The Captain's Couch

This week on the Couch we finish up on our conversation surrounding postpartum depression.  I read listener feedback and interview my sister-in-law, Shelby Strong.  We talk about her struggle with postpartum depression after having my nephew.  We also talked about ADHD in adults and her struggle with it.  We discussed flaws in the mental health field and how privilege can play a big part into the quality of care people receive in medical and mental health care. We talked about Shelby's journey for advocating for racial justice and equality. 

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This week I continue my interview series on postpartum depression.  I speak to my really sweet internet friend, Jamelle (@mellemelles on Twitter) who just might be on Jeopardy soon!!!!! She opens up about her experience with postpartum and just how scary this type of depression can become.  She talks about her recovery and ongoing mental history story.  

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This week on my Couch, I'm join by a guest to continue my conversation on Postpartum Depression. This week Bre (@_itsMissBre), the host of the Mama Meets World (IG:MamaMeetsWorldPod and personal IG @bretastical , @mamameetspod on Twitter) podcast joins me. The Mama Meets Podcast is a bi-monthly show about black womanhood and motherhood from a 30-something divorcee. It is apart of the Flawless Noises Media Network. Use the hashtag, #FNMediaProd.  Bre opens up about her experiences with postpartum depression and how the tough lessons learned from her first pregnancy helped her make a smoother recovery in her second.  We discussed systematic obstacles that made treatment more difficult as well. 

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This week on the Couch, I look at mistakes we make in life. I focus on "The Science and Art of Making Mistakes" and 3 types of mistakes we find in life. We also explore lessons we can learn from our mistakes that can be valuable to our growth.

Articles used in this episode:

https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-traits-excellence/201609/the-art-and-science-mistakes?amp_js_v=a3&_gsa=1&&usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D#aoh=15939720404560&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fthe-traits-excellence%2F201609%2Fthe-art-and-science-mistakes

https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shift-mind/201105/what-is-mistake?amp_js_v=a3&_gsa=1&&usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D#aoh=15939720404560&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fshift-mind%2F201105%2Fwhat-is-mistake

https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/40-things-you-learn-from-making-mistakes.html

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This week on the Couch, I finish up with Season 4 of #InsecureHBO.  I focus more so on Tiffany and Derek's storyline and Tiffany's struggle with Postpartum Depression.  I explore the symptoms and treatment for postpartum, and why black women are at higher risk and less likely to seek treatment for postpartum depression.  

Articles used in this episode:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/postpartum-depression/symptoms-causes/syc-20376617

https://www.parents.com/baby/health/postpartum-depression/black-moms-are-suffering-from-postpartum-depression-in-silence-and-that-needs-to-change/

https://drsarahallen.com/support-new-mom-with-ppd/

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This week on the sectional, I look at the seemingly growing reconciliation of Lawrence and Issa. I look at steps to look at if you think about taking your ex back after a break up. I also normalize the vulnerability Lawrence and Issa showed and how it could go a long way in their new romance.

Articles used in this episode:

https://www.talkspace.com/blog/get-back-together-with-ex/

https://www.withmyexagain.com/blog/reconcile-with-your-ex/

https://www.weraddicted.com/5-ground-rules-for-reconciling-with-an-ex/

https://www.counseling2transform.com/performing-a-relationship-autopsy.html

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about the show as well. 

This week on my safe space of a couch. I talked briefly about last week's absence due to the state of the country, racism, and the process of going back to therapy after taking a break. I explore why people leave therapy and you can make the most of your time away. I recap Episode 7 of #InsecureHBO 

Articles used in this episode:

https://dysfunctioninterrupted.com/5-reasons-why-people-quit-psychotherapy/

https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-squeaky-wheel/201209/reaping-benefits-after-break-psychotherapy?amp=&usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15915483581530&_ct=1591548415236&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fintl%2Fblog%2Fthe-squeaky-wheel%2F201209%2Freaping-benefits-after-break-psychotherapy

https://www.borislhensonfoundation.org/covid-19-free-virtual-therapy-application/#about

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This week on my lovely couch surrounded by my pets, I explore Confirmation and Negativity bias in relationships. I recap Episode 6 and 7 of Season 4 of #Insecure and use them as examples of how these two biases have been working to the detriment of Issa and Molly.  I also explore how we gather information to support our preconceived ideas or beliefs.  I also examine why our brain and psyche is so fixated on negative stimuli and experiences.  

Articles used in this episode:

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-confirmation-bias-2795024

https://www-psychologytoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-choice/201504/what-is-confirmation-bias?amp=&usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D&_js_v=0.1#aoh=15903456727990&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fus%2Fblog%2Fscience-choice%2F201504%2Fwhat-is-confirmation-bias

https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618

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