Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

Dr. Bruce Perry discusses trauma, resilience, and healing with a focus on the impact of early developmental experiences on adult functioning. Topics include understanding neurobiological responses, heart rate monitoring in medical students, the influence of early trauma on personality development, the importance of human connection for children, and advocating for parents to engage in therapeutic activities for adopted children.

Experts discuss early psychosis treatment, interventions, screening tools, family support, psychopharmacology considerations, detection biomarkers, clinical high-risk programs, patient testimonials, recovery empowerment, and community support in addressing psychosis.

Dr. Michael Cummings, an expert in Psychiatry and Schizophrenia, answers listener questions on topics like treating Schizophrenia with long-acting injectables, the effectiveness of clozapine in treatment-resistant cases, and the debate on psychiatric medications' limitations. He also discusses managing breakthrough psychosis, treatment algorithms for depression, and the FDA-approved drug Karaprazine's efficacy in depression treatment.

Dr. Patricia Resick discusses Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, challenging negative beliefs and emotions, freeze responses in trauma, writing therapy for dissociative clients, comparing CPT and Prolonged Exposure, revisiting traumatic events to correct perceptions, therapist reflective function, and the importance of supervision in trauma therapy.

Exploring the public's desires for therapy, the discrepancies in therapy preferences between industries and the public, the importance of aligning treatment with public preferences, the role of physicians in therapy referrals, challenges individuals face in accessing therapy, and the significance of therapist fit for effective outcomes.

Exploring the 5-factor approach to holistic psychiatric care, focusing on sensorium and its role in mental health. Discussing the transformative power of therapy, exercise, and sleep on mental well-being. Delving into the impacts of nighttime screen exposure on sleep quality and the importance of patient-centered psychiatric care. Highlighting the significance of patient involvement, tailored treatments, and building trust in patient-provider relationships.

Dr. Anthony W. Bateman and Dr. Peter Fonagy discuss Mentalization, exploring the capacity to reflect on one's own and others' states of mind. They emphasize the role of beliefs in shaping mental states and the application of Mentalization in therapy for conditions like borderline personality disorder. The podcast also delves into the core principles of Mentalization Based Therapy, the impact of reflective function on attachment relationships, and the differences between transference-focused therapy and MBT.

In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Shedler discusses the importance of the initial phase of therapy, emphasizing the need to establish a working alliance and purpose. He explores resistance and defense in psychotherapy, the psychology of depression, patient readiness, and the importance of experiential understanding. Tune in to learn how to create a firm starting foundation in clinical practice.

This podcast discusses the influence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on future mental health disorders. It explores the measurement of ACEs, their impact on personality disorders and psychiatric conditions, and the connection between trauma and dissociative identity disorder. The podcast also delves into the experience of children in mental hospitals, the impact of weekly therapy sessions, and the importance of personal growth and introspection.

This podcast explores the lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences on adult mental and physical health, including the prevalence of substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and personality disorders. The hosts discuss the challenges faced by mental health professionals and the importance of addressing trauma. They also explore the impact of ACEs on behavioral coping mechanisms, the difficulties in accessing mental health treatment, and the effects of an enriched environment on various aspects of health.