You Ask, We Answer

Mental health impacts everyone. Every day people are online actively asking questions and seeking answers related to mental health. Psych Hub and HCA Healthcare, in collaboration with Columbia University’s Department of Psychiatry, have partnered to create a 10-episode podcast series called “You Ask, We Answer” to bring people credible online mental health education.

Psych Hub interviews Dr. Sidney Hankerson, co-director of the Columbia University Wellness Center, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and a Research Scientist at the New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Hankerson is a nationally recognized expert on faith-based mental health services, and his work has been presented at the White House, United Nations, and the National Institute of Mental Health.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will discuss spirituality and mental health.

Psych Hub interviews Dr. Zachary Blumkin, a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of the Columbia Day Program and Accelerated DBT Program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC). Dr. Blumkin specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. He has experience navigating all levels of the education system, addressing family issues, and teaching parenting skills.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will discuss parenting during a pandemic as well as general parenting advice. We'll hear tips on if time-out is harmful and strategies parents shouldn’t use.

Psych Hub interviews Dr. Erin Engle, a licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director at Columbia Psychiatry. Dr. Engle is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover what mindfulness is and how it affects our physical and mental health. We'll hear tips on how to begin practicing mindfulness and how it can help reduce stress.

Psych Hub interviews Dr. Andrew Chen, Chief Medical Officer for United States Nordic Sport and team physician for the United States Olympic Team. Dr. Chen specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover what it takes to achieve peak performance. We'll hear tips from Dr. Chen on what it takes day-in and day-out to lead a high-performance life.

Psych Hub interviews Dr Deborah Glasofer, who has devoted her career to researching eating behavior and treatment for anorexia and bulimia.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover body image and eating disorders.

Psych Hub interviews Diana Samuel, MD, the go-to expert for depression, anxiety and women's health.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover antidepressants, treatment options, and how to support someone with suicidal thoughts.

As someone who has ADHD and dyslexia himself, Ned Hallowell, MD, (psychiatrist and world authority on ADHD) will share from first-hand experience how to manage symptoms.

Psych Hub interviews Ned Hallowell, MD, the world authority on ADHD. Dr. Hallowell doesn't treat disability—he unwraps gifts and believes that ADHD has many benefits that can be used to your advantage. 

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover what is ADHD, the #1 most common symptom, treatment options, and how to live a happy and productive life with ADHD.

Psych Hub interviews Drew Ramsey, MD, nutritional psychiatrist, farmer, and author of 50 Shades of Kale and Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety. 

He is one of psychiatry's leading proponents of improving your mental health through dietary changes.

In this episode of Ask the Expert, we will cover the link between food and mood, what foods to eat and what foods to avoid, what is the ANDI score, and more!