On today's episode, discover the ways that dopamine, social media, and phone notifications give us quick, intermittent reward hits that often fragment our attention and lead to anxiety and addictive habits.

Links:

Dopamine article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12322333/

Huberman Lab episode on caffeine: https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/using-caffeine-to-optimize-mental-and-physical-performance

For more information on Rebecca Maxwell and her practice, visit Jesusandyourmentalhealth.com 

This episode of Jesus and Your Mental Health explores ADHD as a dopamine-sensitive neurodiversity and how it affects task initiation, relationships, work, and spiritual practices.

Rebecca is joined by fellow therapist Julie Norman to discuss common misconceptions of ADHD, differences in presentation across genders and ages, diagnostic considerations including hormones, and the balance between medication and holistic care.

You'll learn some practical strategies including body-doubling, visual timers, schedule blocking, movement-friendly worship, and seeking compassionate, curiosity-driven support from faith communities.

Visit https://peaceregardless.com/ for more information about Julie, and especially isitadhd.org to book a Qb test. 

For more information about Rebecca's book or counseling practice, go to jesusandyourmentalhealth.com

Today Rebecca is joined by Emily Yi from Jacksonville Creative Therapy to talk about supporting emotionally intense teens and young adults.

We'll explore this intensity or "emotional overexcitability," and explore how it shows up, and why intensity can be a strength rather than a flaw.

You'll receive guidance and practical tips for supporting the emotionally intense child in your life, and learn to recognize the signs that indicate further help is needed. 

This episode explores why people experience and express emotions differently—how upbringing, culture, biology, and personality shape our comfort with feeling. 

You'll learn some practical tools including expanding your emotional vocabulary with a feelings wheel, using music and story to tune into feelings, slowing down to check feelings against facts and faith, and small practices to widen your window of tolerance and deepen connection.

Today's conversation is about identity—how God’s truth forms who we are versus building identity based on performance, wounds, or roles.

The episode explores practical distinctions between calling, assignment, and self-worth, and highlights ways to reframe false beliefs through family-of-origin work, thought replacement, and therapeutic tools like EMDR.

Rooted in Scripture and prayer, the discussion offers hopeful, faith-based steps for anyone struggling with shame or shifting life seasons, and points listeners to community resources and further support.

Welcome back to season 2 of Jesus and Your Mental Health. This episode explores help for those who have dedicated their lives to helping others. We talk about signs of burnout, setting boundaries, and the role of community in our overall health. We also lay out some practical steps to replenish your capacity, and explain how faith and Scripture inform healthy self-care for those who serve others.

For information about Rebecca and her practice, go to jesusandyourmentalhealth.com

Welcome to the new season of the Jesus and Your Mental Health podcast! 

Today we tackle several questions submitted by attendees of Rebecca's recent book launch event. We talk about OCD, PTSD, as well as demonic oppression and deliverance and their role in mental health. 

Don't miss the chance to be part of this journey, and let us know the topics you want to delve into by sending your questions to [email protected].

Order your copy of Rebecca's new book here!

For more information about Emily, go to www.jacksonvillecreativetherapy.com or email her at [email protected]

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Reach out with your questions and experiences at [email protected] or visit JesusAndYourMentalHealth.com for more resources.

Today on Jesus and Your Mental Health, discover why a diagnosis is not just a label; it's a doorway to understanding your experiences and finding the right path to treatment.

We highlight the delicate balance between scientific diagnosis and faith-based perspectives, emphasizing the need for caution and hope in the journey of mental health. We'll discuss the evolving nature of diagnoses and the critical role of both mental health professionals and individuals in addressing these challenges.

Whether you're grappling with a new diagnosis or supporting someone who is, gain insights into navigating this landscape with compassion and wisdom, while always keeping faith at the center of your journey. For more information please visit www.jesusandyourmentalhealth.com