from Columbia University where he served as director of the Addiction Institute of New York from 2002 to 2013. Dr. Levounis is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Stanford University where he studied chemistry and biophysics before receiving his medical education at Stanford University School of Medicine and the Medical College of Pennsylvania. During medical school, he researched the effects of social class on patient-physician relationships in Oxford, England, and received an MA degree in sociology from Stanford. In 1994, he moved to New York City to train in psychiatry at the New York State Psychiatric Institute of Columbia University. He graduated from Columbia earning the National Institute of Mental Health Outstanding Resident Award and went on to complete his fellowship in addiction psychiatry at New York University. Dr. Levounis has written numerous articles, monographs, and book chapters; has lectured extensively on addiction topics throughout the United States and abroad; and has been interviewed by CBS, ABC, NBC, CNN, FOX, The Martha Stewart Radio Show, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, among others. Dr. Levounis has served on the boards of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and the American Board of Addiction Medicine, and from 2005 to 2009 chaired the national Committee on Addiction Treatment of the APA. Dr. Levounis is a Betty Ford Scholar, a recipient of the Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists' Distinguished Service Award and the ASAM Educator of the Year Award, and a distinguished fellow of the APA and ASAM. In 2017, he was elected as an honorary member of the World Psychiatric Association. He is the 2024 recipient of The John P. McGovern Award on Addiction and Society, from ASAM. Dr. Levounis has published fourteen books including the self-help paperback Sober Siblings: How to Help Your Alcoholic Brother or Sister—and Not Lose Yourself; the textbook of Substance Dependence and Co-Occurring Psychiatric Disorders; Motivational Interviewing for Clinical Practice; The Behavioral Addictions; Becoming Mindful; LGBTQ Mental Health: The Spectrum of Gender and Sexuality; Office-Based Buprenorphine Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder, now in its second edition; and Technological Addictions. Dr. Levounis is currently working on the first textbook of Nature Therapy, which is going to be available in the fall of 2024. His books have been translated into French, German, Hungarian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. Dr. Levounis is married to actor Lukas Hassel and lives in New York City.   Links: American Psychiatric Association (APA) American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) 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.

So we've spoken inspirationally and aspirationally about wellbeing, the power of the pause, about spirituality. But what if my brain is still going, but I can't wrap my head around this all – I need some more structure, some more tools, some more intellectual perspective!? We've got a book for you!  And if you've been a longtime listener to the podcast, you know that we very rarely do repeat guests, unless we (a) love them and (b) feel like they've got another message to bring to our community.  Dr. Sue Varma fits the bill for both, and so much more. We're bringing her back to talk about her new book, Practical Optimism, with excellent frameworks around well-being, how to survive this rollercoaster of a year, and so much more. What to listen for:  A three-point framework on how to make (tough) decisions The importance of balancing a life of purpose with a life of joy - yes, busy women, even us! That scale imagery got us…  Practical ways to challenge ourselves when we're not seeing things clearly How culture plays into our lives and our sense of belonging About Sue: Dr. Sue Varma, one of the nation's foremost mental health authorities, is truly a multidimensional expert. Dr. Varma is an esteemed physician and board-certified psychiatrist practicing in Manhattan for over twenty years, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychopharmacology, and couples counseling. She is a nationally acclaimed medical commentator and has been at the forefront of some of the most important mental health conversations of the day. From breaking news and documentaries to primetime specials across the major networks, Dr. Varma has been a long-time contributor to the Today Show, CBS Mornings, Nightly News, GMA and has given over 2000 media interviews over the last two decades and has been featured in Washington Post, Time Magazine, NY Times, and numerous health and wellness magazines. Dr Varma is a media advisor and consultant to medical organizations and news groups,  and an internationally renowned keynote speaker across industries. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.  Dr. Varma's dedication to mental health is underscored by her pioneering role as the inaugural medical director and psychiatrist of the esteemed 9/11 mental health program at NYU, for which she was awarded a Mayoral Proclamation. She is a two-time Sharecare Emmy Award recipient, the Ivan Goldberg Public Service Award and is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the highest distinction bestowed upon its members. Dr. Varma  was recognized as one of the world's top five leading health experts by Global Citizen for her contributions during the pandemic. Her new book, Practical Optimism: The Art, Science and Practice of Exceptional Well Being, has not only been resonating with readers in the U.S with rave reviews- Publishers Weekly says "Readers don't have to bury their heads in the sand to live 'fully and joyfully' in an imperfect world, promises psychiatrist Varma in her buoyant debut." and "Studded with catchy pearls of wisdom, this can-do guide uplifts. Practical Optimism, now available everywhere, was featured in the NY Times twice this year and is now being translated into more than nine languages worldwide.     Website: www.doctorsuevarma.com, IG @doctorsuevarma, Book: Practical Optimism   

If you're enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey's weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ With so much struggle and conflict in our modern world, many of us find it difficult to hold a positive perspective. In this conversation we are joined by distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapist Dr. Sue Varma, to discuss practical optimism: where the logic of pessimism meets the hopeful thinking of optimism. She discusses the tools and practices essential for cultivating a powerful, positive mindset and how to shape your life around this idea. She discusses the lessons of modern day motherhood, transforming parent/child dynamics, and unlocking an intrinsic self worth. ==== 0:00 Intro  2:29 The Reality of Practical Optimism 5:41 Self-Assessment for Optimists/ Pessimists  10:06 Value of Exercise & Healthy Habits 20:52 Intrinsic Self Worth  31:08 Transcending the Challenges of Parent/Kid Dynamics 39:00 Modern Motherhood & Fatherhood 47:37 Conclusion  ==== Dr. Sue Varma, MD, PC, DFAPA, is a distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapist based in New York City. With over two decades of private practice experience, Dr. Varma has made significant contributions to the field of mental health. Notably, she served as the pioneering medical director and psychiatrist for the esteemed 9/11 mental health program at NYU. Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Varma holds the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at New York University (NYU) Langone Health. Her accomplishments have been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), where she was honored as a Distinguished Fellow, the highest honor bestowed upon its members.  Dr. Varma has garnered national acclaim as a sought-after medical commentator, appearing on major news programs and networks. Her expertise has been instrumental in guiding the public through various mental health challenges, from trauma and resilience to stress management and relationship issues. Dr. Varma can frequently be seen discussing breaking news on the morning shows including the Today Show, CBS Mornings and GMA, as well as prime time specials and news documentaries. In addition to her media contributions, Dr. Varma is a captivating speaker, engaging diverse audiences with her messages of inspiration, compassion, and hope. From C- suite executives to healthcare professionals, educators, and the general public, she imparts valuable knowledge on topics such as self-compassion, psychological safety, work-life balance, and women's mental health.  Throughout her career, Dr. Varma has received numerous prestigious awards for her groundbreaking work in mental health education and advocacy: two Sharecare Emmy awards (including an inaugural Sharecare Emmy), the Ivan Goldberg Award for Outstanding Service and a Mayoral Proclamation. Dr. Varma's integrative approach to mental health, encompassing the 4 Ms of mental health, empowers individuals to boost their mood, mastery, and sense of meaning in life. Dr. Varma's forthcoming book, “Practical Optimism: The Art, Science and Practice of Exceptional Wellbeing” (Penguin Random House, 2/2024), anticipated worldwide with multiple translations, offers valuable insights into promoting optimal mental health and wellness. She believes that physicians have a duty to not only take their patients from a state of dysfunction to function, but also from functional to optimal. Dr. Varma is an avid traveler and has visited fifty countries over five continents and counting! Connect with Dr. Varma on social media @doctorsuevarma IG/Twitter/LinkedIn/FB and explore her selected media interviews at https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/ Pre-order her transformative book: https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/book/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

What you're about to hear is a powerful and sustained disagreement with the current discourse on youth gender medicine and the more extreme voices who tend to dominate the public conversation. Gender-affirming care, as defined by the World Health Organization, includes social, psychological, behavioral, and medical interventions “designed to support and affirm an individual's gender identity” when it conflicts with their gender assigned at birth.How long should physicians and clinicians observe a child before they decide to treat them for gender dysphoria?When (if ever) should a child socially transition, begin hormones, and/or undergo surgery for their gender?Dr. Erica Anderson is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist and academic, specializing in Gender, Sexuality, and Identity. She served on the medical staff of the Youth Gender Clinic at the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital and on the board of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH).Dr. Jack Drescher is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). In 2022, Dr. Drescher was a member of the APA's DSM-5 Workgroup on Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders – responsible for revising the definition of what is now referred to as “gender dysphoria.” An openly gay psychiatrist, Dr. Drescher has also served on the World Health Organization's workgroup revising sexual and gender diagnoses. Show NotesDefining gender [04:16]Shift in patients at pediatric gender clinics [11:20]The Canadian approach [16:33]Treatment options [20:11]Determining if a child will benefit from transition [27:04]Increase in cases [29:19]Risks and benefits of treatment [35:01]Level of caution for when to use medicines [42:46]Canadian vs Dutch approach [46:58]Question of rapid medicalization [49:14]Difficulty of the conversation [54:44]Comparison with gay marriage [57:24] Do you have questions or comments about this episode? Email us at podcast@thedisagreement.com or find us on X and Instagram @thedisagreementhq.

In a recent presentation at SXSW, Jeffrey Lieberman, MD, spoke about the potential of mindbending drugs such as psychedelics and cannabis in the context of physician leadership. While the level of interest in these substances was high, Lieberman emphasized the importance of responsible use and scientific research. Jeffrey A. Lieberman, MD, is the Lawrence C. Kolb Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center. His work has advanced the understanding of the natural history and pathophysiology of schizophrenia and the pharmacology and clinical effectiveness of antipsychotic drugs. He is a member of numerous scientific organizations, including the National Academy of Sciences Institute of Medicine. He has authored more than 500 papers and articles published in the scientific literature and written and/or edited ten books on mental illness, psychopharmacology, and psychiatry. Lieberman served as president of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) from 2013 to 2014. During this podcast interview with host, Mike Sacopulos, Lieberman discussed the potential benefits and risks of using mindbending drugs in a clinical setting. He emphasized the need for rigorous scientific research and noted that while these substances may have therapeutic potential, they must be used with caution and under the guidance of trained medical professionals. As the field of psychiatry continues to evolve, it will be important for physicians to approach these substances with a balanced and informed perspective and to fully understand the effects of these substances on the human brain and behavior. Learn more about the American Association for Physician Leadership at www.physicianleaders.org

On this episode of "Flourish or Fold" I'm thrilled to share with you a conversation that could very well change the way we perceive and treat trauma. I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Eugene Lipov, a beacon of hope for those affected by trauma and a mastermind in innovative treatment methods. As the Chief Medical Officer at Stella and an international expert on trauma treatment, he has devoted his life and work to unraveling the complexities of trauma and exploring groundbreaking treatment options.The Impact of Trauma and the Path to Recovery: Trauma is an insidious beast that can leave deep scars on both the mind and body. Dr. Lipov, with his extensive experience in trauma treatment, shared invaluable insights into how trauma affects individuals and the potential for reversing PTSD symptoms. One of the most enlightening aspects of our discussion was the stellate ganglion block procedure, a treatment that offers a beacon of hope for those suffering from PTSD.Understanding Trauma: Genetics and Environment: Dr. Lipov emphasized the importance of recognizing the genetic and environmental factors contributing to trauma. As we delved into this topic, it became clear that to develop more effective therapeutic options, we must first understand these underlying causes. His role at Stella is pivotal in advancing research efforts focused on trauma treatment, and his dedication to this cause is nothing short of inspiring.Stellate Ganglion Block: A Ray of Hope: The stellate ganglion block procedure is a game-changer in rapidly treating PTSD symptoms. Dr. Lipov walked us through the assessment process, the procedure itself, and the critical aftercare recommendations, which include psychotherapy, yoga, meditation, and dietary considerations. The duration of the procedure and the potential long-term effects vary based on individual factors, but the promise it holds for improving overall health and longevity is remarkable.Addressing the Root Causes for Long-Term Healing: Our conversation also highlighted the pervasive impact of trauma on individuals and the collective human community. Dr. Lipov stressed the challenges individuals face in seeking relief from their suffering and the necessity of addressing the root causes of trauma-related illnesses for long-term healing and recovery.A Mission to Change Perceptions: From PTSD to PTSI: One of the most profound moments in our discussion was Dr. Lipov's mission to change the name of PTSD to post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI). This change aims to reduce stigma and improve acceptance of the condition. He shared the process of submitting a request to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the importance of recognizing the biological changes in the brain associated with trauma.The Mind-Body Connection and Advocacy: Dr. Lipov's insights into the mind-body connection, including the psychological effects of an adrenal tumor, underscored the importance of this relationship in trauma treatment. He encouraged listeners to participate in a letter-writing campaign to support the name change initiative, highlighting the significance of letters and social awareness in advocating for this cause.Personal Experiences and the Inheritance of Trauma: Dr. Lipov opened up about his personal experiences with trauma, including a near-fatal snorkeling accident and the loss of his mother to suicide. These experiences have fueled his resilience and determination to assist others on their healing journey. He also touched on epigenetics and the inheritance of trauma, shedding light on the interplay between genetic predisposition and environmental factors.Connecting with Dr. Lipov and Supporting PTSD Awareness: For those looking to connect with Dr. Lipov and access trauma treatment at Stella, he provided information on how to engage with his work, including his book "The Invisible Machine" and an upcoming fundraiser for PTSD awareness. He also mentioned a song release related to PTSD, inviting listeners to explore various channels to learn more and support the campaign to eliminate stigma associated with trauma.My Personal Reflections on Trauma and Advocacy: As a survivor of PTSD myself, I understand the importance of reducing the stigma associated with trauma. It's crucial to recognize the physiological response to trauma as an injury rather than a disorder. I encourage everyone to support themselves and others in seeking treatment and to advocate for the name change to post-traumatic stress injury.In closing, this episode was more than just a conversation; it was a journey through the heart of trauma and the innovative approaches to healing. I hope you find it as enlightening as I did, and I invite you to join us in this ongoing dialogue to foster resilience and recovery.Connect with Dr. Lipov: Dr. Lipov invites you to connect with him through his website and on social media. To learn more about Dr. Lipov's work and to sign his petition to change the name of post-traumatic stress disorder visit: https://dreugenelipov.com/https://stellacenter.com/eugene-lipov-mdhttps://www.instagram.com/dreugenelipov/ Here are some highlights of the episode to look forward to:Genetic and Environmental Impact (00:00:00): Discussion on the impact of genetic and environmental factors in passing down trauma.Introduction to Trauma Treatment (00:01:41): Introduction of Dr. Eugene Lipov, Chief Medical Officer at Stella, and discussion on trauma treatment.Current Therapeutics for Trauma (00:02:53): Challenges with current therapeutic options for trauma and the need for more effective treatments.Discovery of Stellate Ganglion Block Procedure (00:03:57): Dr. Lipov's discovery and research on the stellate ganglion block procedure for treating PTSD.Potential Impact on Aging (00:06:04): Exploration of potential reversal of PTSD symptoms and its impact on aging and overall health.Recognizing PTSD Symptoms (00:07:24): Discussion on recognizing and understanding the symptoms of PTSD in individuals.Trauma Experience and Treatment (00:09:54): Personal trauma experience and the potential for treatment through the stellate ganglion block procedure.Understanding Normality and Resilience (00:11:02): Discussion on the perception of normality and resilience in individuals affected by trauma.Threshold for Trauma Categorization (00:13:30): Exploration of the threshold for categorizing experiences as traumatic and the impact of genetics and experiences on trauma.Stellate Ganglion Block Procedure (00:19:32): Explanation of the stellate ganglion block procedure and the assessment process for treatment.Aftercare and Longevity of Treatment (00:21:54): Importance of aftercare and the potential longevity of the stellate ganglion block treatment.Changing the Name of PTSD (00:25:32): Dr. Lipov's mission to change the name of PTSD to post-traumatic stress injury, focusing on reducing stigma.The Mind-Body Connection (00:31:53): Discussion on the mind-body connection, the impact of trauma on the body, and the significance of treating PTSD.Experiences Shaping Trauma Treatment (00:34:35): Dr. Lipov's personal experiences, including a traumatic snorkeling incident and his mother's suicide, shaping his interest in trauma treatment.Epigenetics and Trauma Inheritance (00:43:52): Exploration of epigenetics, genetic inheritance of trauma, and multigenerational transmission of trauma.Connecting with Dr. Lipov (00:47:51): Information on how to connect with Dr. Lipov, access treatment at Stella Center, and support the campaign to eliminate trauma stigma.The stigma of trauma (00:51:51): Addressing the stigma of trauma, changing the name of PTSD to PTS injury, and normalizing physiological responses to trauma.Closing remarks and gratitude (00:53:17): Expressing gratitude to the audience, encouraging sharing of the episode, and signing off as the host.

This episode's guest is Sudeepta(Sue) Verma. Dr Sue Varma, MD, PC, DFAPA, is a distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioural therapist based in New York City. Dr Varma has made significant contributions to the field of mental health. Notably, she served as the pioneering medical director and psychiatrist for the esteemed 9/11 mental health program at NYU. Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Varma holds the Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry position at New York University (NYU) Langone Health. Her accomplishments have been recognised by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), where she was honoured as a Distinguished Fellow, the highest honour bestowed upon its members.In this episode, Sue and I discuss:80% of our Health is built upon our HabitsHow to Form a Habit?How to deal with Trauma?How to achieve Eternal Optimism?What are the 8 pillars of Practical Optimism?Sponsor:Inside Tracker – https://insidetracker.com/louisaMudWtr - https://mudwtr.com/louisa0:00 Coming up…0:36 Introduction2:37 80% of our Health is built upon our Habits6:07 What is a Habit?8:25 How to Form a Habit?12:40 What stops us from doing the work?17:01 How to deal with Trauma?28:18 How to achieve Eternal Optimism?32:17 What are the 8 pillars of Practical Optimism?51:04 EndingSue's Links and Resources:Website: https://www.doctorsuevarma.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorsuevarmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Doctorsuevarma/X: https://twitter.com/DoctorsuevarmaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-varma-m-d-p-c-dfapa-8a48286The Neuro Athletics Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_The Neuro Athletics Newsletter Instagram: louisanicola_Twitter : louisanicola_YouTube: Louisa Nicola

Did you know that optimists are physically healthier?! That's what the research shows. It turns out, a change in mindset makes us more resilient to life's stressors and can literally change all aspects of our life for the better—including our health.In this episode you'll learn: * The transformative power of optimism* How to upgrade your mental and behavioral habits* A new mindset around prioritizing rest* The varying ways people are impacted by trauma* How we can grow our inner resilience* And more…Dr. Sue Varma, MD, PC, DFAPA, is a distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapist based in New York City. With over two decades of private practice experience, Dr. Varma has made significant contributions to the field of mental health. Notably, she served as the pioneering medical director and psychiatrist for the esteemed 9/11 mental health program at NYU. Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Varma holds the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at New York University (NYU) Langone Health. Her accomplishments have been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), where she was honored as a Distinguished Fellow, the highest honor bestowed upon its members.Dr. Varma has garnered national acclaim as a sought-after medical commentator, appearing on major news programs and networks. Her expertise has been instrumental in guiding the public through various mental health challenges, from trauma and resilience to stress management and relationship issues. Dr. Varma can frequently be seen discussing breaking news on the morning shows including the Today Show, CBS Mornings and GMA, as well as prime time specials and news documentaries. An accomplished author, Dr. Varma's highly anticipated book, “Practical Optimism, The Art, Science and Practice of Exceptional Wellbeing” (Penguin Random House, 2/2024), offers valuable insights into promoting optimal mental health and wellness.This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIREFollow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Dr. Sue:* Pre-order her upcoming book: https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/book/ * Website: https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorsuevarma/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our last episode we started the conversation about dyslexia and I jumped right in with sharing the history of the dyslexia diagnosis. If you listened to that episode, you'll know that there was so much information to cover that I couldn't even fit it into one episode. So in today's episode, we'll be continuing our history lesson on dyslexia and then looking at the question, “Is dyslexia really a mental illness?”. This episode is just as jam-packed as the last one and I'm going to throw a lot of information at you. We're going to start off by looking at the disagreement that occured between the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) over how dyslexia was categorized and what went on at their secret meetings. We'll look at the controversy surrounding dyslexia today. Unfortunately, when it comes to dyslexia, there is a main narrative that has been given over and over again for years. Yet when we look at the history, we will see that there are conflicting ideas about what causes dyslexia and whether or not it should actually be classified as a mental illness. There are other reasons why children with different types of developmental delay would have problems with skills such as reading and spelling and I believe there are many pieces to the puzzle that have been lost. If we take a step back and look at how kids are developing right from conception, we might be able to catch these problems earlier and help our kids be who they are intended to be. Subscribe to our video podcast on YouTube SHOW NOTES: https://connectmybrain.com/episode88 What do you want to learn more about? Submit your questions here: https://www.connectmybrain.com/survey/ Phone the office: 678-501-5172

Born and raised in Northern California, Dr. Green attended Harvard and Princeton Universities before beginning medical training at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Green graduated from Stanford with an M.D. in 2011, then completed three years of residency in adult psychiatry at Georgetown University and two years of fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Wright State University.Dr. Green is currently an assistant professor of psychiatry at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Southern California, where she works in a variety of settings: inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient. Dr. Green educates medical students, residents, and fellows, and she participates actively in the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and in the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).Dr. Green uses a lifestyle-based approach that combines biological modalities (blood tests, micronutrients, macronutrients, and medications) with psychological supports (lifestyle coaching and supportive, cognitive, and behavioral therapies). Dr. Green specializes in promoting vibrant physical health and optimal weight. She also specializes in safely streamlining overloaded medication regimens, and in carefully tapering patients off their medications entirely when those medications are no longer necessary or helpful. Although Dr. Green sees patients of all ages and genders, she has particular expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD.www.cheryllgreenmd.com

Born and raised in Northern California, Dr. Green attended Harvard and Princeton Universities before beginning medical training at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Green graduated from Stanford with an M.D. in 2011, then completed three years of residency in adult psychiatry at Georgetown University and two years of fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Wright State University.Dr. Green is currently an assistant professor of psychiatry at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Southern California, where she works in a variety of settings: inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient. Dr. Green educates medical students, residents, and fellows, and she participates actively in the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and in the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).Dr. Green uses a lifestyle-based approach that combines biological modalities (blood tests, micronutrients, macronutrients, and medications) with psychological supports (lifestyle coaching and supportive, cognitive, and behavioral therapies). Dr. Green specializes in promoting vibrant physical health and optimal weight. She also specializes in safely streamlining overloaded medication regimens, and in carefully tapering patients off their medications entirely when those medications are no longer necessary or helpful. Although Dr. Green sees patients of all ages and genders, she has particular expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD.www.cheryllgreenmd.com

Born and raised in Northern California, Dr. Green attended Harvard and Princeton Universities before beginning medical training at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Green graduated from Stanford with an M.D. in 2011, then completed three years of residency in adult psychiatry at Georgetown University and two years of fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Wright State University.Dr. Green is currently an assistant professor of psychiatry at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Southern California, where she works in a variety of settings: inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient. Dr. Green educates medical students, residents, and fellows, and she participates actively in the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and in the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).Dr. Green uses a lifestyle-based approach that combines biological modalities (blood tests, micronutrients, macronutrients, and medications) with psychological supports (lifestyle coaching and supportive, cognitive, and behavioral therapies). Dr. Green specializes in promoting vibrant physical health and optimal weight. She also specializes in safely streamlining overloaded medication regimens, and in carefully tapering patients off their medications entirely when those medications are no longer necessary or helpful. Although Dr. Green sees patients of all ages and genders, she has particular expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD.www.cheryllgreenmd.com

You can use code MENN2023 for 50% off your New Personality Self Portrait (NPSP25) personality test! Visit npsp25.com to learn more. This episode of the Menninger Clinic's Mind Dive podcast features the psychiatrist who wrote the book on personality and personality disorders. Dr. John Oldham is co-author of, “The New Personality Self-Portrait: Why You Think, Work, Love and Act the Way You Do,” the book is largely credited for spearheading the DSM-5 alternative model for personality disorders. Dive in with hosts Dr. Kerry Horrell and Dr. Bob Boland and explore the factors that make personality as unique as a fingerprint and learn if the alternative model of understanding personality will overtake the DSM-4 categorical model. Also, Dr. Oldham reacts to the individual NPSP25 test results of Dr. Boland and Dr. Horrell. John M. Oldham, M.D., M.S., currently serves as Distinguished Emeritus Professor in the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine. He previously served as senior vice president and chief of staff at the Menninger Clinic, president of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and president of The American College of Psychiatrists. Dr. Oldham has also recently served as the APA's co-chair of the Work Group on Personality and Personality Disorders for the most recent edition of the DSM-5.  “I like to explain the personality through a blood pressure metaphor,” said Dr. Oldham. “In a dimensional sense, you have to have blood pressure or you're not human or alive. You have to have a personality or you're not human or alive. However, have too much or too little of a necessary thing, and you're going to have a real problem.”  Follow The Menninger Clinic on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to never miss an episode of Mind Dive. To submit a topic for discussion, email podcast@menninger.edu. Visit www.menningerclinic.org to learn more about The Menninger Clinic's research and leadership role in mental health. Listen to Episode 28: Making the Case for Psychotherapy with Dr. Jonathan ShedlerResources mentioned in this episode: “Borderline Conditions and Pathological Narcissism” by Otto F. KernbergThe five-factor model of personality “The New Personality Self-Portrait” by John M. Oldham, M.D., and Lois B. MorrisThe New Personality Self-Portrait (npsp25.com)

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast - Dan is joined by Dr. Arman Taghizadeh to discuss Mental Health Considerations for Performance, Injury, and Illness in Athletes. Arman Taghizadeh, M.D. also known as “Dr. T”, is a Johns Hopkins trained Board-Certified Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist also specializing in Sports Psychiatry. He is the founder of Mindset Training Institute® (MTI), host of the “The Mindset Experience®” podcast and a 2023 TEDx speaker. Dr. T grew up in the greater Baltimore area and attended the Gilman School where he was a wrestling All-American. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from James Madison University where he was awarded a varsity letter every year on the NCAA Division I wrestling team. He received his M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2004, as a member of the prestigious Combined Accelerated Program in Psychiatry (CAPP). He completed both his Adult Residency and Child and Adolescent Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he was elected Chief Resident from 2008-2009.   Dr. T maintains an independent practice in Baltimore and is a faculty instructor at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He is the official psychiatric consultant to Gilman School in Baltimore, a member of the #SameHere Psych Alliance and serves on the advisory board of Synergy Dryland.  He is also the medical director for “The Hidden Opponent,” a top mental health non-profit recognized as a standout resource for athletes by Kobe Bryant. Dr. T has also partnered with USA Lacrosse to integrate mental health education and mindset training through the Athlete-Mindset seminar series. Baltimore Magazine has selected him as “Top Doctor” every year since 2016.  The Baltimore Business Journal and Living Classrooms Foundation have recognized him as a “Rising Star.” He is a member of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry, a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). He continues to train and has competed as an athlete in variety of sports including weightlifting, running, cycling, Crossfit, GoRuck and endurance challenges.  Given his personal athletic success, medical knowledge, and extensive clinical experience, Dr. T works closely with elite athletes, coaches, military personnel, first responders and competitive businesses to improve performance by identifying emotional barriers to success, managing psychological factors related to setbacks, teaching mental skills training and developing a competitive mindset. For more on Dr. T, check out @dr.t_sportspsych on social media & https://mindsettraininginstitute.com/ ... Dr. T also hosts The Mindset Experience Podcast which can be found here https://themindsetexp.libsyn.com/ To keep up to date with everything Dan is doing, be sure to subscribe and follow @brawnbody on social media! Episode Sponsors: MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! TRX: trxtraining.com coupon code "TRX20BRAWN" = 20% off Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform! *Note-this episode is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace services from a qualified mental health provider --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-braun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-braun/support

Description:  Donald Egan, MD, MPH is currently a psychiatry resident at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. His road to residency has been shaped by the challenges of growing up both gay and with cerebral palsy (CP). In medical school and residency, Dr. Egan has advocated for students with disabilities to matriculate to medical school and has written and presented about how the experiences that come with living with a disability or coming from a sexual minority group often make compassionate and empathetic physicians.  Dr. Egan is interested in medical education, addiction psychiatry, interventional methods, and LGBTQ+ mental health and is a Diversity Leadership Fellow for the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Outside of medicine, he enjoys running with his husband, Nick, and reading beside their cat, Nutella.  Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yf-d6KXxXgMyVWeHvZ16R-4LOCyl_pEIBEXgiGBkdNk/edit?usp=sharing Key Words: LGBTQ+, Psychiatry, cerebral palsy, CP, medical education, mental health, physical disability, intersectionality, disclosure  

We all use excuses not to commit to an exercise or health plan. But the truth is, that's all they are: excuses. If you find yourself full of excuses not to commit, you're not alone – it's a widespread occurrence. Dr. Mark Novitsky joins me to discuss the top ten reasons we don't commit to a fitness or health plan.   The Top 10 Reasons Why You Haven't Committed to Exercise Time Mistrust Disappointment  Shame for Needing Help Overwhelm Resistance  Always Putting Others First Procrastination Discounting Yourself Money   About Dr. Mark Novitsky Dr. Mark Novitsky is a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist.  Dr. Mark believes that effective work with children involves working closely with parents, schools, and other medical/mental health providers - to achieve a joint goal of optimizing a child's well-being.   His extensive clinical experience includes, but is not limited to: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Mood Disorders Depressive disorder Bipolar disorder Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Childhood trauma/Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder Substance Use Disorders Dr. Mark is an adjunct faculty for Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University's Department of Psychiatry.  He was previously the Corporate Medical Director for one of Philadelphia's largest non-profit Child Mental Health Organizations.  He is a graduate of The Beck Initiative, a joint collaboration between The Aaron T. Beck Center at The University of Pennsylvania and CBH/DBHIDS, for Cognitive Therapy and Research.  For the last several years, he has had the privilege of working at Washington DC's premier psychiatry office, Potomac Psychiatry, as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, adult psychiatrist, and a forensic expert witness providing court testimony in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.  Potomac Psychiatry has been featured as the Faces of Washington, in The Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mark grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University, and attended both medical school and psychiatry residency at Temple University School of Medicine (now Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University). He served as Chief Resident in his third year of residency at Temple.  He completed Child and Adolescent fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, where he served as Chief Fellow.   During his fellowship, Dr. Mark was awarded a research grant.  He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at the annual meetings of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).  In 2013, his Adherence in Pediatric Psychopharmacology-A Multi-dimensional Perspective and Approach was a docent selection of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Mark has taught hundreds of medical students and residents, and most recently was the lead Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in a non-profit public outreach campaign to Philadelphia schools through Michael's Giving HAND (Micahel P. Donatucci Foundation, Inc ), teaching school administration, teachers, counselors, and parents about how to identify and address Depression, Anxiety, Substance abuse, and Bullying.   When he's not working, Dr. Mark enjoys spending time with his family, walking around Longwood Gardens, checking out live music, and being outdoors with his Labradoodle.   Prioritize Your Fitness The number one excuse we hear is that people don't have time to exercise. But making the time to take on healthy behaviors can actually make you more productive in all other areas of your life.  It really comes down to having well-defined goals, setting your priorities, and sticking to them. I find this especially helpful if you feel you've failed in the past – you simply didn't have these goals as your priorities then, which is okay. I understand that it can feel overwhelming to try to start a fitness routine when you already have so much going on. Letting the overwhelming feeling win is easy, but by setting out your top three priorities daily, you can start getting a grip on it all.   Put Yourself First As women physicians, we're used to putting everyone else before ourselves. This is counterproductive! By putting yourself first, you fill your cup, giving you so much more energy, space, and opportunity to serve the other people and priorities in your life.  One of the other big excuses for fitness is procrastination. We tend to procrastinate on what isn't a priority for us. What if you did make your health and fitness a priority? Imagine what could change. I want you to invest in yourself. I want you to put yourself first. I want you to prioritize your health, wellness, fitness, and happiness. You are so worth it. Do your decisions align with your top priorities? What steps can you make this week to stop using any of these top ten excuses not to exercise? Let me know in the comments on the episode page.   In This Episode  How often we all use time as an excuse not to do something [4:00] What happens when we create the time to take on healthy behaviors [5:15] The importance of a clearly defined goal [8:15] What happens when you change your thought process about failure and priorities [11:30] How to prioritize exercise when you already have so much else going on [15:45] Why you are least productive when you're overwhelmed [16:45] What transformation happens when you put yourself first [23:00] Why we procrastinate on our health and fitness goals [24:45] Why you need to invest in yourself and your health [28:45]   Quotes “There are 24 hours in a day, and that's never going to change. It's not actually about the time, it's about how you use the time and what you choose to use your time on. It all comes down to priorities.” [3:26]  “We set ourselves up for disappointment. We set ourselves up for failure if we don't go ahead and define what it is that we want, and we agree to trust the process. That's why it's important that we know what we're getting ourselves into. Even if we get ourselves into something that's not comfortable, we can trust ourselves to be successful because we know what we're trying to achieve.” [9:16] “It starts with us. We have to agree that we are worth it, and there is no more putting a hold on ourselves.” [17:47] “It is so easy to try and put others first, but you will show up as your best self if you are putting yourself first. You are the most important person in the room.” [23:06] “The investment that you make in yourself and your health is priceless.” [28:43]   Resources Mentioned Transform Check out the full episode page here Find Life Coaching for Women Physicians Online Follow Dr. Ali Novitsky on Facebook | Instagram  Subscribe to Life Coaching for Women Physicians on Apple Podcasts Podcast production by the team at Counterweight Creative   Related Episodes Episode 128: Rethinking Weight Loss Episode 129: So Much More Than Weight Loss Part 1 Episode 130: So Much More Than Weight Loss Part 2

Sleep, spirituality, nutrition, breath-work and movement; These are the five pillars of self-care, but which one is the most important? Find out on today's episode of It Starts With Attraction!Today's Guest: Dr. Gregory Scott BrownDr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist, mental health writer, and author. He is an affiliate faculty member at the University of Texas Dell Medical School. He believes we can work together to fight mental health stigma by having open and honest conversations about mental health. Dr. Brown is an advocate for evidence-based integrative care that includes incorporating exercise, mindfulness, meditation, and nutrition with standard of care treatments for mental illness.Dr. Brown is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He completed a fellowship in integrative medicine at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, specialty training in general psychiatry at the University of Texas Dell Medical School, and received an M.D. from the McGovern Medical School in Houston. Dr. Brown is an alumnus of Rice University, where he received a bachelor's degree in anthropology, and Johns Hopkins University, where he completed a post-baccalaureate premedical program. Prior to his transition to medicine, Dr. Brown studied music at The Juilliard School in New York.During his time in residency, Dr. Brown was awarded a SAMHSA Minority Fellowship by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and he was later appointment to and currently serves on the APA's Council on Communications .Dr. Brown believes in the therapeutic value of yoga, and he often writes and speaks about its benefits for mental health prevention and treatment. Dr. Brown resides in the Houston area with his wife and their rescue dog, Kai.Dr. Browns Website: gregoryscottbrown.comThe Self-Healing MindYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.Website: www.kimberlybeamholmes.comTake the Attraction AssessmentThanks for listening!Connect on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmesBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review!Visit marriagehelper.com/drjoe to sign up for the in-person workshop on November 18-20

Feel Good From Within with Yvette Le Blowitz - #SPAITGIRL Podcast EP.187 - The Self-Healing Mind with Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D. - Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Columnist for Men's Health Magazine, Author Self-Care is a powerful, evidence-based medicine for the mind Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D. is a board-certified psychiatrist, mental health writer, and author. He is an affiliate faculty member at the University of Texas Dell Medical School.   He believes we can work together to fight mental health stigma by having open and honest conversations about mental health. Dr. Brown is an advocate for evidence-based integrative care that includes incorporating exercise, mindfulness, meditation, and nutrition with standard of care treatments for mental illness. Dr. Brown is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He completed a fellowship in integrative medicine at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, specialty training in general psychiatry at the University of Texas Dell Medical School, and received an M.D. from the McGovern Medical School in Houston. Dr. Brown is an alumnus of Rice University, where he received a bachelor's degree in anthropology, and John Hopkins University, where he completed a post-baccalaureate premedical program. Prior to his transition to medicine, Dr. Brown studied music at The Julliard School in New York. During his time in residency, Dr. Brown was awarded a SAMHSA Minority Fellowship by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and he was later appointment to and currently serves on the APA's Council on Communications. Dr. Brown believes in the therapeutic value of yoga, and he often writes and speaks about it's benefits for mental health prevention and treatment. Dr. Brown is a wellness leader whose goal is to change forever how we think about mental illness and mental health, and to take a full-person approach to overall well-being. Dr. Brown Resides in the Houston area with his wife and their rescue dog, Kai. Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D. is the Author of The Self-Healing Mind, An Essential Five-Step Practice for Overcoming Anxiety and Depression, and Revitalizing Your Life. Dr. Brown believes that mental health begins with actionable self-care. The Self-Healing Mind is a holistic approach to emotional and psychological healing that focuses on how evidence-based self-care. Dr. Brown's clinical philosophy supports an integrative approach that combines conventional treatments (medication and psychotherapy) with what he calls the Five Pillars of Self-Care: breathing mindfully, sleep, spirituality, nutrition, and movement. These purposeful lifestyle practices, backed by science and proven in his clinical practice, can be adopted by everyone. The Self-Healing Mind is a fresh perspective that educates and empowers readers to find the mental health care they need. Dr. Brown's advice and insight put the power of healing back in your control. Yvette Le Blowitz Podcast Host talks with Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D Author of The Self-Healing Mind to find out the essential Five Pillars of Self-Care. In Podcast Episode - EP.187 Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, MD shares: - a little bit about himself - insights into her book - The Self-Healing Mind - The Five Pillars of Self-Care - how evidence-based self-care strategies can be used to improve and sustain mental health - breathing mindfully - learn a couple of simple breathing techniques - why sleep is important for our mental health - suicide prevention raising awareness (a trigger warning is included at the start of the podcast show informing the audience prior to listening in - please see support numbers below) - his own self-care rituals Plus we talk about so much more........ 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TEAM-CBT Celebrates Diversity Today's featured image is Sean Williams, co-founder of the BAD Group Rhonda starts today's podcast with a terrific endorsement from Steve, from England. He really liked Feeling Great, and said he benefited from the personal work with Dr. Mark Taslimi that we published as the first live therapy on the Feeling Good Podcasts (see podcasts 29-25 and 141.) Steve wrote that the live work, and the teaching points that Dr. Jill Levitt and I made during the podcasts to explain our strategies, is the best learning by far. Rhonda and I strongly agree, and I feel fortunate to have been able to publish many additional live TEAM-CBT sessions since that time. It is my hope that some day these live therapy podcasts will be used in teaching graduate psychology classes so that future practitioners can pick up where we left off and benefit from the rapid treatment techniques we've developed. Today we interview Amber Warner, LCSW, Sean Williams, LCSW and Chelsea Dorcich, MFT. Amber is a Level 3 certified TEAM therapist, living and working in Lake County, where she provides mental health care in a rural community. She has a private practice that includes a virtual practice for anyone in the State of California. Amber has been a member of our Tuesday TEAM-CBT group for the past year. Chelsea is also a Level 3 Certified TEAM therapist with a private practice for anyone in the State of California. Both Chelsea and Amber work at the Feeling Good Institute in Mountain View, California. Sean is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and also Level 3 TEAM-CBT therapist and co-founder of the TEAM CBT Clinicians of BAD, for Black African Descendants, along with Amber and Chelsea. He is a long-time and beloved member of the Tuesday training group at Stanford. He currently resides in Colorado and works for the Ohio State University where he works with active duty and retired soldiers regarding their PTSD suicidal ideation and trauma. He treats patients and also supports the Ohio State University's research. He also has a part-time private practice for people who live in Indiana. Amber got our podcast going by saying: “My introduction to TEAM-CBT was in 2017, while at a Sunday workshop about 1 1/2 years ago. I'd been struggling with grief after accidently finding out my employer had hired others at a higher salary, so I started a Daily Mood Log and did a downward arrow (this is an uncovering technique) using one of my negative thought. I discovered that my Self-Defeating Belief (SDB) was not included in David's list of 23 common SDBs. “I felt like all the weight of the world was on my shoulders because my employer had hired white people with less experience at higher salaries. I asked myself what I was going to do. “Do I care to stand up for myself? It felt like a heavy dilemma. I decided to face my fear and talk it over with my employer. It took some time, but things eventually turned out in my favor.” Way to go, Amber! Amber mentioned that Philip Lolonis, LCSW, a member of our TEAM-CBT community, urged us to create and teach an introductory TEAM-CBT course for African-American clinicians in 2021. Amber reached out to Sean and Chelsea and asked if they'd be interested in creating a “Clinicians of Color” group on Facebook. And that got the ball rolling. Rhonda asked, “What kinds of challenges have you faced?” Sean said that one barrier was the whole process of getting licensed. It requires a lot of time and money, nearly always meaning large loans and years of training. One goal of their group is to assist interested people through from initial training through the licensing clinicians, as well as introduce TEAM therapy to the larger therapeutic community. There are very few Black mental health professionals within the TEAM community. Amber explained that one of their goals is to provide support and encouragement to young Black men and women who might want to enter the counseling profession by attending medical school, or a doctoral or graduate school in counseling or psychology, or obtaining a certified coaching diploma. Amber also stated that TEAM-CBT has made a powerful impact on her, Chelsea and Sean, so they formed an affinity group, TEAM CBT Clinicians of B.A.D. Their primary goal is to support and encourage clinicians of color to learn and practice TEAM-CBT and explore culturally responsive methods to enhance the therapeutic alliance and improve treatment outcomes. Sean explained that he was introduced to TEAM and David's work around the year 2000. He was looking at books in the self-help section of a Barnes and Nobles bookstore, but most of them were too expensive. He said, “Most of them were too expensive, but then I saw Feeling Good lying on a table, and it was only $8.95, so I purchased it and read about the list of cognitive distortions that David had created. That book changed my world view and changed me as a clinician. I realized that I really wanted to disseminate this information to clinicians of color.” Sean explains why he resonated with Feeling Good: “Many of the cognitive theoretical principles were extremely empowering to me. In “Feeling Good” there was a diagram of a man where it demonstrated how human beings process their experiences through thoughts, beliefs and assumptions. The whole idea of my thoughts impacting my emotions and behaviors was mind blowing to me and still is. It made me recollect on all my past struggles such as relationship break ups, job losses, public speaking anxiety, and so forth, and my reactions towards those situations unbeknownst to me at the time were primarily based on my thoughts about those events. I believe that it's important that all people have access to these powerful therapeutic interventions regardless of race, ethnicity or culture. The reason why it's important to disseminate these powerful tools to people of color is because people of color are reporting high rates of psychological distress but are less likely to get treated for it. “According to webmd.com ‘…African Americans are more likely to report feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness than are adult whites. Still, in 2018, 18.6% of white Americans received mental health services, compared to less than 9% of African Americans.' “I think TEAM-CBT can even help alleviate suffering related to racial stress. Although racism is a non-distorted reality the concepts in “Feeling Good” and the whole TEAM framework can orient a person to adopt the healthiest possible perspective when moving through those realities.” Chelsea said she learned about TEAM-CBT when she moved to the Bay Area in 2017. She says, "I also found that TEAM was a roadmap and a blessing. I could really connect. This is an amazing framework for everybody!” We also discussed one pitfall that some clinicians fall into. The idea that our thoughts, and not events, create all of our feelings can be liberating. But it can also be used to invalidate genuine, healthy anger. Racial bias and cruelty are real. "They are NOT cognitive distortions," she says. "Racial bias is very real. But TEAM-CBT can free us from the inner prison of depression and anxiety and self-doubt that results from distorted perceptions. Of course, sometimes perceptions are totally valid, and sometimes it's time to fight and stand up for what's right." David added that "We had to do a lot of fighting and protesting in the 1970s, when the Viet Nam war was waging, and the forces of darkness were powerful and destructive. Now, it seems, we have many more battles to fight, and we are lucky to have crusaders like Chelsea, Amber, and Sean. "Thank you for what you are doing!" Thank you all for listening today. Chelsea, Amber, Sean, Rhonda, and David Following the show, Sean kindly emailed me with some information addressing some of my questions about black people and the mental health system in the United States. He wrote: Although I was super anxious, I really enjoyed doing the podcast with you two. I used the “Dare to be Average” principles in Feeling Good to help me relax and it worked! Here's a few additional notes about black people and our mental health system. I hope it helps! Insights into Diversity By Sean Williams, LCSW Why is it important to disseminate TEAM-CBT to people of color? Data from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) shows that only 2 percent of the estimated 41,000 psychiatrists in the U.S. are Black, and just 4 percent of psychologists are Black. On college campuses, close to 61 percent of counseling center staff are White, and 13 percent are Black, according to a 2020 Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors survey. he shortage of psychiatrists and counselors of color has severe implications for all Black individuals needing treatment. A 2019 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found nearly 5 million, or 16 percent, of Black Americans reported having a mental illness. However, only one in three Black adults who needs mental health care receives it. Because of the scarcity of mental health professionals of color, it can be difficult for Black Americans to find a practitioner with whom they feel comfortable enough to share any race-related trauma. One 2016 study in the Journal of Black Psychology found that African American therapists and their patients often had relationships marked by a “distinct sense of solidarity … as evidenced by having a better understanding of the context of Black clients' lives. For more information, see https://www.insightintodiversity.com/addressing-the-lack-of-black-mental-health-professionals/

What makes a good person? This is one of the questions that Adam Schroeder and Naresh Vissa try to answer today with Dr. Dilip Jeste. Dr. Jeste has spent his recent time exploring whether there's a relationship between wisdom and loneliness, what wisdom actually means, and what it is about the core of people that makes them "good" or "bad". Dilip is Senior Associate Dean for Healthy Aging and Senior Care, Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Neurosciences, Estelle and Edgar Levi Memorial Chair in Aging, Director of the Sam and Rose Stein Institute for Research on Aging, and Co-Director IBM-UCSD Artificial Intelligence Center for Healthy Living at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. He is the former President of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and co-author of the new book WISER: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good. Website: www.Patreon.com/WorkFromHomeShow www.DilipJesteMD.com www.WiserTheBook.com www.WorkFromHomeShow.com

With the recent Supreme Court decision taking away the right to an abortion comes worry that LGBTQ+ civil rights could be next. This month we talked with Dr. Jack Drescher, past President of the Group for Advancement of Psychiatry and a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), … Continue reading →

Coaching: Stress:The key to stress is : control. If you have control you are not stressed, if you don't have control you are stressed.Mental Health Foundation 2018 study:In the past year 75% had at some point felt overwhelmed with stress. Elderly less stressed than younger.Of those who were stressed 50% felt depressed and 60% felt anxious, 50% overate or ate unhealthily,30% increased alcohol and 15% started or increased smoking.Of those who felt stressed at some point in their life 30% had suicidal thoughts and 15% had self harmed.30% felt lonely.40% of stress was due to worries about health of self or others and 20% was due to debt.18-24 year old had more stress with social media egPressure to respond immediately to messagesComparing yourself to your peers -50% and pressure to succeed: 60% Females more stressed about body image than men: 40% versus 20% The American Institute of Stress:●      About 33 percent of people report feeling extreme stress●      77 percent of people experience stress that affects their physical health●      73 percent of people have stress that impacts their mental health●      48 percent of people have trouble sleeping because of stress80% of work place accidents are due to stressYearly cost to business of stress in the USA: $300 billionPsychological and physical Symptoms:Depression anxiety anger fatigue tension diabetes cardiovascular disease high blood pressure cancer substance abuseStress is increasing. American Psychiatric Association: APA 2011 : 5% increase to 49% of Americans had felt stressed. 33% of children.APA 2021: Covid has caused significant stress in 80% worse in young adults associated with a sense of uncertainty about the future of their country and their own future.Up until the pandemic stress had been rising more in the middle aged who were less able to cope with technological advance , work pressure and  job losses.APA 2022: 90% of Americans feel stressed and 70% think Ukraine is the beginning of WW 3Hormones of stress response:Adrenaline then the Hypothalamus Pituitary Adenal Axis producing CRF ACTH and Cortisol Cortisol is catabolic breaking everything down increasing energy supply.  It is anti inflammatory and suppresses the immune system. However chronically raised cortisol causes cortisol hypofunction leading to chronic systemic inflammation.Raising stress levels in the last 30 years is almost certainly the reason for the drop in vitamin D3 levels in the West which was already very low.  This is because the stress hormone cortisol blocks the receptors which absorb Vitamin D3. This in turn drops our immunity and makes us susceptible to infection and cancer.We are naturally tribal and designed to function in relatively small groups of about 150 (Dunbar's number).We require structure , hierarchy and leadership with common identity and goals.This is why religion works well. It is a transcontinental tribe with clear identity and rules. Destruction of this with globalism , political correctness, mass media with constant hysteria generation and social media designed to take control away from you as well as making you feel compelled to answer messages immediately and to negatively compare yourself to others are a modern catastrophe to our mental and physical health. Attempts to medicalise it are misguided and happen more out of a sense of duty and despair by the medical professionals. It is a leadership and political issue and a sign of a catastrophically badly run society. Freedom of speech? Freedom of Movement with hoards of people happy to work on minimum wage? Debates on whether to cancel Christmas and whether women can have penises?These remove certainty and any sense of structure and clarity of direction.What we can do:Firstly:   Is self awareness. Ie stop worrying about our anxiety but accept it. This drops activity in the fight flight centre of the brain and gives you a chance of logical reflection. Secondly: Don't worry or even think about larger issues beyond our control. Hence the key here is ‘thinking' it is usually a matter of perception. Eg I can't stop it raining but perhaps rain is good thing for many reasons. Instead I will use an umbrella or stay in or simply go out and enjoy the rain. Or there is lock down so I can t go to the gym. Let me review what other types of activity I can do, I may find something even more beneficial such as exercising outside. In short there is always a solution of some kind. It may not be what you originally wanted but as soon as you have a level of control your stress will drop by definition.Thirdly:  Focus on family, close community, keep active, eat healthily and sleep well. If this is not working seek professional help as there is always a solution.

While college is often reflected on as a great time in people's lives, that experience was never without stress and anxiety. However, over the past two years, issues that college students normally face have been exacerbated by the uncertainty and grief associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, societal reckonings, and racial and political tensions. So, how are college students doing these days?  Joining us today are two psychiatrists working on college campuses, Dr. Ludmila De Faria and Dr. Meera Menon. They give us insight into college mental health, how the pandemic and other issues have impacted students' experiences and access to services, and provide tips for families and loved ones to better support their students' mental health. Ludmila De Faria, MD is an Associate Professor at the University of Florida where she also sees patients. Dr. De Faria has been a psychiatrist in Florida for over 15 years and is especially interested in increasing access and decreasing mental health disparities among minorities and providing a culturally sensitive environment for patients. She is a distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and an active member of the APA's Council on Children, Adolescents, and Their Families. Dr. De Faria was born in Brazil where she earned her medical degree from the Universidade de Brasilia and moved to the United States in 1991 to complete medical training at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami. Meera Menon, MD is a psychiatrist at Ohio State University's Counseling and Consultation Service. At Ohio State, Dr. Menon is involved in the Eating Concerns Consultation Team, the Transgender Advocacy Team, and the Training Committee. In addition to also being an active member of the APA's Council on Children, Adolescents, and Their Families, she serves as Chair of the APA Caucus on College Mental Health and Secretary of the Association for College Psychiatry. Dr. Menon earned her medical degree from Wright State University where she also completed her psychiatry residency.  Resources for this episode: College Psychiatry: Strategies to Improve Access to Mental Health, featuring Dr. De Faria and edited by Dr. Menon and Michelle Riba MD.  Guides to support policy decisions on college mental health The Campus Cure: A Parent's Guide to Mental Health and Wellness for College Students The Stressed Years of Their Lives: Helping Your Kid Survive and Thrive During Their College Years APA Foundation resources for parents and Notice. Talk. Act. at School Check out the rest of our podcast family at psychiatry.org/podcasts 

Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist, mental health writer, and author. He is an affiliate faculty member at the University of Texas Dell Medical School. He believes we can work together to fight mental health stigma by having open and honest conversations about mental health. Dr. Brown is an advocate for evidence-based integrative care that includes incorporating exercise, mindfulness, meditation, and nutrition with standard of care treatments for mental illness.Dr. Brown is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He completed a fellowship in integrative medicine at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, specialty training in general psychiatry at the University of Texas Dell Medical School, and received an M.D. from the McGovern Medical School in Houston. Dr. Brown is an alumnus of Rice University, where he received a bachelor's degree in anthropology, and Johns Hopkins University, where he completed a post-baccalaureate premedical program. Prior to his transition to medicine, Dr. Brown studied music at The Juilliard School in New York.Dr. Brown was awarded a SAMHSA Minority Fellowship by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and in this capacity participated on the APA Council on Communications for two years. He remains a proud member of the APA.Dr. Brown believes in the therapeutic value of yoga, and he often writes and speaks about its benefits for mental health prevention and treatment. Dr. Brown resides in the Houston area with his wife and their rescue dog, Kai.

Welcome to Episode 72 of the Being Human Podcast: The DSM Disease (Part One) In this first episode of a two-part series, Dr. Greg begins to break open major flaws of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).  He highlights problems in how mental disorders and diseases are defined and gives a glimpse into how it will become harder for Catholic mental health professionals to adhere to both their faith and APA standards. (Note: Mature content discussed.) Discussed in this episode: What is the DSM?  The influence of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) on the entire mental health field and beyond;   The history of homosexuality in the DSM and its removal due to political reasons;  The danger of not having objective criteria for defining human excellence and flourishing;  How the APA's relativistic view of the human person is problematic when defining mental disorders; The need for a disposition of compassion when addressing issues related to mental illness and sexuality;   The importance of recognizing the dignity of each human person.  Resources mentioned or relevant: The most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders;  Psychology as Religion: The Cult of Self-Worship by Dr. Paul Vitz; Dr. Robert Spitzer reading his letter of apology;   Learn more about IDDM (Mentorship), Dr. Greg's new model of care; Need help? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation call with our staff to discuss how we can support you!  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, AND the opportunity to participate in Integrated Life Intensives: time-limited, group experiences covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more!   Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Do You Still Believe in the “Chemical Imbalance Theory of Mental Illness”? (counterpunch.org) It continues to come as a great surprise for many people to learn that psychiatry's leading authorities, including the former longtime director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), have discarded the “chemical imbalance theory of mental illness”—an idea which has had a profound impact on millions of emotionally suffering people and on our entire society. Acceptance of the idea that a chemical imbalance causes depression transformed the public's comfort level about taking antidepressants. With a belief that a chemical imbalance caused their depression, accompanied by repeatedly hearing that Prozac, Zoloft, and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants “work to correct this imbalance,” it seemed irresponsible not to take these antidepressants. So, when exactly did psychiatry discard its chemical imbalance theory? While researchers began jettisoning it by the 1990s, one of psychiatry's first loud rejections was in 2011, when psychiatrist Ronald Pies, Editor-in-Chief Emeritus of the Psychiatric Times, stated: “In truth, the ‘chemical imbalance' notion was always a kind of urban legend—never a theory seriously propounded by well-informed psychiatrists.” Pies is not the highest-ranking psychiatrist to acknowledge the invalidity of the chemical imbalance theory. Thomas Insel was the NIMH director from 2002 to 2015, and in his recently published book, Healing (2022), he notes, “The idea of mental illness as a ‘chemical imbalance' has now given way to mental illnesses as ‘connectional' or brain circuit disorders.” While this latest “brain circuit disorder” theory remains controversial, it is now consensus at the highest levels of psychiatry that the chemical imbalance theory is invalid. The jettisoning of the chemical imbalance theory should have been uncontroversial twenty-five years ago, when it became clear to research scientists that it was a disproved hypothesis. In Blaming the Brain (1998), Elliot Valenstein, professor emeritus of psychology and neuroscience at the University of Michigan, detailed research showing that it is just as likely for people with normal serotonin levels to feel depressed as it is for people with abnormal serotonin levels, and that it is just as likely for people with abnormally high serotonin levels to feel depressed as it is for people with abnormally low serotonin levels. Valenstein concluded, “Furthermore, there is no convincing evidence that depressed people have a serotonin or norepinephrine deficiency.” But how many Americans heard about this? Ronald Pies claimed in the Psychiatric Times in 2014 that the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the guild of American psychiatrists, fulfilled its obligation to inform the general public with a 2000 public statement that begins: “The exact causes of mental disorders are unknown, but an explosive growth of research has brought us closer to the answers.” Pies did acknowledge that psychiatry should have been clearer and louder, “Shouldn't psychiatrists in positions of influence have made greater efforts to knock down the chemical imbalance hypothesis, and to present a more sophisticated understanding of mental illness to the general public? Probably so.” Apparently, authorities at the highest levels have long known that the chemical imbalance theory was a disproven hypothesis, but they have viewed it as a useful “noble lie” to encourage medication use. Bruce E. Levine, a practicing clinical psychologist, writes and speaks about how society, culture, politics, and psychology intersect. His most recent book is A Profession Without Reason: The Crisis of Contemporary Psychiatry—Untangled and Solved by Spinoza, Freethinking, and Radical Enlightenment (2022). His Web site is brucelevine.net For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com

In this episode, I'll be discussing Trauma according to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the DSM 5. I'll also be discussing Racial trauma and how racial trauma can lead to mental stress and even PTSD symptoms and diagnosis. Below are some resources related to mental health for those in the Black community mentioned in the episode: https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/ https://therapyforblackmen.org/ https://abpsi.org/contact-us/find_psych/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/808875152620942/%20%C2%A0%C2%A0 https://mailchi.mp/779b28ae9d41/browngirltherapy https://mcusercontent.com/6aa11fa786466642f2188db2e/files/b0f976a5-31fd-4406-9033-b31620907758/100_Self_Care_Ideas_by_GirlTrek_compressed.pdf

Are Eating Disorders Brain Disorders? https://www.worldsbest.rehab/are-eating-disorders-brain-disorders/ https://www.worldsbest.rehab/es/are-eating-disorders-brain-disorders/   According to the American Society for Nutrition, the number of people suffering from eating disorders is on the rise globally, and the severity of the cases has increased as well. In fact, in the US alone, around 24 million people suffer from these disorders, contributing to approximately 10,200 deaths a year. Interestingly, even populations that weren't deemed prone to eating disorders, like men and citizens of non-western countries, are now seeing a rise in cases. As such, it is now more important than ever to understand these disorders. What are eating disorders? According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), eating disorders are behavioral conditions that consistently disturb your eating behavior and cause distressing thoughts and emotions. Some symptoms of these disorders are binge eating, restrictive eating, compulsive exercise, laxative misuse, and purging by vomiting.   While there's evidence suggesting that risk factors for these disorders can be hereditary, this is not always the case. Beyond that, these disorders don't usually appear alone – they come with other psychiatric disorders like anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Common eating disorders include:   Anorexia nervosa – this eating disorder mostly affects women and usually presents itself during puberty or young adulthood. It's characterized by a nagging belief that you are overweight and an obsession with weight loss, even if you're underweight   Bulimia nervosa -this is another disorder that is more common in women and tends to develop in teenagers and young adults. People with this disorder binge eat large amounts of food until they become painfully full then they purge by vomiting   Orthorexia is an unhealthy focus on eating in a healthy way. Eating nutritious food is good, but if you have orthorexia, you obsess about it to a degree that can damage your health.   Binge eating disorder – while it may start later on in life, this disorder usually starts during adolescence or early adulthood. It is characterized by eating unusually large amounts of food in short timeframes, sometimes in secret. While they experience shame and disgust after binging, people with this disorder don't purge   Pica- while this disorder affects children, adolescents, and adults, it is more common among pregnant women, children, and those with mental disabilities. It is characterized by eating things that aren't considered food. These include chalk, soil, hair, and paper Do eating disorders affect your brain?   Since eating disorders usually lead to malnutrition, they can affect your brain negatively. In fact, a 2007 study published in the McGill Journal of Medicine found that the severe weight loss associated with anorexia can deteriorate your brain's gray and white matter; a condition linked to other mental health issues.   Also, a 2010 study by Yale University links prolonged anorexia with reduced brain volume1. Ultimately, eating disorders can cause brain changes that negatively affect your mood, decision-making process, ability to think clearly, and ability to cope with daily stressors. Key brain changes to expect in people suffering from brain disorders include:   Neurotransmitter behavior disruption   Deterioration of the brain's emotional centers   Brain structure damage due to malnutrition   Disruptions in executive and cognitive functioning   Brain oxygen deprivation due to a reduced heartbeat   Weakening of your brain's reward system   Increased anxiety, fear of failure, perfectionism, and rigid thinking   Can the negative brain effects of eating disorders be reversed?   As long as you recover and maintain full nourishment, the negative brain effects of eating disorders can be reversed. The more you recover, the more your brain grows and its grey matter increases. Studies even show that MRI scans of people who have recovered from anorexia are normal while those of people who still have the disorder are abnormal.   However, brain recovery takes time and requires patience. Even six months after recovering your full weight, your brain will not be fully recovered. But with a good diet and a little patience, you will recover your full health eventually. Can A-Grade students have eating disorders?   Even if you're an A-grade student, you can still have an eating disorder. In fact, studies even show that there is a strong link between academic perfection and eating disorders in teenagers. This is because both of these activate similar reward systems in your brain. As such, you can suffer greatly from eating disorders but still perform well academically.   Treatment of eating disorders   To treat eating disorders, nurses, dieticians, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and mental health professionals usually work together. This ensures that your treatment and recovery are holistic. Before these professionals treat you though, you will need a professional evaluation – self-diagnoses or hunches will not be accepted.   Once you are diagnosed with an eating disorder though, be prepared for a long and arduous recovery journey. Some treatment methods used for these disorders include:   Outpatient eating disorder treatments Inpatient care Residential programs Secondary care at transitions house 1:1 care Group therapy Ultimately, your assigned medical professionals are the ones who'll advise you on an appropriate treatment plan for your unique situation.   Eating Disorder Signs in Teens https://www.worldsbest.rehab/eating-disorder-signs-in-teens/ Signs of PICA Eating Disorder https://www.worldsbest.rehab/pica-eating-disorder/ What Does Feeling Fat Really Mean Emotionally? https://www.worldsbest.rehab/i-feel-fat-what-does-feeling-fat-really-mean/ Rehab Treatment for Eating Disorders https://www.worldsbest.rehab/eating-disorder-treatment/ The Link Between Bullying and Eating Disorders https://www.worldsbest.rehab/bullying-and-eating-disorders/ The Link Between Eating Disorders and the Perfect Appearance https://www.worldsbest.rehab/eating-disorders-perfect-appearance/ Does the Pursuit of Academic Perfection Cause Eating Disorders? https://www.worldsbest.rehab/academic-perfection-and-eating-disorders/ Worlds Best Rehab: The #1 Treatment Journal https://www.worldsbest.rehab/  

Recorded: 6/13/2021 / Published: 2/11/2022- Welcome to Kuldrin's Krypt. I'm your host Master Kuldrin. If you are new to the show we use our combined 30 years of BDSM experience and my 20 years working in the psychology field to dispel myths, get rid of stereotypes, and answer your questions about BDSM. You can call in at 865-268-4005 to leave your question or visit the Krypt at https://kuldrinskrypt.com. - In this week's episode of The Krypt we are celebrating gay pride month by putting together an episode aimed at parents who want to send their children to conversion therapy. We are going to define it, get into what psychology thinks about it, go over some of the techniques used, tell you if it is still legal and where, and finally, report the unsurprising statics on its effectiveness, the number of self-harm cases caused by it, and whether it increases or decreases suicidal ideation in the gay population. - Rules to Love By: ( https://inclusionwoodworks.com )1: Safe, sane, consensual, and informed2: KNKI: Knowledge, No Intolerance, Kindness, Integrity3: “Submission is not about authority and it's not about obedience; it is all about relationships of love and respect.” -Wm. Paul Young- “Gay Pride Month: Conversion Therapy-S03E48” Sexual orientation: .What is Conversion therapy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conversion_therapyConversion therapy is the pseudoscientific practice of trying to change an individual's sexual orientation from homosexual or bisexual to heterosexual using psychological, physical, or spiritual interventions. What does modern psychology have to say about it?There is no reliable evidence that sexual orientation can be changed, and medical institutions warn that conversion therapy practices are ineffective and potentially harmful. Medical, scientific, and government organizations in the United States and the United Kingdom have expressed concern over the validity, efficacy, and ethics of conversion therapy. Various jurisdictions around the world have passed laws against conversion therapy.The American Psychiatric Association (APA) opposes psychiatric treatment "based upon the assumption that homosexuality per se is a mental disorder or based upon the a priori assumption that a patient should change his/her sexual homosexual orientation" and describes attempts to change a person's sexual orientation by practitioners as unethical. The APA also states that the advancement of conversion therapy may cause social harm by disseminating unscientific views about sexual orientation. In 2001, United States Surgeon General David Satcher issued a report stating that "there is no valid scientific evidence that sexual orientation can be changed".What are some of the techniques that have been used?Techniques used in conversion therapy in the United States and Western Europe have included ice-pick lobotomies; chemical castration with hormonal treatment; aversive treatments, such as "the application of electric shock to the hands and/or genitals"; "nausea-inducing drugs ... administered simultaneously with the presentation of homoerotic stimuli"; and masturbatory reconditioning. More recent clinical techniques used in the United States have been limited to counseling, visualization, social skills training, psychoanalytic therapy, and spiritual interventions such as "prayer and group support and pressure", though there are some reports of aversive treatments through unlicensed practice as late as the early 2000s. The term reparative therapy has been used as a synonym for conversion therapy in general,[9] but it has been argued that, strictly speaking, it refers to a specific kind of therapy associated with the psychologists Elizabeth Moberly and Joseph Nicolosi.Is Conversion Therapy legal? For a complete list of states, counties, and cities: https://www.lgbtmap.org/equality-maps/conversion_therapy?fbclid=IwAR3GRyxenu0s0S6AtZl3gLKVuXtrIlrBHJFKgp9UKP24KmuoOgxQ0NFQTUcConversion "therapy" laws prohibit licensed mental health practitioners from subjecting LGBTQ minors to harmful conversion "therapy" practices that attempt to change their sexual orientation or gender identity. These laws do not restrict the practice among religious providers.Total state ban: 20 states (CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NV, OR, RI, UT, VA, VT, WA) and Washington D.C.Partial Ban: 2 states (NC, WI), 1 territory: Puerto RicoStates in federal judicial circuit with a preliminary injunction currently preventing enforcement of conversion therapy ban: 3 (AL, GA, FL) No state law or policy: 25 states, 4 territoriesIs it effective and what are the statistics?Ariel Shidlo and Michael Schroeder found in "Changing Sexual Orientation: A Consumer's Report", a peer-reviewed study of 202 respondents published in 2002, that 88% of participants failed to achieve a sustained change in their sexual behavior and 3% reported changing their orientation to heterosexual. The remainder reported either losing all sexual drive or attempting to remain celibate, with no change in attraction. Some of the participants who failed felt a sense of shame and had gone through conversion therapy programs for many years. Others who failed believed that therapy was worthwhile and valuable. Many respondents felt harmed by the attempt to change, and reported depression, suicidal ideation, and attempts, hypervigilance of gender-deviant mannerisms, social isolation, fear of being a child abuser and poor self-esteem. 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What separates a good leader from a great one? These in-depth interviews with some of family medicine's most influential leaders provide insight into pivotal experiences that boosted leadership skills and provided unprecedented opportunities for personal growth.In this episode, Dr Saccocio discusses conflict in the workplace with Frank Clark, MD.This series of podcasts is sponsored by the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM), the academic home for family medicine educators.Guest Bio:Dr. Frank Alexander Clark is a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Prisma Health-Upstate. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Monmouth College in Illinois and a Doctor of Medicine degree from Northwestern University. He then completed his residency in general psychiatry at Palmetto Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC (now Prisma Health-Midlands)Dr. Clark serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville and Medical Director & Division Chief for Adult Inpatient and Consult-Liaison Services for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Prisma Health.In addition to his psychiatric practice, Dr. Clark has held many leadership positions in national organizations including the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Locally he serves on the board of directors for National Alliance on Mental Illness-Greenville (NAMI) and Mental Health of America-Greenville.  He was recently appointed to serve as the President of board of directors for Mental Health of America- Greenville. Dr. Clark has presented on various topics related to wellness, interplay between faith and mental health, workforce diversity, micro-aggressions, and the social determinants of mental health.Host Bio:Saria Saccocio, MD, FAAFP, MHADr. Saria Saccocio serves as the President of Proactive MD, an innovative direct primary carecompany that cares passionately about helping people live healthier lives, partnering withemployers, and driving down healthcare costs. She supports the teams of client services,operations, and medical affairs to deliver exceptional quality care.Dr. Saccocio has demonstrated a consistent history of leading award-winning programs andimproving patient care and safety across the continuum as a Chief Medical Officer for healthsystems in the southeast. She received her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Florida,and her Executive Master of Health Administration from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of Miami beforeopening her own solo family practice. She continues to serve patients at the Greenville FreeMedical Clinic. Becker's Hospital Review has recognized Dr. Saccocio as one of the top 100 Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know and has been elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Her extensive civic and community involvement has included serving with many organizations such as: the Modern Healthcare Women Advisory Board, board member for the South Carolina Hospital Association, United Way of Greenville County; Greenville Free Medical Clinic, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate, the South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians Board, and is an Alum of the Women's Leadership Institute and the Diversity Leadership Institute at Furman University.

In this episode, we are joined by Drs Ali and Mark Novitsky. From MDs to health, fitness, mindset and life coaches for women physicians. They went from working in a broken healthcare system to starting a side hustle and side gig that turned into a full time gig that leaves them happy and fulfilled.   Biography:   Ali's Bio: Ali Novitsky, MD is the CEO and founder of Life Coaching for Women Physicians www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com.  She is Triple board certified in Obesity Medicine, Pediatrics, and Neonatology.  She is a certified Life Coach,  National Speaker, Blogger, and Host of The Podcast “Life Coaching for Women Physicians”.  Ali attended Temple University School of Medicine and completed her Pediatric residency and Neonatal Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson/AI duPont Hospital for Children.  She completed her coach training at The Life Coach School. Ali helps women physicians achieve optimal health by optimizing their unique potential with simple strategies backed by science.  Ali offers two group coaching programs, GOALS Society and her CME program, Transform.  Ali is married to her med school sweetheart, Mark, who is a child and adolescent psychiatrist.  Together, they are raising two strong daughters and one energetic puppy.   Web: www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com Instagram: @alinovitskymd    Facebook: Ali Novitsky MD Itunes Podcast Link:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-coaching-for-women-physicians/id1506931432 Spotify Podcast Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qGhl7yML5Y2O2iHyecFPt   Mark's Bio: Mark A. Novitsky Jr. MD is a Dual Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Adult Psychiatrist and owns/operates NOVITSKY MD boutique mind doctors, where the team emphasizes the importance of therapy and a embraces a patient-centered mental health approach to optimizing an individual's well being. Dr. Mark is an adjunct faculty for Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University's Department of Psychiatry. He was previously the Corporate Medical Director for one of Philadelphia's largest non-profit Child Mental Health Organizations. He is a graduate of The Beck Initiative, a joint collaboration between The Aaron T. Beck Center at The University of Pennsylvania and CBH/DBHIDS, for Cognitive Therapy and Research. For the last several years, he has had the privilege of working at Washington DC's premier psychiatry office, Potomac Psychiatry, as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, adult psychiatrist, and a forensic expert witness providing court testimony in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. Potomac Psychiatry has been featured as the Faces of Washington, in The Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mark grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University (where he roomed with none other than F. Scott Feel, and attended both medical school and psychiatry residency at Temple University School of Medicine (now Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University). He served as Chief Resident in his third year of residency at Temple. He completed Child and Adolescent fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, where he served as Chief Fellow. During his fellowship, Dr. Mark was awarded a research grant. He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at the annual meetings of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP). In 2013, his Adherence in Pediatric Psychopharmacology-A Multi-dimensional Perspective and Approach was a docent selection of American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Mark has taught hundreds of medical students and residents, and most recently was the lead Child and Adolescent Pscyhiatrist in a non-profit public outreach campaign to Philadelphia schools teaching school administration, teachers, counselors, and parents about how to identify and address Depression, Anxiety, Substance abuse, and Bullying. More recently, he has joined forces with his wife's company, Life Coaching For Women Physicians, to expand her content with such Q&A seminars as “Did I Screw Up My Kid?”, “Beyond Coaching”, and “Exercising Intimacy”.   Web: novitskymd.com   The PT Hustle Website Schedule an Appointment with Kyle Rice HET LITE Tool Anywhere Healthcare (code: HET)  

Why do we always think we have to wait until New Year's to set a resolution or change something big in our lives? We don't! We can start right now. Dr. Mark Novitsky and I are talking about how to restart any area of your life by setting small, achievable goals.   Restart and Create New Opportunities By: Figuring out what areas of your life you want to restart Brainstorm what specifically you want to restart Write down how you will do that Create small, achievable goals  Do it! Don't wait for the perfect time, there isn't one!   About Mark Novitsky, MD Dr. Mark Novitsky is a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist.  Dr. Mark believes that effective work with children involves working closely with parents, schools, and other medical/mental health providers - to achieve a joint goal of optimizing a child's well-being.   His extensive clinical experience includes, but is not limited to: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Mood Disorders Depressive disorder Bipolar disorder Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Childhood trauma/Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder Substance Use Disorders Dr. Mark is an adjunct faculty for Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University's Department of Psychiatry.  He was previously the Corporate Medical Director for one of Philadelphia's largest non-profit Child Mental Health Organizations.  He is a graduate of The Beck Initiative, a joint collaboration between The Aaron T. Beck Center at The University of Pennsylvania and CBH/DBHIDS, for Cognitive Therapy and Research.  For the last several years, he has had the privilege of working at Washington DC's premier psychiatry office, Potomac Psychiatry, as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, adult psychiatrist, and a forensic expert witness providing court testimony in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.  Potomac Psychiatry has been featured as the Faces of Washington, in The Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mark grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University, and attended both medical school and psychiatry residency at Temple University School of Medicine (now Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University). He served as Chief Resident in his third year of residency at Temple.  He completed Child and Adolescent fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, where he served as Chief Fellow.   During his fellowship, Dr. Mark was awarded a research grant.  He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at the annual meetings of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).  In 2013, his Adherence in Pediatric Psychopharmacology-A Multi-dimensional Perspective and Approach was a docent selection of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Mark has taught hundreds of medical students and residents, and most recently was the lead Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in a non-profit public outreach campaign to Philadelphia schools through Michael's Giving HAND (Micahel P. Donatucci Foundation, Inc ), teaching school administration, teachers, counselors, and parents about how to identify and address Depression, Anxiety, Substance abuse, and Bullying.   When he's not working, Dr. Mark enjoys spending time with his family, walking around Longwood Gardens, checking out live music, and being outdoors with his Labradoodle.   It's Not Too Late! It's not too late to restart and rethink any area of your life that doesn't feel good! Dr. Mark says that we don't have to wait for the perfect opportunity to have a restart. We can create our own opportunities to improve our lives. One of the key aspects of restarting is to think of it as a new opportunity. What's worked before? What hasn't worked? Reevaluate and create your restart realistically in ways that work for you. We think it's really important to consistently check in with your partner. This applies outside of the restart planning, too! Getting a sense of where each other is in life and what their priorities are is such an essential part of building a healthy relationship.   Relationship Restarts I personally love doing these restarts with Dr. Mark. We can bounce ideas off with each other, ask opinions on what the other thinks we should prioritize, and have a partner to keep each other motivated. Your partner can also help you see how you can restart something by thinking in a new way. Restarts have to work for you, but sometimes you need to think totally outside your normal line of thinking.  Dr. Mark and I are figuring out all the areas of our lives we want to restart. Once we've done this, we brainstorm what we can restart and improve and how to do that. Remember, smaller goals are often better and lead to long-term happiness!   Homework for Women Physicians What areas of your life are you looking forward to restarting? What kind of changes do you want to make? Let me know in the comments on the episode page!   In This Episode  How to view your restart as a new opportunity [1:30] The importance of regularly checking in with your relationships [10:30] How to plan a restart with your partner [12:00] What happens when you look at restarting as thinking of something in a different way [18:15] Why you should figure out all your areas to restart and work on small goals for each of them [24:00]   Quotes “You don't have to wait until New Year's, that's so cliche. The restart can happen now.” [5:11] “Resetting by being willing to have the difficult conversations, by being willing to hold the boundaries so we can feel content because we're thinking we are holding the boundaries. Also, maybe leave some space to be spontaneous.” [14:48] “You can love what you do and own it, not have to change it, and still be there for your family.” [25:35]   Resources Mentioned Join G.O.A.L.S. Society Free for 30 Days Check out the full episode page here Find Life Coaching for Women Physicians Online Follow Dr. Ali Novitsky on Facebook | Instagram  Subscribe to Life Coaching for Women Physicians on Apple Podcasts Podcast production by the team at Counterweight Creative   Related Episodes Episode 84: Reevaluating Your Relationship with Mark Novitsky, MD Episode 83: What Are You Waiting For? Episode 81: Say "Yes" to Yourself

There is so much power in reimaging yourself and your life. Whether you think you can, or you think you can, you're right - so which do you want it to be? Dr. Mark Novitsky joins me to talk all about reimagining the different areas of your life.   The Key Areas to Reimagine Your Life Yourself & Your Priorities Your Relationship Your Parenting Style Your Career   About Mark Novitsky, MD Dr. Mark Novitsky is a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist.  Dr. Mark believes that effective work with children involves working closely with parents, schools, and other medical/mental health providers - to achieve a joint goal of optimizing a child's well-being.   His extensive clinical experience includes, but is not limited to: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Mood Disorders Depressive disorder Bipolar disorder Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Childhood trauma/Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder Substance Use Disorders Dr. Mark is an adjunct faculty for Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University's Department of Psychiatry.  He was previously the Corporate Medical Director for one of Philadelphia's largest non-profit Child Mental Health Organizations.  He is a graduate of The Beck Initiative, a joint collaboration between The Aaron T. Beck Center at The University of Pennsylvania and CBH/DBHIDS, for Cognitive Therapy and Research.  For the last several years, he has had the privilege of working at Washington DC's premier psychiatry office, Potomac Psychiatry, as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, adult psychiatrist, and a forensic expert witness providing court testimony in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.  Potomac Psychiatry has been featured as the Faces of Washington, in The Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mark grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University, and attended both medical school and psychiatry residency at Temple University School of Medicine (now Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University). He served as Chief Resident in his third year of residency at Temple.  He completed Child and Adolescent fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, where he served as Chief Fellow.   During his fellowship, Dr. Mark was awarded a research grant.  He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at the annual meetings of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).  In 2013, his Adherence in Pediatric Psychopharmacology-A Multi-dimensional Perspective and Approach was a docent selection of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Mark has taught hundreds of medical students and residents, and most recently was the lead Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in a non-profit public outreach campaign to Philadelphia schools through Michael's Giving HAND (Micahel P. Donatucci Foundation, Inc ), teaching school administration, teachers, counselors, and parents about how to identify and address Depression, Anxiety, Substance abuse, and Bullying.   When he's not working, Dr. Mark enjoys spending time with his family, walking around Longwood Gardens, checking out live music, and being outdoors with his Labradoodle.   The Power in Reimagining Your Life Dr. Mark joins me for part two of this series! In this episode, we're talking about reimagining your life. When you reimagine your life, your relationship, your career, your parenting style, or wherever you need to put that energy, you're opening yourself up to so many opportunities. Not only can it give you more space, reimagining these aspects can help you feel better. You might feel closer to your partner, as Dr. Mark and I do, you can feel like a better parent, and you can have more clarity over what you want in your career.   Reimagining Your Life is Exciting Plus, isn't the very act of reimagining your life exciting? You have all these options and possibilities in front of you and get to choose who you want to be and show up as. Mark and I especially enjoyed this process when we reimagined how we want to parent. One thing that really helped me and Mark with our relationship was taking The Love Languages quiz. By understanding what ways we both need to feel love and how each other express it, we're in a much better position to be better partners.  Finally, Mark and I talk about how important it is to set boundaries when we're reimagining the areas of our lives. It's all well and good to make changes in x, y, z areas, but if you're not setting firm boundaries, you might find yourself sliding into old habits.   Homework for Women Physicians How can you start to reimagine some of the areas in your life? Let me know in the comments on the episode page how you can start doing this today.   In This Episode  What can happen when you reimagine yourself [10:00] How reimaging your life can give you more space [14:30] How reimaging your parenting style can be exciting [20:15] How to increase the effort to improve your love language with your partner [23:00] The importance of setting boundaries when reimaging your roles [25:30]   Quotes “We're talking about relationships, but it starts with what you are bringing to the table.” [8:55] “I'm so detail-oriented that reimagining me is seeing more of the big picture. The reason why is because I want to create more space in my life.” [10:22] “Reimaging the parenting is investing in our family now, deciding what way we want to go with it, and it's exciting.” [20:11]   Resources Mentioned Check out The Love Language Quiz for Yourself Check out the full episode page here Find Life Coaching for Women Physicians Online Follow Dr. Ali Novitsky on Facebook | Instagram  Subscribe to Life Coaching for Women Physicians on Apple Podcasts Podcast production by the team at Counterweight Creative   Related Episodes Episode 66: Dr. Dena George on Editing Your Life Story Episode 83: What Are You Waiting For? Episode 81: Say "Yes" to Yourself

Finding balance, support, and boundaries with your partner can be difficult, especially when you're spending near-constant time together. I'm joined by my husband, Dr. Mark Novitsky, to talk about re-evaluating our relationship. Setting goals and boundaries, making time and effort, and supporting each other is essential for a healthy, thriving, happy relationship.   Re-Evaluate your Relationship By: Scheduling regular check-ins for all the different hats you wear Supporting your partner when they need it Set and stick to realistic boundaries, even when it's hard Recognize the effort your partner makes   About Mark Novitsky, MD Dr. Mark Novitsky is a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist.  Dr. Mark believes that effective work with children involves working closely with parents, schools, and other medical/mental health providers - to achieve a joint goal of optimizing a child's well-being.   His extensive clinical experience includes, but is not limited to: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Mood Disorders Depressive disorder Bipolar disorder Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Childhood trauma/Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder Substance Use Disorders Dr. Mark is an adjunct faculty for Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University's Department of Psychiatry.  He was previously the Corporate Medical Director for one of Philadelphia's largest non-profit Child Mental Health Organizations.  He is a graduate of The Beck Initiative, a joint collaboration between The Aaron T. Beck Center at The University of Pennsylvania and CBH/DBHIDS, for Cognitive Therapy and Research.  For the last several years, he has had the privilege of working at Washington DC's premier psychiatry office, Potomac Psychiatry, as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, adult psychiatrist, and a forensic expert witness providing court testimony in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.  Potomac Psychiatry has been featured as the Faces of Washington, in The Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mark grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University, and attended both medical school and psychiatry residency at Temple University School of Medicine (now Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University). He served as Chief Resident in his third year of residency at Temple.  He completed Child and Adolescent fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University, where he served as Chief Fellow.   During his fellowship, Dr. Mark was awarded a research grant.  He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at the annual meetings of both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).  In 2013, his Adherence in Pediatric Psychopharmacology-A Multi-dimensional Perspective and Approach was a docent selection of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Mark has taught hundreds of medical students and residents, and most recently was the lead Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in a non-profit public outreach campaign to Philadelphia schools through Michael's Giving HAND (Micahel P. Donatucci Foundation, Inc ), teaching school administration, teachers, counselors, and parents about how to identify and address Depression, Anxiety, Substance abuse, and Bullying.   When he's not working, Dr. Mark enjoys spending time with his family, walking around Longwood Gardens, checking out live music, and being outdoors with his Labradoodle.   The Importance of Boundaries and Communication When the pandemic hit, Dr. Mark and I knew we had to sit down and re-evaluate our relationship and the hats we wore. Living and working in the same house proved to be more challenging than we'd initially expected. We both found ourselves pushing boundaries. It's still a work-in-progress, but Mark and I opened the conversations that needed to happen so we could get our relationship and happiness back. We knew we needed to establish our goals in our relationship and as parents, but first, we needed to figure out our individual goals. By setting our individual goals, we were able to fit them into our shared goals easier. What's worked for us is setting aside time to discuss each of the different hats we wear; for example, if we're on a walk, we dedicate one topic per lap. It's all about finding what works for you.   Support Your Partner, Especially When Things Are Hard One of the things we've learned over the last two years is how to support each other as parents, too. Even though we have different parenting styles, we can still show up and ‘tap-in' when we see the other struggling or needing a bit of extra alone time. When things get difficult, as they do, especially when spending close to 24 hours together, we've found that remembering what originally drew us to each other is helpful. Going back to those early roots can help a relationship stay alive and loving. Finally, it doesn't have to always be about the outcome. I've noticed how Mark is making more of an effort in many different areas. I'm so excited to see how our relationship together, as parents, and as business owners continues to grow and evolve.   Homework for Women Physicians Are you and your partner setting aside time to have the conversations you need to? Do you struggle to set boundaries with your partner? Let me know in the comments on the episode page how I can support you!   In This Episode  How to discuss your goals as a couple [7:00] Why it's not only okay but essential, to have individual goals in a relationship [12:30] The importance of supporting your partner as parents [15:00] Remember why you fell for your partner in the beginning [22:30] The importance of setting aside time to have specific conversations [27:00] Why the effort often matters more than the outcome [28:30]   Quotes “The conversation for us started with talking about our couple's goals. But, in order to get to those couple's goals, we needed to start with talking about our individual goals and what we're bringing to the table.” [6:55] “That individual goal really was more than that. I wanted to have the time with Ali, I wanted to be able to do these walks. Once I committed to that goal, I was able to find time, even in this current busy schedule, to achieve some of that.” [13:24] “How did we want to show up as parents? One of the things that we both agreed on was that we wanted to give them life experiences. We want to travel as much as we can, we want to do all those different types of things. When we have that bit to look forward to, it really reminds us of the parents that we do want to be. So when the little things happen, the feistiness or the dumbbells getting thrown, when the tap-outs are happening, we have a vision of how we want to show up as our best selves, as parents. Knowing that there will be different parenting styles amongst partners but it doesn't matter. You can still work those in and choose to support each other.” [17:36]   Resources Mentioned Check out the full episode page here Find Life Coaching for Women Physicians Online Follow Dr. Ali Novitsky on Facebook | Instagram  Subscribe to Life Coaching for Women Physicians on Apple Podcasts Podcast production by the team at Counterweight Creative   Related Episodes Episode 79: Do More of What Works  Episode 81: Say "Yes" to Yourself  Episode 77: Not Just One of The Guys

Dr. Mirhom speaks with the president of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) on physician wellness and global mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on healthcare workers around the world. What are the factors that impact physician wellness? What are the initiatives that the APA is taking to tackle this topic?

Leslie Cohen talks about her new must-read memoir “The Audacity of a Kiss: Love, Art and Liberation” with Emmy Winner Charlotte Robinson host of OUTTAKE VOICES™ that's published by Rutgers University Press. This is an important read that tells the historic love story of a gay woman who broke through the oppressive roles expected for women in the 1950's and 1960's and came out on top in the 1970's. Not only for women but remember in the 1950's being LGBTQ was illegal and listed as an illness by the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders). It was not until 1973 that the American Psychiatric Association (APA) finally removed the diagnosis of “homosexuality” from the second edition of its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). It was at this time that Cohen with three of her friends Michelle Florea, Linda Goldfarb and Barbara Russo created New York City's first upscale women's club Sahara that showcased women in art, politics and music. From May of 1976 to December of 1979 on Manhattan's fashionable Upper East Side Sahara was the first club fronted by lesbian women instead of being controlled by Mafia Bosses. Creating a safe space for women attracted many celebrities and luminaries of the era including Betty Friedan, Gloria Steinem, Pat Benatar, Ntozake Shange, Rita Mae Brown, Adrienne Rich, Patti Smith, Bella Abzug, Jane Fonda to name a few who performed and held special events at Sahara. This led to Leslie and her partner Beth Suskin becoming the models in 1979 for the iconic sculpture “Gay Liberation” in Greenwich Village that commemorates the Stonewall Riots and was declared a national monument by President Obama in 2016. We talked to Leslie about how Sahara changed the course of her life and her spin on the future of our LGBTQ civil rights.  Leslie Cohen has been a museum curator, a nightclub owner and promoter, a limousine driver and a lawyer, as well as a writer whose work has appeared in such publications as Curve and The New York Times Style Magazine. Now retired she and her wife Beth live in Miami, Florida with their cat Birdie. For More Info… LISTEN: 500+ LGBTQ Chats @OUTTAKE VOICES 

Mission Unstoppable host  Frankie Picasso and Movie Critic Brent Marchant have a conversation with CURED Filmmakers, Patrick Sammon and Bennett Singer. Cured is  a brilliant documentary that  brings to life,  a  largely unknown chapter in the history of the struggle for LGBTQ equality: the campaign that led the American Psychiatric Association (APA) to remove homosexuality from its manual of mental illnesses.

There has been a dramatic upsurge in violence against Asian Americans over the last year since the outbreak of the virus in Wuhan China.  In this episode, Dr. Virani talks with Asian American and Pacific Islander Doctors about their experiences with racial trauma and cultural boundaries that have affected them and the lives of their patients. Discussed in this episode The history of xenophobia against AAPIs DSM-5 cultural formation interview and its evolution Understanding the larger social context in which a patient lives Recommendations on how providers should respond to racist verbal assault and hate speech. Misdiagnosis due to lack of understanding of cultural issues Ethnic preference and sharing trust with patients and providers Cultural competence The CLAS Blueprint Cultural concepts of distress in the DSM   Peter Jongho Na, M.D., M.P.H., is an addiction psychiatry fellow at Yale University. Francis G. Lu, M.D., is the Luke & Grace Kim Professor in Cultural Psychiatry, Emeritus, at the University of California, Davis.  As a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), Dr. Lu has contributed to the areas of cultural psychiatry including the interface with religion/spirituality, psychiatric education, diversity/inclusion, mental health equity, and psychiatry/film.  Dr. Connie Chen is a PGY-2 at the San Mateo County Psychiatry Residency Training Program in San Mateo, CA. She is also Co-Chair of the San Mateo County Chinese Health Initiative, where she coordinates efforts to promote access to mental health services and reduce stigma around mental illness in local Chinese and Asian American communities. Her interests include cultural psychiatry, psychotherapy, and public psychiatry. Peter Na's Psychiatric News Article www.thinkculturalhealth.hhs.gov Be sure to let your colleagues know about the podcast, and please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you listen to it. Subscribe to the podcast here. Listen to other podcasts produced by the American Psychiatric Association.  

This Podcast is brought to you by: Picmonic - USE THIS LINK TO GET 20% OFF ANY PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP: https://www.picmonic.com/affiliate/medspirationLDW19 Click here to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBILFOvoJ4x2bRhfSapAopA?sub_confirmation=1 In today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Uma Naidoo. Michelin-starred chef David Bouley described Dr. Uma Naidoo as the world’s first “triple threat” in the food & medicine space: a Harvard trained psychiatrist, Professional Chef graduating with her culinary schools’ most coveted award, and a trained Nutrition Specialist. Her nexus of interests have found their niche in Nutritional Psychiatry. Dr. Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based Nutritional Psychiatry Service in the United States. She is the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) & Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at MGH Academy while serving on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. She has also been asked by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) to offer the first academic text in nutritional psychiatry. I read her best selling book, 'This is Your Brain on Food' & in this episode we go IN DEPTH about which foods she uses to help her patients fight depression, anxiety, PTSD ADHD & more. ►Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3h4yxkgwZCzn193Ls7O8FX?si=UylJQzUpSPySkNrwt9mDcQ&dl_branch=1 ►Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medspiration/id1440527968#episodeGuid=medspiration.podbean.com%2F2275a52d-d9c5-37ff-a5bb-da547f5adb1a ►Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LXJU4Ol-Okc ►Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medspiration/ This Podcast is brought to you by: Picmonic - USE THIS LINK TO GET 20% OFF ANY PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP: https://www.picmonic.com/affiliate/medspirationLDW19 Picmonic has a visual learning platform that will help anyone in healthcare learn more in less time, so they can rock course exams, boards, and become more competent providers! Using their learning tools has been proven to increase long term memory retention up to 331%! Picmonic helped me with my USMLE Step 1 studies & can help also help student NPs, PAs, Pharm Ds, RNs, LPNs, paramedics & those in premed. We've partnered with them to bring you an INCREDIBLE OFFER: You can check them out @: Picmonic.com & sign up for FREE & you’ll get instant access to a free video and quiz questions every day - no credit card required. Use the promo code Medspiration for 20% off any Premium subscription!   Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 1. Introducing Dr. Naidoo (5:00) 2. Dr. Uma's Training (7:05) 3. Nutritional Psychiatry & Dr. Naidoo's Service (11:57) 4. Food Labeling & the Food System (17:14) 5. Gut Health and Mental & Emotional Well-being (19:08) 6. Foods that can Worsen Mental Health (22:01) 7. Mono-Sodium Glutamate (MSG) Foods & OCD (24:03) 8. Sugar, Artificial Sweeteners, Depression & Neuro-inflammation (25:46) 9. Addressing Soda intake + Sugar Addiction with Patients (30:28) 10. Foods that Help Depression (38:02) 11. The Mediterranean Eating Pattern (MEP) (38:57) 12. Foods that Help Anxiety (41:38) 13. How much Caffeine is ok? (44:24) 14. PTSD, Gut Memory & Foods to Eat/ Avoid (46:21) 15. The Role of the Gut in ADHD (52:27) 16. The Carnivore Diet? (54:20) 17. Tips for Easy Food Swaps & Substitutions (57:01) 18. Does Dr. Naidoo take supplements? (59:26) 19. How to Connect with Dr. Naidoo (1:00:11) Connect with Dr. Uma: Website: https://umanaidoomd.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrUmaNaidoo/ Buy her best selling book: https://book.umanaidoomd.com If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to our podcast & rate it 5 stars on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medspiration/id1440527968 Tag @medspiration in your stories on IG & please share with us your favorite parts of this podcast, I’ll be sure to feature you & write back!!! MEDspiration is a 501c3 (47-3028584) public benefit nonprofit organization. If you would like to support our vision of a better world, you can donate by visiting: https://donorbox.org/medspire-the-world All donations are tax-deductible. LIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/MEDspiration Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/medspiration_ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/MEDspiration Booking & charity inquiry: ceo@medspired.org  

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) estimates that 5% of American children have ADHD. The average age to diagnose ADHD is 7 years old, but symptoms of the condition typically appear when a child is 3–6 years old. APA research also found that boys are three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. In this episode, Dr. Akers will help parents understand what normal behaviors are and when parents may consider getting their children assessed for ADHD

How modern psychiatry developed: A few decades ago, psychiatrists were losing their status. Then, the fabrication of new diagnoses along with the invention of medications to treat them saved them economically. First the antidepressants, and then the newer antipsychotics came to the rescue. This moved the specialty into the medical mainstream because the psychiatrists were the only ones who purportedly understood it all. The novel diagnoses—some say concoctions—were enshrined in the psychiatric manual, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Pharmaceutical companies played a huge role in its creation. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) started aggressive disease-mongering of the new ailments. They hired ad agencies to produce “public service” drug advertising. The corporations marketed the new supposed cures alongside. By 2008, twenty-eight percent of the APA's income came from drug companies. According to influence theory, this made the APA virtually a subsidiary of the companies. Senator Chuck Grassley (R, Iowa) publicized the story in a congressional investigation. Ben Furman, MD, a psychiatrist in Finland, explained how it happened in a 2018 blog: The psychoanalytic belief system was thrown out and replaced with the DSM and the biomedical doctrine: everyone should have a diagnosis, and everyone should have medication. The psychiatrists now treated all the conditions that had been treated with therapy with medication. This became the treatment of choice for almost all mental health conditions regardless of whether the patient was an adult, teenager or child. A patient without medication became a rarity. The data system of mental health services required clinicians to diagnose anyone who sought help.The psychiatrists and corporations ignored studies showing damage from long-term drug use. They left disparaging critics out of the debate and out of the textbooks. Finally, long after the science matured, a few of the doctors are telling the truth. In 2012, an editorial in the British Journal of Psychiatry said the psychiatric medication revolution was at an end. Others now echo this sentiment. Support the show (https://paypal.me/dryohoauthor?locale.x=en_US)

En este episodio hablaremos de los trartornos de la conducta alimentaria y la función del nutricionista en estos padecimientos. American Psychiatric Association (APA). (2014). DSM V.pdf. In Manual Diagnóstico y Estadístico de los Tratornos Mentales (p. 1000). https://www.bibliopsi.org/docs/guia/DSM V.pdf. Rance, N. Moller, N. Clarke, V. (2017). Eating disorders are not about food, they're about life': Client perspectives on anorexia nervosa treatment. Journal of Health Psychology 22(5) 582-594 DOI: 10.1177/1359105315609088journals.sagepub.com/home/hpq

Listen in as Dr. Imran Khawaja talks about the importance of sleep and strategies to improve your sleep quality in pregnancy and with new babies.  Even tips for daylight savings time change!National Sleep Foundation American Academy of Sleep Medicine Imran S Khawaja MD FAASMDr. Imran S. Khawaja is a board-certified psychiatrist and a sleep medicine specialist, who is considered a national leader in sleep and mental health.He is currently a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma. He has been academic medicine and held academic appointments at various institutions, including the University of North Dakota, University of Minnesota, Baylor College of Medicine, and other universities. Dr. Khawaja has been a course director of a full day course on sleep medicine for psychiatrists at the American Psychiatric Association (APA) for five years and has given many talks to audiences from all backgrounds. He has published more than 100 articles, including peer-reviewed articles, review articles, editorials, and book chapters. He has published several books on the topics of sleep, psychiatry, and self-help. Support the show

Our topic for this episode is all about Trauma & Healing. The COVID pandemic, current political climate and the horrific events at the Capitol have caused great distress to humanity, our nation and the global community. Per the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recent poll suggests that 62% of Americans feel more anxious than they did at this time last year. This marks a sizable increase over APA polls of the past three (3) years in which the percentage ranged between 32% and 39%. New APA Poll Shows Surge in Anxiety Among Americans Top Causes Are Safety, COVID-19, Health, Gun Violence, and the Upcoming Election. When asked what made individuals extremely or somewhat anxious, Americans related that keeping themselves and their family safe was the primary concern. *** On today’s podcast, we have three (3) knowledgeable women and thought leaders that will share info about trauma, its effects and healing elements that may help to restore the connection of mind, body and spirit. Each brings vast expertise in their respective fields. This episode will also introduce: Dr. Sheila Roth, Dr. Kathleen Shoop and Dr. Madhu Bazaz Wangu as the initial Cypress podcasters. Cypress is an ecosystem of learning and multi-media project developed by Passages & Prose, LLC. It is a network of individuals, creative content, culture, strategy and current themes all of which have an impact on both the formal and informal learning processes that take place globally. In the coming months, new podcasters with unique voices will join in the collective of innovative creators. Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You? *** Source: American Psychiatric Association News (10/21/2020)

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) issued an apology in January 2021 for its contributions to structural racism in psychiatry.  Founded in 1844, 20 years before the Civil War, the APA was a product of its times, and racism was hard-baked into its structure.  Recognizing the harm that "race based inequities" has caused, the APA takes note of its previous actions and will begin addressing the issue head-on. It's a conversation striven (strewn) with complexities that considers the ultimate question: Can the master's tools dismantle the master's house?

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) does not recognize video game addiction as a disorder and states that it is a condition that requires further experimentation and study. However, it was recognized by the World Health Organization as a psychological disorder in 2018.https://recoverypartnernetwork.com/behavioral/video-game-addiction

Mental Health and Older Adults: Important Concerns and Future Directions “Both older adults and younger folks die by suicide, which is why mental health is a big public health issue that is often underfunded.” — Luming Li, M.D. One of the top leading causes of death in America is suicide - making mental health a critical topic. In this week's episode, we are joined by Luming Li, M.D., and Michael Schoenbaum, Ph.D., who are helping to advance the work of prevention of mental health conditions. Part One of ‘Mental Health and Older Adults: Important Concerns and Future Directions’ Luming Li, M.D. is an Assistant Professor at the Yale School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, and currently serves as the Associate Medical Director of Quality Improvement of the Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital. Her clinical focus is on patients with severe psychiatric conditions that require complex systems of care.  She works clinically as an inpatient psychiatrist at the transitional age, dual-diagnosis psychiatric/substance disorder units at the Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital, and serves as a consultant psychiatrist in the Nathan Smith Clinic for patients with HIV. She has research and educational interests in healthcare policy, hospital management, clinical redesign, leadership development, operational efficiency, and quality improvement.  Dr. Li completed a 7-year B.A./M.D. program at Rutgers/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and residency training at the Yale School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. She has also served on national committees within the American Psychiatric Association (APA), including the Health Systems and Financing Committee (2017-2018), and was an APA Public Psychiatry Fellowship recipient. She is a 2019-2020 Health and Aging Policy Fellow and American Political Science Association Congressional Fellow. Michael Schoenbaum (PhD in Economics, University of Michigan, 1995) is Senior Advisor for Mental Health Services, Epidemiology, and Economics in the NIMH's Division of Services and Intervention Research. He conducts analyses of public health and mental health service issues in support of Institute decision-making. He works to strengthen NIMH's relationships with public and private stakeholders to increase the public health impact of NIMH-supported research. He has worked extensively on expanding and improving identification and treatment of suicide risk; on improving treatment for behavioral health issues in general medical settings, and on broader implementation of the evidence-based Collaborative Care model to do so, and on facilitating the adoption of coordinated specialty care for early psychosis. Before joining NIMH in 2006, Dr. Schoenbaum was a Robert Wood Johnson Scholar in health policy at the University of California, Berkeley, from 1995-1997, and an economist at the RAND Corporation from 1997-2014 (adjunct 2006-2014). Part Two of ‘Mental Health and Older Adults: Important Concerns and Future Directions’ Many suicides are associated with mental health and/or substance use conditions; we might all wish for better treatments. But for now, from public health or a clinical care perspective, we have to work with the treatments that exist.  There's a national conversation about the need for better mental health and substance use care because everybody is concerned that the pandemic might be increasing risk. However, the conversation may also represent an opportunity to do better in ways that we could or should have pursued before the pandemic. There are different steps and components to zero suicide, but how do we measure that it's being implemented? Everything must be aligned with the evidence. Due to science development, there are now many ways to find people with suicide risk, which is essential because we can't help them if we can't find them. There are approaches to use evidence-based tools to accomplish what the goals are for the different steps. For example, one of the things that can be used is the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale or C-SSRS. It's a suicidal ideation and behavior screening scale created by researchers at Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, and New York University to evaluate suicide risk. The Collaborative Care Model is “one approach to integration in which primary care providers, care managers, and psychiatric consultants work together to provide care and monitor patients’ progress. These programs have been shown to be both clinically-effective and cost-effective for a variety of mental health conditions, in a variety of settings, using several different payment mechanisms” (UnützerJ, et al., 2013). “National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a useful resource not just for people who are struggling, but also if you know someone who is struggling, you can call the lifeline to get advice about how to help other people.” —  Michael Schoenbaum, Ph.D. The good news is that our science has identified many specific practices that would let us do better if we moved from current practice to broader use of better evidence-based practices. According to recent data, more people are reaching out and connecting well with telehealth services. Therefore, more needs to be done in terms of adequately communicating about the available services.  How to Find Resources to Help with Suicide The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 1-800-273-8255, available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, is an excellent place to start to know what the current status is on services. It's essential to try to reach out proactively to people whom you worry might be isolated and see how they're doing. How to Find Resources to Help with Substance Abuse or Misuse SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information. Also visit the online treatment locators. And here’s info on How 2-1-1 works! Types of Referrals Offered by 211   Basic Human Needs Resources – including food and clothing banks, shelters, rent assistance, and utility assistance. Physical and Mental Health Resources – including health insurance programs, Medicaid and Medicare, maternal health resources, health insurance programs for children, medical information lines, crisis intervention services, support groups, counseling, and drug and alcohol intervention and rehabilitation. Work Support – including financial assistance, job training, transportation assistance and education programs. Access to Services in Non-English Languages - including language translation and interpretation services to help non-English-speaking people find public resources (Foreign language services vary by location.) Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities – including adult day care, community meals, respite care, home health care, transportation and homemaker services. Children, Youth and Family Support – including child care, after-school programs, educational programs for low-income families, family resource centers, summer camps and recreation programs, mentoring, tutoring and protective services. Suicide Prevention – referral to suicide prevention help organizations. How to Connect More with Luming Li, M.D. and Michael Schoenbaum: Luming Li: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luming-li/ Michael Schoenbaum: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-schoenbaum-aa23a7b/ Connection of the NIMH to the Center for Aging, Health and Humanities  Dr. Cohen served as the first Chief of the Center on Aging of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) -- the first federal center on mental health and aging established in any country. During his tenure with the federal government, he received the Public Health Service's highest honor, the Distinguished Service Medal. The late Gene D. Cohen, MD, PhD, founded The George Washington University (GW) Center for Aging, Health and Humanities (CAHH) in 1994 and served as director until his death in 2010. In addition to founding the CAHH, Dr. Cohen served as founding Director of The Washington, DC Center on Aging, a Think Tank. He was president of the Gerontological Society of America from 1996-1997 and served as Acting Director of the National Institute on Aging (NIA) at the National Institutes of Health from 1991-1993. At GW, he also held professorial positions in Health Care Sciences and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. In addition, he also coordinated the Department of Health and Human Services' planning and programs on Alzheimer's disease, through the efforts of the Department's Council and Panel on Alzheimer's Disease.   In 2019, Dr. Cohen’s work was archived as a Special Collection and University Archive at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. About Melissa I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (‘96) and Master of Science in Nursing (‘00) as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) from the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) School of Nursing (SON). I truly enjoy working with the complex medical needs of older adults. I worked full-time for five years as FNP in geriatric primary care across many long-term care settings (skilled nursing homes, assisted living, home and office visits) then transitioned into academic nursing in 2005, joining the faculty at UNCW SON as a lecturer. I obtained my PhD in Nursing and a post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing (’11) and then joined the faculty at Duke University School of Nursing as an Assistant Professor. My family moved to northern Virginia in 2015 and led to me joining the faculty at George Washington University (GW) School of Nursing in 2018 as a (tenured) Associate Professor where I am also the Director of the GW Center for Aging, Health and Humanities. Find out more about her work at https://melissabphd.com/.

Telemedicine and Mental health are hot topics, especially in those times of economic uncertainty and forced isolation. In this episode, Daniel Månsson, a clinical psychologist and CEO of Flow Neuroscience (a SOSV portfolio company), explains how they are bringing the first medication-free depression treatment to the home of patients. This podcast is hosted by Benjamin Joffe (@benjaminjoffe), Partner at SOSV, a global early stage fund focused on deep tech. SOSV runs multiple accelerator programs including HAX (hard tech) and IndieBio (new biotech).To hear about new episodes, sign up to the newsletter or follow us on twitter at @LabToMarket or @SOSV. For other resources covering digital health, check out SOSV’s videos on our YouTube channel. OVERVIEW Our conversation covers: The origins of Flow Neuroscience. How they created the first certified at-home device to treat depression using tDCS. The impact of Covid-19 on mental health. The technology spectrum of mental health, from wellness apps to invasive brain stimulation. The brain stimulation alphabet soup: ECS, TMS, tDCS and DBS. What Apple, Google, but also Amazon and Elon Musk’s Neuralink are doing. Other startups in mental health diagnostics or treatment for anxiety, stress, depression and more. The current push for remote patient monitoring and treatment. The role of regulators to ensure both a positive effect of treatment and the safety of patients. What’s ahead for Flow and their current expansion plans. REFERENCES MENTIONED Companies Flow Neuroscience: Medication-free at-home depression treatment. Amazon Halo: Bracelet tracking body composition, tone of voice analysis, sleep & activity tracking, and more. Apple Watch Series 6: Includes Blood Oxygen, ECG, High/low/irregular heart rate notifications. Apple also hired dozens of doctors in late 2018 (source: CNBC). Google Health and its CEO, Dr. David Feinberg. DeepMind Health, Verily (life sciences arm of Alphabet) and its Project Baseline. Neuralink: Elon Musk’s company focused on brain-machine interfaces. Calm: Meditation and sleep app. Raised $143M. Headspace: Digital health platform that provides guided meditation sessions and mindfulness training. Raised $215.9M. Ellispis Health: AI for behavioral health, starting with depression and anxiety. Raised $10M. Other References ECT: electroconvulsive therapy ('shock therapy'). ECT was invented in Italy in the late 1930s. Psychiatrists had already discovered that inducing seizures could relieve symptoms of mental illness (Source: Psychology Today). ECT remains the single most effective therapy for treatment-resistant cases of depression and some cases of bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia. Today, it is a widely accepted treatment for serious mental disorders and is taught and practiced at hospitals throughout the world. It is estimated that one million people receive ECT annually (Leiknes, Schweder, & Høie, 2012). (Source: Psychology Today). TMS: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. TMS is typically used when other depression treatments haven't been effective. Source: Mayo Clinic. tDCS: transCranial Direct Current Stimulation. tDCS is currently the only brain stimulation technique that doesn’t require a physician prescription, and can be used in the privacy of one’s own home. Due to the simplicity of the technology, tDCS can be incredibly affordable. While the FDA has not yet approved tDCS for medical use, tDCS devices have been publicly available as experimental kits for nearly a decade. DBS: — Deep Brain Stimulation. Deep brain stimulation involves implanting electrodes within certain areas of your brain. These electrodes produce electrical impulses that regulate abnormal impulses. Source: Mayo Clinic. DSM-5: Fifth update of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Describes all different diagnosis in the mental health field. Updated FDA regulations regarding Remote Patient Monitoring in the wake of Covid-19 RECENT EPISODES Innovation In The Fashion & Textile Industry (Alex Chan, TheMills Fabrica) The State Of Robotics (Fady Saad, MassRobotics) How Khosla Ventures Invests In Deep Tech ( Kanu Gulati and Rajesh Swaminathan) Australia's Deep Tech Ambitions (Phil Morle, Main Sequence Ventures) And many more! RESOURCES ON DEEP TECH DeepTech Investing Report by Different The Dawn of the Deep Tech Ecosystem by Hello Tomorrow and BCG Deep Tech Investors Mapping by Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Trends Report, Hardware Trends Reports and Hardware Investment Outlook by SOSV

"The Goldwater Rule" has been used by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) to convince mainstream media to suppress the expertise of psychiatrists on Donald Trump's mental state. Bill talks to two psychiatrists who explain the origins of the"Rule, " and how they had tried to modify it in the face of the dangers Trump posed. Now, they say, their expertise is no longer welcome in the mainstream media. Bill's guests are Dr. Bandy Lee, a psychiatrist on the faculty of the Yale Medical School and the Editor of The New York Times bestseller, The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump: 37 Psychiatrists and Mental Health Experts Assess a President. Also joining Bill is Dr. Leonard Glass, is associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.Today's Bill Press Pod is sponsored by The United Food and Commercial Workers Union. On the frontlines during the pandemic in our grocery stores, pharmacies and food processing plants. More Information at UFCW.ORG.

Patricia L. Gerbarg, M.D. Professor in Psychiatry, New York Medical College, Brown University and Harvard Medical School Alumni. Co-Author of The Healing Power of the Breath and other award winning books, Researcher, An expert in psychiatry, trauma, neurobiology, and the integration of mind-body practices in psychotherapy for the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Her research focuses on mind-body practices for reducing the effects of... Welcome to the Cognitive Rampage Podcast. The exploratory podcast pushing you to question yourself and everything else. Making you think with cerebral guests, and offering alternative and mental health help. I'm your host, Adam Lowery. I have published two books, appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience, MSNBC, NASDAQ Live, NBC, multiple podcasts and radio shows. I am a retired drug dealer, turned retired Mental Health Therapist turned Author, Podcaster, CEO, Comedy Club Owner and Comedian. I hold both, B.A. and B.S. Degrees, a Minor in Sociology, a Masters in Mental Health and a Doctorate from Sidewalk U. As a Therapist, I founded the integrative therapeutic approach Transrational Structural Behavior Theory (TSBT), and have also been credited with the discovery of the Athletes Depression Diagnosis. In my flow time you will find me doing stand-up comedy or producing comedy shows. I love the great outdoors. I surf, dive, kayak, spearfish, offshore and inshore fish. I’ve caught and hunted my own food since I was a child and have survived on a deserted island. If comedy or nature isn’t calling, you’ll find me training boxing and kickboxing. I enjoy cooking, podcasting, playing pool, frisbee or reading a physical book. I have a serious addiction to the ocean, listening to podcasts, new experiences and randomness. I talk to strangers, and too much. I love most people, including you. In my book series The Cognitive Rampage, I fuse the cognitive, behavioral, social and biological sciences into a self application to help you create and sustain change in your life, and to reveal the authentic you. Available on Amazon, Kindle and Barnes and Noble. I hope you’re taking care of you and living your Cognitive Rampage! What does that mean? It is about cultivating happiness through a passionate pursuit of life optimization, an enthusiastically persistent search for competence in mind, body and belief while building an optimistically rational life philosophy and living and growing your purposeful structure. I hope you'll stay around by subscribing to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify and YouTube, following me on Facebook, Twitter and IG, and buying my book on Amazon so we can keep exploring this amazing human experience together.

"What are some of the most extreme forms of intolerance?" "What happens at a conversion therapy camp?" "Is that still allowed?" "How do you survive?" "How do you continue surviving?"On this episode, I interview my dear friend, talented lighting designer, and overall wonderful human being, Justice (they/them, he/him) where we discuss their experience of going to a "restorative therapy camp" (also known as a conversion therapy camp), as well as the lasting effects this can have on a Queer person. Justice--like the experience of many Queer people--was born into a heavily Christian and Texan family who believed that loving someone of the same-sex was a mental illness that could be fixed through "proper treatment." It was after their mom discovered their internet browser history and what they had been looking at that they were awakened in the middle of the night and forced to go somewhere where they had no knowledge of the horrors they would endure. This unfortunate narrative is common for many Queer people and a very real part of Queer history. It was in 1973 that homosexuality was deemed not a mental illness or sickness by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). However, Queer people and allies are still fighting to this day for this to actually be a reality. Twenty-Nine states still have no laws that ban conversion therapy; qualified transgender Americans are banned from serving in the military; and it wasn't until recently that Title VII included discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identification. In listening to this episode, I, Justice, and countless other Queer people who face discrimination hope you not only love and nurture Queer people but actively work to protect us and our rights as well.Follow Justice:Website: https://www.justinbeets.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beets_me/National Center For Lesbian Rights Born Perfect campaign:Learn: --Born Perfect: http://www.nclrights.org/our-work/born-perfect/ --NCLR: http://www.nclrights.orgDonate: https://secure2.convio.net/ncflr/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app217b?4020.donation=form1&df_id=4020&mfc_pref=TResources for further learning:Watch Boy Erased: https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Erased-Lucas-Hedges/dp/B07JZDBMS9"When Gay Was Not Okay with the APA: A Historical Overview of Homosexuality and its Status as Mental Disorder": https://cedar.wwu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1001&context=orwwu"The Lies and Dangers of Reparative Therapy": https://www.hrc.org/resources/the-lies-and-dangers-of-reparative-therapy"Frequently Ask Questions on the Transgender Military Ban": https://notransmilitaryban.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Transgender-Military-Ban-FAQ-Updated-9.18.19.pdfJoin The Trevor Project to End Conversion Therapy: https://p2a.co/rQaDTzkShow Produced by Nick EiblerEdited by Addison McKissackTheme Song written by Matt Gregory, Colin Egan, and Mike Hubbard Produced by Colin Egan and Mike HubbardLogo Design by David Pavón

What is it porn addiction? Porn has been around for a very long time and its been controversial as well. Some people are offended by it, some take part of it, others use it on a regular basis (myself) and some become "addicted" to it. It all comes down to personal preferences, choice, category or kink. It's important that you know that “porn addiction” isn't an official diagnosis recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). But not being able to control the impulse to see porn can be a problem. The American Psychiatric Association states that "Addiction is a complex condition, a brain disease that is manifested by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequence. People with addiction (severe substance use disorder) have an intense focus on using a certain substance(s), such as alcohol or drugs, to the point that it takes over their life." Is it really an addiction? People may struggle to talk about this, its hard to know if people are enjoying porn on a regular basis, or cannot live their regular life without seeing it. Heres Joshua Shea story and how it dealt with his porn addiction. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/negrosparty/support

Recent study indicates cocaine (stimulant) as the second most addictive and addicted substance in the United States behind heroin (opioid).The American Psychiatric Association, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual also includes in the category of Stimulant Use Disorder both amphetamine, and methamphetamine.Diagnostic criterion, as well American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) treatment recommendations, remains consistent within all Substance Use Disorders.CONTACT:Michael David Clay, D. Min., M.A.thewordhouse@frontier.com

Sybil and Stephen talk to Dr. Altha Stewart (@dralthastewart) former president of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) on ways to boost our mental health and find balance during trying times.     Recorded May 13, 2020 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men, in particular, have long been conditioned to “suck it up” when it comes to dealing with the results of a traumatic experience. In fact, it wasn’t until 1980 that the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recognized Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as the result of having gone through a traumatic experience – in this case, combat. [...]

Show Notes By Jacqueline Posada, MD, 4th-year resident in the department of psychiatry & behavioral sciences at George Washington University, Washington. In this episode, Lorenzo Norris, MD, host of the MDedge Psychcast, interviews Jonathan M. Meyer, MD, about prescribing clozapine and understanding barriers of use. Dr. Meyer is clinical professor of psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, and a psychopharmacology consultant with the California Department of State Hospitals. Overview of clozapine Clozapine is an effective medication for treatment-resistant schizophrenia and lethality/suicide. Clozapine is underused by clinicians for many reasons. Clinicians have less comfort with prescribing clozapine. Too few trainees are exposed during residency to prescribing clozapine. Using clozapine during training provides the knowledge and comfort necessary to prescribe it once out in practice. Fear of prescribing clozapine outweighs the benefits to patients who need it. Other barriers include monitoring burdens in confluence with systems issues. Indications for use Treatment-resistant schizophrenia is defined as an inadequate response to two antipsychotic trials, and treatment-resistant schizophrenia occurs in about 30% of patients with schizophrenia. People with treatment-resistant schizophrenia have a 5% chance of responding to other antipsychotic medications, while the response rate to clozapine is about 40%. In light of those statistics, getting patients with schizophrenia on clozapine should be a priority. Everyone benefits when a patient with treatment-resistant schizophrenia is started on clozapine. Clozapine treatment leads to decreased symptoms and suffering, improved quality of life, decreased suicidality and aggression, and lower hospitalization rates, which in turn, lead to decreased health care costs. Barriers to using clozapine Education is key to empowering physicians to start prescribing clozapine and overcoming the initial resistance to prescribing. SMI Adviser is a website sponsored by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that provides access to education, data, and consultations for clinicians who treat serious mental illness. SAMHSA also has sponsored “centers of excellence” in New York state and the Netherlands that provide consultation and on-demand answers to questions about prescribing. The Clozapine Handbook, written by Dr. Meyer and Stephen M. Stahl, MD, PhD, is another centralized resource for prescribers. Dr. Meyer and Dr. Stahl wrote the handbook to educate and encourage clinicians to prescribe clozapine and improve patient outcomes.  Adverse events and monitoring Myocarditis: Rate of myocarditis ranges from 0.5% to 3% (most rates from Australia), an adverse event that happens primarily within the first 6 weeks of clozapine therapy. Symptoms suggesting myocarditis include fever and elevated troponin level more than twice the upper limit of normal. Clinicians can order a C-reactive protein test, which can help rule in myocarditis if troponins are elevated but not at twice the upper limit range. In the first 6 weeks of therapy, clinicians are encouraged to order a troponin test during the patients' weekly labs. Isolated fever does not mean myocarditis, because fever is a common side effect during titration, and clinicians can complete the fever work-up. Cigarette smoke can induce cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme, including CYP1A2. It is not necessary to have patients stop smoking when they start clozapine. Clinicians can adjust the clozapine dose based on response and clozapine level. Induction of CYP1A2 enzyme happens only when people smoke or burn the actual leaf of tobacco or marijuana. Vaping or e-cigarettes will not induce CYP1A2 and change clozapine levels. Threshold of response is 350 ng/mL, however levels that lead to response differ with each individual and will be influenced by smoking habits. Other common side effects include orthostasis, sedation, and sialorrhea. New technologies are available to reduce barriers of prescribing clozapine and to improve patient adherence to hematologic monitoring. Athelas is a company that manufactures a Food and Drug Administration–cleared point-of-care device to measure neutrophil count by way of a finger stick. Results are dispensed real time. Athelas also will take care of medication dispensing. A point-of-care device is in development for plasma clozapine levels with fingerstick, which will allow clinicians to make titration decisions in real time instead of 1 week after levels. The device already is available in Europe. Creating a system that allows for adherence Using case managers to improve clozapine adherence is cost effective when the amount saved from avoiding hospitalization is taken into account. Clozapine can lead to a functional recovery in terms of how a patient interacts with family, friends, and society at large. Clozapine has the ability to improve productivity leading to employment, which is another way the benefits of creating a system to improve clozapine adherence outweigh financial costs.   References Kane JM et al. Clinical guidance on the identification and management of treatment-resistant schizophrenia. J Clin Psychiatry. 2019 Mar 5;80(2): doi: 10.4088/JCP.18com12123. Suskind D et al. Clozapine response rates among people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia: Data from a systematic review and meta-analysis. Can J Psychiatry. 2017 Nov;62(11):772-7. doi: 10.1177/0706743717718167. Kelly DL et al. Addressing barriers to clozapine underutilization: A national effort. Psychiatr Serv. 2018 Feb 1;69(2):224-7. Bui HN et al. Evaluation of the performance of a point-of-care method for total and differential white blood cell count in clozapine users. Int J Lab Hematol. 2016 Dec;38(6):703-9.   Other resources SMI Adviser: Clozapine Center of Excellence, sponsored by the APA and SAMHSA. The Clozapine Handbook (Cambridge University Press, 2019). Clozapine and smoking cessation (NSW Health, Australia). Point of care neutrophil measurement. https://athelas.com/fda/. https://curesz.org/.   For more MDedge Podcasts, go to mdedge.com/podcasts   Email the show: podcasts@mdedge.com   Interact with us on Twitter: @MDedgePsych              

Headline: Update on the American Psychiatric Association – Part 2   Show Notes By Jacqueline Posada, MD, 4th-year resident in the department of psychiatry & behavioral sciences at George Washington University, Washington. Lorenzo Norris, MD, interview with Saul Levin, MD, MPA, CEO and medical director of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Dr. Levin also is clinical professor at George Washington University.   Improving access to care and impact of psychiatrists is imperative.   Finding a doctor: More physicians need to be trained. Increasing the number of physicians can be accomplished through initiatives funded by the government and by private medical centers. Innovation in training at both undergraduate and graduate levels is needed to increase the number of physicians across all specialties. Debt repayment: The APA is encouraging the federal government to diversify its loan repayment options, such as by making it possible for psychiatrists to practice in more diverse but underserved places in exchange for loan repayment. Getting to a doctor: Telepsychiatry and collaborative care are means of increasing access. Collaborative/integrative care: The psychiatrist acts as an adviser to a whole team and then offers direct patient care in more complex cases. Telepsychiatry improves access by decreasing stigma and reducing commute time to and from patient visits. Both psychiatrists and patients save time and gain convenience. Using evidence-based treatments (EBT) is important in psychiatry. One goal is to advance the use of EBT to enhance the impact of psychiatric treatment, especially by using quality measures (for example, the nine-item Patient Health Questionnaire) to validate the impact of treatment. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has given grants to medical associations such as the APA to create quality measures to quantify/validate the impact of treatments in an effort to foster more EBT in psychiatry.   Conclusion: Advocating on behalf of people with psychiatric disorders requires a broad approach. The APA lobbies for fairness, parity, and quality treatment. The group works to advance EBTs and new treatments. Recruitment of diverse individuals to psychiatry is important. “Moonshot” level research is integral to the advancement of psychiatry and the mental health of the patients. The APA strives to balance a mission of government advocacy and individual psychiatrist education. References  APA Innovation Lab  Mental health parity advocacy  Advocacy and APAPAC   For more MDedge Podcasts, go to mdedge.com/podcasts Email the show: podcasts@mdedge.com Interact with us on Twitter: @MDedgePsych          

Update on the American Psychiatric Association – Part 1   Show Notes By Jacqueline Posada, MD, 4th-year resident in the department of psychiatry & behavioral sciences at George Washington University, Washington. Lorenzo Norris, MD, interview with Saul Levin, MD, MPA, CEO and medical director of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Dr. Levin also is clinical professor at George Washington University.   In 2019, the American Psychiatric Association celebrated its 175th anniversary. The APA was the first medical association formed in the United States. The 2019 APA annual meeting in San Francisco attracted 13,000 psychiatrists and mental health professionals, and hosted 650 sessions covering all topics in psychiatry, including subjects related to private, community, and academic psychiatry. Highlights of the 2019 meeting included: A Gala at San Francisco City Hall, which allowed generations of psychiatrists to celebrate the progress of the APA. Sessions at the meeting, which focused on the latest basic, clinical, service, and psychopharmacology research. Additional sessions focused on minority and underrepresented populations, both within APA membership and patient populations. Major networking opportunities at the APA were available, allowing peers and experts in the field to create lifelong professional relationships. A burgeoning networking opportunity is the Psychiatry Innovation Lab, which is “an incubator at the American Psychiatric Association that aims to catalyze the formation of innovative ventures to transform mental health care.” The APA’s role in advocacy: The organization is not just a guild that seeks to support psychiatrists. Part of the APA’s mission is to advocate for patients with mental health illness with a focus on improving treatment and outcomes. For members, the APA sponsors a National Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill and state advocacy days, in which the APA helps fund people to come talk to their elected representatives. Major areas of advocacy by the APA as a medical association are numerous. Mental health parity: Advocating for equal pay to psychiatrists for treating mental health diagnoses as well as the provision of equal coverage of psychiatric diagnoses by insurance companies. Augmentation of the workforce: Supporting measures aimed at making sure that there are enough psychiatrists to treat patients with mental illness in the United States. Examples of advocacy initiatives by the APA are numerous. The group is active in the following areas: Advocates for legislation that advances telepsychiatry by supporting laws aimed at reducing barriers to the technology. Promotes integrative mental health care models. Explains the concept of prior authorization on Capitol Hill and helps to craft sensible guidelines. Promotes evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders, especially opioid use disorders. Lobbies for appropriations for agencies such as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Helps construct smart loan repayment plans aimed at allowing psychiatrists to practice in low-resource areas. The APA recommends several research initiatives. “Moonshots” should be a goal in in psychiatry, much like those taken with illnesses such as HIV and breast cancer. Stigma must be reduced, and money must be appropriated to mental illness research in the same way it is for other medical illnesses. References APA Innovation Lab  Mental health parity advocacy  Advocacy and APAPAC   For more MDedge Podcasts, go to mdedge.com/podcasts Email the show: podcasts@mdedge.com Interact with us on Twitter: @MDedgePsych  

Dr. Annelle Primm, a community psychiatrist based in Baltimore, Maryland, is the Senior Medical Advisor for the Steve Fund, the nation's only organization focused on the mental health and emotional well-being of college students of color. Dr. Primm was formerly Deputy Medical Director of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and served as APA's Director of the Office of Minority and National Affairs. She was previously Director of the Johns Hopkins Community Psychiatry Program where she oversaw a variety of mental health services for adults. Dr. Primm has written and lectured widely on culture issues in mental health, eliminating disparities in mental health care, and the social determinants of mental health.

Dr. Annelle Primm, a community psychiatrist based in Baltimore, Maryland, is the Senior Medical Advisor for the Steve Fund, the nation's only organization focused on the mental health and emotional well-being of college students of color. Dr. Primm was formerly Deputy Medical Director of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and served as APA's Director of the Office of Minority and National Affairs. She was previously Director of the Johns Hopkins Community Psychiatry Program where she oversaw a variety of mental health services for adults. Dr. Primm has written and lectured widely on culture issues in mental health, eliminating disparities in mental health care, and the social determinants of mental health.

Kat and Alex are joined by Jeff Katzman, M.D. and Dan O'Connor the authors of the book Life Unscripted: Using Improv Principles to Get Unstuck, Boost Confidence, and Transform Your Life. They discuss why it is we can find ourselves stuck in performances that can feel scripted and limiting and how we can break out of them. Dan offers us some advice on turning our inner critics into internal cheerleaders. Jeff offers some insight into why improv can be a powerful tool for the medical profession and in what ways therapy and improv sessions reflect one another. Send us your questions, comments, episode ideas or your very own Dare to be Human stories to hello@daretobehumanpodcast.com, join the conversation on our facebook or leave us a message at 518-212-7886! JEFF KATZMAN, M.D. studied at Stanford University where he received his BA, UC San Diego for medical school, and then UCLA for his psychiatry residency where he was on faculty for four years before moving to Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine where he is Vice Chair in charge of all clinical services. Before this, he ran Behavioral Health Care at the New Mexico VA Medical Center specializing in treating veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. He has been voted a TopDoc by Albuquerque: The Magazine every year since 2002. He has been awarded numerous teaching awards in New Mexico where he lectures widely. He has been awarded every possible faculty award in his Department, including recent recognition by a new award as the Department of Psychiatry’s most outstanding faculty mentor. He is currently the Chair of the Education Committee of the American Association of Psychoanalysis and Dynamic Psychiatry (AAPDP). He lectures regularly at approximately four national psychiatric conferences a year on the topics of psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment, applied improvisation, and educational techniques and this year will be presenting ideas about improvisation and psychotherapy training to the national meetings of the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting. Jeff has extensive experience as a writer. He is widely published in academic journals of high regard, with a very high profile on ResearchGate demonstrating his current contact with readers. At the moment, he has published 20 journal articles, cited by other authors 245 times. He has been recognized internationally for his work in human attachment following his group’s hallmark study involving Vietnam Combat Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Most recently, he was invited to write a summary article on the concepts of human attachment and the importance of this field to students of depth psychotherapy t in the journal Psychodynamic Psychiatry. He has also written the chapter on Adjustment Disorders in the last three editions of Sadock and Sadock’s Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry, the most influential text in the field, and the chapter on Impulse Disorders the edition prior. Jeff published a novel, The Storymaker, a semifinalist in the Amazon breakthrough novel competition with an extremely positive response from readers. Jeff has also developed a national reputation in the application of short-term psychodynamic psychotherapy. He has presented this work at the most prestigious psychiatric conferences including the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the Association for Academic Psychiatry (AAP), and the American Association of Directors of Residency Training Programs (AAPDP). Additionally, Jeff has been trained extensively in improvisational theater through Second City in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Theater Sports, and Gorilla Tango T

Ah Vermont, land of the "third gender"! Vermont Vermont! Land of independent thinkers?! Univ. of Iowa, boasting of it's continual championing of Sodomite wrongs! The American Civil Liberties Union - ACLU, the Colorado Civil Rights Division, the US Supreme Court, ... and Jack Phillips, a man for all seasons. Bill Clinton & Hillary Rodham Clinton, creating "a more perfect union" via Sodomite "marriage"! The American Psychiatric Association - APA, rearranging the sand in it's soulless sandbox, to accommodate whatever latest lies are being foisted on American society.

- Cam Adair, founder of Game Quitters on video game addiction - His personal struggle, turning to games for help, and realizing how he could improve his life without them - The American Psychiatric Association (APA) criteria for Internet Gaming Disorder in the "Conditions for Further Study" Diagnostic Statistical Manual 5th Edition (DSM5): LINK - ^ basically, how a group of psychiatrists wants to define what we are always calling "gaming addiction" - What your first step should be if you think you might be addicted to games - Why it is so important to understand why you play the games that you do and the way you do - The level of stimulation that games provide - How games fulfill basic human needs   - The WHO classification of "gaming disorder" - How pictures of kids playing video games could have huge consequences   Links - +7 Intelligence Discord Server - Join an awesome community all about the power of games to influence our lives and the world around us. Come chat and play games with me and your fellow listeners   - Mack Weldon - Use promo code at checkout for 20% off your first order   - Laser Time Podcast   - Game Quitters - Game Quitters podcast - Game Quitters Youtube - Cam Adair on Twitter - Reddit community: r/stopgaming   +++++++     About +7 Intelligence   +7 Intelligence is the podcast about how games impact people. Each episode explores a different perspective on how games profoundly influence the real world. Interviews with game designers, psychologists, professionals, and everyday players discuss the unique way that games influence their life and work.   +++++++   Listen to the show:   Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Radiopublic RSS feed   Find the show online: +7 Intelligence Website On Twitter: @7_Intelligence On Facebook: @plus7intelligence +7 Intelligence is a member of the Podglomerate network.   +++++++   Music by Creo Epilogue by Creo is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Calling Trump crazy allows us to avoid confronting the craziness in our society—if we want to get sane, we must first gain insight about ourselves. Simply put: Trump isn’t crazy, but our society is." - Dr. Allen FrancesThis week on the show we interview one of the men who literally wrote the book on mental illness as we answer the question - Is Trump crazy? And what does it say about America that he was elected to the highest office in the land? Psychiatrist Dr. Allen Frances analyzes the national psyche, viewing the rise of Donald J. Trump as darkly symptomatic of a deeper societal distress. Drawing on his vast experience, Dr. Frances explains American society’s collective slide away from sanity and offers an urgently needed prescription for reclaiming our bearings.Dr. Allen Frances chaired the task force that produced the fourth revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental disorders, which is is published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and offers a common language and standard criteria for the classification of mental disorders. He then became critical of later versions, and he warned that we are currently "over-treating" mental disorders and finding problems where there are none. Dr. Frances is professor emeritus and former chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at Duke University School of Medicine.He is author of the new book, Twilight of American Sanity: A Psychiatrist Analyzes the Age of Trump.