Dr. Nicole Absar, MD, attending physician at Fuller Hospital, speaks about the many symptoms and effects of dementia. She also goes into how a holistic approach is needed to address the syndrome.

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness we speak with Portia Gray-Goffigan, an area resident who has worked through mental illness to become a productive member of the community. Listen as Carrie and Derek speak with her about her story!

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness we speak with Michael Brier of Recovery Connection, a Suboxone treatment center, about drug addiction and medication assisted treatment. We cover the common causes of opioid addiction, the demographics of people who seek treatment, and the barriers many in recovery face.

Recovery Connection website:
http://recoverri.com/

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Join hosts Carrie and Derek in this episode of Exploring Mental Illness! Emma Carroll, one of our first guests, comes back on the show to give us an update on how her service dog has helped her manage her anxiety

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Hear from Todd Whitridge, a recovering alcoholic and treatment advocate as he speaks about his decades-long experience with alcoholism. He gives listeners a perspective into how alcohol has impacted his life, and he speaks on how our society can better address those struggling with alcohol addiction.

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness, learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder and how it differs from other forms of Depression. Carrie and Derek are joined by Jill Maccormack, LICSW of Fuller Hospital.

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness, Carrie, Derek and Auston invite Dan Fisher and Dale Sylvaria back to talk about the services offered by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health.

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness, Carrie and Auston speak with Dan Fisher and Dale Sylvaria about the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. We delve into its history, how it’s changed over time, and the services it offers to the community.

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In our first ever two-part series, in this episode of Exploring Mental Illness, Carrie and Derek speak with Megan Piscopiello LICSW of South Bay Community Services about Section 35. Sectioning is when an individual is involuntarily admitted to a general or psychiatric hospital for evaluation. Megan talks about the situations under which a person might be sectioned, and how Section 35 differs from Section 12.

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In this episode of Exploring Mental Illness, Carrie and Derek speak with Megan Piscopiello LICSW of South Bay Community Services about Section 12. Sectioning is when an individual is involuntarily admitted to a general or psychiatric hospital for evaluation. Megan talks about the situations under which a person might be sectioned, and how Section 12 differs from Section 35.

South Bay Community Services

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