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The safe management of non-cardiac implantable electrical devices during surgery requires careful planning and knowledge of device-specific considerations. We continue our discussion from last week with actionable recommendations for each stage of perioperative care.• Electrocautery poses significant risks including device reprogramming, thermal burns, and damage to neural tissue• Turn off devices or set to safe surgery mode before using electrocautery • Bipolar cautery is safer than monopolar; if monopolar is needed, use lowest power setting• Place grounding pads to minimize current through the device generator• Somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs) are relatively safe while motor evoked potentials (MEPs) should be avoided• Newer devices may be MRI conditional but require specific protocols including device interrogation• Regional anesthesia should use ultrasound guidance rather than nerve stimulation techniques• Neuraxial anesthesia is not contraindicated for spinal cord stimulator patients but must be placed below insertion level• ECT can be performed with device turned off and careful electrode placement• Devices should be turned back on before emergence from anesthesia• Postoperative evaluation should include checking for thermal injuries and neurologic changesThanks for joining us for our 253rd episode! Wow, 250 and counting! Go tell a friend or colleague about our show as we work toward 500 episodes. If you enjoy the Anesthesia Patient Safety Podcast, please give us a five-star rating, subscribe, and share with colleagues.For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/253-when-electrocautery-meets-implanted-devices-what-every-anesthesia-professional-needs-to-know/© 2025, The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation

Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Dr. Chris Taplin,a psychiatrist and founder of Ottawa's TMS Life clinic, joins us for a deep dive into one of the most promising frontiers in psychiatric care: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS. As clinicians, many of us have encountered the heartbreak of treatment-resistant depression — watching clients struggle despite best-practice psychotherapy and pharmacology. TMS offers a non-invasive, evidence-based alternative that is reshaping how we approach these cases. In this conversation, we unpack the science, patient experience, clinical decision-making, and broader implications of this technology. Whether you're a skeptic, a curious clinician, or already working with neuromodulation, I think you'll find this a thoughtful, grounded look at where TMS fits in the future of mental health treatment.Topics We Cover:

Rarely is one of our shows as intricately fascinating and self-disclosing to our guest and ourselves that we cannot adequately describe all that we covered, all that we learned, and all that we began integrating anew into our knowledge as the interview evolved.   Our guest, physician Juliette Engel, was a captive, slave, and experimental subject controlled by the CIA from early childhood until age sixteen. Acting on her own, she then escaped the CIA/MKUltra house of devil worship — a subject we will let her tell you about in the interview. She began her new life as a college student, and to manage her severe post-traumatic stress, she developed amnesia for her horrendous past. As a therapist and researcher, I know this happens, but it requires a powerful mind like Dr. Engel to accomplish it and ultimately to flourish.   Dr. Engel is part of a growing number of people coming forth about their experiences as victims of CIA experiments, which in part were training her to become a part of what I have decided to call, “the global community of abusers without conscience,” a powerful aspect of the global predators and their unholy empires.   Adding incredible background to her personal testimony, she sent us in advance a document released from the National Security Archive on December 23, 2024. The ominous title is “CIA Behavioral Control Experiments Focus of New Scholarly Collection.”   The CIA documents confirm many of Dr. Engel's memories, which only began to unfold much later, after a life of medical reform work in Russia.   Confirming Our Own Experiences with the Deep State and CIA   One huge confirmation for me and Ginger is how much the CIA was indeed focused on defending and supporting the very kind or torturous and inhuman psychiatric treatments that I began openly opposing in the early 1970s, including lobotomy and other forms of psychosurgery and electroshock (ECT) which I have described as an electrical closed-head lobotomy.   Another insight for me was the similarity between the CIA agents and collaborators, as described in the CIA documents, and the global predators we have described in our book, COVID-19 and the Global Predators: We Are the Prey. This is the same profile we continue to explore in our recent columns about America's four current empires: the Western Global Empire, the Eastern Global Chinese Communist Empire, the Russian Empire, and the Caliphate Muslim Empire.   These predators, across a broad spectrum of activities, are primarily motivated by a lust for power over other human beings. They also desire wealth, but mostly as a tool for gaining power. What drives them is the desire to exert power over as many people as possible within their sphere, whether it is a political party, a criminal cabal or conspiracy, a government agency, a nation, an empire, or a global governance.   If they did not lust for power, they would not succeed in their goal of dominating, controlling, exploiting, enslaving, or killing as many people as possible. They must also possess extreme cunning and shrewdness to be able to manipulate and exploit so many people and to compete for power among so many other violent, cunning people. Probably above all else, they must be masters of conspiracy, able to seduce or intimidate others into helping them pursue their evil aims.   These predators must lack identification with the people within their own family,  group, nation, or empire, because seizing and growing enormous power usually requires, as history demonstrates, killing competitors in their own families and their own inner circles of co-conspirators, as well as millions of their own people, as demonstrated by apex global predators from Alexander “the Great” to Hitler, Stalin, Mao, and the current leaders of Communist China.   These predators must not allow themselves to genuinely love anyone, because such entanglements and feelings would check or inhibit the kind of evil conduct required for fulfilling their primary lust for power. Ultimately, they must not identify with anyone but themselves.   The following excerpts are taken from the vastly important document that our guest, Juliette Engel, MD, first drew to our attention, “CIA Behavior Control Experiments Focus of New Scholarly Collection.”  [The document lacks page numbers, but the excerpts can be located by means of searching the document:]   Excerpt 1 from the CIA Documents   Asked whether the CIA had tried to identify “techniques of producing retrograde amnesia,” Gottlieb said it was something that they “talked about,” but that he could not “remember any specific projects or specific research mounted in response to that question.” Asked if the CIA ever used “psychosurgery research projects,” Gottlieb said his “remembrance is that they did.”   Excerpt 2   The elevation of Allen Dulles to deputy director of central intelligence in 1951 led to an expansion of BLUEBIRD programs under a new name, ARTICHOKE, and under the direction of Gottlieb at TSS. The new program was to include, among other projects, the development of “gas guns” and “poisons,” and experiments to test whether “monotonous sounds,” “concussion,” “electroshock,” and “induced sleep” could be used as a means to gain “hypnotic control of an individual.”[5]   Excerpt 3   Another prominent MKULTRA “cutout” foundation, the Human Ecology Society, was run by Cornell Medical Center neurologist Dr. Harold Wolff, who wrote an early study of communist brainwashing techniques for Allen Dulles and later partnered with the CIA to develop a combination of drugs and sensory deprivation that could be used to erase the human mind. Among the most extreme MKULTRA projects funded through Wolff's group were the infamous “depatterning” experiments conducted by Dr. D. Ewen Cameron at the Allan Memorial Institute, a psychiatric hospital at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Cameron's methods combined induced sleep, electroshocks, and “psychic driving,” under which drugged subjects were psychologically tortured for weeks or months in an effort to reprogram their minds.   Except 4   While no new techniques had been discovered, presently known mind control techniques described in the attachment include the use of LSD and other drugs, hypnosis, the use of the polygraph, neurosurgery, and electric shock treatments. However, field testing of these techniques has been handicapped by the “inability to provide the medical competence for a final evaluation and for such field testing as the evaluation indicates. Repeated efforts to recruit medical personnel have failed and until recently the CIA Medical Staff has not been in a position to assist.”   Excerpt 5   The response from TSS lists 17 “materials and methods” that the Chemical Division was working to develop, including:   *substances that “promote illogical thinking,” materials that would “render the induction of hypnosis easier” or “enhance its usefulness,” substances that would help individuals to endure “privation, torture and coercion during interrogation” and attempts at ‘brainwashing,'” *“materials and physical methods” to “produce amnesia” and “shock and confusion over extended periods of time,” substances that would “produce physical disablement, including paralysis, *substances that “alter personality structure” or that “produce ‘pure' euphoria with no subsequent let-down,” and a “knockout pill” for use in surreptitious druggings and to produce amnesia, among other things. [Asterisks and bold added]   Excerpt 6   Gibbons was not fully clear on how the CIA obtained LSD, but most of it came from the Eli Lilly & Company, according to this memo, which “apparently makes a gift of it to CIA.”  [bold added. There are many mentions in the report citing Eli Lilly as the source of massive of amounts of LSD which the CIA then inflicted upon Americans, sometimes as experiments and sometimes for financial gain.]   End of Excerpts   In the current release of CIA documents, many well-known government officials and universities are named as supporting and collaborating with MKUltra and other ghastly CIA experiments. Particularly stunning to me, the CIA bought a new wing for the Georgetown University Hospital, in return for which the CIA was given a special “safe house” inside the medical wing where they were free to inflict their wanton will on involuntary experimental subjects with supportive help from the hospital.   One More Step in Facing the Evil Within   These quotes confirm what I had long suspected and had only limited data to confirm — that the CIA and other government agencies are very protective and supportive of psychosurgery (lobotomy) and electroshock treatment (ECT). They want to research and apply these gross methods of damaging the human brain and mind to facilitate interrogation, to erase memories, to change personalities, and to make people more obedient and robotic. They also want them widely used in society to dumb down and render passive as many people as possible on the way to building the global slave state.   During this interview, we began to more deeply appreciate the involvement of the Deep State in psychiatry and psychology and the strength of their opposition to my reform work going back to the early 1970s. My earliest reform efforts focused on these two treatments, psychosurgery and then electroshock, and finally matured into seeing all psychiatric treatment as an assault on the brain and mind.   In various books and scientific articles, Ginger and I have been pointing to federal agencies pushing lobotomy (DOJ, NIMH), pushing electroshock (CIA, FDA), and pushing psychoactive drugs (FDA, CIA, NIMH, NIH, Department of Education, and others.   Our greatest confrontation with federal agencies came during an intense few years when we educated and organized people to shut down a massive U.S. interagency eugenical program to go into the inner cities to identify supposed biological and genetic causes of violence in black children and youth. The goal was ultimately to justify the widespread diagnosing and drugging of these children, including highly remunerative drugs like antidepressants and stimulants. I had already encountered outright racism, with neurosurgeons and psychiatrists advocating in print for the use of psychosurgery to control the leaders of black uprisings in the 1960s and early 1970s.   We completely defeated the massive eugenics project, causing the cancellation of a major conference and many research projects. We authored a book about it, The War Against Children of Color (1994), which addresses numerous Deep State actors such as the CDC, Department of Justice, FBI, NIMH, NIH, DHHS, and PHS, and names many perpetrators. But we had not yet seen the globalist scope of these activities. Here are links to a few articles about our successful efforts to stop the federal eugenics program.   The Role of Psychiatry in Nazi Germany and the U.S. Violence Initiative. This link contains the written introduction and historical video of Dr. Peter Breggin's presentation to Black leaders and community members in Harlem in the early 1990s about the federal government's plans to biologically “prevent violence” by identifying and drugging Black toddlers and children—a plan ultimately stopped due to the Breggins' exposure of the eugenics program. A biomedical programme for urban violence control in the US: the dangers of psychiatric social control; by Peter R Breggin and Ginger Ross Breggin Letter to the Editor, The New York Times by Peter R. Breggin, M.D.: U.S. Hasn't Given Up Linking Genes to Crime.  Excerpt: “Dr. Goodwin estimates that 100,000 children, as young as 5, will be identified for psychiatric interventions. He called the violence initiative the No. 1 funding priority for the Federal mental health establishment in 1994. My organization has since obtained documentation that millions of dollars of Federal funds are being spent on violence initiative research and planning, including studies of both rhesus monkeys and inner-city children. Newly developed psychiatric drugs are being tested for violence prevention in monkey studies, and some psychiatrists are claiming they can be used in humans for the same purpose. It seems inevitable that the violence initiative will involve administering the same drugs to inner-city children. The widespread use of Ritalin to control aggressive children, frequently supported or initiated by public schools, has set a precedent for pharmacological intervention.” Disposable Children in Black Faces: The Violence Initiative as Inner-City Containment Policy; Alfreda A. Sellers-Diamond, UMKC Law Review, 1994. Campaigns Against Racist Federal Programs by the Center for the Study of Psychiatry and Psychology; Peter R. Breggin, Journal of African American Men, 1995. NIH, under fire, freezes grant for conference on genetics and crime; Nature, Vol. 358, 30 July 1992, p357.   It was further hammered home to me in the interview with Dr. Engel that the kinds of individuals who are cunning enough and violent enough to run totalitarian nations and empires have their counterparts running amok within many federal agencies and many other American institutions. And that is the force from within that we are fighting today as we stand up for freedom in America. We must face a former national leadership, and a current Deep State and other institutions riddled with the worst human beings we can imagine and understand — or we will remain vastly hampered in fighting them.     ______   Learn more about Dr. Peter Breggin's work: https://breggin.com/   See more from Dr. Breggin's long history of being a reformer in psychiatry: https://breggin.com/Psychiatry-as-an-Instrument-of-Social-and-Political-Control   Psychiatric Drug Withdrawal, the how-to manual @ https://breggin.com/a-guide-for-prescribers-therapists-patients-and-their-families/   Get a copy of Dr. Breggin's latest book: WHO ARE THE “THEY” - THESE GLOBAL PREDATORS? WHAT ARE THEIR MOTIVES AND THEIR PLANS FOR US? HOW CAN WE DEFEND AGAINST THEM? Covid-19 and the Global Predators: We are the Prey Get a copy: https://www.wearetheprey.com/   “No other book so comprehensively covers the details of COVID-19 criminal conduct as well as its origins in a network of global predators seeking wealth and power at the expense of human freedom and prosperity, under cover of false public health policies.”   ~ Robert F Kennedy, Jr Author of #1 bestseller The Real Anthony Fauci and Founder, Chairman and Chief Legal Counsel for Children's Health Defense.  

On today's episode we have a special international guest, Dr. Pouya Movahed Rad from Lund University in Sweden. We will be discussing Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and the Ket-ECT, and ELEKT-D studies. ELEKTD:https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2302399KET-ECT: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35020871/Comparison: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38114073/

Today we had the privilege of speaking with a true pioneer in the field of neuropsychiatry and brain stimulation— Dr. Harold Sackeim.Dr. Sackeim is perhaps best known for his extensive research on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), but his contributions span a wide range of topics from treatment-resistant depression to the placebo effect in neurostimulation. As a founding figure in modern ECT research, he has played a central role in shaping both the science and the clinical practice of brain stimulation therapies.In this episode, we explored the history and future of ECT, the controversies surrounding it, and Dr. Sackeim's insights on the direction of neuromodulation. He explains how ECT has long been the most effective treatment for severe, treatment-resistant depression. While once overlooked in favor of medication, we now know that both the placement and intensity of stimulation are key—challenging the old belief that seizures alone drive its effects.

Lead the way in depression management! We're joined by Dr. Jessi Gold, a psychiatrist and mental health advocate, who provides essential pearls on ways to recognize the multifaceted nature of depression and similarly presenting medical conditions. We also discuss the complexities of treatment options including various medication options and therapies, and how to choose between these treatments. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Case 1 from Kashlak Medical conditions that can mimic depression Diagnosis of depression How to explain depression to family Initial treatment options for depression Case 2 from Kashlak Suicide risk assessment Trialing, augmenting, and tapering of medications Pharmacogenetic testing Alternate treatment options: TMS, ECT, ketamine, psilocybin, cannabis Outro Credits Written and Produced by: Zoya Surani Show Notes, Infographic, and Cover Art: Zoya Surani Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP    Reviewer: Sai Achi MD,MBA,FACP Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jessi Gold, MD Disclosures Dr. Gold reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.  Sponsor: Panacea Financial  Visit PanaceaFinancial.com to explore financial solutions designed to make your life better. Sponsor: FIGS Go to WearFIGS.com and use the code FIGS-R-X to get 15% off your first order. Sponsor: Ezresus Listeners of the Cribsiders get access to a 2-month free trial, letting them use 100% of the features of the app. For more information visit www.ezresus.com/curbsiders Sponsor: Freed Visit Freed.ai and use code CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe!

La catatonie est un trouble psychiatrique fascinant et souvent méconnu. Lorsqu'on entend ce mot, on imagine parfois une personne totalement figée, immobile, les yeux dans le vide. Et cette image n'est pas complètement fausse. Mais la catatonie, c'est bien plus complexe. C'est un syndrome, c'est-à-dire un ensemble de symptômes, qui affecte à la fois le comportement, le mouvement et parfois même les fonctions vitales.Qu'est-ce que la catatonie ?La catatonie est un état psychomoteur anormal, qui peut se manifester par une immobilité extrême, mais aussi, paradoxalement, par des mouvements répétitifs, désorganisés ou incontrôlés. Elle peut survenir dans le cadre de troubles psychiatriques graves — comme la schizophrénie ou les troubles bipolaires — mais aussi à la suite d'affections neurologiques, métaboliques ou médicales.Autrefois, on associait presque exclusivement la catatonie à la schizophrénie. Mais on sait aujourd'hui qu'elle peut apparaître dans de nombreuses situations cliniques, y compris chez des personnes atteintes de dépression sévère, de troubles autistiques ou même lors d'infections, de traumatismes ou d'empoisonnements.Quels sont les symptômes ?Les signes de catatonie varient beaucoup, mais on en identifie plusieurs types caractéristiques :Le mutisme : la personne ne parle plus, même si elle est consciente.La stupeur : un état d'immobilité totale, sans réaction aux stimuli extérieurs.La catalepsie : les muscles restent figés dans la position dans laquelle on place la personne. Par exemple, si on lève son bras, il reste levé.La négativisme : un refus actif de bouger ou d'obéir à des instructions simples.L'écholalie : répétition automatique des mots entendus.L'échopraxie : imitation automatique des gestes d'autrui.L'agitation catatonique : un état où la personne bouge de manière désordonnée, sans but apparent, souvent en silence.Dans les formes les plus sévères, la catatonie peut devenir une urgence médicale. Une personne totalement figée pendant plusieurs jours peut développer des complications : déshydratation, malnutrition, thromboses, infections… Dans de rares cas, on parle de catatonie maligne, qui peut être mortelle si elle n'est pas traitée rapidement.Quelles sont les causes ?La catatonie n'est pas une maladie en soi, mais plutôt un symptôme d'un trouble sous-jacent. Elle peut résulter d'un choc émotionnel intense, d'un déséquilibre chimique dans le cerveau, d'une maladie neurologique, ou encore d'une intoxication médicamenteuse. Elle illustre de manière spectaculaire comment l'esprit peut prendre le contrôle – ou bloquer – le corps.Comment traite-t-on la catatonie ?Heureusement, des traitements existent. Le plus souvent, on utilise des benzodiazépines, comme le lorazépam, qui peuvent agir rapidement. Dans les cas résistants, l'électroconvulsivothérapie (ou ECT, parfois appelée « électrochocs ») peut être extrêmement efficace, malgré sa réputation controversée. Le traitement de la cause sous-jacente — qu'elle soit psychiatrique ou médicale — est aussi essentiel. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

This podcast discusses teacher training and induction, offering practical advice for trainee and early career teachers (ECTs) and their mentors. Our expert panel explores the Department for Education's new Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework – due to come into effect in September 2025. The combined ITT-ECF sets out what trainee and ECTs need to know – and know how to do – at the start of their careers and the panel discuss what is in the new combined framework and how it might work in practice, including how the distinct ITT and ECF elements will work together and key elements such as SEND and inclusive practice. We also touch upon the eight standards within the framework and invite our guests to pick out some of the elements crucial to meeting these standards. We discuss the transition from being a trainee teacher to being an ECT, including how trainees can best be supported to progress from trainee to ECT and then to successfully complete their induction and become fully qualified. We offer advice on a number of specific issues, including how ECTs can manage their priorities and embed themselves into their new schools as well as advice for trainees when applying for their first teaching job, among other “top tips” for new teachers. Our panel also discusses mentorship – what skills do good ECT mentors need and what support should they be offering to new teachers? What should new teachers expect from their mentors?

Dette er del 2. Del 1 er episode 130, d. 12. februar 2025, så gå tilbage og hør den først, hvis du ikke har hørt den ❤️ Jeg snakker med Laura på 28 år, der er sendiagnosticeret med ADHD. Laura har været igennem meget, og det er en barsk episode, hvor vi snakker om både selvskade, bæltefiksering, ECT-behandlinger, den lukkede afdeling og priv-netværket.  I del 1 kan du bl.a. høre om: hvordan anoreksien startede, da Laura var ca. 13 år. en sundhedsplejerskes meget uheldige kommentarer. hvordan SUNDHED fyldte/fylder meget for Laura. Lauras oplevelser på børnepsyk. Vejning og kostplan. Lauras mor blev behandler og måtte tage orlov. Hvad gjorde det ved mor-datter-forholdet? hvad kunne være gjort anderledes? Laura bliver deprimeret og begynder at selvskade. overgangen fra børnepsyk til voksenpsyk. Laura har ikke tal på, hvor mange gange hun har været indlagt - måske op omkring 100 gange. hvor meget fylder kost og træning for Laura i dag? I del 2 kan du bl.a. høre om: Laura er på lukket afdeling i 15 måneder, da hun er 19 år. Det er den indlæggelse, der har givet flest traumer. man glemte at kigge på "hvorfor reagerer Laura, som hun gør?" Laura fortæller om, at hun har været bæltefikseret mere end 300 gange. Hun har fået omkring 100 ECT-behandlinger. vi snakker om selvskade: hvad handler det om? Hvorfor selvskader man?  Priv-netværket på Instagram og TikTok. Det bliver voldsommere og voldsommere. Laura kan se en frygtelig udvikling. Forældre ved ikke, hvad der foregår. vi snakker om ADHD og hvilken forskel det har gjort for Laura at få diagnosen. og sidst men ikke mindst: drømme og håb! - Mine hjemmesider: https://restenskalnydes.simplero.com/  https://www.skriveboblen.dk/shop/  Instagram: resten_skal_nydes  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mille.e.andersen/ og https://www.facebook.com/groups/527305391175683   

Send us a textA research article in CMAJ examines mortality risk among people hospitalized for hallucinogen use. The study found that individuals who required acute hospital care for hallucinogen-related issues had a nearly fivefold increase in mortality risk compared to the general population.Dr. Daniel Myran, a public health and preventive medicine physician, family physician, and researcher at the University of Ottawa, discusses the study's findings and why the growing perception of psychedelics as therapeutic may be influencing increased use. He explains how individuals hospitalized for hallucinogen-related issues often have additional risk factors, including other substance use and underlying health conditions, which may contribute to their elevated mortality risk.Dr. Ishrat Husain, a senior scientist and the scientific head of the clinical trials unit at CAMH in Toronto, explores the controlled medical use of hallucinogens in treatment-resistant depression. He outlines the intensive screening and psychological support involved in clinical trials and compares psilocybin therapy to other treatments such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and ketamine. While early evidence is promising, Husain cautions that psilocybin remains experimental and requires significant resources, raising questions about its future accessibility.The findings highlight the need for clear public health messaging and policy decisions that distinguish between medical and recreational use of hallucinogens.For more information from our sponsor, go to md.ca/tax. Join us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @DrmojolaomoleX (in English): @CMAJ X (en français): @JAMC FacebookInstagram: @CMAJ.ca The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Did Everyone Forget Ham Radio Is A Service?   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about VHF/UHF in the car, how we remind people that ham radio is a service and the Preparedness Executive Order.    Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.   Gigaparts Link (get 10% with code JOSH) - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=JOSH   The HRCC Coffee Club has arrived! https://hamtactical.coffee/shop   Ham Radio Minute: VHF/UHF in the car   Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Extra Exam HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3AVHGU1 -General: https://amzn.to/4ehQ5zz -Extra: https://amzn.to/4efCqJ2   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20   Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!   Show Topic: Back to Basics - Ham Radio Is a Service   Hog Wild in the Salted Ham Cellar.    Preparedness Corner - Preparedness Executive Order   https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/03/test/   https://www.floods.org/news-views/fema-news/executive-order-issued-on-state-and-local-preparedness/   https://www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/emergency-preparedness/white-house-orders-major-overhaul-in-disaster-preparedness-shifts-focus-to-state-and-local-governments/ Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    12v “laptop” https://amzn.to/4hASd6D HRCC Movie Club    Voted and suggested movies here - https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw   CJ's Nifty List of HRCC Movie Club movies here - https://letterboxd.com/roguefoam/list/ham-radio-crash-course-podcast-movie-club/   The 5th Wave 10/30 War of the Worlds (2005) 10.5/30 Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy 11/30 Maximum Overdrive 11/30  The Tomorrow War 11/30 On The Beach (1959) 12/30 The Postman 12/30 Soylent Green 12/30 World War Z 12/30 Waterworld 13/30 San Andreas 13/30 Airplane 14/30 The Day After (1983) 14/30 The Day After Tomorrow 14/30 Z is for Zachariah 14/30 Fall (2022) 14.5/30 Signs 15/30 Deep Impact 15/30  The Birds 15/30 Twisters (2024) 15/30  Armageddon 15.5/30 Sean of the Dead 16/30 Zombieland 16/30 The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30 Love and Monsters 17/30 Frequency 17/30 2012 17/30 Greenland 17/30 12 Monkeys 17.5/30  Threads 18/30 The Survivalist 18/30 Independence Day 18.5/30 Contact (1997) 19/30 The Towering Inferno 19/30 Don't Look Up 19.5/30 Twister  19.5/30 Dante's Peak 19.5/30 Tremors 20/30 The Road 21/30 The Quiet Place 21/30 Red Dawn (1984) 22/30 Wall-E 23/30 Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30 28 Days Later 24.5/30 Apollo 13 24.5/30 Contagion 25/30 I Am Legend 25/30 10 Cloverfield Lane 26.5/30 The Martian 27/30   On Hiatus Indefinitely    Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means a lot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

It's nearly impossible to think about Chloe's story without thinking about all the places where she navigated the worst of her anxiety and melancholic depression: the hospital where she was left parenting in a traumatised body after a retained placenta; the inner-city Sydney suburb where, shockingly, she could not access any maternity support services; her in-law's house on the other side of Sydney where she moved to create a village but could not sleep; and the local esplanade where she pushed the pram and fought against her suicidal ideation every day. That's not even mentioning the emergency department, the short-stay psychiatric emergency care unit, and eventually the mother-and-baby hospital (MBU) where she was admitted for two months, all of which were integral to her story. In each setting, Chloe not only faced unenviable symptoms, but she also had to confront her own unwillingness to ask for help, the lies depression made her believe, her own trauma around electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and the question many MBU mothers grapple with ‘when will it finally be my turn to go home?' This is Chloe's profound story, what she calls her real reckoning and dark night of the soul, that explores the realities of experiencing and recovering from an acute mental health episode in early motherhood. It's a story about losing and finding yourself again in the most unexpected of places, but above all, it's a story about finally coming home. Please note, this episode touches on suicide and suicidal ideation. Go gently.   EPISODE SPONSOR This episode of Perinatal Stories Australia is proudly sponsored by Mums Matter Psychology—because your mental health matters. Frances and her expert team of psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists are passionate about providing affordable, high-quality mental health care for pregnant women and parents with children up to 4 years old. Through Medicare bulk-billed therapy sessions—up to 20 at no cost to you—they make support accessible to everyone. If you're in Victoria, visit one of their welcoming clinic locations. Outside Victoria? Their nationwide Telehealth services bring care to your fingertips. Mums Matter Psychology also offers a range of online therapy groups and webinars, providing additional ways to access support and connect with others on a similar journey. Ready to take the next step? Visit mumsmatterpsychology.com to learn more and book your appointment today.   FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @perinatalstoriesaustralia for more maternal mental health stories, education, advocacy, and community. PLEASE leave a review or rating on your favourite apps or consider buying me a coffee (well, preferably a tea!) :) VISIT the website perinatalstoriesaustralia.com to share your story or to see more content from the podcast guests. MADE WITH LOVE by Rebecca (host, founder, storyteller) x

Lesley Logan sits down with Sam Mandel, co-founder of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles, to discuss the transformative potential of ketamine therapy for mental health. They debunk common misconceptions, explore its impact on PTSD, anxiety, and depression, and highlight how it empowers individuals to reshape their personal narratives.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe.In this episode you will learn about:What ketamine therapy is and how it differs from traditional treatments.How ketamine enhances neuroplasticity and helps reframe traumaThe science behind ketamine's impact on depression, anxiety, and PTSD.The difference between medical ketamine use and recreational misuse.What to expect during a ketamine therapy session.How ketamine therapy can help individuals reconnect with themselves and regain motivation.Episode References/Links:Ketamine Clinics LA Website - https://Ketamineclinics.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ketamineclinicslaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/KetamineClinicsLASam Mandel Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesammandelGuest Bio:Co-founder & CEO of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles (KCLA), Sam Mandel, is a tour-de-force of compassion and innovation in mental health care. From volunteering at a teen-to-teen suicide prevention hotline at twelve to pioneering one of the world's foremost Ketamine Infusion Therapy clinics in 2014 alongside his father, Dr. Steven L. Mandel, Sam has channeled his lifelong passion for healthcare advocacy into transforming lives for the better. Sam was featured in Entrepreneur's list of Top 10 Inspiring Healthcare Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2023 and acknowledged by MSN as an Entrepreneur Leading the Business Frontier in 2024. Numerous media outlets have interviewed Sam for his expertise in Ketamine Infusion Therapy, and he is a frequent speaker at medical conferences and events. Under his leadership, KCLA has provided over 30,000 infusions to over 6,000 patients with an 83% treatment success rate, establishing the field's gold standard treatment protocols and patient satisfaction. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox.DEALS! 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DEALS!Check out all our Preferred Vendors & Special Deals from Clair Sparrow, Sensate, Lyfefuel BeeKeeper's Naturals, Sauna Space, HigherDose, AG1 and ToeSoxBe in the know with all the workshops at OPCBe It Till You See It Podcast SurveyBe a part of Lesley's Pilates MentorshipFREE Ditching Busy Webinar Resources:Watch the Be It Till You See It podcast on YouTube!Lesley Logan websiteBe It Till You See It PodcastOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley LoganOnline Pilates Classes by Lesley Logan on YouTubeProfitable Pilates Follow Us on Social Media:InstagramThe Be It Till You See It Podcast YouTube channelFacebookLinkedInThe OPC YouTube Channel Episode Transcript:Sam Mandel 0:00  When you look at trauma, for example, ketamine is extremely helpful for depression and anxiety, but also for PTSD and a lot of people have some trauma that is at the root of one of those issues, and ketamine helps people to recraft the story around that trauma. Lesley Logan 0:16  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:59  Okay, Be It babe. This is going to be a different kind of episode, but in the best way. I have Sam Mandel, who is a founder of Ketamine Clinics in LA and I was really intrigued by what I know about ketamine from my friends' holistic doctors. And when he came up as someone I could interview, I was like, oh, we need to do this, because there is a lot of misinformation about ketamine and what ketamine can be used for, and I'm on a mission to help you be it till you see it. And I really want you to understand all the different ways that you can have support in feeling more like yourself and not letting things get in your way. And so that is why we're going to talk about ketamine today. And if you think you know what it is, I strongly encourage you to just stay and listen, because I thought I knew and I learned so much. And then on top of all of that, I really enjoy Sam's story of how he started these clinics and what he and his dad did. And so there's just a lot of beautiful information in this episode, and I can't wait for you to hear it. So here is Sam Mandel. Lesley Logan 2:00  All right, Be It babe. I am really excited. I can tell you for a fact, we've never talked about this on the Be It Pod. And only is it quite timely, I think it's actually extremely imperative that we have this discussion so we have Sam Mandel here on the show. We're gonna talk about ketamine and all things about it, ketamine therapy. Sam, can you tell everyone who you are and probably why you rock at ketamine therapy?Sam Mandel 2:25  Yes, yeah. Thank you so much for having me, Lesley. So, I am Sam Mandel. I'm the co-founder and CEO of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles. We're one of the first ketamine clinics in the country, established in 2014 and we specialize in IV infusions of ketamine for mental health, but we also offer several other innovative therapeutics for mental health. Lesley Logan 2:45  I love that mental health is something more people are talking about, and there's like more awareness around it, but also that there can be clinics that are working on different ways of helping, supporting mental health, including these infusions. For people who have heard about ketamine, and maybe not the positive ways, can we kind of, can we just dive in and ease their nerves about what we're talking about here?Sam Mandel 3:07  Let's do it. Some of your listeners are definitely like, ketamine what? And there's five different people saying that it's five different things, and all of them are correct. So that's one of the interesting things about ketamine. It is, first and foremost, an FDA-approved anesthetic for humans. It was FDA-approved in 1970. This is an old medicine. It's also commonly used in veterinary medicine. So a lot of people know of it as a horse tranquilizer or a cat tranquilizer. In some circles, it's more commonly known as that than as a drug for humans. But there's a lot of medications that we use for humans, that we also use in veterinary medicine. And it's also a drug of abuse, or something that people use recreationally or self-medicate with, depending on how you want to look at it, known as Special K. Same drug. It's used as an analgesic, as a pain reliever, in emergency room departments and crisis situations, trauma situations, when someone's in a terrible accident, they're in pain, they need sedation, or someone goes in and they need their shoulder reset, they commonly will use ketamine for conscious sedation. So it is a ubiquitous drug. It has a lot of different uses and applications, and one of its most recent, or probably its most recent, addition to that list of its identities, if you will, is as a mental health treatment. And in the last 25 years, there's been a growing body of clinical research proving ketamine to really be among the fastest, if not the fastest-acting, safest, most effective depression treatments available today.Lesley Logan 4:36  I mean, it's kind of amazing that it can be all these different things, also not, right? Like there's so many things, I feel like there's a lot of untapped medicines out there that we're already using, and we don't realize it could be done for other things. Can we talk about how it helps? Because I'll say my family's understanding of mental health treatment is when you sit on a couch and you talk to a therapist and you go weekly if you're depressed, you can take a pill that will kind of help with some hormonal imbalances. But that's not what this is. Sam Mandel 5:01  Yes, that is not what this is. And by the way, talk therapy is great. I go to therapy every week, you know, even when I'm in a good place and I don't necessarily feel like I have a lot to talk about, it's like going to the gym. I just go. I show up every week no matter what. And I think that's really good and healthy, especially if you have a therapist who you think cares about you and is invested in you, and you can just talk about, you know, life. And I'll tell you, sometimes when I go and I don't have anything bothering me or an agenda is when I do the most important work in those sessions, sometimes, so you just never know. But talk therapy is great, but it can only go so far. The conscious mind really gets in the way. Finding someone who cares is difficult the right credentialed person is expensive. A lot of the best people typically don't take insurance. It's not true for all of them. There's wonderful people out there who do, but a lot of the really good ones don't, and so it's a tough thing, but it has its limitations, like with anything. Ketamine and other psychedelic medicines, because ketamine, for all intended purposes, really is a psychedelic, and it's really the only legally available psychedelic in the United States, has the ability to really dissolve these barriers that get in our way. It helps people to get out of their own way and with exponential growth in ways that really are not possible and haven't been seen in any other treatment or modality. And the way it does that is really two primary mechanisms of action. The first is the neuro chemical effects and what's going on in the brain and how ketamine is impacting the brain and our neurochemistry in ways that really nothing else does. And the other is the experiential component, psychologically, what is going on during the experience or the trip that people have when they're receiving this medicine. And both of those are profound and really create lasting impact. On the neuro-chemical level, there's a neurotransmitter called glutamate. It's the most abundant neurotransmitter in the brain. It's present in 85% of the brain. All the other neurotransmitters combined comprise only 15% but for some reason, we've been disproportionately focused on them with mental health treatment. Those are the common ones you know of. Serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, you know, the most common class of antidepressant medications are SSRIs. Those are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and those are targeting serotonin. They're a tool. They help some people. They really don't help a lot of people, too, and the people they do help, they really cause a lot of negative side effects and weight gain, sexual dysfunction, dried mouth, blurred vision, even increased suicidality, and the list goes on and on, really terrible side effects that are really debilitating for a lot of people. Even when those side effects are not as debilitating, the quality of relief is typically not very good. So people will say, oh, well, I definitely am not as depressed, but I don't feel happy either. I'm just kind of existing. They have the spectrum of life and of the human experience narrowed, so the lows are not as low, but they're not really thriving either. Not a nice place to be. Is it better than being in bed all day? Absolutely. But that's not the goal. That's not my goal for my life. That's not my goal for other people's lives and for the patients who come to our clinic. We want people to really thrive. Ketamine has the ability to help people to truly thrive. It restores compassion for self and others. It is enhanced energy and motivation for most people. It's a genuine reconnection of self. One of the things that happens with this, with the glutamatergic system and other processes that are occurring in the brain with IV infusions of ketamine, is it causes and promotes neurogenesis, enhanced neuroplasticity, actual new pathways, new connections forming in the brain. This helps people to form new habits, new patterns, new ways of thinking and being that can be very, very positive by disrupting a lot of the automatic responses and reactions we have in our day to day life that get so deeply enmeshed in us that they become a part of our personality, and ketamine can kind of push the reset button on that so that we have the opportunity to consciously choose who we want to be and how we want to be, and helps us call into question the things that we've accepted as just that's the way that I am, or that's the way that it is, and that's not the case most of the time. You look at trauma, for example, ketamine is extremely helpful for depression and anxiety, but also for PTSD, and a lot of people have some trauma that is at the root of one of those issues, and ketamine helps people to recraft the story around that trauma. So what happened is fixed and can never change. The past is the past, but our stories about it can change at any given moment, who we are and who we were and the other people and our role in it, and their role in it, and what happened and what didn't happen, and ketamine provides this kind of objective clarity on that that can be extremely healing and transformational for people.Lesley Logan 9:50  Yeah, this is fascinating. What I've known about ketamine, and I have friends who, I have a holistic doctor friend who offers it as a treatment, and I've heard of these amazing effects that can happen, but I never understood on the brain level, like what's going on and why it's different than the antidepressants that people are on, and how it could, so if someone comes in, first of all, what are some of the reasons why they're coming in for treatment, and then what is the, what are the expectations? Are they coming in one time for an IV infusion? Is this a weekly thing? And how long can the effects last? Can it be forever? Do they have to keep coming back? Can I get the lowdown on that? Sam Mandel 10:25  Yeah, you're asking all the right questions. So what treatment looks like is typically a series of six infusions over two to three weeks after that process I just explained where people are cleared for treatment. They come in, we have them fill out some paperwork, do a brief physical exam, and they come back to a private room. We help them to become comfortable in a recliner with noise canceling headphones, a sleep mask, unlimited selection of relaxing music, pillows, blankets, and we start an IV, and then we infuse the ketamine for 50 to 55 minutes. And it's a slow, gradual, steady state of infusion. People are conscious and awake the entire time. There's a level of dissociation where we don't want them to go so far that they don't know what's happening, but we want them to go into it far enough that they can kind of have a little bit of that quieting of the noise and chatter in their minds, and get a little bit of that clarity that I was describing earlier, and this separation really from themselves in a healthy way to take a look at things that can be really therapeutic, and doing that inner work. We monitor them the whole time. We use hospital-grade monitoring equipment. So that's like pulse, oxygen, EKG, blood pressure, continuous monitoring. I mean, it's a very safe medicine when it's used responsibly in a clinical setting like Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles. We still do all the proper monitoring just to make sure that people are comfortable and safe. And yeah, it's, that's pretty much the, you know, summary of the experience.Lesley Logan 11:53  Yeah, no. Thank you for sharing that, because I think, I don't think anyone's ever explained that, and I'm trying to think about people listening. It's like, well, what does it look like, you know, because let's just talk about what, we have heard about ketamine in the news lately, and it will continue to be in the news as people are going on trial, like when we hear Matthew Perry pass away from not the best use of ketamine, I think people are like, well, then how do you, what does it look like? Am I doing this myself? And I love that you have a wonderful protocol that allows people to be safe and use it in the best way that gets them the best results. But can we talk about the dark sides of ketamine, and what are some signs that people might not be in the safest situations using ketamine?Sam Mandel 12:30  Yeah, well, I'll definitely answer that with your reference to Matthew Perry, which is obviously a really sad situation. He was taken advantage of by people he trusted. He was a addict. He had a really, he's really struggled with addiction. He was very public about that, and not with ketamine specifically, but with really any substance that he could get his hands on. And was in a lot of pain, obviously, and it's a terrible situation. I think it's really important that people understand, though, that that has nothing to do with ketamine therapy. And the media created a lot of confusion for people saying that he had had ketamine therapy a few weeks ago and but that wasn't really a part, a factor in his death. But by the way, he had that and, you know, saying that he died from the acute effects of ketamine, that's just it was really, really distorted. He took more than 10 times the dose of ketamine that we give in the clinic by himself, in combination with buprenorphine, which is essentially an opioid, and Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, which is another sedative. So he's combined three powerful sedatives, one of them in really absurd doses, by himself in a hot tub. And of course, what happens? He becomes incapacitated and he drowns. This is not, this is such a departure from what we do when we use ketamine in a therapeutic context. There's no correlation, but the way that it's been reported on, and what the average person hears is, oh, ketamine is a bad, dangerous drug, and that's it. That's the takeaway, and that's really a sad thing for people to to get from it. What they should get is that addiction is a serious illness. What they should get is taking lots of sedatives in combination is dangerous. Taking drugs unsupervised, alone in a hot tub is dangerous. These are the takeaways. There was even medical doctors involved in supplying it to him, but they were part of an illicit, underground, illegal drug ring. You know, this is not like mental health care, you know?Lesley Logan 14:25  I know. It's so sad because, well, first of all, the whole situation is sad. It's sad that someone was taken advantage of. It's sad that someone died from combining too many things, but also because they had doctors doing it, like all of that is sad, and, but, really, what I find, and one of the reasons I wanted to talk with you is, so this podcast is called Be It Till You See It, and one of the things that I am always on a search for is like, what can keep us from being it until we see it, what's holding us back in our life, or what can help us more? And the facts of what ketamine therapy that you do that is supervised, and you have pre-screened people to make sure that this is the right therapy for them, the benefits can actually change people's lives, like you said at the beginning, to choose what they want, and that allows them to step into the person that they want to be, like to me, this can be an amazing option for people who they know what they want, but they are just stuck, and they've got other things going on that with their mental health that the talk therapy hasn't helped with, or antidepressants haven't helped with. And so I really wanted to, like, clear the air and go, this can be an option for the right person.Sam Mandel 15:30  Absolutely and I'm really grateful for the opportunity to speak with you and for you creating a platform to have conversations like this, because people deserve to know the truth. And you know, you talk about talk therapy. I mean, a number of patients have literally said that was like 20 years of therapy in an hour. I mean, it really is that exponentially transformational. And it's not instead of therapy, but in addition to, right? When you can do a treatment like this and then work through the material and the learnings that come up for you with someone who understands mental health, who you trust, that's where a lot of even more growth can happen, and you can implement those learnings into your day to day life in the weeks to come. That process is usually referred to as integration, and it can look a lot of different ways, but then you have your experience. How do you integrate it into your life and actually make lasting change? Ketamine really does produce transformation for most people. In the almost 11 years that we've been doing this, we have done over 30,000 infusions. We have an 83% success rate, and we're typically not seeing people who are just wanting to have growth because they're stuck. We're seeing people who have treatment resistant depression, complex PTSD, severe anxiety, suicidality. I mean, there are definitely more moderate cases, but we see a lot of people have really just they've tried a lot, and some of them tried everything, and they haven't benefited. And this really works for them, because it works on under a completely different mechanism of action than the conventional treatments like antidepressant pills or even ECT or talk therapy, or really anything else out there. Lesley Logan 17:04  Yeah, when I think about PTSD, we obviously a lot of things about vets. People have been in the military, but there are people with PTSD who have had other traumas. It doesn't have to be that you've been to war. You could have been in a bad car accident, you could have been assaulted. Can you kind of explain and maybe it's redundant, but just how does ketamine help with PTSD, and then what does someone's life look like? What with one, do you have a case that a person who you can talk about, like, who had PTSD and like, what their life was like after the ketamine treatment? Sam Mandel 17:29  I'm glad you bring that up, because while a lot of us do think of military and war, there's actually many more cases of PTSD among the civilian population in the examples that you mentioned with violence, assault, accidents, etc. So it's super common, unfortunately. I believe there's around 16 million Americans suffering from PTSD who are at least diagnosed. There's many more, I'm sure, who are undiagnosed. And ketamine really does help with the neurochemistry in the brain and helping to rewire the brain, and it also really helps with the perception that we have of ourselves, of the event. People who have trauma are able to go back and revisit the trauma without being as emotionally triggered by it. And so sometimes, when I've talked about this with you know, friends, they say, yeah, you can revisit your trauma and work through it, and it's so great. And they're like, whoa, whoa, whoa. Why would I want to revisit my trauma? What are you talking about? I'm going to go and spend time and money to go there? No, thank you. I spent time and money avoiding my trauma, not going to visit it. But it isn't like that. You know? There's this ability to work through it without having the kind of pain of going there that is so often keeping people from addressing it head on in talk therapy and in life. We avoid, naturally, what's painful, but it isn't painful for most people in this context, they're able to have this detachment that is healthy in this way, to revisit it and to understand who we are, who we were, what our role was, what It was and etc, and to get clarity on that. And it can be really healing. It can really provide closure for a lot of people. And just with the whole cascade of different chemicals going on in the brain, it gives people generally a better mood and more positive outlook and demeanor, and enhanced feelings of compassion towards oneself and towards others and energy and motivation and just all around wellness, it's an elevator in that way which can just be really motivating for people to be able to do the things that most of us know we need to do and just struggle with in terms of our lifestyle, like fitness and eating healthy and sleeping well and talk therapy and having healthy relationships with people, getting outdoors and getting some sun and some fresh air, doing things we enjoy, all that stuff is absolutely critical for longevity, and for someone who's really severely depressed or anxious or dealing with real trauma, they can also feel like it's almost impossible to do a lot of those things. Lesley Logan 20:00  Yeah, yeah. You know, it's really interesting. If you're not someone who has PTSD, or you haven't had, like, severe depression, it can be hard to understand that it becomes all encompassing, you know? But if you think about it, like, when you've had an injury, you've been sick for a few days and you can't leave the bed, that's the the domino effect of what happens to your strength, and then what happens to your ability to, like, feel like you can reach out and that you can connect with people because you've been sick for a week. It's an easy way to see like, oh, if that's my life all the time, you know, it's not easy to go outside, and it doesn't feel easy to connect with people. And so it becomes part of their whole life. And so it's really cool to hear that with ketamine treatments over a couple of weeks that they could have a new lease on life and enjoy it. And I love that you brought up longevity, because I think we forget that how we treat our bodies now is what dictates how long will you get to have them? Hopefully, there won't be anything that stops us from living the life that we're supposed to but if you don't see like a lease on life there, what longevity do you have, you know, so it must be really amazing to get to do what you do every day. You really help so many people.Sam Mandel 21:01  I love it. It's the most gratifying thing ever, you know. When I tell people a lot of my job, the reality of what I do on a day to day basis, I have to do a lot of things I don't like to do, I don't want to do. I'm the CEO of my company. I get the worst, toughest problems that no one else can deal with. I get the fires to put out, the problems, the issues that got escalated to me, and all the weight and pressure and responsibility of it, and there's a lot of stuff, this is not fun, frankly, but I do it because of the, for the patients and for my team, and the work that we're doing, the impact that we're having. It's hugely motivating and gratifying. And when I see patient who I pass in the hallway in the clinic, and they just, can I just give you a hug, or I just want to say thank you so much, or we get a new Yelp review, and someone goes through and lists, you know, half my team by name and how amazing each one of them is, and how life-changing this has been for them. That's what gets me up in the morning, and that's what helps me to keep going every day. I just love it. The transformations are very abundant. And, you know, like I said, 83% it's not magic. It doesn't work for every person every time. It's not perfect, but it is a really incredible treatment.Lesley Logan 22:04  Yeah, yeah, I do understand that. I mean, my husband and I run our own businesses, and sometimes you can forget what you do while you're doing it, because you're doing all the fires, yeah? But then you do get stopped by someone who's been helped by it, or their life has changed, and you're like, oh, that's why I do this. Obviously, you know, it's been a journey to get to do this. Can you take us back how you figured out how to create a space where people could have ketamine therapy? You know, you are the first in the country. So, like, there wasn't really a model to go off of. So I feel like there's a be it till you see it story in there.Sam Mandel 22:36  Oh yeah. Started with me building the website with GoDaddy website builder, drag and drop modules, not knowing a lick of code, never built a website or anything of the sort, not even the most tech savvy guy, and literally just dragging and dropping and, you know, doing research on articles and clinical research, and conferring with my father, who I co-founded the practice with. He's a physician, and I'm talking about, what do you think about this? I'm just trying to make sense of it all in a way that I could understand it well enough to then be able to put it into layman's terms and explain it to other people. What is this? How does it work? And just putting it together, and then going to Radio Shack and getting a motorLesley Logan 23:17  That's how long ago this is because I don't even think they're around anymore.Sam Mandel 23:20  They're not, They went bankrupt. Lesley Logan 23:22  Was it the Radio Shack on Santa Monica Boulevard underneath the yoga place? Because that was my favorite. Sam Mandel 23:27  It was the Radio Shack in Marina Del Rey by the CVS and little strip mall off of Max Stella or something. Anyways, I got a Motorola flip phone prepaid, and I said to my father, you ready to launch the site? We're going to make it live. And made it live, and started taking calls on this cell phone. We were renting space in another doctor's office that was literally this closet. No kidding, they used it as a utility closet before we rented it, and once we moved out and got our own space. They went back to just keeping boxes in there. That's how tiny this room was, no kidding, and it was just really a trip. We had a operating room, recovery area, recovery room for an OR right outside of that little closet that we were in, which, by the way, we were sitting at literally just two folding chairs, a folding table with two laptops, and that was it, no kidding. And we use this recovery area to see patients. And we saw our first few patients, and their transformations were so incredible. We went, this is just too special. We have to do whatever it takes to do more of this. And my father was working as an anesthesiologist. He also has a master's degree in psychology. He was chief of anesthesia in this plastic surgery suite where we were. And so it started out with, well, he's already there, doing anesthesia for the surgery. Maybe we see a couple patients here or there, see how it goes. And next thing we knew, we just started getting busier and busier. The word got out. This was such a radical thing that a lot of people were very incredulous, very suspicious. A lot of people were very critical, but we were like, it doesn't matter. I mean, this is just too special. And it got to the point where my father had to choose between doing our cases or doing ketamine infusions for patients. And I, I remember that quite vividly, where I said, it's really gotta pick. We can't continue to do both. And it was a big risk, you know, it was a really big risk. So I have a lot of respect, you know, for him, for that and that we both just said, let's be all in on this. And, you know, we bootstrapped it. We put everything on credit cards. We had no investors, no financing, no loans, nothing. It's just a little bit of cash, credit cards. And really, just brick by brick, built it up, and now we have 15 employees, 5000 square feet, a really beautiful purpose-built office. I still have, well after the falling table, I had a custom desk built because of maximizing every inch of that space. So I had, there was a little nook between two pillars in that room, under a window, where they made this skinny little desk that was probably literally eight inches wide by three and a half feet long or something. Just stick it in this little nook so I could sit at a proper desk, and I still have that here in our suite now, and so that's kind of fun, but, yeah, it's just truly been an incredible journey.Lesley Logan 26:12  I thank you for taking this back, because we do have a lot of people who are entrepreneurs, and I think that they need to hear that like even a ketamine clinic, the first of its kind, starts in a utility closet. You know, people don't realize, because if you, one, you have to know if people want the thing. You knew it was great. You knew it could be amazing. But you have to get people to buy in, and especially on something that long ago, where people might not know all the amazing things that it can do. And even today, now, even with a beautiful space that can attract people in and make them feel super safe, doing something that changes lives, but also going up against where misconceptions, misinterpretations, and also the people who are misusing it can affect the majority getting the help that they need. I love hearing the stories of how things come to be. And also that is pretty amazing that your dad was like, yeah, I'm gonna quit my safe job. There's always gonna be surgeries, you know. So that's so, so, so cool, and it's really amazing. Is there anything about ketamine therapy that I haven't asked you, that you want to make sure people know? Is there anything else that we can help people understand why this would be something they might need to use, or might use so that they can have the life they want to have?Sam Mandel 27:19  Yeah, I do want to mention, you know, I was talking about how, you know, Matthew Perry was misusing it, and how different that situation is from what we do. And ketamine is still something that people do use recreationally or abuse or misuse. It's not as common, I think, as sometimes it's portrayed, but it definitely can happen, but it's also not in the same category as most other substances, because ketamine is not addictive in the way that most others are. And what I mean by that is you don't develop a physical dependence on it if, for example, like nicotine or opioids or alcohol or benzodiazepines, all you can get to the point where you actually need it to not feel sick. I mean, you have physical symptoms of feeling like nausea, headaches, wanting to throw up. Even with benzos, you can actually, if you abruptly stop taking high doses, you can literally have seizures and die. And you know, you can have symptoms from abrupt cessation of alcohol if you're a heavy alcoholic. That doesn't happen with ketamine. So some people can use it in the way that they're using it as a means to escape, but that's not really that different as far as the psychological dependence in the way that someone can use ice cream or chocolate or, you know, sour candies or sex or any of these other video games as a means of escape or avoiding or to self-soothe. So I think it's important that people understand that. It also has a very, very high therapeutic index. There's actually no known lethal dose of ketamine, so you can obviously be in a bad, unsafe environment, where, if you take a bunch and get into a car, that's not a not such a great outcome for you, or in a jacuzzi, but the medicine itself is unlikely to hurt you on its own. Most of the issues are people in bad situations, or they're combining it with other drugs. Virtually, almost all of the fatalities that are related to ketamine were one of those two, either in combination with other drugs and or in a situation like behind the wheel of a car. So I just want people to know that it's not to say that there aren't people who have an issue with misusing ketamine, because there are, but it really is distinct from most other substances that people are misusing or abusing.Lesley Logan 29:20  Thank you for saying that, because I do think, as a child of the night, you know, I grew up in the 80s, so it's, like, always just say no to drugs. Sam Mandel 29:25  The cocaine epidemic. Lesley Logan 29:28  Yeah, so I know they really that didn't really help them, did it? But, like, they thought it would. But I, like, grew up, so it's really funny when I have friends who, like, talk about doing some sort, some psychedelics, or do I have this innate like, I don't, I don't know, I don't know if I could do that. I'm afraid to try. I'm like, I'll be addicted on the first dose. Sam Mandel 29:45  Right, right, right. Lesley Logan 29:47  This is my fear, which is why I drink, right? That's what people do. And so they said no to drugs, but then they drink. But I really appreciate because it's nice to know that if I were to do a ketamine therapy, I'm not going to be dependent on coming to ketamine therapy every single week or I'll be using it at home, like, it's nice to know that it's a non-addictive thing that people can use to get the benefits. And I think that can make a lot of people feel more comfortable, you know. Sam Mandel 30:08  Yeah, because people are afraid of that, they think, God, well, if I go and do this, even if it's in a therapeutic way, am I going to become a ketamine addict? You know? I'm going to go and then be looking to score some on the street the next day. It's really a sad perception that some people might have due to the media or for whatever reason or they know somebody who misuse ketamine or the DARE program, like you said, or the 80s. A lot of baloney. Lesley Logan 30:28  Oh, and by the way, the DARE program was a lot of baloney. I just heard a whole podcast about it, and I was like, ah. So, but it, but it does put in people's minds, and also good for good reason. Like, I don't want people going out there doing other drugs we do know our addictive and like, hoping that they are fine out there the first time, but I am on this mission of helping people figure out how to get out of their own way and live their best life, and sometimes our own way are things that are really outside of our control, the PTSD, the depressions, the mental health, the suicide like I think it's important that people have access to forms of therapy out there that they may not know about or they may have misconceptions. Because we do know that the media does like to click bait things into headlines that get people to look at them, but don't actually give all the information. So I'm just so grateful that you were here to just really explain all this and the benefits of it.Sam Mandel 31:22  Absolutely, yeah, no, I appreciate the opportunity. Yeah, there are drugs that you can do once or twice and develop a real serious problem with pretty fast, methamphetamine, probably not one that you need to ever try. You know, if you're curious about trying drugs, I'd say take that one off the list. Heroin, probably not a good idea. Pretty easy to die, pretty easy to get addicted to that one, right? Opioids, crack, cocaine. These are some that maybe you don't need to, you don't need to check out, but maybe there's some others that if you really want to with the right mindset in the right context, if you're going to be safe or responsible, maybe you'd be okay with. And by the way, I'm not advocating for you to go do illicit drugs illegally either. But there are some that you can have, even in a controlled environment, such as ours, where you don't need to be afraid of them. I'll tell you what are the most dangerous, though, is the prescription legitimate drugs. As a matter of fact, prescriptions are more commonly abused than any of the other illicit drugs. You look at your stimulants like Adderall, your benzodiazepines, like Xanax, opioids, I mean, these are drugs that are a lot of people are really hooked on and that are killing a lot of people, especially the opioids, but because they're from big pharma, they're not all that bad. I mean, people are finally starting to scrutinize the opioids, but the others are still kind of under the radar, and they're really widely abused, but the focus is on the big, bad, illegal ones. Lesley Logan 32:39  I know of a client who's a social worker, and she used to work in a hospital, and we're talking about pain meds, and she's like Lesley, I watched a 14 year old kid come in super healthy, just had a broken arm. They had to have surgery, but within the three days they were there, they were extra tapping the pain meds. And she's like, we create addicts with these pharmaceutical drugs quickly, but we don't think of it like that, because they had a prescription written. And so it's important for us to educate ourselves, to be informed and to be able to advocate for ourselves or advocate for others when we have this information we can. So, thank you so much. I'm not gonna let you go. We actually are gonna take a brief break, and then we're gonna find out Be It Action Items from you. Lesley Logan 33:19  All right, Sam, where can people find you, follow you, connect with you. If they want to know more about ketamine therapies, if they want to come to your clinics, how can they connect with you best?Sam Mandel 33:28  Yeah, so ketamineclinics.com. That's K-E-T-A-M-I-N-E-C-L-I-N-I-C-S dot com. Lots of great information on there. People are more than welcome to call us, 310-270-0625. Consultations are free. We're always happy to chat see how we can help you. We do offer other treatments we really didn't talk about today, TMS, General Psychiatry, medication management, we take 12 of the biggest insurance networks in California, including Medicare, so there's a lot more that we can cover with you. Whether or not ketamine is the right fit if you are dealing with a mental health condition, I would encourage you to call and see if there's anything we can do to help. And we're on social it's ketamineclinicsLA on all socials and my personal is theSamMandel on all socials. And just really happy to connect with people and hear their stories, answer questions and help in any way that we can. Lesley Logan 34:23  I love it. Thank you. And that's also so cool, because we mentioned, like, it can be really hard to find a therapist these days because they don't always take insurance. So to hear that you do. It's really nice. Okay, we always ask people bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted steps they can take to be it till they see it. What do you have for us?Sam Mandel 34:41  Oh, I wasn't ready for that one. I would say action. Take action. Just do it. Take Nike slogan. I mean, honestly, planning and strategizing is important, and thinking things through and figuring out who you are. What you want, what you like, what you don't like, putting together a plan matters. But I think most of us, or almost all of us, spend too much time on that, and there's just too many unknowns and too many things that you really can't solve for until you're in it and doing it, and it's too easy to let perfectionism keep us from taking the steps that we need to take to get done what we want, become, who we want to be, and who what our potential is. And I personally struggle with this too. So I say that from, you know, my own experience, and I really strive, and I want to encourage other people to really strive, to just get out there and do it, and you're going to make mistakes, and that's okay, but it's really the only way to succeed in life. You have to be on the fields, on the court, in it, and behind the scenes, thinking, planning, strategizing is only going to get you so far.Lesley Logan 35:58  Yeah, yeah. Oh, thank you for that. And also, I can tell you, practice what you just preached, because it's true. You started with a utility closet and some folding chairs and a Motorola phone, I mean. But also, you're correct. People do spend too much time in the planning, or they're waiting for it to be perfect, or they're waiting for the perfect decoration, and then they have the perfect branding and all the things. And if you guys had done that, you wouldn't have been able to help the thousands of people that you have today. So thank you so much, Sam for being here, for educating us, for informing us. Lesley Logan 36:29  And, you guys, how are you gonna use these tips in your life? Please share this episode with a friend as you hear conversations come up about the misuse of ketamine, and now you know you could share this with them to educate them, and also, if you have friends and family or yourself who needs this, please contact Sam and his team, because there's help out there for you. Until next time, Be It Till You See It.Lesley Logan 36:50  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. 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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) often conjures extreme images — either as a medieval torture method or a miraculous cure. But what's the reality? Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, and Dr. Nicole Washington, a board certified psychiatrist, dive deep into the facts, debunking myths and exploring the nuances of ECT as a treatment for bipolar disorder. In this episode, they discuss the effectiveness of ECT, why it's not a first-line treatment, and the barriers patients face, from logistical challenges to fears about memory loss. With candid insights and personal reflections, they tackle tough questions: Is ECT worth it? What are the real risks? How does it compare to medication? Whether you're curious, skeptical, or considering ECT for yourself or a loved one, this episode offers a grounded perspective on a complex, life-changing therapy. Don't miss this enlightening and thought-provoking discussion.   Cold Open Transcript: Gabe: Controversy aside, I don't understand how zapping somebody's brain makes them better. It just doesn't make any sense. Are electrical currents magic? Do they have some sort of medicinal capabilities? Dr. Nicole: No, [Laughter]. Well, no. Gabe, electro-currents are not magical. But the seizure that they induce is what can be valuable to the person with the disorder. Gabe: So the electrical shock stimulates the seizure. And the… Dr. Nicole: Yes. Gabe: Seizure is where the treatment comes in Dr. Nicole: The seizure is the treatment. The shock is just how we get there. To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, or book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. You can also follow him on Instagram and TikTok at @askabipolar. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Washington has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ECT, de grootste containerterminal van Rotterdam, krijgt nieuwe eigenaren. En dat is goed nieuws, zo klinkt het onder experts na een rondvraag van het FD. De nieuwe aandeelhouder, een consortium met de Amerikaanse vermogensbeheerder BlackRock, heeft namelijk diepe zakken. Redacteur Eva Selderbeek vertelt wat dat kan betekenen voor de Rotterdamse haven. Lees: Containerterminal ECT krijgt Amerikaanse eigenaar met diepe zakken Voor het vijfde jaar op rij maakte de NS verlies. Het aantal reizigers is nog altijd niet op het niveau van voor corona, al gaat het wel iets beter dan voorgaande jaren. Kostenbesparingen en structurele bijdrage van de overheid moeten het bedrijf helpen uit de schulden te komen. Maar ook nieuwe prijsverhogingen voor reizigers zijn niet uitgesloten, vertelt spoorredacteur Martijn Pols. Lees: Treinreiziger gaat aanhoudende verliezen NS nu ook merken Het was lang tijd onbespreekbaar: het aanpassen van de Duitse Schuldenbremse. Maar nu gaat die toch op de schop. De Duitse centrale bank wil de rem op schulden hervormen om meer geld vrij te maken voor infrastructuur en defensie. Dinsdag bereikten de nieuwe Duitse coalitiepartijen een akkoord over een hervorming. Met Duitsland correspondent Han Dirk Hekking bespreken we hoe dat hervormingsplan eruit gaat zien. Lees: Bundesbank bepleit forse versoepeling Schuldenbremse Luister hier de podcastreeks 'De fiscalist van de sterren'. Regie: Anna de Haas en Floyd Bonder Presentatie: Anna de Haas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join Dr. Andy Cutler as he talks with Dr. Descartes Li about the facts and fiction of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). They discuss the efficacy and potential side effects of ECT, as well as the importance of educating patients and clinicians on ECT in order to overcome stigma associated with this life-saving treatment.   Descartes Li, MD is a psychiatrist who specializes in caring for patients with bipolar disorder and patients receiving electroconvulsive therapy. He directs the UCSF Bipolar Disorders Program and the UCSF Electroconvulsive Therapy Program. Dr. Li's research interests include bipolar disorder, electroconvulsive therapy and medical education.    Resources  University of California, San Francisco ECT FAQ    Save $100 on registration for 2025 NEI Spring Congress with code NEIPOD25  Register today at nei.global/spcongress25f    Never miss an episode!

I am back at it!! Jingle Bell Jingle Bell 5-0 on the Way--A Hood Jingle Bell Rewrite Aint nobody dashing through the snow Definitely in no open nothing Because we are not getting our hair wet or crushed with a beanie Over what hills we going? Aint nobody laughing Bahhaha Those aint  bells but sirens ringing Everybody tensing Making spirits tight Put your hands in the 10 and 2 Case B Fyfe  gon' fire anyway….   Ohh Girl those are sirens, those are sirens pull over right away 5-0 noticed too many of us In this low rider any way, hey those are sirens those are sirens 5-0 on the way Put your hands in the 10 and 2 Case B Fyfe gon' fire anyway….   Contrary to Kanye belief, that slavery is a state of mind, his rant was on the line of maybe a little antipsychotic or ECT would set him right, but in Parable of the Sower, Octavia Butler was making parallels to debtors prison, work houses of 18th and 19th century, sharecropping and the loss of free and agency in modern day. I set my intentions to be present and to be deliberate in the New Year! Contact Us on: Blue Sky: @tvfoodwinegirl.bsky.social Threads: www.threads.net/@tnfroisreading Instagram: @tnfroisreading YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FeliciaBaxter_TNFroIsReading Facebook: TNFroIsReading Bookclub   You know your girl is on her hustle, support the show by navigating to: Dale's Angel's Store...For Merch Promo Code: tnfro Writer's Block Coffee Ship A Bag of Dicks Promo Code: tnfrogotjokes Don't forget to drop me a line at tnfroisreading@gmail.com comments on the show or suggestions for Far From Beale St additions.  

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Antennas Are Everything   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about the sad state of radio scanning, antennas being everything, EOPs for schools and Z is for Zachariah the movie.   Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.   Gigaparts Link (get 10% with code JOSH) - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=JOSH   The HRCC Coffee Club has arrived! https://hamtactical.coffee/shop   Ham Radio Minute: Scanning is in a sad state of affairs   Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Extra Exam HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3AVHGU1 -General: https://amzn.to/4ehQ5zz -Extra: https://amzn.to/4efCqJ2   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20   Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!   Show Topic: Antennas are Everything   Hog Wild in the Salted Ham Cellar.    Preparedness Corner - School Emergency Operations Planning https://www.azauditor.gov/sites/default/files/2024-12/24-212_Report_0.pdf HRCC Movie Club    Vote and suggest movies here - https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw   CJ's Nifty List of HRCC Movie Club movies here - https://letterboxd.com/roguefoam/list/ham-radio-crash-course-podcast-movie-club/   Z is for Zachariah    Likelihood of disaster: 4/5  Preparedness: 4/5 Realistic: 1/5 Characters: 2/5 Plot: 2/5 Entertainment: 1/5  Overall: 14/30   War of the Worlds (2005) 10.5/30 Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy 11/30 Maximum Overdrive 11/30  The Tomorrow War 11/30 On The Beach (1959) 12/30 The Postman 12/30 Soylent Green 12/30 World War Z 12/30 San Andreas 13/30 Airplane 14/30 The Day After (1983) 14/30 The Day After Tomorrow 14/30 Z is for Zachariah 14/30 Fall (2022) 14.5/30 Deep Impact 15/30  The Birds 15/30 Twisters (2024) 15/30  Armageddon 15.5/30 Sean of the Dead 16/30 Zombieland 16/30 The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30 Love and Monsters 17/30 Frequency 17/30 2012 17/30 Greenland 17/30 12 Monkeys 17.5/30  Threads 18/30 Independence Day 18.5/30 Contact (1997) 19/30 The Towering Inferno 19/30 Don't Look Up 19.5/30 Twister  19.5/30 Tremors 20/30 The Road 21/30 The Quiet Place 21/30 Red Dawn (1984) 22/30 Wall-E 23/30 Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30 28 Days Later 24.5/30 I Am Legend 25/30 10 Cloverfield Lane 26.5/30   The next movie is Dante's Peak (1997).    Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Car Puke Bags - https://amzn.to/3ZAsUuy   Douglas V's Ham Shack Update - https://youtu.be/hKNCtliDdiM?si=IoBxnlfjNS-Vq1Oz   Chris's Chart for Studying General - https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/userpix/1060_ohms_power_1.jpg Signals Museum - https://signals-museum.org/   Signals Museum Ham Radio Club - https://sites.google.com/view/k4mie/rigs Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means a lot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Madison Blagden, known on trail as Peg Leg. Peg Leg is a thru-hiking powerhouse and a Trek blogging all-star. Over the past 1.5 years, Madison has logged 8,600 miles while cranking out nearly 300 blogs, documenting almost every single day of her journeys on the Eastern Continental Trail and the CDT. Peg Leg dives deep into her epic ECT adventure, including how she became just the second woman to complete the entire trail. We get into the nitty-gritty of the International AT, dealing with creepy fellas in Florida, and the time she drank booze through her hiking sock. Madison also gives us the lowdown on her CDT hike this year, sharing a terrifying story of a near-death flash flood experience, what it's like to be recognized on trail so often, and her big hiking plans for 2025. We wrap the show with a fuck marry kills of oceans rivers and lakes, the triple crown of genie wishes, and we're blessed with a wonderful listener poop story. Gossamer Gear: Use code “SNUGGLEBUG” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  Holiday Book Bundle: Get Badger & Chaunce's signed book package here. [divider] Interview with Madison “Peg Leg” Blagden Peg Leg's Trek Profile Peg Leg's Instagram Peg Leg's Youtube Time stamps & Questions 00:04:00 - Reminders: Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and apply to be a 2025 blogger! 00:09:00 - Introducing Peg Leg 00:09:50 - How many blog posts have you written for the Trek? 00:10:51 - What's your process for blogging? 00:15:15 - What's your preference between writing and videos? 00:16:00 - How did you end up on the PCT in 2017? 00:18:50 - What were some of your first time backpacking mistakes? 00:21:05 - Was it hard to get off in the middle of the trail? 00:23:20 - Discussion about going through the Sierra in 2017 00:25:30 - Tell us about doing the PCT in 2022 00:28:40 - How long did your IT band issue persist? 00:30:20 - How did your gear evolve from 2017 to 2022? 00:33:12 - Tell us about your initial hiking vision for 2023 00:36:00 - What were your first impressions of hiking in the east? 00:37:30 - Was it hard to incorporate blogging into your day during the hike? 00:41:00 - What stands out to you from your AT hike? 00:44:00 - Tell us about getting norovirus 00:46:02 - Discussion about trail magic 00:47:50 - What does it mean to be on time for the hunting season? 00:49:27 - How did you decide to do the international portion? 00:50:55 - How did you go from Katahdin to the Canadian border? 00:52:28 - Was it hard to go from hiking with people to hiking alone? 00:54:00 - Is there a FarOut map for the IAT? 00:56:00 - What were the towns like? 00:57:50 - You saw a hiker with a cat? 00:59:15 - You saw a Canadian lynx? 01:01:00 - Tell us about seeing a caribou 01:05:00 - Discussion about using ropes 01:06:35 - Reindeer facts 01:08:13 - Did you hike the IAT with a partner? 01:09:40 - What was your week off like in Canada? 01:11:16 - What's your go to town meal? 01:12:45 - Tell us about the island hopping portion of the IAT 01:14:30 - How did the vibe of your hike change once you joined with more people? 01:17:00 - When did you decide to go back to do the Florida portion? 01:18:45 - Discussion about Peg Leg's injury 01:19:50 - How long was the Canadian portion of the IAT and how long did it take you? 01:21:35 - When did you start the Pinhoti and when did you get to Key West? 01:24:30 - Discussion about road walking through Alabama 01:25:30 - Did you adjust to the road walking okay? 01:27:20 - Tell us about reaching the Florida Trail 01:29:00 - Tell us about being followed on the trail 01:40:50 - Is being trail famous a net positive or a net negative? 01:41:26 - What would you want to relay to any fans of yours? 01:46:20 - Do you have any advice for people who want to do their hike publicly? 01:48:24 - Tell us about falling in deep water on the Florida Trail 01:52:00 - How do you know if something is in the water or not? 01:55:45 - What should you do if you get attacked by an alligator? 01:58:50 - Did you see any scary animals? 02:00:28 - What was it like to finish in Key West? 02:01:48 - Tell us about doing a sock-ey at the end of your hike 02:04:02 - How did you feel at the end, and had you already planned to hike the CDT? 02:07:57 - Did anybody recognize you while you were off trail? 02:08:19 - How did you decide to go southbound on the CDT and find your group? 02:09:45 - Tell us about the beginning of the CDT 02:11:25 - What are your standout stories from the CDT? 02:12:30 - Tell us about your dicey moment in the Winds? 02:16:04 - How did your group fluctuate over the trail? 02:18:19 - Tell us about your flash flood moment on the CDT 02:25:55 - Was that the scariest moment of your thru-hiking career? 02:26:50 - Was the end of the CDT anticlimatic? 02:27:34 - What's next for you? 02:30:12 - Are you excited about your future plans or nervous? 02:31:27 - Kumo Question: What is your favorite movie soundtrack? 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Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Ham Radio Cheating   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about remote ham radio, ham radio cheating, emergency preparedness gifts for older loved ones and 24 Days Later the movie Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.   Gigaparts Link (get 10% with code JOSH) - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=JOSH   The HRCC Coffee Club has arrived! https://hamtactical.coffee/shop   Ham Radio Minute: Remote Ham Radio   Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Extra Exam HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3AVHGU1 -General: https://amzn.to/4ehQ5zz -Extra: https://amzn.to/4efCqJ2   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20   Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!   Show Topic: Ham Radio Cheating   Hog Wild in the Salted Ham Cellar.    Preparedness Corner - Emergency Preparedness gifts for older loved ones https://www.huffpost.com/entry/emergency-supplies-older-adults-seniors-ud_l_674f6f1fe4b07209ad74252a HRCC Movie Club    Vote and suggest movies here - https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw   CJ's Nifty List of HRCC Movie Club movies here - https://letterboxd.com/roguefoam/list/ham-radio-crash-course-podcast-movie-club/   28 Days Later   Likelihood of disaster: 3.5/5  Preparedness: 4/5 Realistic: 4/5 Characters: 5/5 Plot: 4/5 Entertainment: 4/5  Overall: 24.5/30   War of the Worlds (2005) 10.5/30 Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy 11/30 Maximum Overdrive 11/30  The Tomorrow War 11/30 On The Beach (1959) 12/30 The Postman 12/30 Soylent Green 12/30 World War Z 12/30 San Andreas 13/30 Airplane 14/30 The Day After (1983) 14/30 The Day After Tomorrow Ranked: 14/30 Fall (2022) 14.5/30 Deep Impact 15/30  The Birds 15/30 Twisters (2024): 15/30  Armageddon: 15.5/30 Sean of the Dead 16/30 Zombieland 16/30 The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30 Love and Monsters 17/30 Frequency 17/30 2012 17/30 Greenland 17/30 12 Monkeys 17.5/30  Threads 18/30 Independence Day 18.5/30 Contact (1997) 19/30 The Towering Inferno 19/30 Don't Look Up 19.5/30 Twister  19.5/30 Tremors 20/30 The Road 21/30 The Quiet Place 21/30 Red Dawn (1984) 22/30 Wall-E 23/30 Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30 28 Days Later 24.5/30 I Am Legend 25/30 10 Cloverfield Lane Ranked: 26.5/30   The next movie is Z is for Zachariah.    Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Survivalist Pete Ham Radio Kid's Book - https://amzn.to/3DgbhIE   Gigaparts - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=JOSH   Messi & Paoloni cable - https://messi.it/en/home.htm Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means a lot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

I'm so excited to welcome Ross Mitchell, the Vice President of Global Marketing at BrainsWay, to the show today! Ross is leading the charge in healthcare marketing, especially in mental health, where he's helping to spread the word about innovative treatments that make a real difference in people's lives. Ross has been working with Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or Deep TMS, a groundbreaking therapy that's changing how we approach conditions like depression, OCD, and smoking addiction. With his experience from leadership roles at companies like Medtronic and Clorox Healthcare, Ross combines deep industry knowledge with a strong, patient-focused approach. At BrainsWay, he's guiding a mission to open up new avenues in mental health and recovery. In this episode, we'll dive into the benefits of Deep TMS, BrainsWay's mission, and how this therapy is bringing new hope and wellness to so many. Ross will break down the science and impact of this non-invasive outpatient treatment, which uses targeted electromagnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain. We'll explore everything from who might benefit most to the incredible outcomes patients are seeing in just a few weeks. [03:51] We met about a month ago at the BrainsWay conference. We've seen amazing results with TMS. [04:38] Ross has been with BrainsWay for about 7 years. At first, no one really knew about TMS. Now most psychiatrists are very familiar with it. [05:48] Ross is well aware that mental health and addiction is a huge issue. [06:04] Deep TMS stands for deep transcranial magnetic stimulation. It's a non-invasive outpatient procedure which uses an electromagnetic coil embedded in a helmet. It generates electromagnetic pulses that target specific areas of the brain. [07:01] They are FDA cleared to treat depression, OCD, and smoking addiction. [08:01] TMS is usually used along with other modalities. [09:39] The electromagnetic coil targets areas of the brain that aren't functioning the way we would expect. [10:45] The bread and butter of TMS is treating depression. [12:26] They've seen phenomenal results using this technique. [13:14] We learn about the ideal candidate for TMS. [14:11] Ross explains the outpatient procedure for TMS. The Dropout rates are remarkably low. [16:27] The standard treatment is 20 minutes, but there are new modalities coming out like the theta verse.  [18:53] We are still discovering things about TMS, but we do know that the more sessions you do the more people continue to improve. [20:59] The stimulation for depression also helps improve anxiety problems. [22:37] Having therapy after TMS can be helpful. [24:50] A lot of people start to see meaningful benefits within two weeks. [28:27] BrainsWay is based in Israel, but most of their operations are in the US. Their mission is to focus on mental health and improve the lives of patients. [33:29] There's a lot of misinformation about TMS. Your risk of seizure is low and it's not ECT. TMS is very safe. Links mentioned in this episode: Camelback Recovery I Love Being Sober YouTube BrainsWay Knowledge Center Ross Mitchell BrainsWay Find a Provider Ross Mitchell LinkedIn

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): All or One Ham Bands?   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about having a ham radio pamphlet, one band or all the band radios, nuke maps and World War Z the movie.    Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.   Gigaparts Link (get 10% with code JOSH) - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=JOSH   The HRCC Coffee Club has arrived! https://hamtactical.coffee/shop   Ham Radio Minute: Have a Ham Radio Pamphlet    Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Sub element 5 HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3AVHGU1 -General: https://amzn.to/4ehQ5zz -Extra: https://amzn.to/4efCqJ2   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20     Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it! No CW Lounge because Leah is studying for her General. We left off at K, M, R, S, U, A, P, T and L.     Show Topic: One band or all the bands?   Hog Wild in the Salted Ham Cellar.    Preparedness Corner - Nuke Maps  https://nuclearsecrecy.com/nukemap/ HRCC Movie Club    Vote and suggest movies here - https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw   CJ's Nifty List of HRCC Movie Club movies here - https://letterboxd.com/roguefoam/list/ham-radio-crash-course-podcast-movie-club/ World War Z Likelihood of disaster: 1/5  Preparedness: 1/5 Realistic: 2/5 Characters: 2/5 Plot: 3/5 Entertainment: 3/5  Overall: 12/30   War of the Worlds (2005) 10.5/30   Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy 11/30   Maximum Overdrive 11/30    The Tomorrow War 11/30   On The Beach (1959) 12/30   The Postman 12/30   Soylent Green 12/30   World War Z 12/30   San Andreas 13/30   Airplane 14/30   The Day After (1983) 14/30   The Day After Tomorrow Ranked: 14/30   Fall (2022) 14.5/30   Deep Impact 15/30    The Birds 15/30   Twisters (2024): 15/30    Sean of the Dead 16/30   Zombieland 16/30   The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30   Love and Monsters 17/30   Frequency 17/30   2012 17/30   Greenland 17/30   12 Monkeys 17.5/30    Threads 18/30   Contact (1997) 19/30   The Towering Inferno 19/30   Don't Look Up 19.5/30   Twister  19.5/30   Tremors 20/30   The Road 21/30   The Quiet Place 21/30   Red Dawn (1984) 22/30   Wall-E 23/30   Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30   I Am Legend 25/30   10 Cloverfield Lane Ranked: 26.5/30   The next movie is Armageddon.  Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Gabriel's Coax Comparision:    $8 coax https://amzn.to/3YW2K6a   https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-400maxdx006   Gabriel's Antenna: https://amzn.to/40KtGHD Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means a lot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

In this episode, Joe interviews Jessica Tracy: head of sales & partnerships at Enthea, a company that works with employers, unions, and employee assistance programs to be able to offer ketamine-assisted therapy (and psilocybin where it's legal) to employees. She talks about her path to psychedelics and how the shifts in her life led her to want to help others, finding Enthea and using her 15 years of experience in healthcare to make an immediate difference. She explains how the process works for an employee of a company Enthea works with, and the importance of evidence-based medical policy and rigorous screening to make sure people are getting the best intervention possible. One of Enthea's largest clients is Dr. Bronner's, who reported incredible improvements after employees used the benefit, with a 65% improvement in depression scores and an 86% improvement in PTSD. She also discusses: How psychedelics bring awareness to what we need to work on Less-discussed treatment modalities, like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and stellate ganglion block (SGB) The inefficiency of traditional talk therapy: 50% of people only see really good benefits after 20 sessions The importance of viewing mental health as individualized care: What else can we offer to people who haven't been helped by traditional methods? The research that she wants to see, like measures in how present or productive people are before and after experiences and more! For links, head to the show notes page. 

In this episode, we explore the controversial use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in adolescents with severe depression and suicidality. We discuss a study examining ECT's effectiveness, factors influencing outcomes, and its potential as a treatment option. Is ECT a viable last resort for treatment-resistant depression in teens? Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CMEs: CAP Smart Takes Vol. 19 Electroconvulsive Therapy for Adolescents With Severe Depression and Suicidality

A headset, which zaps the brains of people suffering from depression, was able to improve symptoms in over 64% of the patients involved in the trial.This therapy is known as transcranial direct current stimulation, and differs from the more commonly known electroconvulsive therapy or ECT.To tell more about this, Seán is joined by Sarah Kittel-Schneider, Head of the Department of Psychiatry at UCC and Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry…

In this episode of Look Again: Mental Illness Re-examined, host Faydra Aldridge dives into the complex world of treatment-resistant schizophrenia—a condition where standard antipsychotic medications fail to alleviate symptoms like delusions and hallucinations. Joined by psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh, they discuss why over 30% of those diagnosed with schizophrenia don't respond to typical treatments and explore alternative options available. From long-acting injectables to combinations of medications to ECT, Dr. McIntosh offers insights into promising strategies for people living with treatment resistant schizophrenia and the importance of comprehensive care, including social support. Learn more about current research, the challenges, and the hope for better treatment options for those living with this difficult condition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, comes from a presentation Sam gave at the American College of Emergency Physicians Scientific Assembly on October 1, 2024. Discover the journey of opening a ketamine clinic, the efficacy of IV ketamine for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain, and the mechanism behind its success. You will learn about the growing mental health crisis, high burnout rates among emergency physicians, and why ketamine therapy can be a rewarding alternative career path. Sam also shares the emotional and financial realities of running a ketamine clinic, emphasizing the importance of motivation, purpose, and personal fulfillment. Hear powerful testimonials from patients and gain practical advice for starting your own clinic. Don't miss this comprehensive guide filled with scientific studies, real-life experiences, and expert insights.What You'll Learn In This Episode:• Career Transition: Discover how emergency physicians can pivot into running ketamine clinics and find greater autonomy and purpose.• Clinical Evidence: Explore key studies supporting the use of ketamine therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain.• Overcoming Challenges: Understand the financial and emotional challenges of running a ketamine clinic and how to stay motivated by focusing on your "why."Episode 22 show notes:00:00 Teaser - The Swimming Pool Dilemma00:35 Introduction01:10 Sam's Journey and Niche in Ketamine Therapy03:12 The Mental Health Crisis05:05 Challenges Faced by Emergency Physicians06:13 Scientific Studies on IV Ketamine Therapy08:45 Ketamine for Anxiety and PTSD10:47 Ketamine for Chronic Pain12:13 How Does Ketamine Work?12:17 Ketamine's Impact on Neurotransmitters13:11 Ketamine and Chronic Stress14:06 Hallucinogenic Effects of Ketamine14:57 Emergency Medicine and Ketamine16:16 Starting a Ketamine Clinic17:19 The Importance of Your 'Why'18:33 Challenges and Rewards of a Ketamine Clinic20:12 Patient Testimonials and Impact21:34 ConclusionThanks for listening

Emily Taylor, ECT in Airdale Academy in Castleford, talks about how her strong bond with her mentor has supported her personally and professionally, and how she in turn builds strong relationships with her pupils. Emily talks about her relationship with her ECF mentor Rachel. She details the professional, practical, and emotional support she received. Emily shares how her mentor helped her to make a good start in her school, imparted pedagogical content knowledge, and supported her wellbeing as an ECT. In turn, she also makes sure to be a steady adult in her students' lives, and gives advice to new ECTs about how to build good relationships with pupils. Full show notes: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/news/2024/oct/happy-teacher-ect-emily-importance-relationships-ecf-staffroom-s04e03

On your Daily Detroit, we went out to one of Detroit's historic parks, Palmer Park, to learn about the transformation that has been underway over the last few years. Palmer Park Revitalization: Palmer Park has undergone significant changes, becoming a cornerstone of community benefit through infrastructure and natural enhancements. Jer takes us through the historical significance of this 281-acre park and its transformation journey. Located between Six Mile and Seven Mile on Woodward, this park is near the site of America's first concrete road, adding to its rich history. Interview with Stacy Varner: I sat down in the park with Stacy Varner, President of People for Palmer Park, to discuss the ongoing projects and the long-term master plan for the park. From the restoration of Lake Francis to the maintenance of Wither Woods, Stacy highlights the community-driven efforts to make Palmer Park a sustainable and enjoyable space for all. Environmental Efforts with Bobby Westerby: Next, we talk to Bobbi Westerby, CEO and President of Environmental Consulting and Technology (ECT), about the volunteer and design initiatives aimed at enhancing Palmer Park. Bobby shares insights into the environmental consulting field and the specific projects ECT has undertaken to restore and beautify the park. Don't forget to subscribe to Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download shows. Your support on Patreon helps us bring you more local stories from around Metro Detroit. Visit patreon.com/dailydetroit to become a member.  

Many of the conventional mental health treatments are failing us. Our mainstream options only work for about half of those seeking help, leaving many to suffer in silence. Therapy and medication aren't enough. We need more innovative solutions, especially for those battling treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. In this episode, I explore alternate treatments depression like TMS, ketamine therapy, ECT, and microdosing. I'll break down how they work, their effectiveness, and potential side effects. Check out Mindbloom's Comprehensive in-home depression relief that gets to the core of your depression - without antidepressants (partner link). (Use code SCOTTE100 to get $100 off your first program) Discover how Mindbloom ensures the safety of their clients during at-home treatment. Click for more details. ⁠Get Practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety, delivered weekly⁠⁠. Reduce the anxiety associated with falling asleep in just 15 minutes a night. ⁠Mood Bloom games for depression and anxiety⁠ (I have partnered with this brand): ⁠⁠My book: For When Everything is Burning⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Connect with me on TikTok:⁠ ⁠Connect on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠Therapy with me (Iowa residents only)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Work with me (Non-Iowa residents)⁠ 0:00 - Introduction: The Need for Alternative Treatments 1:50 - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): How It Works 6:06 - Ketamine: A Promising Treatment Option 10:19 - Mindbloom: At-Home Ketamine Treatment 12:11 - Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): Dispelling Myths 14:46 - Microdosing Psychedelics: Emerging Research Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a replacement for receiving treatment. It is purely educational in nature. My relationship with you is that of presenter and audience, not therapist and client. But I do care. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-eilers/support

Breaking Silence: A Journey from Mental Hellness to Mental Wellness with David Woods Bartley Show Notes In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine welcomes David Woods Bartley, who shares his powerful and emotional story of surviving a suicide attempt and his journey towards mental wellness. David discusses his battle with depression, the profound impact of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and the importance of human connection in suicide prevention. He also reflects on the influence of supportive relationships and the significance of openly sharing struggles to encourage empathy and hope.   0:00 David-W-Bartley Audio 01:17 Welcome and Introduction 02:53 David's Struggle with Depression 04:54 The Turning Point: Forest Hill Bridge 08:23 The Power of Connection 10:24 Journey to Mental Wellness 16:20 Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Experience 19:11 Reflecting on Trauma and Healing 29:59 Reflecting on Family and Relationships 31:31 Military Family and Personal Heroes 33:29 The Impact of ECT on Memory 36:19 Insights on Mental Health and Neuroplasticity 39:25 Sharing Personal Stories and Writing a Book 43:28 Customer Service Philosophy and Personal Anecdotes 45:53 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude   Bio My name is David Woods Bartley. I am both a suicide attempt and childhood rape survivor turned two-time TED Talker and international mental health trainer.  David Woods Bartley has seen his fair share of successes and setbacks, from directing a nationally recognized nonprofit to battling the long-term effects of childhood sexual trauma and a life-threatening mental illness. The latter, a brutal knock-down, drag-out fight with clinical depression, led David to a suicide attempt. Thanks to the support of many people and being shown the necessity of putting one's self-care on a pedestal, David continues the essential yet challenging journey from the isolation of mental “hellness” to the inclusive space of mental wellness. His life having been saved, David is committed to moving the conversation about suicide, male sexual trauma, and mental illness from the dark shadows where they now live to the forefront of public concern. In doing so, his mission is to shine a bright light on the crisis we now face and open doors to the possibility of mental health for everyone, everywhere. Currently, David is a member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the International Association for Youth Mental Health, the National Storytelling Network's Healing Story Alliance, and Active Minds. In addition, David holds certifications in Mental Health First Aid for Adults and Youth, SafeTALK (Suicide Awareness for Everyone), and the suicide prevention technique known as QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer). In addition to giving two TED talks and being named a 2021 Mental Health Champion by the prestigious Steinberg Institute, David has presented more than 600 times to audiences across the United States, Canada, Central America, and India, giving in-person and virtual presentations on the subjects of suicide, male sexual trauma, mental health, organizational culture, and servant leadership. David has been invited to present to organizations such as the United States Army, the United States Coast Guard, the Food and Drug Administration, OSH India, Sutter Health, AbleTo, the California Highway Patrol, the Indiana Organization for Nursing Leadership, the University of Connecticut, Boston College, the California Northstate School of Medicine, and a wide range of elementary, middle and high schools, community organizations, and diverse faith denominations 2-TimeTEDx Speaker | International Mental Health Presenter | SME on Suicide 2021 Steinberg Institute Mental Health Champion Links and Socials www.davidwoodsbartley.com X:  david@davidwoodsbartley.com FACEBOOK: @davidwoodsbartley

Nora Super has struggled with depression for over 30 years. In 2023, she attempted to take her life by suicide – and survived – but with a serious disability. Nora talks openly about her mental health journey, her state of mind during a deep depression, and the treatment that works for her. She also talks about the challenges of living with a disability and her recommendations for supporting patients and caregivers. Key Takeaways: Electroconvulsive therapy, ECT, works faster and better than medication for severe depression. If you or someone you love has severe depression or treatment resistant depression, ask the psychiatrist about ECT as an alternative treatment. If someone close to you attempts to take their life, don't blame yourself. It's highly unlikely that you could have done something to prevent it. Consider buying long -term health insurance, regardless of your current health status. You're not too young. It can help you afford the non-medical care and services you need to navigate a serious illness or the effects of aging. If you need mental health help or support, Call or text 988; National Suicide Hotline Share your story with Archelle Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com Instagram:  https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth

In this 288th episode I welcome Dr. Tym Kajstura to the show to do an ABA keyword episode. We discuss considerations for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and transfusion reactions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Show Notes: In this episode you'll hear about the inspiration for the story of Ganymede from Colby Holt, how Colby and Sam Probst go about co-directing movies together, what horror movies they both enjoy, and then Jordan Doww tells me how he got the role of Lee and the lengths he went to for preparing for his ECT scene. Colby Holt, Sam Probst, and Jordan Doww's Socials: Neighborhood Pictures Website: https://www.neighborhoodpictures.com/  Sam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamProbst Jordan Doww on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordandoww/ Watch Ganymede: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0CW3QD1CG/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r  Who's There? Socials: Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=103143437  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/whostherepc  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whostherepc Email: whostherepc@gmail.com  Website: https://www.whostherepodcast.com  Join the Email List: https://mailchi.mp/4a109b94d3bc/newsletter-signup --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whostherepod/support

Dr. Adam Striker and Dr. Aaron Primm, editor for Summaries of Emerging Evidence (SEE), discuss recent studies included in the 40B issue of SEE that add to our understanding of ketamine. Learn how ketamine compares to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of chronic depression and how intranasal ketamine might be used to treat refractory chronic migraines (https://www.asahq.org/see). Recorded July 2024.

109 Navigating Mental Health: From Trauma to Wellness with David Woods Bartley In episode 109 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews David Woods Bartley, a speaker, trainer, writer, and mental health advocate. David shares his life journey from enduring severe childhood trauma and crippling depression to finding mental wellness. He highlights the importance of connection and support, the impact of therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and his ongoing mission to educate and inspire others. This episode offers profound insights into mental health challenges, the importance of shared stories, and practical advice for supporting those in distress. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:34 New Communities and Affiliates 01:42 Interview with David Woods Bartley 03:04 David's Early Life and Trauma 06:00 Struggles with Depression 07:10 Animal Sanctuary Journey 08:52 The Depths of Depression 10:16 The Turning Point: Forest Hill Bridge 11:56 Living with Mental Illness 22:16 Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Experience 27:55 Medication and Daily Routine 28:13 Current Challenges and Resilience 30:54 Support from Family 32:55 The Power of Connection 33:46 Suicide Prevention Insights 35:46 Helping Others in Crisis 39:30 Military and Personal Stories 47:11 Final Thoughts and Resources   Email: David@DavidWoodsBartley.com David's Book:  https://www.davidwoodsbartley.com/mytroubledmind David's Website: https://www.davidwoodsbartley.com/ Call David:  1-916-247-6389 Suicide Hotline: 988---Call or Text! https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 https://rainn.org/   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.   Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information   Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.   In addition you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Kacie Gikonyo's Death Doula School https://hospiceexplained--deathdoulaschool.thrivecart.com/death-doula-school/ Affilitate for the Caregiving Years Training Academy:  https://www.careyearsacademy.com/ref/1096/  Affiliate for DNA is Love listeners also get a 5% discount!! https://dnaislove.com/?coupon=hospiceexplained5  The Death Deck and the E*O*L deck:  https://thedeathdeck.goaffpro.com/  Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com

Research updates on benzo discontinuation, iloperidone in mania, lithium, schizophrenia, ECT, a new circadian psychotherapy, and therapy for multi-trauma PTSD.CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this EpisodePublished On: 08/05/2024Duration: 16 minutes, 10 secondChris Aiken and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

The Boys are back after a brief Podcast hiatus, We Catch up and cover every single move so far as we approach the MLB's Trade Deadline. We also catch up with the NFL Hold-outs and Hold-ins contract negotiations of some of the NFL Big names (J-Love, Tua, Cee Dee, ECT). Plus Chris's Run in with an A-List Comedian and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Bartley has a story to share, and we get right into it! Join us for an intense but cathartic conversation about David's journey with suicidal ideation and his mental health. David Bartley is known as a dynamic speaker, storyteller, and trainer. With real-life anecdotes that evoke laughter and tears, David informs and captivates audiences. Along the way, David provides insights that enable listeners to see mental illness from a different point of view; a fresh perspective that creates an opening for mental wellness for those who suffer, their family, friends, and members of the community where they live, work and fellowship. Through keynote and other group presentations, interactive workshops, and specialized training programs and seminars, David helps unravel the myths and flat-out lies surrounding mental illness. Once laid to rest, David substitutes fiction with truth and reality and then equips audiences with tools and resources that lead to greater understanding. David's goal for each speech and workshop is the same: to shed light on the issue of mental illness, teach others how to create hope, and open doors to the possibility of mental health for all.www.davidwoodsbartley.com

This episode starts out chaotic, fun, frivolous and hilarious - talking carrot cake and nudist camps - all in the same breath! Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer Sue Duffield, take the rabbit trail down that crazy path of spilled medicine caplets, Mark Lowry's giant custom pill box container, to even talking (as friends do) about the dilemma of knowing whether or not you're taking the right pill at the right time, or if you took it at all, for that matter!  Also discussed on this episode is Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) that is recently becoming the "go to" therapy in treatment-resistant depression, or those with dementia and compromised brain health. The safety, however, of ECT has been consistently questioned, particularly among elderly patients with cognitive impairment. Mary Anne greatly questions the use of this kind of therapy with dementia patients and has seen personally the "not so good" results. The Veranda Ministries is a compassionate oasis allowing caregivers to entrust their loved ones with care on a daily basis. And so is the heart of this podcast, to "do the right thing, for the right reason."  www.theverandaministries.org

David Woods Bartley shares his journey from mental "hellness" to mental wellness.We discuss:his suicide attempt and sexual assaultsexperience of over 30 ECT treatments and ketamine infusionshow to use distraction as a coping mechanismsadness vs depression vs disappointment"Why" vs "What" questionsproposal from his fiancéContact David: https://www.davidwoodsbartley.com/Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help.In the US:Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counselingThe National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386Outside the US:The International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Field Day 2024 Recap    On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about the radio you have on you, Field Day 2024 Recap, a comprehensive list of preparedness books and the movie, A Quiet Place. .     Ham Radio Minute: The Radio You Have On You   Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.    Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Sub element 5 HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3EGELhO -General: https://amzn.to/3g8R9gf -Extra: https://amzn.to/3Tlis5j   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20     Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it! CW Lounge: K, M, R, S, U, A, P, T and L.     Show Topic: Field Day 2024 Recap   Preparedness Corner: A Comprehensive List of Preparedness Books https://www.reddit.com/r/preppers/comments/1dqbs9l/a_comprehensive_list_of_preparedness/ HRCC Movie Club:    https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw   The Quiet Place   Likelihood of disaster: 1/5  Preparedness: 5/5 Realistic: 2/5 Characters: 4/5 Plot: 4/5 Entertainment: 5/5  Overall: 21/30   Fall (2022) 14.5/30   Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy 11/30   Contact (1997) 19/30   Zombieland 16/30   2012 17/30   Wall-E 23/30   The Day After (1983) 14/30   Tremors 20/30   On The Beach (1959) 12/30    Deep Impact 15/30    Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30   Greenland 17/30   Sean of the Dead 16/30   The Postman 12/30   I Am Legend 25/30   Red Dawn (1984) 22/30   Frequency 17/30   Don't Look Up 19.5/30   Threads Ranked: 18/30   Twister Ranked: 19.5/30   The Birds Ranked: 15/30   10 Cloverfield Lane Ranked: 26.5/30   The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30   The Day After Tomorrow Ranked: 14/30   The next movie is Towering Inferno.  Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Patrick's Custom Gear Company www.gearforever.com    Buccee's News https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/buc-ees-will-keep-the-largest-store-in-texas-not-tennessee-or-florida/ar-BB1oo8M1?ocid=socialshare Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means a lot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

It is astounding to note that 1 in 10 dads will experience a perinatal mental health condition, and research shows that dads also face hormonal changes. This Monday, June 17, 2024, is International Father's Mental Health Day, and we want to bring fathers' mental health to the forefront in today's episode. When a mom goes through a perinatal mental health disorder, her partner is 50% more likely to also struggle. This is an important topic to discuss regarding the entire family system. Especially on social media, dads' experiences are pushed aside and discounted because they don't physically go through pregnancy and birth as a mother does, but we want to shed light on and give a voice to dads and the important part they play in the entire perinatal process. I'm grateful that my guest is sharing his story of becoming a new father. Join us to hear Tony's story! Tony Pacitti, a writer, navigated pandemic parenthood to welcome his twin sons in 2020. He shares how he coped with the initial shock of his wife's postpartum psychosis and psychiatric care, the emotions he encountered, and the complexities of writing and talking about this topic from a father's perspective. Tony writes regularly about this topic and has been featured on numerous podcasts to share his story and bring awareness to a father's perspective of perinatal mental health conditions. You can find out more about Tony's life and work at his website. Show Highlights: Highlights of Tony's story: twins born in 2020 during the pandemic and his wife's psychotic episodes that began a few days later with paranoia, confusion, and hallucinations The shock, heartbreak, and fright Tony felt at seeing his wife's psychosis play out in the hospital The response and efforts of the medical staff to help his wife—even though no one ever used the term “postpartum psychosis” After his wife and sons were home, she showed signs of depression and confessed to being suicidal. The dual realities in what he and others were seeing and what his wife was seeing about the twins' health and wellness The back-and-forth experience of day treatment, short-term hospitalizations, and continued symptoms until she went for a long-term stay of more than a month Tony's support system of his parents, therapist, PSI, and friends who helped out with the twins' care The treatment (ECT: electroconvulsive therapy) and medications that finally worked and allowed his wife to come home An update on Tony's wife now: the healthy and improved version, “Sondra 3.0” The truth about perinatal mental health conditions: the entire family system is greatly affected Tony's need to document their experience and acknowledge what they went through Resources: Connect with Tony Pacitti: Website Click here to find resources about International Father's Mental Health Day. Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to better support people for whom they provide services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Kati Anything, your mental health podcast episode 217 | This week licensed therapist Kati Morton talks about getting past inner resistance in therapy, how to keep going when we feel like giving up, and what a therapist would do if their client is intellectualizing everything. She then explains what a body memory is and why our trauma memories can be so spotty. Finally, she discusses anxiety about making phone calls, and why we can be so worried about every little thing we do, and believe that people are going to think we are weird. Audience questions: 1. Could you possibly talk about getting past inner resistance in therapy? I've been in therapy for about 8 months and feel like we've done some amazing work, but have noticed I'm hitting some type of wall within myself that I'm not sure how to get past. It's like I've kind of traveled through all the issues I've been conscious of, but now that we're deeper in I'm realizing there's a lot going on that I was not aware of... 01:14 2. Hi Kati. How do I keep going? I feel like giving up. I have Major Depressive Disorder. Suicidal thoughts and self injury consume me. I've done talk therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, TMS, and ECT. Nothing has helped. I've been hospitalized twice. I've been on so many medications I can't keep track anymore. I feel so alone in this. I do have a psychiatrist, therapist and loving family but they don't understand... 09:54 3. I was wondering how a therapist would approach working with a client who intellectualizes everything? I find CBT and DBT unhelpful because everything my therapist is saying, while totally true, I've already known about and pieced together myself. I think that's also where I get so stuck with therapy- I KNOW there are these pieces out of place that aren't serving me. I KNOW why I am the way I am, but I don't know what to do about it? 24:54 4. I saw one of your older videos about people not remembering their trauma or remembering it in patches but I'm the opposite, I remember what happened to me in great detail even down to what I was wearing, what they were wearing the day and time everything. The only problem I do have is deciding if what actually happened to me was SA... 33:17 5. I noticed recently that I'm really scared to call people I haven't spoken to in a long time. I know they'd love to hear from me and vice versa if they called me. So what's the hang-up (pun intended)? How do I reduce my anxiety around it? It's just literally a fear of pressing call and waiting while the phone rings. I'm not actually scared to talk to these people. What's that about? How do I make pressing the button or the waiting time while the phone rings before they pick up easier? How do I select who to call? Are there steps I can take to get to that point? 42:46 6. Hey Kati what is it called when you are so concerned with the way you walk, blink , eat, move your mouth when you talk, ect. I feel like I walk weird, and I talk weird. I feel like I'm insecure about my voice being too deep or my laugh being too loud. Just little everyday things. I never hear about this. 46:26 PUBLISHED BOOKS ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Traumatized⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Are u ok?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A great way to support my channel is to visit our sponsors by using these links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instacart⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ONLINE THERAPY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ While I do not currently offer online therapy, BetterHelp can connect you with a licensed, online therapist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/kati⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (enjoy 10% off your first month) SOCIAL ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PARTNERSHIPS Linnea Toney linnea@underscoretalent.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askkatianything/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askkatianything/support

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Ham Radio Campout Recap   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about hunting for super high frequency, hosting a winning ham Radio Campout, camping to test preps and how to get a well on your property, and The Day After (1983) movie.    Ham Radio Minute: Hunting for Super High Frequency    Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.    Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Sub element 3 HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3EGELhO -General: https://amzn.to/3g8R9gf -Extra: https://amzn.to/3Tlis5j   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20     Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it! CW Lounge: K, M, R, S, U, A, P and T.     Show Topic: Hosting a Winning Ham Radio Campout   Preparedness Corner: Camping to test preps and why can't you just drill a well?    HRCC Movie Club:    https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw The Day After (1983)   Likelihood of disaster: 4/5  Preparedness: 3/5 Realistic: 4/5 Characters: 1/5 Plot: 1/5 Entertainment: 1/5  Overall: 14/30   Tremors 20/30   On The Beach (1959) 12/30    Deep Impact 15/30    Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30   Greenland 17/30   Sean of the Dead 16/30   The Postman 12/30   I Am Legend 25/30   Red Dawn (1984) 22/30   Frequency 17/30   Don't Look Up 19.5/30   Threads Ranked: 18/30   Twister Ranked: 19.5/30   The Birds Ranked: 15/30   10 Cloverfield Lane Ranked: 26.5/30   The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30   The Day After Tomorrow Ranked: 14/30   The next movie is Wall-E. Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Golden Beaver Distillery - https://goldenbeaverdistillery.com   Florence Marine X Clothing Company - https://www.florencemarinex.com   Refuge First Aid- https://www.refugemedical.com/collections/individual-first-aid-kits   Pool Arrest - https://www.wptv.com/news/region-n-palm-beach-county/palm-beach-gardens/federal-lawsuit-filed-against-fired-palm-beach-gardens-police-officer-who-pulled-gun-on-unarmed-man Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

Show Notes (contains affiliate links): The Greatest Ham Radio Road Trip   On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah - KN6NWZ, we talk about a ham radio hero in Ohio, the greatest ham radio road trip planning, when healthcare workers nope out and  Deep Impact the movie.    Ham Radio Minute: Ham Radio Hero in Ohio   Announcements: HRCC Net - https://hrcc.link.    Ham Radio Test Study with Leah - Sub element 3 HamStudy: https://hamstudy.org Support by getting something from Signal Stuff: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=622   Gordon West Ham Radio Test Prep Books with HRCC Links  -Technician: https://amzn.to/3EGELhO -General: https://amzn.to/3g8R9gf -Extra: https://amzn.to/3Tlis5j   Free Fastrack to Your Ham Radio License Books on Audible (for new to Audible readers): https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp/membership/premiumplus?tag=hrccpodcast-20     Join the conversation by leaving a review on Apple Podcast for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it! CW Lounge: K, M, R, S, U, A, P and T.      Show Topic: The Greatest Ham Radio Road Trip   Preparedness Corner: Healthcare Workers Will Nope When This Happens.  https://www.reddit.com/r/preppers/comments/1c0t346/to_preppers_who_work_in_healthcare_whats_your_nope/ HRCC Movie Club:    https://poll.ly/N7Jt2ACU1Epz5PSJmknw Deep Impact    Likelihood of disaster: 5/5  Preparedness: 2/5 Realistic: 3/5 Characters: 2/5 Plot: 2/5 Entertainment: 1/5  Overall: 15/30   Blast From The Past (1999) 23.5/30   Greenland 17/30   Sean of the Dead 16/30   The Postman 12/30   I Am Legend 25/30   Red Dawn (1984) 22/30   Frequency 17/30   Don't Look Up 19.5/30   Threads Ranked: 18/30   Twister Ranked: 19.5/30   The Birds Ranked: 15/30   10 Cloverfield Lane Ranked: 26.5/30   The Book of Eli Ranked: 16.75/30   The Day After Tomorrow Ranked: 14/30   The next movie is On The Beach (1959) Email Correspondent's Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.   Links mentioned in the ECT:    Aaron suggested these adhesives but please use with caution - https://amzn.to/4awZphm   Aaron's Hawaii Activation-  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI0ACyH_fRA Thank you all for listening to the podcast.  We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!   Want to send us something? Josh Nass  P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101 Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.com Shop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/ Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.   Connect with Us: Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/ Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah) Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/nasscorners (Leah)

TW:Suicide  If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, call or text the number 988.  https://988lifeline.org Subscribe to Shane Torres' YouTube page to watch his new special “The Blue Eyed Mexican” now: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYqBZNLk2Vf-ErSOb_sqMew?sub_confirmation=1  I sit down with comedian, Gary Gulman. We talk about being young comics, depression, organized crime, ECT, his new special, and much more!  Stream his new special “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” on MAX now!  Get Gary's Book “Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the '80s” here :https://amzn.to/3GWFQlq Follow Gary https://www.youtube.com/@garygulman5580 https://www.instagram.com/garygulman/?hl=en This episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Go to http://www.HelloFresh.com/bertcastfree and use code “bertcastfree” for free breakfast for life.  This episode is also brought to you by CrowdHealth. Get started today for just $99 per month for the first three months if you use code “BERT” at http://www.joincrowdhealth.com. This episode is also brought to you by AG1. get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at  http://www.drinkAG1.com/BERT  This episode is also brought to you by Better Help. Get 10% off your first month with the discount code “BERT”. Get started today at http://www.betterhelp.com/bert  This episode is also brought to you by Hostage Tape. Claim the best sleep of your life now at http://www.hostagetape.com/bert  Subscribe to the new Something's Burning podcast page  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/somethings-burning/id1702241962  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37IbtDi4z3z6HRtnbAi25Z?si=72718abc47344336 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices