Welcome to Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio, featuring viewpoints and insights about autism for parents and professionals who support children with autism every day. We select our speakers and guests based on their expertise and experience in the field of autism, and we want this program to bring you fresh ideas, practical tips and renewed hope. The ideas and opinions expressed on this program are not necessarily the viewpoint of Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health.
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Keeping it real about mental health. Our guests and listeners are from all over the globe and all walks of life. The signature show on Mental Health News Radio Network - the world's first podcast network dedicated to our favorite subject: Mental Health!
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You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. On this platform, You too? we will be featuring the stories of our coaches, Youturn Health employees, and YOU! You never know if your story might be the catalyst for someone t ...
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Goodness Chick empowers you to live life with a full cup rather than an empty one; focusing on mental wellness, self care, healthy relationships, the power of kindness and incorporating volunteerism into our lifestyle.
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Do you wonder what stimulates your happy brain chemicals- dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, endorphin? Answer your questions with these lively conversations between Loretta Breuning and real readers of her book, Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain your brain to boost your serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin and endorphin levels. Still have more questions? Read the book and be a guest on the show yourself! Contact Dr. Breuning and learn more about her work at the Inner Mammal Institute at: InnerMammalIns ...
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Knowing that mental wellness is a topic that deeply affects each and every one of us, McLean Hospital brings you Mindful Things, a podcast dedicated to real talk about the conditions and situations we face daily yet rarely discuss. In each episode, we sit down with some very special guests, including experts from Harvard Medical School, as well as ordinary people living extraordinary lives, to dig deep into everyday challenges while also exploring their own experiences with conditions such a ...
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Your host, Kim Saeed takes you on a journey toward recovery and transformation following narcissistic abuse.
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Co-hosts Francis Iacobucci (he/him/his) and Catherine Brown (she/her/hers) explore the complexities and profound impacts of eating disorders. With insights from individuals in recovery, mental health professionals, and family members, Eating Disorders: Navigating Recovery helps break the stigma surrounding eating disorders and provides a platform for engagement and connection. The recovery journey is not linear; whether you have struggled with disordered eating for days or years, we are here ...
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Host Dawn Westmoreland brings in guest experts to discuss strategies to stand up to bullying and discrimination for adults and children. This podcast offers tips on resiliency, overcoming, healing and other guidance to empower listeners. Do you want to know how to help children who are bullied in their schools or how to handle workplace bullying? Dawn and her guests blow the whistle on tactics used to bully and discriminate people and provide solutions that create healthy and safe work envir ...
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Life. Playing by the rules, doing the right thing, working hard and striving to be a good person can give us a sense of control and security. At least that is what Leah believed until she was diagnosed with advanced ovarian and breast cancer when she was 46 years old. She quickly realized that life is truly precarious - filled with uncertainty and dependent on chance. Through hearing other's stories of their precarious moments, we realize that this is actually what connects us as human being ...
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Do You Ever Feel Like Everything Is Going Up In Flames? Fire fighters, police officers, military, EMS providers, medical personnel and all first responders are under immense pressure and stress, day in and day out. This can lead to incredible challenges both at work and at home. My mission is to put a spotlight on these problems and help find solutions with the Rescue the Rescuer podcast. I want to help shred the shame and highlight strategies that work to alleviate and eliminate common stum ...
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Join Andrea Schneider, MSW, LCSW (licensed clinical social worker/psychotherapist) as she Interviews top experts in the field on the latest in mental health interventions, studies, and healing modalities for topics on narcissistic abuse recovery/ healing from toxic relationships; trauma and loss; maternal mental health (perinatal depression/anxiety; traumatic birth, perinatal loss, infertility; life/role transitions from menarche to menopause ); special needs parenting; and many other topics ...
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We take our work as empaths seriously and realize it's time to grow. It's time to look at being highly sensitive as a strength. Emotions are powerful. Join us to learn how to inspire them, utilize them to be of service, and live freely as your most authentic self. Our most popular series on Mental Health News Radio is now its own podcast. Tune in, join in, spread the word - but most of all - feel inspired and empowered about your highly empathic self.
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The Time Out for Mental Health Podcast is where we speak to sports figures about their experience with Mental Health issues related to Depression, Masculinity and Suicide. These sensitive topics are often swept under the rug as detailed in my new book, YOU DON’T HAVE TO SWALLOW YOUR GUN, A Simple Book for Men About Depression, Masculinity and Suicide. Men, in particular, need support to ask for help when they feel “OFF” and don’t know what is really going on with them. If they do not seek he ...
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“Beyond Risk and Back” is a beacon of hope for parents grappling with the most harrowing challenges of teen parenting. This distinguished podcast, ranking in the top 3% of parenting podcasts globally, serves as an essential resource for mothers, fathers, and caregivers who are on the brink, of dealing with teenagers facing severe issues such as addiction, mental health crises, and the dangers of trafficking. Target Audience: The core listeners are parents—80% mothers—whose teenagers are not ...
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You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. When we share with others, th…
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You have heard on Converge Autism Radio, Dan Holmes and "Just the Guys!" but listeners asked for more stories about girls and women on the autism Spectrum. Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes, her daughter Sydney, Molly, Sarah, and Julie as they discuss autism and women! Sydney shares her journey as identified early in life and entering a marriage relationsh…
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Revolutionizing Addiction Awareness in Hospitality
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Join Kristin and Kimberly for a conversation about addiction recovery in the hospitality industry. The challenges faced when you work around all or some of your major addiction triggers. Kimberly Flear is a passionate advocate for change within the hospitality industry, combining over two decades of experience with a personal journey through addict…
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Join Kristin and Gaile as they discuss how difficult it can be, depending on where you live, to find Autism resources for your family. Gaile Valcho is originally from New York and has an MBA from Florida Atlantic University. She is a wife and mom to a teenage autistic boy. She has over a decade of experience in the autism community and is certified…
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Autism: A Couple of Rebels Doing Things Our Way
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Join Kristin from Mental Health News Radio and Jeremy from Nuero FM as they discuss how "unhelpful" a small part of the world of Autism can be when we try to narrate and judge other people's experiences. For those of us diagnosed later in life, we have an entire experience with many years to unpack. We will say things "incorrectly" according to ???…
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Join Kristin and Jenilee to discuss parenting with children on the Autism Spectrum. As a professional life coach and autism coach, Jenilee brings lived experience, problem-solving skills, compassionate support, and creativity into each coaching session. Jenilee asks hard questions while listening, guiding, and coaching clients in their unique life …
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Autism: Multi-sensory Learning and Multiple Disabilities
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Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes with Beverly and Megan at the 2024 Converge Autism conference for a discussion about multi-sensory learning. Beverly Brown and Megan Spann both work at AIDB. The Alabama Institute of the Deaf and Blind, Helen Keller School of Alabama offers families of multi-disabled students specially designed instruction that aids in suc…
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The Key to Social Communication Skills: Self-Identity
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Today, Dr. Stephanie and Carolyn discuss self-concept, self-identity, and self-esteem as key ingredients to building social communication skills. Carolyn's curriculum starts from a neurodiverse-affirming lens that is strengths-based and effective. Carolyn Long is a speech-language pathologist and is the creator of the Social Optics curriculum. http…
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Our brain is designed to have life-or-death feelings about social recognition, so locking up phones and deleting social accounts will not end bad feelings. Our only option is to learn to manage our quirky brain. https://InnerMammalInstitute.org The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta …
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Places Where ALL Children Can Be THEMSELVES
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Join Kristin and Gaile for a discussion about how difficult it can be, depending on where you live, to find Autism resources for your family. Gaile Valcho is originally from New York and has an MBA from Florida Atlantic University. She is a wife and mom to a teenage autistic boy. She has over a decade of experience in the autism community and is ce…
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Connection Creates Hope, Hope Saves Lives with David Bartley
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David Bartley has a story to share, and we get right into it! Join us for an intense but cathartic conversation about David's journey with suicidal ideation and his mental health. David Bartley is known as a dynamic speaker, storyteller, and trainer. With real-life anecdotes that evoke laughter and tears, David informs and captivates audiences. Alo…
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The Crucial Role of Parents with Autistic Children
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Join Kristin and Jenilee as they discuss the loving challenges parents can face with children on the spectrum. As a professional life coach and autism coach, Jenilee brings lived experience, problem solving skills, compassionate support and creativity into each coaching session. Jenilee asks the hard questions while listening, guiding and coaching …
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Politics sparks dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin so we keep wanting more, but it makes us feel bad in the long run. Here’s how to relieve your addiction to politics. The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of "Habits o…
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You Too? A Story of Addiction, Recovery, and Giving Back
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You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. When we share with others, th…
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Join Dr. Stephanie as she and Quatiba Davis (a panel expert and speaker at the Converge Autism conference) discuss Autism in the classroom. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects individuals in various ways, making it essential for clinicians to understand how to support students with autism in school clearly. Bio: Quatiba Davis M.Ed.…
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Neurodivergence Support within Minority Communities
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Join Angel and Kristin to discuss the 4 A's of Autism and supporting minority communities! Angel Wilson, M.S., after 15 years in the autism field, had pretty much done it all. From Therapist to Developmental Specialist, Supervisor, Trainer, Assessor, and Interventionist, she learned and saw a LOT. What she noticed, though, were the concerns coming …
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How To Avoid Getting Sucked into Other People’s Misery
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Here are 3 simple steps to feel good despite the inevitable negativity of family, friends, coworkers, and public affairs. The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of "Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain your brain to boost …
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Human & Artificial Intelligence Meet Up to Help You Realize Your Potential
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Join Chip Bottone and Kresimir Klenovic, Founder of Natably, as they discuss their app, its intended impact on the Autism community, and how AI is being developed to help us all reach our full potential. https://natably.com/By MHNR Network, LLC
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Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes as she meets Kelley Ryals at the AACC conference during her poster presentation on Autism and Trauma. I wanted to have her as a guest to discuss when it is autism & trauma and when trauma is misdiagnosed as autism. We talk, about ADHD, ASD, Trauma distinguishing them apart and when they are combined. Kelley's bio in her ow…
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Dr. Sirota founded the Ruthless Compassion Institute to teach people to be “kind” instead of “nice,” because the latter is often dysfunctional. (https://marciasirotamd.com/ruthless-compassion-institute) The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mamm…
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Today Dr. Holmes discusses the PEERS curriculum and its design for social-relational skills for teens and young adults on the spectrum or other communication challenges. PEERS starts with basics in communication and with growth and choice of what skills are motivating to the individual from learning social media communication to building friendship…
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares his story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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Safety & Independence for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
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Dr. Holmes discusses promoting safety and independence for young adults on the autism spectrum. Brody Swift and Julie O'Connor are OTRs with Springbrook Behavioral Health and they walk you through skills that are needed for young adults on the spectrum to live as independently as possible whether it is outside of the home or if they need to remain …
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A substitute teacher asks me how the inner-mammal perspective can help him manage the bad behavior he observes in the classroom. The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of "Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain your brain to…
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares her story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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oin Kristin and Angel Wilson as they discuss her work in the Autism field as an educator and infant and toddler developmental specialist. The Four A's of Autism are: Awareness, Acceptance, Affirmation and Advocacy. Angel Wilson, M.S., after 15 years in the autism field, she had pretty much done it all. From Therapist, to Developmental Specialist, S…
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Today we talk about a few topics: Autobiographical memory, developing a sense of self, motivation, and neuroplasticity in the autistic brain. Dr. Hull's research on video gaming is part of his strategies with his clients on the spectrum. The blogs I mention today are found on his website. Dr. Kevin Hull owns and operates Hull and Associates, P.A. a…
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You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. When we share with others, th…
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“Fat Burning Man” chats with me about how we can wade through the avalanche of conflicting claims about food and wellness. (https://abeljames.com/fatburningman/) The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of "Habits of a H…
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What "Going Full Tilt" Can Do To Your System
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Join Coach and Advocate, Jana M. Smith, and Kristin as they talk about how emotional dysregulation impacts those of us on the Neurodivergent Spectrum. www.janamsmith.comBy Kristin Walker
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Join Kristin from Mental Health News Radio for a discusion with Jana M. Smith about emotional dysregulation and the effect this has on those of us on the Autism spectrum. More about Jana at www.janamsmith.com.By MHNR Network, LLC
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Listen to how Amanda overcame her substance use disorder and continues to help others both at her job and by openly sharing her story.
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Anonymous Addiction Stories: Addicts in the Dark
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Join "Quick Nick" AKA Ari Daniel, host of the exceptional podcast, Addicts in the Dark discussing his show with Kristin. About Ari: Growing up, my battle with addiction began at just 14 years old, plunging me into a lifelong struggle that often felt like an uphill battle. Despite finding success in my career as a radio host, addiction lurked in the…
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Why Do We Stay? Stephanie Quayle on Toxic Relationships
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Join Kristin and Stephanie discussing her new book on our most downloaded topic: toxic relationships. Stephanie Quayle is a Nashville recording artist who tours the world with her music and an entrepreneur with her own record label, Big Sky Music Group. Rolling Stone Country called her “an artist you need to know,” CMT named her as part of its “Nex…
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A Mother’s Candid Perspective on Raising an Autistic Child
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Get ready to dive into the world of parenting a child with autism, as we follow Adrienne John’s journey and the challenges she faces. From sensory issues to energy regulation, Adrienne’s son’s unique interests and struggles will keep you on the edge of your seat. Just when she thought she had found a solution, a new challenge arose, leaving her que…
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares his story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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Andrew Hartz created the Open Therapy Institute to help people find therapists who respect their world view, and to help therapists respect people who are disparaged by their politicized credentialing programs.. https://www.opentherapyinstitute.org The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Lore…
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Dr. Stephanie interviews Rosemarie Griffin about her workshop on joint attention. Joint attention is an essential skill for clinicians, teachers, and parents to address for the autistic child/student. Joint attention involves shared attention between at least 2 people on an object or even with both people knowing they are attending to the same enti…
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Join Dr. Stephanie Holmes and Dr. Donna Berghauser as they discuss the different types of autism evaluations across the lifespan of individuals. When do you need a full psychological evaluation? When might you only need an autism assessment? Tune in as they chat during the annual Converge Autism conference!…
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares his story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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Nuerodiversity: Women on the Spectrum
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Join Kristin and Robin Tate as they talk about what being Neurodiverse means and how to navigate relationships while on this incredible spectrum! About Robin Tate: I am a trained Coach with ten years of teaching experience. As a Neurodivergent woman, I have a lifetime of personal and professional experiences with Autistic/ADHD/AuDHD adults and neur…
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April is Second Chance Month where people all over the country have the shared goal of informing and highlighting the many opportunities for state, local, and tribal governments and community-based service providers to build meaningful second chances for people returning from incarceration. We can't think of a better way to recognize this specialmo…
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Dr. Attia Ansari tells me how her patients in Pakistan "just want a pill” instead of working to improving their wellbeing and lifestyle. Here’s the Emotional Eating link that was mentioned. The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute …
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Effectively Diagnosing and Treating Eating Disorders
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Jeff talks to Dr. David J. Alperovitz about how anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID are diagnosed and treated. David also provides an overview of eating disorders, shares tips for recognizing key warning signs, and answers audience questions. David J. Alperovitz, PsyD, is currently the program director of McLean’s Klarman Eating Dis…
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Dr. Holmes discusses key points to de-escalation with Jonas Cooper, MSW. De-escalating challenging behaviors or big emotions is a critical skill for both the student/child and adults! Becoming confident and regulated with these skills is helpful.By MHNR Network, LLC
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Just the Guys: Spring, Summer, & Sensory. Oh My!
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Dan Holmes and "Just the Guys" talk about spring and summer sensory issues as adults on the autism spectrum. It can be very helpful to understand sensory issues by hearing what adults on the spectrum have found to work around sensory issues for themselves or children as the season changes.By MHNR Network, LLC
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares her story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares her story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…
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When Parting With Possessions Becomes Problematic
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Jeff talks to Dr. Jeff Szymanski about hoarding disorder, its warning signs, and options for treatment. They also discuss the evolution of the diagnosis, how it started as a subtype of OCD, and its current diagnostic criteria. Additionally, Dr. Szymanski shares resources, organizations, and researchers doing work in the field today. Jeff Szymanski,…
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Nir Eyal explains his model for becoming “indistractable” instead of feeling overwhelmed by external stimuli. (nirandfar.com) The HAPPY BRAIN PODCAST helps you spark your happy brain chemicals in healthy ways. Your host is Loretta G. Breuning PhD, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of "Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain your brain to bo…
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