Recovery Advocate Network: Coffee & Conversation

Dr. Jennifer Gentile is a thought leader and mental healthcare innovator with more than 10 years of experience in telehealth and digital health and is committed to improving access and quality in mental healthcare. She has a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Health Psychology from William James College and completed her Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Genetics and Metabolic Psychology at Harvard Medical School.

In her most recent role as SVP of Clinical Innovation at a digital mental healthcare company, she collaborated with clinical and academic researchers to improve access, outcomes, and engagement in mental healthcare. As a practicing clinical psychologist since 2008 at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School,

Jennifer deeply understands the urgent need for effective mental healthcare. Jennifer led the clinical efforts to found Amwell's 50-state teletherapy offering.

In this conversation, we discuss the importance of creating a safe environment for all voices to be heard and the need for personalized mental health care. We explore the benefits of telehealth and how it has made mental health treatment more accessible and convenient as well as the stigma surrounding mental health and the importance of expanding the definition of mental health to include everyone.

Jennifer shares her work in addressing attentional challenges and how video games can be used to improve focus and attention.

We emphasize the importance of diversity in society and the need to provide tools and resources for individuals to live their best lives.

So, what are we waiting for? Fill up your coffee, sit back, and let's get started.

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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation's "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. This is episode #48, where Crystal Coney will read Joshua Young's blog post entitled "Shadows and Light: A Journey Through Forgiveness."

Crystal Coney captured the Miss North Carolina USA crown in 1997 and was the first black woman to represent North Carolina in the Miss USA pageant. Since then, Crystal has become an award-winning actress, model, spokesperson, and on-camera host. She has appeared in numerous shows such as This is Us, SWAT, NCIS, and Marvel's Agents of Shield, to name a few, and she recurs as Nurse Lisa on the TV show "The Rookie" and as Angie on the hit HBO series "The Righteous Gemstones." She has just completed filming another recurring role on an upcoming Apple TV show, "High Desert," and has completed several other projects that should hit the screen soon! Look for Crystal as Nurse Lisa on the Season 6 premiere of The Rookie on February 20th. (www.CrystalConey.com)

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Chris Carberg is the founder and CEO of http://AddictionHelp.com, one of the fastest growing addiction, behavioral and mental health educational brands. Chris has been in recovery for over 18 years and a founder in a number of health-related tech brands, including http://postpartumdepression.org. His passion is to make http://addictionhelp.com the largest and most-helpful content platform for people seeking addiction help, as well as their loved ones and with a special emphasis for those in long-term recovery. He lives in Orlando Florida with his amazing wife, Jenna and their two children.

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• http://postpartumdepression.org.
• https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2813379
• https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2024/01/healthcare-riskier-for-patients-at-private-equity-hospitals/

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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation's "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. This is episode #46, where Joshua Young will read his blog post entitled "Finding My Way Back: A Journey Through Alcoholism Recovery

"Between The Lines" episodes are written by guests who prefer to use their written voice instead of their interview voice to share their stories. Each author has submitted a blog, and then either I, Ange, Joshua, who is our resident author, recovery advocate, sexual abuse survivor, and alcoholic in recovery or an actor or actress, will read and record it for them.

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Summary

Caron shares her story of childhood abuse, addiction, and the challenges she has faced in her life. She discusses her experiences with eating disorders, abusive relationships, and the estrangement from her son. Despite the hardships she has endured, Caron remains hopeful and believes in finding true love and healing. She encourages others who are struggling with addiction or trauma to seek help and offers her support. The conversation highlights the impact of childhood trauma on mental health and the importance of understanding and compassion.

Takeaways

• Childhood trauma can have a significant impact on mental health and can contribute to addiction and other challenges later in life.
• Judging someone based on their struggles or experiences is unfair and fails to consider the underlying trauma they may have endured.
• Healing and recovery are possible with the right support and resources.
• Finding love and happiness is still possible, even after experiencing trauma and addiction.

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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation's "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. This is episode #44, where actress Adrienne Wilkinson will read Joshua Young's blog post entitled "The Power and Pitfalls of Labeling."

Adrienne Wilkinson was introduced to the world as the Empress of Rome, who was revealed to be Xena's daughter, Eve, in Xena: Warrior Princess - the most-watched show in the world at the time. She has since made dozens of notable television appearances, including popular guest starring roles on About a Boy, Partners, Charmed, Days of Our Lives, ER, and Angel, as well as series regular roles on Venice, Goodnight Burbank, Pretty the Series, Club 5150, and As If. She has appeared in fan-favorite films, including Raze, Alpha Force, The American Failure, and Reflections, for which she won several awards. Adrienne is one of only a handful of actors to appear in Star Wars and Star Trek projects, playing Maris Brood in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed and Captain Lexxa Singh in Star Trek: Renegades.

Adrienne has voiced over 50 lead characters in top animation projects and high-profile video games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider, World of Final Fantasy, Sons of Anarchy: The Prospect, and playing "Daughter" in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. She has also produced several independent films.

Her diverse career has spanned multiple genres in projects that range from mainstream to cult classics, and she is known for her charity work, which includes a focus on literacy programs, animal welfare, and children. You can find out more about Adrienne and her charitable work on her website http://www.adriennewilkinson.com/, which will also be included in the show notes.

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Summary This conversation introduces the research series and features Dr. Ben Daines, who is a founding board member of RAN. They discuss the vision and mission of RAN and Dr. Ben's involvement. They then dive into a research article titled 'Prevalence and Trends of Common Mental Disorders' and discuss the importance of the study and the criteria for selecting research articles. They explore the prevalence of mental disorders and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health. The conversation concludes with surprising findings from the study. The conversation discusses the increase in the prevalence of mental health disorders over the years and the comparison between Nemesis 2 and Nemesis 3 data. It highlights the need for specialized mental health care and the unmet need for such care. The impact of RAN's work in addressing these needs is emphasized. The conversation concludes with favorite quotes and a call for topic suggestions. Takeaways

• RAN aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and support individuals in need.
• The research series focuses on high-impact journal articles that provide up-to-date and reliable information on mental health.
• The prevalence of mental disorders is high, with almost half of the respondents having a DSM-5 disorder at some point in their lives.
• COVID-19 did not significantly impact the prevalence of mental disorders, but the overall prevalence has increased over the years.
• The study highlights the importance of addressing mental health and providing support to individuals in need.

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Article:

Ten Have M, Tuithof M, van Dorsselaer S, Schouten F, Luik AI, de Graaf R. Prevalence and trends of common mental disorders from 2007-2009 to 2019-2022: results from the Netherlands Mental Health Survey and Incidence Studies (NEMESIS), including comparison of prevalence rates before vs. during the COVID-19 pandemic. World Psychiatry. 2023 Jun;22(2):275-285. doi: 10.1002/wps.21087. PMID: 37159351; PMCID: PMC10168151.

Welcome to Episode 42.

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Summary

Author Matt Scott shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a published author. He discusses the challenges he faced in the corporate world and how he overcame self-doubt and built confidence. Matt emphasizes the importance of leadership and creating a positive work environment. He also shares his experience in writing and publishing books, as well as his understanding of different cultures and breaking stereotypes. Matt concludes by discussing his future projects and the challenges he anticipates. In this conversation, Matt Scott discusses his writing process, the dream of writing full-time, and the organic nature of writing. He emphasizes the importance of not giving up and exploring other opportunities, as well as finding the right agent who can provide professional feedback and push him to be better. Matt also shares his experiences and lessons learned from past mistakes in the publishing industry. He warns about scammers in the literary world and highlights the significance of resilience and overcoming setbacks. Finally, he encourages listeners to discover their purpose and find happiness by doing what makes them happiest.

Takeaways

• Overcoming self-doubt and building confidence is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Creating a positive work environment and effective leadership are essential for employee satisfaction and success.
• Taking control of your career and pursuing your passion can lead to greater fulfillment and happiness.
• Understanding different cultures and breaking stereotypes can foster empathy and connection. Don't give up on your writing dreams and be open to exploring different opportunities.
• Find an agent who will provide professional feedback and push you to be better.
• Learn from past mistakes and take necessary steps to protect yourself in the publishing industry.
• Beware of scammers in the literary world and do thorough research before engaging with anyone.
• Resilience is key to overcoming setbacks and achieving success.
• Discover your purpose and do what makes you happiest to find true happiness in life.

MATT SCOTT is the author of the SURVIVING THE LION'S DEN thriller trilogy, which debuted in 2021. Matt earned his bachelor's degree in political science and history from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, where he had the honor of studying under former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), General Sam Wilson, who was the college's president and initially introduced Matt to the world of espionage. During his subsequent studies, Matt became fascinated by the CIA and read dozens of non-fiction books related to Middle East politics, spy craft, the CIA's war against terrorism, tales of clandestine spies and double agents, and memoirs of former agency directors.

Matt's latest action-packed political thriller is THE AYATOLLAH TAKEDOWN (pub. 3/21/23). His two previous novels in the series include SURVIVING THE LION'S DEN (2021) and THE IRANIAN DECEPTION

(2022).

Matt grew up in Portsmouth, Virginia, and resides with his wife Amanda in Charlotte, North Carolina. Matt works as a professional financial analyst and amateur golden retriever wrangler when he's not writing.

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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation's "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. This is episode #40, where Max Martini will read Joshua Young's blog post entitled "Unseen Wounds: A Journey from Invisibility to Healing." You can read this blog post on our website here: https://www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org/post/unseen-wounds-a-journey-from-invisibility-to-healing

Max Martini has appeared in over 100 different projects during his 42 years of acting, including prominent roles in films such as Saving Private Ryan, Captain Phillips, Pacific Rim, and 13 hours. Max is also known for his roles on 24, The Purge, NCIS: Los Angeles, his 4 seasons as Mack Gerhardt on the CBS show The Unit, and most recently playing the role of Detective Don Ellis on the hit show Bosch (BAWSH): Legacy.

Outside of acting, writing, directing, and producing, Max is passionate about supporting veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, substance abuse, homelessness, and mental health challenges. We want to take a moment to acknowledge the amazing and compassionate work Max has done with Warriors Heart, Higher Ground, and the Gary Sinise (SEE-NIECE) Foundation. The links to these 3 charities are listed in the show notes.

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