This week are joined again by Lindy Burton to talk about who children explore their bodies from a young age and what we can do to help them gain a healthy understanding around sexuality. We also give warning signs to look for that could indicate abuse. 

References: 

• "What's Happening to Me?" The Classic Illustrated Children's Book on Puberty, by Perter Mayle 
• Where Did I Come From?: An Illustrated Childrens Book on Human Sexuality, by Peter Mayle 
• Division of Child and Family Services 

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This week Dr. Burton and talk about how the COVID 19 pandemic effected our country and some of the lingering effects. We also talk about the impact it had on kids.



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This week Dr. Burton and I talk about common sleep disorders and why it's important to investigate if you feel tired all the times. I also share my story with a sleep disorder and we talk about sleep hygiene. 

References:

•  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huberman-lab/id1545953110
• Matthew Walker https://www.sleepdiplomat.com/ 

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TRIGGER WARNING: Dan is on a military base at the time of this recording and there is gunfire and training operation noise in the background.

This week Dan Joseph joins me to discuss a book he wrote after a member of his platoon survived a suicide attempt. We talk about recognizing suicidality in military personal and what it cost when someone has to take a life.

References: Backpack to Rucksack: Insight Into Leadership and Resilience From Military, by Daniel Joseph 

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TRIGGER WARNING This episode contains talk of suicide and means of doing so. If you or someone you know is suicidal call the suicide hotline at 988

This week Dr. Burton and I walk you through what to do if someone you know has the desire to die. We talk about signs of suicidal ideation as well as when to call 911 versus 988.


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Dr. Burton and I discuss this questions: "If you could do one thing to help prevent suicide, what would it be?"


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This week Dr. Burton and I talk about reasons people loose hope and become suicidal. We also talk about why we think suicide rates have inclined over the last 20 years. 

References:
Lost Connections: Why You're Depressed and How to Find Hope, by Johann Hari 

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This week Dr. Burton and I discuss the common differences in depression between men and women. We also talk about cultural reasons for differences as well as discussion on post-partum depression.

References: Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression - and the Unexpected Solutions, by Johann Hari 


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This week Dr. Burton and I talk about what addiction recovery often involves and what it takes to be successful. We also talk about different treatment options. 

References:  

•  Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, by Dr. Anna Lembke, PhD 
• Rich Roll Podcast: The Neuroscience of Addiction https://www.richroll.com/podcast/anna-lembke-623/ 
• Huberman Lab Podcast: Understanding & Treating Addiction 
  https://hubermanlab.com/dr-anna-lembke-understanding-and-treating-addiction/
• The Social Dilemma, Netflix documentary   https://www.thesocialdilemma.com/
• Volunteers of America: https://www.voa.org/ 
  
  
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This week Dr. Burton and I talk about people pleasers and how it can drive people into unhealthy behaviors. We also talk about toxic empathy, is it a thing?


References:  https://www.facebook.com/reel/240073375291647 


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