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- Episode 244 | Youth Suicide
September is National Suicide Prevention month and in today's episode of Psych Talk I discuss youth suicide. I start the episode by briefly discussion National Suicide Prevention Month and World Suicide Prevention Day. I then provide some statistics on youth suicidal behavior and deaths in the United States, spending additional discussion on certain subgroups of youth who are at increased risk. I then discuss the rising trend of youth suicide, as well as risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs. I then end the episode by discussing what we can do to help reduce youth suicide.
Sources:
s://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/73/su/su7304a9.htm
https://jedfoundation.org/mental-health-and-suicide-statistics/
https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/youth-suicide-is-on-the-rise-yale-aims-to-save-lives/
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/facts-about-lgbtq-youth-suicide/
https://www.aecf.org/blog/youth-mental-health-statistics#:~:text=Access%20to%20Mental%20Health%20Care,care%20if%20they%20got%20better.
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/05/youth-suicide-rates-rose-62percent-from-2007-to-2021.html
https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/blueprint-for-youth-suicide-prevention/risk-factors-protective-factors-warning-signs-of-youth-suicide/?srsltid=AfmBOorDhF3fAAecQwhKbIjC9qC2V5SIAE7BSI11DpRNiG0LGlk7zt2k
https://reportingonsuicide.org/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7510279/#:~:text=Social%2Demotional%20learning%20programs%2C%20such,problem%2Dsolving%20skills%20for%20dealing
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47 min - Episode 243 | The Intersection of Eating Disorders and OCD with Elian Beattie, MS, LMHC, LCMHC
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Elian Beattie, LMHC, LCMHC about the intersection between eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). We start the episode by defining various eating disorders, as well as what OCD is (and is not). Elian discusses the intersection between eating disorders and OCD and why the two disorders have such high co-morbidity. She discusses some common symptoms and behaviors seen in both eating disorders and OCD, as well as how both reinforce and contribute to the maintenance of one another. Elian also discusses how one can tell if certain behaviors are driven by OCD versus and eating disorder, and describes various treatment for treating co-morbid OCD and eating disorders.
Connect with Elian:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.insightsgroup.net
IG: elianinsights
Teen OCD Virtual Support Group
Treating Co-Occuring Eating Disorders and OCD
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53 min - Episode 242 | The Science of Happiness with Dr. Ashley Smith, PhD
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Ashley Smith, licensed psychologist, speaker, and author about the science of happiness. Dr. Ashley starts the discussion by discussing how she got interested in the science of happiness and positive psychology in general. Dr. Ashely defines for listeners what happiness is and discusses the science of happiness and what research say about factors that influence a person's happiness. We discuss how can individuals find happiness in their life, even when circumstances seem hopeless or challenging and how facing adversity impacts our happiness. Dr. Ashley then discusses how other positive psychological constructs such as psychological strength, resilience, and confidence relate to happiness and provides listeners with some actionable steps individuals can take in their daily life to increase their happiness.
Connect with Dr. Ashley:
Website: www.drashleysmith.com
LinkedIn: Dr. Ashley Smith
Instagram: @drashleysmith
TikTok: @drashleysmith
Book: The Way I See It
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51 min - Episode 241 | Overcoming Mental Roadblocks: Psychology, Mindset, & Hypnosis with Dr. Albert Bramante, PhD
In today's episode of Psych Talk, I chat with Dr. Albert Bramante, psychology professor, certified hypnotist, author, and talent agent, who helps creative professionals overcome mental roadblocks. We start the episode by discussing Dr. Bramante's journey into the entertainment industry and how his skills in psychology and hypnosis aids in his work. We discuss imposter syndrome and why so many professionals experience it, as well as self-doubt and how it shows up in our careers. Dr. Bramante then discusses how mental roadblocks that individuals face lead to self-sabotage in their careers. We discuss what hypnosis is and how it can help people overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and self-sabotage. Dr. Bramante also discusses some mindset interventions and psychological tools and strategies that are helpful for individuals experiencing imposter syndrome or self-doubt and to overcome their mental roadblocks.
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IG: @dralbramante
Website: www.albertbramante.com
Book: Rise Above the Script
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54 min - Episode 240 | Body Politics: How Political Systems Impact Beauty Standards
In today's episode of Psych Talk, I discuss the intersection of politics and beauty standards. Prompted by a discussion at work about the rise in eating disorders over the past 5 years and noticing a shift back to the ultra-thin ideals, I decided to dive deeper into this topic to see what I could find. I start the episode by discussing a history of body politics - the practices and policies through which powers of society regulate the human body, as well as the struggle over the degree of individual and social control of the body. Body politics encompasses much more than just beauty standards; however, it is important to understand the broader picture. I then discuss how politics impacts beauty standards in general, with a focus on "conservative aesthetics" which we have seen a rise of in recent years. I then spend time specifically discussing how politics impacts beauty standards with regard to body size, race, and gender. I end the episode by discussing the impact of beauty standards on mental health. As noted throughout the episode, the information shared is not to shame anyone for following certain beauty trends or expressing themselves in a certain way; rather, to provide information on how the sociopolitical climate impacts what we view as "beautiful" so we can self-reflect on our own beliefs and push back, if we desire.
Recommended Reading
Sources for this Episode:
https://www.teenvogue.com/story/standard-issues-white-supremacy-capitalism-influence-beauty
https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/66958/1/beauty-backslide-how-the-pendulum-swung-back-to-thinness-and-conservatism
https://www.liebertpub.com/full/doi/10.1001/jamafacial.2018.0486
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6061013/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/eat.24443#:~:text=First%2C%20a%20Danish%20register%2Dbased,2024;%20Sonne%20et%20al.
https://www.encyclopedia.com/social-sciences/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/body-politics
https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/65234/1/shift-beauty-standards-trump-win-president-utah-curls-nara-smith
https://qz.com/811718/theres-an-unsavory-link-between-conservative-politics-and-insulting-womens-looks
https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/12/14/1396
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2018/08/06/patients-are-desperate-to-resemble-their-doctored-selfies-plastic-surgeons-alarmed-by-snapchat-dysmorphia/
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39 min - Episode 239 | Transformative Parenting with Todd Sarner, MFT
In today's episode of Psych Talk, I chat with Todd Sarner, MFT about his Transformative Parenting Process. We discuss Todd's journey into specializing in parenting and how he developed his Transformative Parenting Process. Todd discusses why understanding attachment is so important when it comes to parenting, as well as touches on what trauma-informed parenting is. We discuss how many parents are aware of various parenting strategies, yet struggle to apply evidence-based parenting strategies and how can they overcome this struggle. Todd shares some strategies he teaches parents in his Transformative Parenting Process and ends the episode by providing words of advice and encouragement for parents who are currently feeling overwhelmed in their parenting.
Connect with Todd:
Website: https://transformativeparenting.com
Facebook: Transformative Parenting
Instagram: @tparenting
Youtube: Transformative Parenting with Todd
LinkedIn: Todd Sarner, MFT
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1 hr 1 min - Episode 238 | Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Current Sociopolitical Climate with Jazzmyn Proctor, MS, LGPC, NCC
In this episode of Psych Talk I chat with Jazzmyn Proctor, MS about taking care of your mental health in the current sociopolitical climate. We first discuss Jazzmyn’s journey in mental health, becoming a relational therapist, and what that means. We discuss some of the impacts of the current socio political climate, as well as society in general, on our mental health. Jazzmyn shares how we can build community and connection in a time that is designed to keep us disconnected, as well as why connection so important for nervous system regulation. We discuss how we can work on discerning our media input to improve our mental output and how we can find peace of mind in an unstable political climate. Further, Jazzmyn ends the discussion by sharing self-care practices or practical tools for listeners who are trying to better their mental health in the current socio political climate.
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IG: @healingwithjazzmyn
Website: www.healingwithjazzmyn.com
Podcast: All Our Parts
Resources:
Rest is Resistance
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44 min - Episode 237 | The Joy Reset: The Intersection of Trauma and Joy with Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald, a PhD trauma researcher, about the intersection of trauma and joy. Dr. MC discusses how she came to specialize in researching trauma and defines for listeners what both trauma and joy are. Dr. MC discusses some common misconceptions about joy or how it is conceptualize, as well as some ways that trauma impacts joy. We discuss her book, The Joy Reset, and discuss six common barriers that prevent us from accessing joy - hyper vigilance, emotional numbing, fear of loss, conditioning, guilt, and shame. Dr. MC also discusses the Hope Circuit and how we can build ours. Further, Dr. MC discusses how those who have experienced trauma take back control and start experiencing joy once again.
Connect with Dr. MC McDonald
IG: @mc.phd
TikTok: @mc.phd
Website: www.drmcmcdonald.com
The Joy Reset
Unbroken
Resources:
Learned Helplessness at Fifty by Steven Maier
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46 min - Episode 236 | Psychological Impacts of Bariatric Surgery with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II about the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. Mary-Frances starts the discussion by sharing what got her interested in the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery, what bariatric surgery is, and who is a good candidate for bariatric surgery . She discusses the purpose of a psychological evaluation before bariatric surgery and what such an evaluation entails. Mary-Frances describes ways individuals can psychologically prepare for bariatric surgery, as well as the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. We discuss psychological pieces individuals miss or do not consider when it comes to preparing for bariatric surgery, as well as post-operatively, in addition to gaps when it comes to support available for those preparing for or who have gone through bariatric surgery. Further, Mary-Frances shares mental health supports individuals should consider before, during, and after bariatric surgery.
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IG: @the.btrc
Website: https://thebtrc.com
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51 min - Episode 235 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
In today's episode of Psych Talk I discuss Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide a brief overview of the history of ACT, its main goals, and what mental health conditions it is effective for. I then discuss the primary goal of ACT, cognitive flexibility, and discuss in depth the opposite of this, cognitive rigidity, and six ways cognitive rigidity may manifest. I then discuss the Hexa-Flex, which includes the six core components of ACT - contact with the present moment, cognitive defusion, experiential acceptance, self as context, values, and committed action - and discuss what each of these is, their goals, and some interventions for each.
Resources:
The ACT Hexaflex — Nesh Nikolic
ACT Matrix
Values Card Sort
https://stevenchayes.com/
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Psych Talk is a podcast dedicated to motivating, inspiring, and educating listeners on everything psychology and self-growth. Whether you are a mental health professional or student in the social…
science field, are interested in psychology and mindset shifts, or are just interested in gaining skills and knowledge to grow into the best version of yourself, Psych Talk will provide you with knowledge and skills that you can implement in your daily life that add up to make a big impact.
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