Dr. Jessica Ching
Clinical researcher and physician studying authenticity, burnout, and mental health in medicine; featured guest presenting data linking self-alienation and professionalism to depression, burnout, and suicide risk.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 19min
”The Hidden Cost of ’Being Professional’: Why Masking Leads to Burnout” with Dr. Jessica Ching [Part 2]
In this thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Jessica Ching, a clinical researcher focusing on authenticity and mental health in medicine, reveals the detrimental effects of masking professionalism. She highlights how authenticity directly reduces burnout, depression, and suicide risk. Dr. Ching emphasizes that even minor shifts in self-alienation can significantly impact well-being. The duo also talks about the urgent need for systemic changes in high-stakes professions to support emotional reintegration, fostering environments where authenticity can thrive.
Jul 8, 2025 • 22min
Being Authentically You with Dr. Jessica Ching [Part 1]
Dr. Jessica Ching, a researcher focused on physician mental health and authenticity, delves into how masking and compartmentalization can lead to burnout. She shares personal stories, including the impact of a colleague's suicide on her research. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic living and reintegration in preventing burnout. They also discuss the challenges of self-alienation among physicians and the parallels with neurodivergent experiences. Jessica emphasizes the need for psychological safety to foster authenticity in healthcare settings.
