Inside Mental Health

Now that we’re in the middle of a pandemic, more people than ever are experiencing anxiety, especially those who struggled with mental health issues before COVID-19. And to make things even worse, many of our coping mechanisms, like going to the gym, have been taken away. Tune in now to better manage your anxiety!  Jasleen Chhatwal, MD, is Chief Medical Officer and Director of the Mood Disorders Program at Sierra Tucson, a premier residential behavioral health treatment center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can people with schizophrenia love? Can they date or get married?  Host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard review their own past experiences.  Andrew and Stephanie Downing, authors of “Marriage and Schizophrenia: Eyes on the Prize” join and share their incredible journey and love.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

COVID-19 has altered our lives dramatically. Many children have lost their regular routines, and at the same time have been exposed to anxious adults who are just as unsure about what's going to happen next. In today's show, author and life coach Ada Perez shares how we can address kids' mental health issues in this strange new world we're living in. For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://www.gabehoward.com/covid-anxiety-children-psych-central-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychologist Elinor Greenberg, with over 40 years of experience and author of key works on personality disorders, dives deep into schizoid personality disorder. She clarifies common misconceptions, differentiating it from schizophrenia. The discussion highlights the internal struggles faced by individuals, shaped by childhood neglect, and their unique coping strategies in social settings. Greenberg also addresses the impact of technology on social skills and emphasizes the importance of therapy for personal growth and emotional connections.

Does law enforcement need to evolve to meet the needs of our changing society? Absolutely, according to our guest, mental health advocate Gabriel Nathan. Join us for a deep look into police culture and how it damages the community as well as the officers themselves. For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-does-law-enforcement-need-mental-health-care Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the age of social media, we’re connected more than ever. So why are loneliness and sadness on the rise? Are social media friendships not fulfilling? In today’s show, Professor Tim Bono, Ph.D., an expert in psychological health and happiness, shares how we can keep a balanced perspective regarding social media and not let it lead to depression, addiction or envy. For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-are-social-media-friends-real Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In both Asian and Christian communities, there remains some stigma regarding mental illness. In today’s show, Dr. Esther Park, who is both Korean and Christian, breaks down these misconceptions and encourages people in these circles to seek professional help for their mental health problems. For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-stigma-in-christian-and-asian-communities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A teen’s first relationship isn’t always sweet puppy love. Just like adult relationships, sometimes these young partnerships can become emotionally abusive or violent. What are some signs of teen dating violence? And how can family and friends help? For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-dating-violence-in-young-adults Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we send verbal and non-verbal signals, we think the other person understands what we're trying to say. In reality, we need to stop assuming we know how others perceive us and vice versa. In today’s show, we discuss the 12 mental habits that can give us top-notch communication skills. For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-your-gut-instinct-is-bad-for-your-relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have mental patterns or habits you’d like to change? Or do you want to focus on your strengths and become a better version of yourself? In today’s show, Dr. Jen Friedman explains the difference between therapy and coaching. Which would be a better fit for you? For more information and a complete transcript, visit https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-is-life-coaching-the-same-as-therapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices