Podcasts about behavioral activation

“It's one of the largest psychotherapy trials in the world.”When we hear “innovations in mental healthcare,” we tend to think about apps or wearables. In today's episode of Quick Takes – part of our series on innovation – I speak with Daisy Singla, a senior scientist at CAMH and our first womenmind™ scientist. Singla talks about her recent study that expanded access to psychotherapy for perinatal women, reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety by drawing a page from work done in low-income countries. The key concept: training up laypeople to deliver therapy.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:How effective therapy delivered by non-specialists was for pregnant and postpartum participantsThe surprising impact the study had on trauma symptomsThe role task-sharing and telemedicine played in the studyAnd how a model used in Goa can scale up to help improve maternal mental healthcare in North America THANKS FOR LISTENING!Quick Takes is a production of the Center for Addiction and Mental Health. You can find links to the relevant content mentioned in the show and accessible transcripts of all the episodes we produce online at CAMH.ca.Follow CAMH Education on X (formerly known as Twitter) @camhEduFollow and subscribe to Reading of the Week where, every week, Dr. David Gratzer reviews research papers from the world of psychiatry.

Are you struggling to support young patients—and maybe even yourself—with the emotional aftermath of our “new normal”? In this compelling episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Colleen Cullinan returns to unpack the reality of pediatric depression in a world rocked by uncertainty. Discover why traditional approaches, like focusing solely on symptoms, may actually miss the bigger picture when kids are faced with unprecedented stress. Learn how changing the narrative, adopting techniques such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and making small, values-driven changes can help children—and parents—find hope, function, and connection again. This episode isn't just about treating depression; it's about transforming how we relate to struggle and building resilience against the tide of ongoing adversity. Tune in for real stories, actionable tools, and a refreshing reminder: even the heaviest feelings can be given a name, a shape, and ultimately, a little less power.[00:00 - 08:40] The Impact: Symptom Overload, and Functional ImpairmentThe pandemic has significantly amplified youth mental health issues, leading to increased rates and severity of pediatric depression and anxiety.Symptom checklists like the PHQ-9 now reveal almost universal distress—so much so that a "normal" score is rare.Chronic uncertainty and prolonged stress (for both kids and adults) exacerbate feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and irritability.The primary care challenge: shifting from symptom identification to understanding the real-life impact on activities, relationships, and overall well-being.[08:41 - 28:29] Rethinking Depression in Pediatrics: Connection, and Therapy ApproachesConnection—not just checking PHQ-9 scores—is a critical protective factor for youth mental health and should be the heart of clinical encounters.Traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and newer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are compared — with ACT focusing on accepting thoughts and changing relationships with them, not just “fixing” or disputing them.Dr. Cullinan explains how ACT techniques, including physicalizing and naming despair, help kids distance from and better manage their feelings.The “beach ball” metaphor illustrates how fighting negative thoughts can cause you to miss life's joys—and how letting them coexist with living can restore function and hope.[28:30 -58:59] Strategies: Playful Experiments, Values-Based Goals, Motivational ToolsPractical examples include using humor, metaphor, and even quick physical challenges (like the “lemon” exercise) to help kids gain distance from distressing thoughts.Naming depressive feelings or thoughts (e.g., “pathetic,” “Bob”) can help externalize and reduce their influence, making them easier to talk about and manage.Motivational Interviewing is highlighted as a powerful tool—but only if it genuinely centers each child's unique values and interests, not the provider's agenda.Avoidance, not just the presence of sadness or fear, is flagged as the true engine of suffering; the focus shifts to acceptance and gentle behavioral activation.[59:00-1:06:47] Building Resilience: Safety, Nurture, New Frames, and Practical PearlsChildren's beliefs and “frames” about themselves and the world are shaped by repeated messages—caregivers can help reframe these with new, nurturing narratives.Safe, stable, nurturing relationships offer the strongest protection and resilience against depression and trauma, as explored through frameworks like toxic stress and child transformation health.Providers can make meaningful impact in just minutes with new language, metaphors, and reframing exercises—even in a busy primary care setting.[1:06:48 -...

Nina Josefowitz, PhD, coauthor of The Behavioral Activation Workbook for Depression, joins us to discuss strategies to boost your mood and build a better life using behavioral activation. Nina is a clinical psychologist. In addition to her clinical practice, she teaches at the University of Toronto, and has offered training in North America, Asia, and Africa. She is author of numerous professional articles on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and issues related to general clinical practice. Along with David Myran, she coauthored CBT Made Simple. Visit our website at www.newharbinger.com and use coupon code 'Podcast25' to receive 25% off your entire order. Buy the Book: New Harbinger - https://bit.ly/4k8ogx2 Amazon - https://a.co/d/5Tq8Uf2 Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1143733036 Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/41lFDTH  If you have ideas for future episodes, thoughts, or questions, we'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at podcast@newharbinger.com 

Send us a message with this link, we would love to hear from you. Standard message rates may apply.Depression requires a comprehensive treatment approach addressing biological, psychological, and social dimensions for true healing. We explore the three essential components of effective depression management: medication, therapy, and behavioral activation.• Depression categorized as mild, moderate, or severe, with treatment options varying accordingly• PHQ-9 questionnaire serves as both diagnostic tool and progress tracker• SSRIs (like Lexapro, Prozac, and Zoloft) serve as first-line medications with fewer side effects• Antidepressants typically require six weeks at therapeutic dose to determine effectiveness• Psychotherapy, especially cognitive behavioral therapy, proven equally effective as medication• Combined medication and therapy approach provides superior outcomes to either alone• Psychology Today website offers accessible therapist-finding tool• Exercise (30-60 minutes, 3x weekly) prescribed as essential treatment component• Behavioral activation through resuming enjoyable activities crucial for recovery• Recovery is possible with comprehensive treatment even when motivation is lowVisit psychologytoday.com to find therapists in your area based on specialty, insurance coverage, session format, and more.Support the showProduction and Content: Edward Delesky, MD & Nicole Aruffo, RNArtwork: Olivia Pawlowski

When I learned ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), it changed my OT practice and it changed how I navigate my own life. This is why I have created so many things that include ACT concepts - the ACTivate Vitality coaching program for OT business owners who want to thrive without the hustle, the ACTivate Vitality Personal Development Planner, and the Practical ACT for OTs course... that last one has a Black Friday promo coming out later this week. This podcast is taken from a presentation I did recently in a Facebook group for mental health OTs called MHOT ~ A Collective. It's a helpful introduction to using ACT as a modality in your OT practice to facilitate occupational engagement, particularly when clients are stuck in patterns of avoidance of difficult thoughts, feelings, or sensations. ✴️✴️Head to the Practical ACT for OTs course website to sign up to be notified when the Black Friday early bird registration and promo opens up or when the course officially starts toward the end of January, 2025.✴️✴️   Here are some resources mentioned in this episode: Balance Works OT - Carlyn's OT practice  Balance Works - Carlyn's personal and professional develoment services   ACTivate Vitality Program and Mastermind for OTs who want to THRIVE without the HUSTLE ACTivate Vitality Personal Development Planner  Practical ACT for OTs Clinical Education Vitality Guide - free download with ACT starter resources ACT Made Simple Facebook Group Choice Point - Russ Harris MHOT ~ A Collective Facebook Group   Article Cited: Dindo L, Van Liew JR, Arch JJ. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: A Transdiagnostic Behavioral Intervention for Mental Health and Medical Conditions. Neurotherapeutics. 2017 Jul;14(3):546-553. doi: 10.1007/s13311-017-0521-3. PMID: 28271287; PMCID: PMC5509623.     Shoutout to our sponsor, Jane, the all-in-one practice management software we love. To see how Jane can help you reclaim your evenings and weekends, head over and meet Jane to book a personalized demo and, if you're ready to get started, you can use the code VITALITY at the time of sign-up for a 1-month grace period applied to your new account.

Can ikigai be used as a treatment?Ikigai is about discovering a sense of purpose, and when applied effectively, it can enhance other Western treatments like behavioural activation, promoting overall well-being.In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Nathania Rochelle and Jürgen Hoyer about leveraging behavioural activation and ikigai for preventive health.

Break the Anxiety Cycle in 30 Days: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/anxietyskills In this video you'll learn about the mental block that holds so many people back in anxiety and especially depression, and the essential skill to break that cycle. It's the key to getting motivated. It's called behavioral activation. It's all about getting yourself to do stuff that's good for you but you don't feel like it. So in this video you'll learn how to break the cycle of depression or immobilization, with behavioral activation. Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books  Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger Institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC

TUNE IN TO LEARN:Have you ever wondered how elite athletes maintain their mental edge under immense pressure?How do you show up excited yet dialed in for exactly one moment in life, one moment you've been waiting for your entire life often - The Olympics?We'll explore the critical, foundational aspects of self-leadership and the tools to start your leadership journey towards creating more positive impact.But that's not all!Our journey continues as we delve into the transformative power of understanding how your actions can drive your emotions. We'll learn practical techniques to track and reflect on your mood in relation to daily activities.By identifying patterns and making intentional changes, you can boost your emotional and mental well-being, your ability to lead others.With personal stories and actionable insights, this episode highlights the undeniable link between self-leadership and success, both in personal and professional arenas. Join us and take the first step toward mastering your mindset and self-leadership today!Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the Show. Brought to you by Angela Shurina EXECUTIVE HEALTH AND OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE COACH Change in days - not in years!

Ask David Unfairness Worthwhileness Erasing Depression with Lasers TEAM in the UK What's the Most Powerful Technique? We have lots of great questions today. The answers in the show notes were written prior to the podcast, and the answers in the live podcast as we discussed these questions may differ somewhat or amplify the written materials in these show notes. We love your questions. Remember to send them to David@feelinggood.com. Special Announcement Attend the Legendary Summer Intensive Featuring Drs. David Burns and Jill Levitt August 8 - 11. 2024 Learn Advanced TEAM-CBT skills Heal yourself, heal your patients First Intensive in 5 years! It will knock your socks off! Limited Seating--Act Fast Click for registration / more information! Sadly, this workshop is a training program which will be limited to therapists and mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health field  Apologies, but therapists have complained when non-therapists have attended our continuing education training programs. This is partly because of the intimate nature of the small group exercises and the personal work the therapists may do during the workshop. Certified coaches and counselors are welcome to attend. But there's some good news, too! The Feeling Great App is now available in both app stores (IOS and Android) and is for therapists and the general public, and you can take a ride for free! Check it out! Today's Questions Kiernan asks about “unfairness” and the connection between worthwhileness and achievement. Brittany asks: Can you “erase” feelings of sadness and depression by shining lasers in the patient's eyes? James asks about the use of TEAM methods in the NHS in the UK Brian asks: Is positive reframing the most successful technique you have used with your patients? 1. Kieran asks (slightly edited for clarity): How would you talk back to negative thoughts like this one: “It's not fair that I can't afford quality food when there are millionaires that will have access to better food and a healthier lifestyle which has an effect on overall health and longevity'”? Or what if you feel like it's unfair that you should have to pay a lot of money for an expensive dental treatment that you can't afford? Kieran also asks (slightly edited by david): What if worthwhileness is not based on achievement but there are still things you would like to have and enjoy? They would buy and own things that they happen to like and not to impress others. Hi David and Ronda, and if Matt is on I have been listening to your wonderful podcast for about the last 3 years as I drive to work. It has really opened my eyes about how your thoughts create your interpersonal reality. Loved the podcasts on jealousy addiction, perfectionism, achievement addiction and many more. My questions would be: What about if someone wants to achieve more but it isn't based on worthwhileness? They would buy and own things that they happen to like and not to impress others. Let's say they wanted to be able to afford a nice house, healthier higher quality food and water. As the quality does have an effect on health especially in the US as the regulations are not the greatest. However, the fact that they couldn't afford to buy these upsets them? Thoughts: 'It's not fair that I can't afford quality food but there are millionaires that will have access to better food, lifestyle which has an effect on overall health and longevity' Or if someone has to pay for unexpected expensive dental treatment. Thoughts: 'It's not fair that I have to pay £14,000 for this treatment'. 'It should be more affordable to lower income households, as it is essential to have functional teeth' I hope I have explained this well, I would love to hear your thoughts. Keep doing what you are doing and all the best. Kieran   David's response Sure Kieran, if you like I will make this an Ask David question for a podcast. LMK if that's okay, and if it is okay to use your first name. Great question, and has to do with the theme of acceptance: should I or shouldn't I? Here are the quick versions, but we can discuss in more detail on the live podcast. First, I do not find it useful to base my worthwhileness on my achievements or on my failures. I do work hard and like creating things that are helpful to people, and I enjoy earning money to support my family. I can be motivated to work hard to get things we want or need, but I don't base anyone's worthwhileness on how much money they have, or anything, to be honest. In fact, I could also easily accept wanting to buy something really cool, not just because I like it, but because it might impress others, or because they might find it fascinating, too! I don't try to regulate my life with a lot of shoulds and shouldn'ts, and find that I am happier and more peaceful without lots of shoulds. In the Feeling Great App I have created a class called “Your PhD in Shoulds.” You might enjoy it! Second, you can say that it is unfair that some people have more money and resources than other people if you like. And you have every right to feel angry if that's what you want, as well. Acceptance is more of a decision than a technique. Take the fact that lions kill deer when they are hungry. You can say, “they should not do that. It's unfair!” But that won't stop a hungry lion. You don't have to LIKE seeing a lion kill an innocent deer, but you can accept it. Again, that's a choice. The behavior of a lion is dominated by millions of years of evolution. Humans are no different. One thing that sometimes helps is to make a list all the REALLY GOOD reasons NOT to accept the “unfairness” in the world. I'll bet you could come up with at least ten to fifteen strong reasons. Then you can ask yourself, “Given all those good reason NOT to accept the fact that some people have more and some people have fewer resources, maybe I should just stay good and angry! Why in the world would I want to change?” Also, when you find an injustice, you can use your energy being good and angry, and complain about it, or you can use your energy to do something about it. Or, you can also work to change yourself, instead of complaining about the world. I also have a new class on acceptance. It's called, “Accept this shit? Hell NO!” You might like it as well. I am babbling so will stop. Warmly, david   2. Brittany asks: Can you “erase” feelings of sadness and depression by shining lasers in the patient's eyes? Hi David, My husband's boss was telling him she's going to be doing some laser therapy to “cure” her depression. She had to undergo 9 hours of testing to see if she'd be a candidate. Apparently, they plan to shine lasers in her eyes to “erase” her sadness. Obviously, I assume this is a load of garbage. But have you ever heard of such a thing? Is this just hypnosis? Best, Brittany David's Reply Hi Brittany, Probably. As they say, follow the money! There is a placebo effect if you believe something will help, so tons of garbage gets served up as costly gourmet food. You can read up on this on the internet I suspect. Let me know what you learn! Best, david Brittany responds to David Love your answer! I was looking into it and read they use a cold laser in the eyes which allegedly releases endorphins. I already know from you that just like with exercise and that study about the endorphin blockers, it made no difference. People just feel better because they think they are doing something good for their body by exercising. They also allege that the lasers aid damaged neurological tissue. They claim it has helped many patients but there is no data backing it up that I see. They really lost me when I read that lack of activity, stress, and maternal deprivation cause depression in the first place. Thanks! Brittany David adds As it turns out, I know two laser experts who are regulars on my Sunday hikes. Dr. Alexander Makowski is a brilliant scientist who is involved in the research and development of lasers and their marketing. Here is his email, along with some terrific links to articles about the hype of “low light lasers.” Hope you enjoy the email and links from Alex: Hi David, I'll chime in too! From a different angle. Zak knows some great doctors who are doing real work, but the general field of low-level laser/ light therapy (LLLT) for medical issues has been fraught with charlatans for some years. (David note: Zak is a laser expert at the Stanford Medical School and is currently preparing a blog on the topic of LLLT. I will include a link to her blog when it is published, likely in a couple weeks. She is awesome and also often joins our Sunday hikes!) Dr, Alex Makowsy continues Good work by Tiina Kaaru (https://www.spiedigitallibrary.org/profile/Tiina.Karu-8010) and Juanita Anders (https://www.usuhs.edu/profile/juanita-anders-ms-phd) on mechanisms behind using light to stimulate our mitochondria or deactivate infectious bacteria are well documents However, the good work done by the few was overshadowed and worse, was perverted for many years into crackpot devices using bad stats and poorly designed studies. Or sometimes just straight preying on vulnerable people. It is the great shame of the laser industry. Worse yet, some of these devices were actual lasers that led to people getting hurt. I can't recommend in good conscience that lasers be shone into eyes at any time other than diagnostic devices meant to diagnose the eye itself. It may be that some day soon a good scientific body of evidence changes my stance but not yet... The story starts in the origin of my journey into light and lasers. I got involved in this field in 2005 while taking an elective class on optics and lasers when I got a call from my mom that she was seeking a laser therapy for her fibromyalgia. My mother's desire to get her fibromyalgia treated with a "cold laser" pulled me into this field since I was taking a class with a professor who later became my doctoral mentor. A full semester of my free time disappeared as I tried to source out of print articles and do a deep dive on whether this was real or garbage. A research term paper and a conference visit later I could finally see the same trends you saw with medication. I talked her out of the potentially dangerous unproven device usage. [As you may have suspected, In fact my mom was having significant issues in her marriage and life and a very good doctor set her straight. My mom divorced and is now happily remarried, about 95 pounds lighter, no fibromyalgia or serious insomnia. If only we had known you back then she would have recovered in a session or two rather than 3 years] However, in the process, I dug into some of the real research that small doses of light can affect our bodies in ways we don't understand fully due to lack of research. Fast forward several decades and some of the best researchers survived the public scandal of LLLT and found a scientific mechanism (cytochrome c oxidase activation) to explain observed changes in mitochondrial activity. However, the scientists don't claim to cure everything or anything. Then they published this mitochondrial activation and suddenly: This, of course, proves that blogablum does in fact exist and now the truth about the panacea is available for all!! David note: “blogablum” is a fake nonsense word I made up that refers to nothing meaningful. Now continuing with the Alex email: This is a good review of the history and current evidence about it : https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/medical-critical-thinking/hype-around-photobiomodulation But if you want the real goods, the hard truth about cold lasers has been out there for over 15 years: Introducing the New Low Level Laser Treatment! youtu.be The following search on YouTube will reveal the secrets of the universe: "cold laser before:2009" Warmly, Alexander J Makowski, Ph.D. Dr. Matt May's reply Hi David, Thank you for forwarding this question to me.  I am very concerned and wonder if this may fall under the category of 'malpractice'. For one, I am unaware of any FDA approved treatment for depression that involves shining lasers into people's eyes to erase their sad memories.  For a list of FDA approved treatments for depression, you could refer to: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559078/ It's possible that there is new evidence I'm not aware of, but I searched online for studies of light in treatment of depression and was unable to find any placebo-controlled trials.  This is a problem because placebo responses can be so high in the case of depression and anxiety.  There were some studies on light therapy, but nothing fitting the description of 'shining lasers into eyes to erase sad memories'. Other concerns I have relate to the high cost of such an extensive “evaluation”, as well as possible risk of shining lasers into someone's eyes.  In the absence of evidence supporting the treatment, it seems like a high cost, and potential risk, to the patient, hence my concern for malpractice. It's pretty common for people with depression to feel a sense of desperation, especially after many failed efforts to address their symptoms.  This group of individuals are likely to be extremely susceptible to scams and purveyors of 'snake oil' (sham treatments). It's also concerning to me because the theory behind the idea of shining light into people's eyes to erase sadness doesn't make logical sense to me.  It's a potentially-testable hypothesis, but it's such an absurd hypothesis that I don't see it as worth testing or entertaining. If we are defining depression as some combination of worthless, hopeless, ashamed and guilty feelings, then the hypothesis that such feelings could be meaningfully addressed by such a crude instrument as a laser or a pill or an electrical impulse is absurd. This is because our feelings arise from our thoughts/perceptions.  I've never met a single person or patient who was suffering from depression but had healthy positive thoughts about themselves.  I've also never met someone who had patterns of negative thinking, but felt fine, up-beat and positive. The idea that a pill, a laser, a magnetic pulsation or electrical current could selectively alter the specific thoughts that cause depression doesn't make sense with what we know about the brain and thoughts and feelings.  How could a pill, for example, which crosses the blood-brain barrier and impacts every neuron in the brain, selectively target only the neurons that give rise to depressed thinking?  It's like imagining that we could carpet-bomb a city but only kill the murderers and rapists. I'd encourage all potential clients who are receiving treatment for depression or other conditions to ask their providers for literature that documents the effectiveness of the treatment and to get a second opinion if they are unsure. These are my 2-cents on the topic and I could be completely wrong about it all.  Hoping to hear from others what they think. Also, David, I saw several other people included in the invitation to respond to this question but I didn't see them cc'd.  Perhaps they were bcc'd? Wishing you the best, fondly, Matt David's reply to Matt Thanks, yes, I have a fantastic response already in the show notes from Dr. Alex Makowski who does research and development of lasers with valid medical applications. His thrust is similar to yours. Our field is littered with junk “scientism” intended to fool and exploit people, similar to the snake oil salespeople who use to go from town to town in America selling magical “elixirs” that “cured” just about everything! But people are endlessly gullible, and con artists are still in endless abundance these days, it seems! Best, david Will add your kind and thoughtful comment to the show notes!   3. James asks about the use of TEAM methods in the NHS in the UK. Hi Rhonda, I hope you are well. I had a couple of questions for an 'ask David' on the podcast if that's okay. A bit of background.... I am Level 1 Team and have attended David's training in Atlanta. I live in the UK and have recently changed career to work in the NHS delivering CBT interventions for patients because David's work inspired me so much. The NHS uses specific interventions for particular diagnoses and because I am in training I have to try and stick to this. I do use the TEAM materials and approach when I can and have already seen some great results. The NHS uses 'Behavioural Activation' for certain patients with Depression and I just wondered what David thought about the effectiveness of this (perhaps compared to Cognitive Restructuring). I believe Beck introduced this into the CBT model as he thought it was useful. Another question was regarding treatment of GAD and whether dividing worries between hypothetical and practical, and then using a certain time to actually worry rather than letting the worries dominate throughout the day was something he thought was useful or had heard about. Thanks so much for all the great work you are all doing and inspiring people all over the world! Kind Regards James Bibby. David's response Hi James, Thanks for the great questions. In today's recording of an upcoming Ask David podcast, we can address: The history of “Behavioral Activation,” including the pros and cons of this approach. The history and pros and cons of “Worry Breaks.” The idea of matching a “technique” to a “diagnosis,” as opposed to learning to treat the whole patient with TEAM. The results of our latest research with the Feeling Great App, and whether it might have some value for patients struggling with depression and anxiety disorders in the UK. Best, David Matt's Thots: Great question! I'm looking forward to discussing. There are certainly some techniques that are more effective, than others, for addressing specific negative thoughts. Meanwhile there are a number of problems that come up when we are, as clinicians, throwing solutions at diagnoses, rather than treating the human being who is suffering. Studies on the treatment of PTSD at the VA, for example, showed veterans often got worse after this approach, in which their diagnosis was matched with a method, ‘prolonged exposure', without any agenda-setting. This just retraumatized lots of veteran! Similarly, if someone is secretly blaming, and haven't experienced the ‘death of the blaming self', they might be assigned ‘communication skills training', only to see this backfire, because their intent is still to try to change someone, rather than accept them. You might tell a patient with depression that they should go exercise, only to cause them to resist you, ‘you don't understand, I can't even get out of bed!'. In short, most therapy fails or even makes patients worse because it doesn't consider the good reasons to continue to blame, give up, criticize ourselves, etc. 4. Brian asks: Is positive reframing the most successful technique you have used with your patients? I can see how it would cure someone in 2 hours! Feel free to use my question and do and use my name if you wish. I'd be honored. Best, Brian David's reply Hi Brian, Thanks. Great question! It's one of the latest powerful techniques, but Ext of Voices might still be the “champion.” Using them in the T, E, A, M sequence is especially powerful. Positive Reframing often gets them closer, but not quite all the way to enlightenment. Externalization of voices (EOV) often gets them over the finish line, especially if you know how to use it skillfully, incorporating Self-Defense with the Acceptance Paradox and Counter-Attack Technique! In fact, you can incorporate many of my > 100 techniques when using EOV, such as Be Specific, Semantic Technique, Examine the Evidence, and a host of other. Best, david Matt's comments I agree, Positive Reframing and Externalization of Voices are incredibly powerful and it's often what we're doing when we see recoveries. What works for a given individual, however, is quite hard to predict, in advance and there's a ‘process' to therapy, such that we can't really skip steps, except in some unusual circumstances. Some other super-powerful methods include Externalization of Resistance, Double Standard, Flooding, Feared Fantasy, and the Hidden Emotion Technique. I'm probably forgetting some. Thanks for listening today! Matt, Rhonda and David

Today, I am talking with Dr. Robin Aupperle, Elisabeth Akeman and Dr. Hannah Berg    Aupperle is is a licensed clinical psychologist and Principal Investigator at Laureate Institute for Brain Research (LIBR) and Associate Professor at the University of Tulsa. Her research uses neuroimaging and behavioral measures to better understand approach-avoidance decision-making and mechanisms and predictors of psychological treatments for mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.    Akeman is a Licensed Professional Counselor currently serving as Lead Therapist and Clinical Research Coordinator for Dr. Aupperle's treatment outcome studies at Laureate Institute for Brain Research. Her clinical training includes evidence-based interventions for anxiety, mood, and substance-use disorders with extensive training and experience in Behavioral Activation and exposure-based therapies.    Berg is a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Laureate Institute for Brain Research. Her research investigates clinical anxiety from a decision-making perspective, with the goal of contributing brain-based insights that improve the conceptualization and treatment of psychopathology. Her clinical training includes evidence-based interventions for anxiety, mood, eating disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.      I am thrilled to have all three of them on today, and I hope you find the conversation as fascinating as I did.

The traditional view of mental health often focuses on the absence of mental illness, but a new theory is emerging that emphasizes the importance of neurodiversity and individual differences in the pursuit of long-term happiness. The question is, how can we reconcile the medicalization of mental health with the idea of neurodiversity and the unique strengths that come with different neurotypes?In this episode of This Anthro Life, we dive into a new perspective on mental health and well-being and how traditional models of mental illness focus only on treatment, not optimization of wellness. Ryan's work, which is detailed in his new book "Become Who You Are," offers a fresh perspective on how ancient philosophy and modern psychology intersect to address issues like anxiety and depression. He introduces the concept of "virtue signaling theory," which views traits like courage and compassion as evolutionary adaptations that helped humans navigate social hierarchies. Self-esteem evolved as a way to track social standing and regulate mood accordingly. Depression may result from a negative self-view due to lack of virtue expression.Moreover, throughout the conversation, we delved into the practical applications of Ryan's theory. He shared strategies for individuals at various points on the well-being scale, from those struggling with depression to those seeking to enhance their fulfillment in life. Ryan emphasized the importance of behavioral activation, identifying personal strengths, and creating virtue domains – areas in our lives where we can exercise and showcase our virtues. We also touched on the concept of eudaimonia, the ancient Greek term for the highest human good or "the good life," which Ryan believes is achieved through the cultivation of virtues. Ready to become who you are and find deeper happiness and fulfillment in life? Join us on This Anthro Life as we explore the importance of self-exploration and cultivating virtues with Ryan BushTimestamps: 00:01:33 - Ryan Bush's Journey and Interdisciplinary Approach00:03:58 - The Sociometer Theory of Self-Esteem00:05:54 - Understanding Self-Esteem and Virtue00:12:11 - The Causal Relationship Between Identity and Depression00:18:28 - Self-Improvement and Selfishness00:20:35 - Long-Term Selfishness and Altruism00:22:27 - Behavioral Activation and Virtue Cultivation00:25:19 - Virtue Domains and Life Fulfillment00:27:18 - Time Dimension in Virtue Domains00:29:25 - Personal Journey and Designing the Mind00:31:27 - The Search for Meaning and Virtue00:33:45 - The Importance of Practice in Virtue Cultivation00:35:39 - Simple Strategies for Behavioral Activation00:41:37 - Medicalization and Mental Health00:44:12 - Neurodiversity and Evolutionary Strengths00:46:23 - Frequency-Dependent Selection in Neurodiversity00:51:23 - Practical Philosophy and Well-BeingKey Takeaways:Traditional mental health models focus only on treatment, not optimization of well-being.Virtues like courage and compassion evolved as "fitness indicators" to help humans navigate social hierarchies.Self-esteem evolved to track social standing and regulate mood accordingly.Depression may result from a negative self-view due to lack of virtue expression.Behavioral activation can boost mood by engaging in virtue-expressing activities.Role models can help identify personal strengths to cultivate."Virtual domains" allow expression of virtues in meaningful pursuits.Brief suffering may occur through cultivation but should not be the goal.Well-being exists on a continuum, from depression to eudaimonia.About This Anthro Life This Anthro Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the human side of technology, culture, and business. Hosted by Adam Gamwell, we unravel fascinating narratives and connect them to the wider context of our lives. Tune in to https://thisanthrolife.org and subscribe to our Substack at https://thisanthrolife.substack.com for more captivating episodes and engaging content.Connect with Ryan BushLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanabush/ Website: https://designingthemind.org/Order the book at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPCMWQG6 Connect with This Anthro Life:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisanthrolife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thisanthrolife LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-anthro-life-podcast/ This Anthro Life website: https://www.thisanthrolife.org/ Substack blog: https://thisanthrolife.substack.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5168968/advertisement

In this episode: Does "beginner" yoga really exist at yoga studios? Competition and hypervigilence in movement classes At home vs. in person classes Gluten free bakery names and prices Behavioral activation to help with dysregulation Making choices when you're dysregulated vs. in touch with your intuition Kristin Collier's FREE workshop. Sign up at CollierConnections.com Follow us on Instagram: @wildiriscollective @alexandrajthomsen    

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3XaytgD• The behavioral activation theory approaches the problem on the behavioral level, telling us we need to act to feel better instead of waiting until we feel better to act. Monitor your routine, get in touch with your values and goals, then schedule activities that make you feel good, adjust and reappraising as you go.#ActivityMonitoring #ActivityScheduling #BFSkinner #Depression #Lewinsohn #Monitoring #PeterLewinsohn #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #HowtoTherapizeandHealYourself #NickTrenton

“Man cannot fully find himself except through a sincere gift of himself.”~ St. John Paul IIIt sounds so simple: do good things that make me healthy, happy, & holy and avoid the things that stop me from thriving. But so often we feel like St. Paul: "For I do not do the good I want, but I do the evil I do not want" (Romans 7:19). How do we practically move toward greater wholeness in our thoughts and actions, and how do we make that journey in the context of a marriage?Andy Norton joins This Whole Life to share a valuable tool that he and his wife developed called Integrated Pathfinding. Integrated Pathfinding is based on a therapeutic intervention called Behavioral Activation, which they adapted with a foundation of faith into a weekly process for the good of their marriage and family life.If you have a desire to follow the Lord more consistently and to be more connected to your spouse in the process, you'll love this conversation and the resource it offers! Be sure to check out the Episode 25 show notes for a pdf step-by-step guide to Integrated Pathfinding.Andy Norton is a passionate and mission-driven Catholic man with a desire to foster wholeness and holiness in the lives of God's people. He worked in ministry for 14 years, including evangelization work with FOCUS and NET Ministries. Andy is a graduate of the Franciscan University of Steubenville with a Master's in Theology from the Augustine Institute. He now works as a Production Support Developer and lives in Eagan, Minnesota with his wife Sarah and their 4 children. Chapters:0:00: Introduction and Highs & Hards15:22: Introducing Andy Norton24:08: Context for Behavioral Activation36:45: The value of Integrated Pathfinding40:37: Marriage isn't about keeping score46:18: Healthy boundaries in self-discovery52:33: Shared meaning in the midst of conflict56:47: Challenge By Choice & step-by-step Integrated PathfindingThank you for listening! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas.Check us out on Instagram & FacebookInterested in more faith-filled mental health resources? Check out the Martin Center for IntegrationMusic: "You're Not Alone" by Marie Miller. Used with permission.

In this episode we get down and dirty about depression and what it looks like and feels like and we talk about the CBT technique of Behavioral Activation. Kate sheds some light on this personally as she is engaging with this on her own mental health journey.

In this episode, Cheddy and Michelle discuss:   Behavioral Activation - take the action and let your brain get on board.  WHAT gets you out of bed vs HOW you get out of bed.  Selecting a thought or an action that gets you out of bed.    Key takeaways: Be Intentional when getting out of bed. Celebrating waking up to another day; embodying gratitude.  Be aware how your wake up routine can affect your mood. “Anything we offer is a suggestion, but everybody has their own unique approaches to it as well. So Cheddy had to find the thought that would motivate him into action. I just took the very tiniest, smallest action: ‘get out of bed and put on your shoes…!' Do the action and the brain will catch up” -Michelle Wickman Website: www.WinningInside.io  Michelle: www.WickmanWellness.com  Cheddy: www.CheddyMatthews.com  Email: WinningInsidePodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @winning_inside  Facebook: @WinningInside LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/winninginside  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoF6Rtked9jTNVdaVmARl6g

Behavioral Activation, Choosing Momentum-Increasing Steps to Goals Day 12. [ChatGPT content]: Smiling is a simple yet powerful act that can have numerous benefits for our overall well-being. Here are 10 benefits to smiling that can help improve our physical and mental health: 1. Stress relief: Smiling has been shown to reduce the level of stress hormones in our body. When we smile, it triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals, which can help lower our stress levels and improve our mood. 2. Improved immune system: Smiling can also boost our immune system by increasing the production of white blood cells. These cells are responsible for fighting off infections and illnesses, making us less susceptible to getting sick. 3. Lower blood pressure: The act of smiling can also lower our blood pressure. When we smile, it sends a signal to our brain to relax, which in turn leads to a decrease in blood pressure and heart rate. 4. Increased lifespan: A study found that people who smile more often tend to have a longer lifespan than those who don't. Smiling has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide. 5. Increased attractiveness: Smiling is often associated with being attractive. People who smile more often are perceived as more approachable and friendly, which can make them more attractive to others. 6. Improved relationships: Smiling can also improve our relationships with others. When we smile, it sends a positive signal to those around us, which can lead to more positive interactions and better relationships. 7. Increased productivity: Smiling can also increase our productivity. When we're in a good mood, we're more likely to be motivated and productive. 8. Better communication: Smiling can also improve our communication skills. When we smile, it makes us appear more approachable and friendly, which can make it easier for us to communicate with others. 9. Increased self-esteem: Smiling can also increase our self-esteem. When we feel good about ourselves, it shows in our facial expressions and body language, which can lead to a boost in self-esteem. 10. Improved overall well-being: Overall, smiling has many benefits for our physical and mental well-being. From reducing stress and boosting our immune system, to increasing our lifespan and attractiveness, smiling can have a positive impact on our overall health and happiness. In conclusion, smiling is a simple yet powerful act that has numerous benefits for our overall well-being. So, the next time you're feeling down, try smiling and see how it can change your mood and improve your overall health and happiness. Remember, a smile is contagious, and can make a huge difference in your and other people's life. [ChatGPT Prompt: Use SEO to write 3500 words about 10 benefits to smiling]. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Don't forget to visit www.VoteJim.net and vote for Jim every day on every device for Best of Las Vegas! The guys welcome Andrea and Kevin Anderson to the studio and answer questions how to activate behaviors to influence feelings, how to break an addiction to food, and identifying and addressing adult autism spectrum disorder.Join the pre-show hang out at www.Patreon.com/Therapy and enjoy topical deep dives, psychology movie nights, book clubs, monthly interviews, special side projects and our live discord chat!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comSubmit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:www.Facebook.com/PodTherapywww.Instagram.com/PodTherapyGuyswww.Twitter.com/PodTherapyGuysResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALK

What is Behavioral Activation? I am so grateful you shared time with me! Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts Follow Dawn McMillan: All the things: https://linktr.ee/dawnmcmillan Twitter: @thedawnmcmillan Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dawn-mcmillan2/message

Ever wonder what a core part of treatment for depression is? Join us as we explore behavioral activation, as it is used within and outside of therapy. We also discuss our personal reflections, practicum experiences, and how we can use strategies to make it a part of our life. Let's dive in!

Today, we are joined by Dr. McMahon and Jacqueline TrumbI'll as we discuss Borderline Personality Disorder, its development, and treatment. Jacqueline is the co-host of A Little Help For Our Friends, a member of Bachelor Nation, and as a current Ph.D student at Duke University: a soon-to-be clinical psychologist. Mental health has been a prevalent part of Jacqueline's life and as she has a BA in Philosophy from the University of Virginia, she has always been interested in studying humans, their emotions, and purpose. Throughout her career thus far, she has primarily focused in research with her work at the Citadel first, and then for two years at the Mood and Personality Disorders lab at Mount Sinai in NY. Having been trained in several evidence-based psychotherapies, such as the Unified Protocol, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Behavioral Activation, Jacqueline treats adults with a range of mental health struggles, particularly depression, anxiety, misophonia, and OCD. Dr. Kibby McMahon is a clinical psychologist, fitness studio owner, yogi and the co-host of A Little Help For Our Friends. Kibby completed her undergraduate degree at Columbia University, her PhD at the Duke University clinical psychology program, and her predoctoral internship at Weill Cornell/NY Presbyterian Hospital in 2021. She is currently a postdoctoral associate at Duke University Medical Center. Having been trained in several forms of evidence-based psychotherapies, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Kibby treats adults with a range of mental health struggles, particularly depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, and relationship problems in general. In addition to her work as a psychologist, she runs a fitness studio, Intent FitHouse, in downtown Durham with the mission of creating an empowering, inclusive community that promotes holistic health and fitness. Happy listening! With love, G

Scrolling through Instagram, you might be showered with advice from mental health influencers to "just practice self-care" and "love yourself." But what does that even mean anyway? In this short and sweet episode, we delve into the definition of self-care and what that actually looks like from a clinical psychology perspective. We draw upon the principles of Behavioral Activation, a treatment for depression, to understand what activities actually promote mental health. Check out this Handout for Behavioral ActivationFor more info, check out: www.alittlehelpforourfriends.comFollow us on Instagram: @ALittleHelpForOurFriends

Couch Talks is the bonus Q&A episode that comes out every Wednesday where kat (@kat.defatta) answers questions that you send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week Kat gives some tips on how to get out of feeling stuck when it comes to your goals. Then she talks about a recent Instagram post she saw (and loved) that addressed the over generalizations that are all over social media when it comes to trauma. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Couch Talks is the bonus Q&A episode that comes out every Wednesday where kat (@kat.defatta) answers questions that you send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week Kat gives some tips on how to get out of feeling stuck when it comes to your goals. Then she talks about a recent Instagram post she saw (and loved) that addressed the over generalizations that are all over social media when it comes to trauma. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Do you ever feel stuck, unmotivated, lack energy and just don't wanna??? Well, we're here to help kick ya in the ass and getcha moving! Today in this shot of espresso we are talking about behavioral activation and how one can get unstuck! Doing one small, active thing can trickle into doing one to two more. Like Dory said, “just keep swimming, swimming, swimming!” We hope this lights a much needed fire under you!!! Like, share, subscribe, rate and review! You can even donate to the podcast which would be AH-MAZING and incredibly appreciated! Follow us on Instagram @rewritingherstorypodcast @spookyfitmom13 @bea_xo11 Email Us rewritingherstorypodcast@gmail.com Check out the services we offer! www.beathechangenow.com

CBT is one of the most common interventions and tends to deal with every day struggles that you might have in dealing with life events.  A CBT approach might help you deal with negative thinking and adapt your behavior so you are more engaged and less impacted by fearful beliefs.  The book is full of well-structured and organized resources.  The book is supported by video exercises and templates on the publisher's website (NewHarbinger.com). Our guest is Dr. Nina Josefowitz, renowned psychologist and co-author of 'CBT Made Simple; A Clinicians Guide to Practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based intervention for addressing the impact of mental health struggles.  The CBT approach is one of the most well researched psychological interventions and has demonstrated efficacy.  This structured and often goal oriented approach can lay a strong foundation for early career mental health professionals beginning to work with clients, as well as for individuals who are struggling with emotional disturbances and learning to reclaim their lives.  The CBT approach provides excellent step-by-step guidance moving toward self-understanding and a balanced mechanism for stabilization. The research on CBT has demonstrated it as a power-house of intervention (Asnaani, Vonk, Sawyer and Fang, 2012) for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, schizophrenia, eating disorders, insomnia, personality disorders, anger management, stress disorders and chronic pain. In Nina's book, she focuses on the importance of both teaching and practicing the skill, to ensure the intervention can be both understood and used when needed. She focuses on Behavioral Activation as a crucial step toward recovery and encourages strategies for self-reflection on current daily activities as a starting point.  In her work, she breaks down exercises using templates that give the user a deep dive into their own behaviors and a clearer sense of ownership over what is working and what is leading to emotional and mental health struggles. If you read through some of her exercises and watch her videos, you will see a clinician with a deep sense of care and compassion for her clients. Links & Resources: Dr. Nina Josefowitz, CPsych, Psychologist, Toronto, ON, M6G https://www.drninajosefowitz.com/ CBT Made Simple – preview: https://bit.ly/3uQnUkh CBT Made Simple – videos / templates:  https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684034550/#nh-book-accessories

In this episode, we explore Behavioral Activation as a way to find motivation, and to infuse more joy and satisfaction into our daily lives. Employing Behavioral Activation strategies help us overcome the mental and physical anguish that we often experience living with chronic illness. Research shows that by incorporating Behavioral Activation concepts into our existing self-care practices and daily routines, we can experience greater happiness and feel more accomplished - which drastically increases our ability to feel even better and accomplish even more! Take a listen - this simple concept might be just what you're looking for!

I'm sitting in my comfy chair, just minding my business, eating my de-shelled pistachios when I hear Juniper crying. Google had played the wrong song. Ugh... can't even eat my pistachios in peace. My natural reaction is to downplay the situation, but I use the Opposite Action Technique to keep my mouth shut: Opposite Action, Behavioral Activation, and Exposure.When Juniper says that she "can't" ask Google to play the song for her, I remind her that in this household, we say "I can't yet but with practice I will." Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.I take a deep breath and help Juniper label her emotions, which helps calm her down: Helping kids identify and express feelings.We then use the brain breathing technique from The Whole-Brain Child in order to help our upstairs brain hug our downstairs brain: Upstairs And Downstairs Brain.Other breathing techniques you can try:A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG EmotionsPizza breathsI want your feedback, questions, anything really. I just want to talk to you and the best way to do it is by shooting me a tweet at @junloayza.If you found this episode of Dad Smarter Not Harder valuable, then I ask you to please pay-it-forward by forwarding this episode to one other parent. Your recommendation to another parent is the greatest compliment you can give me. Thank you very much.

Learn about behavioral activation therapy and how to cure social anxiety (finally!). Similar to cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral activation therapy can be applied to overcoming social anxiety. Let's cure social anxiety!

Dr. John Naslund wants to bridge the gap in bringing mental health and wellness to those who have little or no access to care. We talk about prevention, early detection, and effective treatments. We discuss crucial stages of life, where we can make a huge difference in setting our kids up for mental wellness. Current research shows how incredibly effective low tech, non-pharmaceutical cognitive (thought) based interventions like Behavioral Activation for Depression is, yet we have no means of delivering these simple treatments to people who really need it. Dr. Naslund is using technology to train general healthcare workers to deliver this care to rural areas in India. He has been involved in projects funded by the NIH and CDC to develop and distribute programs to those who most need it, in the U.S., Haiti, and Colombia. He has over 60 peer-reviewed publications and is passionate about early diagnosis and the delivery of high quality care to all people, especially the vulnerable populations who have no access to healthcare. Faculty Profile John Naslund, PhD Dr. Naslund's NIMH funded ESSENCE project Research Abstract Health Behavior Models for Informing Digital Technology Interventions for Individuals with Mental Illness NAMI National Alliance of Mental Illness --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The questionnaire is designed to measure changes in avoidance and activation over the course of Behavioral Activation for depression. The Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale (BADS) can be used to track changes weekly in the behaviors hypothesized to underlie depression and specifically targeted for change by behavioral activation. It examines changes in the following areas: activation, avoidance/rumination, work/school impairment, and social impairment. 

Meredith Head, behavioral specialist, and Dr. Peggy Scallon explain behavioral activation, a clinically effective treatment for depression.

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Talking about social and physical withdrawal and how to cope during recovery with activation. Questions: psychosisepisode@gmail.com

Listen to this week's episode to learn about the basic concepts of behavioral activation (BA), what research has demonstrated about its use in depression, and how to apply BA in everyday care.  Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC

23andMe data helps depression research; Obesity ages brain by 10 years; Effect of combat on female soldiers; Bad first impressions hard to overcome; How to rekindle faded sex life; Behavioral Activation, effective and less costly compared to CBT; Stress intolerance linked to opiate abuse.