Best Maladapted Podcasts (2024)

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Maladaptive Perfectionism with Rob Orman, MD 38:17

10d ago38:17

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In this special episode, Sam Ashoo MD and Rob Orman MD discuss the concept of Maladaptive Perfectionism and its application to emergency medicine. Understanding Maladaptive Perfectionism Case Example and Discussion Adaptive vs Maladaptive Perfectionism Personal Experiences and Legal Challenges Dealing with Negative Outcomes Strategies for Managing …

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Helping Your Unmotivated Teen with Melanie McNally, PsyD 39:47

21h ago39:47

39:47

Melanie McNally, PsyD, author of Helping Your Unmotivated Teen, joins us to talk about igniting your teen’s motivation to engage, create, excel, and reach their goals. McNally is a licensed clinical psychologist and brain coach who helps adolescents build self-awareness and create authentic goals for a fulfilling future. She is a strong advocate fo…

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Chaos and Resilience: Surviving a Hurricane in Asheville, NC 15:21

2d ago15:21

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In this episode, Dr. Julia Draper shares her firsthand account of managing a crisis during a hurricane in Asheville, North Carolina. As the area faced unprecedented flooding, Dr. Draper describes the challenges faced at Mission Hospital, including loss of power and water. She details the innovative solutions the hospital implemented and highlights …

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Flawed Policies and Stigma 47:08

5d ago47:08

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In this episode, Mark and Charles explore the historical context of psychiatric screenings, the purging of perceived weaknesses, and the staggering rates of psychiatric casualties from the Civil War to modern-day conflicts. The discussion highlights the flawed policies, the stigmatization of mental health, and the hidden PTSD among elite forces. Tu…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Rolling with and Supporting the Resistant Client 3:34

6d ago3:34

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Leah Aguirre, LCSW, coauthor of The Girl’s Guide to Relationships, Sexuality, and Consent, shares how to roll with and support the resistant client. Leah is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in San Diego, CA. She works primarily with teens and adults who have experienced complex trauma, including childhood abuse, domestic violence, and d…

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Panic with Charles Schaeffer, PhD 41:07

8d ago41:07

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Charles Schaeffer, PhD, author of When Panic Happens, joins us to discuss anxiety and panic disorder. Charles is a licensed psychologist, and adjunct clinical faculty member at New York University who has been teaching students and patients how to use the latest research to overcome panic, sleep, and anxiety disorders for more than a decade. Schaef…

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112.5 – Reliable Rewatches (or: The Twin Demons of Capitalism and Nostalgia)

9d ago

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As we slowly crawl to the end of another excruciating year, the Hallo-Thanks-Mas holiday corridor creeps up along with it. As is often the case with these periods, we sometimes fall back on tried-and-true movies to rewatch (or music to listen, or games to play, or whatever, do what works for you). Leigh, Brendan, and Chris have a short chat about t…

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Ep132: How to Work With Anger 29:15

9d ago29:15

29:15

Join Michaela as she discusses anger including two types of anger, common mistakes when working with anger, how to learn from anger, and the dangers of spiritual bypass and rage circles.00:00 - How to work with anger01:12 - Two types of anger02:33 - Working with anger in one’s practice03:13 - Anger is an important part of being human04:58 - Anger v…

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Purging Weakness & Pension Trauma Debate 59:37

20d ago59:37

59:37

Mark and Charles talk about Chapter 7 of their book, "Psychiatric Casualties," focusing on the military's strategy of purging weakness to avoid learning from war trauma. They discuss the historical context of trauma pension debates, the ineffectiveness of psychiatric screenings, and the ongoing struggle to recognize PTSD as legitimate suffering. Th…

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112 – Love’s Labour’s Lost

25d ago

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Rita Mae Brown’s definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results. On an unrelated note, in this episode Leigh, Brendan, and Chris return to the filmography of Kenneth Branagh just to see how we feel about perhaps his most unusual and unique movie, his 2000 Shakespeare adaptation Love’s Labour’s Lost. Yes, t…

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Ep131: Yearning, Feminism, & Relationship 29:51

24d ago29:51

29:51

Join Michaela as she answers a viewer question about the struggles to find a man in one’s 30s and 40s, how to find and align your values, and whether or not the desire for a relationship betrays feminist ideals.00:00 - Struggling to find a partner in my 30s and 40s02:05 - Isabel Angélica Allende and intimacy in later life03:22 - Pros and cons of da…

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Elder Abuse and Neglect 32:13

27d ago32:13

32:13

In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the September 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Elder Abuse and Neglect: Making the Diagnosis and Devising a Treatment Plan in the Emergency Department Introduction and Announcements Elder Abuse and Neglect: An Overview Risk Factors and Reporting Pre-Hospital and Emergency Departmen…

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The Cost of Denial: Adaptive and Maladaptive Denial 48:07

1M ago48:07

48:07

Today's episode taps into the discussion of the historical context of denial in military mental health, the consequences of this denial, and the ongoing challenges faced by service members. Mark and Charles also touch on their personal anecdotes, the role of denial in both adaptive and maladaptive forms, and the importance of accountability and sys…

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111.5 – Maladapted from a Video Game

1M ago

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Remember a few weeks ago when the Borderlands movie came out and no one liked it and it flopped and we all agreed that there was no reason to talk about it ever again? Well, we’re talking about it briefly. Or to be more specific, we’re talking broadly about movies adapted from video games, a much-maligned niche that has only rarely ever resulted in…

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Ep130: How to Optimise Your Evening Routine 15:57

1M ago15:57

15:57

Join Michaela as she shares the surprising power of an evening routine, reveals her own evening routine, and offers tips about how to construct your own. 00:00 - On routine01:16 - Why have an evening routine?01:41 - Your evening starts in the morning03:08 - The miracle of the human design03:35 - Evening sunlight and avoiding bluelight04:58 - Ancien…

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Physicians on Social Media 37:53

1M ago37:53

37:53

In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews social media marketing expert Adam Goodcoff, DO, Founder and CEO of MedFluencers. Meet Dr. Adam Goodcoff The Role of Physicians on Social Media Legal Considerations for Physicians on Social Media Employer Policies and Social Media Creating Engaging Content Balancing Professionalism and Personal Life on Soci…

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The Hidden Costs of War 1:52:34

2M ago1:52:34

1:52:34

In this episode, Charles Figley, along with Mark Russell and Kathy Regan Figley, discuss the chronic neglect of psychiatric casualties and how the military frequently ignores the full cost of war. The conversation touches on a range of topics, including traumatic memories, fear-related symptoms, and the systemic issues that prevent proper mental he…

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111 – Van Helsing

2M ago

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Our Summer of Failed Franchises (mercifully?) comes to an end with perhaps the most flagrant franchise bait yet, Stephen Sommer’s 2004 monster mash up Van Helsing. That’s right, at long last you can be chilled by terrifying imagery such as Dracula cosplaying as Gerard Way, Hugh Jackman with nightmarishly bad extensions, and a Frankenstein’s monster…

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Ep129: Attachment Styles 101 35:55

2M ago35:55

35:55

Join Michaela for an exploration of attachment theory including secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganised styles. Michaela explains each style and answers a viewer question about how to work with avoidant tendencies in otherwise positive long-term relationship. 00:00 - Trends in psychology02:30 - What is attachment theory?03:59 - 4 attachment sty…

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Sickle Cell Disease in the ED 56:08

2M ago56:08

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the August 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Sickle Cell Disease Epidemiology Common Presentation of Sickle Cell Disease in the ED Screening and Diagnosis Differences Epidemiology: 200,000 ED Visits Annually, 85% for Pain Pathophysiol…

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The First Time It Happened 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

What would you do, if you knew they were yours? Support the show Thanks for listening to PHANTOM LIMB! We're a sci-fi, horror, and weird fiction anthology podcast; we create strange new tales with original music and immersive sound design. Support us on Patreon for tons of neat bonus stuff at https://www.patreon.com/phantomlimb! For the ideal liste…

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110.5 – Trailer Trash Talk

2M ago

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Obviously we’ve got some general movie spoilers to contend with in this episode, so be forewarned! Stemming from a brief digression in our last episode, Leigh, Brendan, and Chris kick around some thoughts on the state of modern movie trailers. How much information is too much information to reveal? What should a movie trailer ideally cover? How are…

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Ep128: Morning Routine & Michaela’s Practice 33:38

2M ago33:38

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Join Michaela and Steve for a Summer catchup as Michaela discusses her own morning routine and Summer practice regime, how to design a personal practice, how to use journalling and other techniques, upcoming creative and teaching projects, and productivity tips.00:00 - Summer catch-up02:13 - Michaela’s Summer personal practice 03:30 - What makes a …

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Weaponizing Stigma Part II 1:42:35

2M ago1:42:35

1:42:35

In this episode, Kathy Figley joins Mark and Charles in focusing on the stigmatization and systemic barriers that prevent service members from seeking necessary treatment. Kathy, who brings her unique perspective as a wife, first responder, and traumatologist works collectively with Mark and Charles as they explore the dark side strategies used to …

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Season Three Discussion: The Mothers & The Sons 1:43:05

2M ago1:43:05

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Join Matt, Ben, and Alex for a behind-the-scenes look at “The Mothers & the Sons." Support the show Thanks for listening to PHANTOM LIMB! We're a sci-fi, horror, and weird fiction anthology podcast; we create strange new tales with original music and immersive sound design. Support us on Patreon for tons of neat bonus stuff at https://www.patreon.c…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Managing Extreme Maladaptive Borderline Personality Disorder Content 4:57

3M ago4:57

4:57

Daniel J. Fox, PhD, leader of the Taking Charge of Borderline Personality Disorder Online Course, shares how to manage extreme, maladaptive borderline personality disorder. Daniel is a licensed psychologist in Texas, international speaker, and award-winning author. He has been specializing in the treatment and assessment of individuals with persona…

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#34 - Bobby Azarian: How Complexity Imbues The Universe With Meaning 1:18:34

3M ago1:18:34

1:18:34

In this episode I’m joined by neuroscientist Bobby Azarian, who authored the 2022 book, The Romance of Reality: How the Universe Organizes Itself to Create Life, Consciousness, and Cosmic Complexity. I interviewed Bobby two years ago when the book was released, where he explained to me how the second law of thermodynamics creates complexity as a wa…

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Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors with Diane Petrella, MSW 1:02:55

3M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Diane Petrella, MSW, author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors, joins us to talk about healing emotional eating for trauma survivors. Diane is a licensed independent clinical social worker specializing in childhood trauma and emotional eating. Early in her nearly forty-year career, she codeveloped the first child sexual abuse treatmen…

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110 – Artemis Fowl

3M ago

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Our summer miniseries of Failed Franchises continues unabated with a look at an adaptation of a pretty popular children’s book that stagnated for years in development hell, had a wildly troubled production period, was unceremoniously dumped on a streaming service because of a plague, and was then taken off again in exchange for a tax write-off. Alm…

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Weaponizing Stigma 1:33:45

3M ago1:33:45

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In this powerful episode, Mark and Charles talk about weaponizing stigma with special guest Kathy, a seasoned mental health professional and disaster responder. Together, they explore the institutional, public, and self-stigma that surrounds mental health in the military, drawing parallels with first responders and disaster workers. Through persona…

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Worry with Ben Eckstein, LCSW 48:32

3M ago48:32

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Ben Eckstein, LCSW, author of Worrying is Optional, joins us to discuss worry. Ben is owner and director of Bull City Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center in Durham, NC. Eckstein was trained at McLean Hospital’s OCD Institute, and has been specializing in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) for more than a decade. He serves o…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Helping Your Clients Develop a Sense of Self-Worth 4:23

3M ago4:23

4:23

Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD, author of The Insecure in Love Workbook, shares how to help your clients develop a sense of self-worth. Leslie is an internationally published author, speaker, and psychologist. She is a trusted expert on relationship issues,and author of Insecure in Love and Bouncing Back from Rejection. She writes a blog called Making C…

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Dialysis Emergencies 45:22

3M ago45:22

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the July 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Dialysis Overview of Dialysis Complications Key Dialysis ComplicationsCardiovascular Disease Congestive Heart Failure Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade Neurological Sequelae…

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Parental Anxiety with Debra Kissen, PhD 42:48

3M ago42:48

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Debra Kissen, PhD, coauthor of Overcoming Parental Anxiety, joins us to discuss parental anxiety. Debra is a licensed clinical psychologist, and CEO of Light On Anxiety CBT Treatment Center. Kissen specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and related disorders, and is coauthor of The Panic Workbook for Teens, Rewire Your Anxiou…

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109.5 – Problematic Faves

3M ago

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Whether it’s a husky-voiced puppet master creeping on his unrequited love’s daughter or a charming ’60s romantic comedy that also happens to periodically feature a ghoulish yellow-face caricature of a Japanese man, we’ve all got faves that simultaneously have some deep-seated issues. Listen in with Leigh, Brendan, and Chris as we discuss some of ou…

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Ep127: My Successful Partner Finds Other Women Attractive 10:28

3M ago10:28

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Michaela Boehm answers questions in a recent live workshop about the pros and cons of dating successful men who find other women attractive. 00:00 - Why does my man still find other women attractive?02:19 - Pros and cons of dating successful men06:11 - Using the Coolidge effect to keep the spark aliveBuy Michaela’s Flavors of the Feminine Deck: htt…

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Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting with Katelyn E. Baxter-Musser, LCSW 38:30

3M ago38:30

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Katelyn E. Baxter-Musser, LCSW, author of The DBT Workbook for Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting, joins us to talk about narcissistic abuse and gaslighting. Katelyn is a licensed clinical social worker, EMDRIA-approved consultant, and certified in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). In addition to her private practice, she is a national presenter …

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Post War Anger and the Veteran Treatment Court System 1:21:59

3M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

"Less than 1% of our society today decides to join the military, and I think it justifies providing differential treatment towards veterans, particularly combat veterans." ~ Mark Russell In today’s episode, Mark Russell and Charles Figley discuss the weaponization of the criminal justice system against Veterans and share personal anecdotes of post-…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Working with Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents 4:26

3M ago4:26

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Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD, leader of the Healing for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Online Course, shares how to treat adult children of emotionally immature parents. Lindsay is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with more than thirty years’ experience working in both public service and private practice. Her books—including t…

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S. 4 E. 5 "Maladaptive Daydreaming!?" 23:31

4M ago23:31

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Hello and welcome to the episode! Today's episode is a general discussion of Maladaptive Daydreaming, a commonly used internet-psychology term that doesn't have a real clinical definition as of the recording of this episode. Keep in mind as always that these episodes (and quizzes) are for entertainment only and I am a mere college student with no e…

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Psychosis with Maggie Mullen, LCSW 46:39

4M ago46:39

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Maggie Mullen, LCSW, author of The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Psychosis, joins us to discuss psychosis. Maggie is a clinical social worker, national trainer, and community activist with more than a decade of experience helping people navigate psychosis. They specialize in culturally responsive, evidence-based care for psychoti…

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109 – Lost in Space

4M ago

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It’s humid and hot and wildly unpleasant to be outdoors, meaning that summer is thusly upon us and more importantly, that we’re starting yet another mini-series for the summer months. Our theme this year is Failed Franchises, where we focus on movies that were supposed to launch a wildly successful franchise but then just sort of embarrassingly fiz…

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Psychological Fortitude and Black Mental Health with Rheeda Walker, PhD 45:22

4M ago45:22

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Rheeda Walker, PhD, author of The Unapologetic Workbook for Black Mental Health, joins us to talk about psychological fortitude and Black mental health. Rheeda is an award-winning professor of psychology at the University of Houston, and author of the self-help phenomenon, The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health. Rheeda is also author of No R…

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#33 - Ken Sheldon: Goals, Autonomy, Free Will, and A.I. 53:01

4M ago53:01

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On this episode I'm joined by psychology professor and researcher at the University of Missouri, Ken Sheldon. Ken focuses on a few of my favorite subjects in his research, namely that of personality, motivation, goals, happiness, and well-being. He’s also a leading researcher on the self-determination theory, arguably the world’s leading theory on …

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S. 4 E. 4 "Cracking Open my Psyche" 50:21

4M ago50:21

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Hey gang! In this episode, I give some health and hobby updates and reveal the basic inspiration behind my personality, a source I rediscovered just a couple weeks ago. There's a lot to be said here, hope you enjoy catching up with me! :) Listen in, and Dream On! Social Media: Instagram - @dream_on_podcast Send a voice message at our Spotify Podcas…

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Ep126: Finding Love & Dating Multiple Men 10:32

4M ago10:32

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Michaela Boehm answers questions in a recent live workshop about dating strategies to find a partner, dating multiple men, and how to regulate fight or flight in relationship.00:00 - Is it too late for me to find love?00:44 - Dating strategies to find a partner03:19 - Dating divorced men05:06 - Streamlining your dating mission statement05:44 - Dati…

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Legal Prosecution, Incarceration and Executions of Mental Illness 1:19:00

4M ago1:19:00

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A clinical discussion exploring the historical and ongoing neglect of psychiatric issues among military personnel, highlighting the severe consequences of this neglect through various wars, including World War II, Vietnam, and the recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Discover the dark side of military discipline, the cruel treatments meted out…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: The Key to Treating Borderline Personality Disorder 4:03

4M ago4:03

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Daniel J. Fox, PhD, leader of the Taking Charge of Borderline Personality Disorder Online Course, shares the key to treating borderline personality disorder. Daniel is a licensed psychologist in Texas, an international speaker, and an award-winning author. He has specialized in the treatment and assessment of individuals with personality disorders …

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Opioid Use Disorder in the ED - An Interview with Corey Hazekamp, MD, MS 44:10

4M ago44:10

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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD interview Corey Hazekamp, MD, MS, one of authors of the June 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Managing Emergency Department Patients With Opioid Use Disorder Current State of Opioid Epidemic Overview of overdose deaths and trends. Data and statistics about opioid overdose mortality rates. …

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Compulsive Reassurance Seeking with Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LCPC 42:57

4M ago42:57

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Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LPC, author of The Compulsive Reassurance Seeking Workbook, joins us to discuss compulsive reassurance seeking. Amanda is an obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) specialist, licensed in multiple states. She is a member of the International OCD Foundation, the TLC Foundation for BFRBs…

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