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Season 5, Episode 15: Black trauma is a complex issue with many layers when you dive into its history. In the season finale of Beyond Theory, we speak with Deran Young and Dr. Sheldon Jacobs, who share their personal stories and the work they are doing to face the mental health challenges in the Black community. How the Media Portrays Black Trauma - Rio Retreat Center Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to Deran Young, Founder of Black Therapists Rock. For mor infomation about her work, go to blacktherapistsrock.com Also, to Dr. Sheldon Jacobs, Member of the board of directors at NAMI and Adjunct Professor at the University of Nevada at Las Vegas.   Sources to create this episode include ABC News, NBC News, NBC 12 Richmond, and New Birth Missionary Baptist Church.  

Today, we speak with author and mental health advocate Tamu Lewis as she discusses the emotions around losing her brother. She also explains how therapy helped her grieve and eventually turn her brother's legacy into action by starting a foundation in his honor.  Lifeline (988lifeline.org) Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to Tamu Lewis, Co-Founder and Board President of the Lee Thompson Young Foundation. To learn more about her work go to www.ltyfoundation.com.  Sources to create this episode include the Atlanta Voice, ABC7 Chicago, and CBS Studios.  Finally, thank you for listening, and I hope you join us next week for another episode of Beyond Theory. 

Season 5, Episode 13: Trauma shows up in our bodies and our brains, having both a mental and physical impact. The long-term effects of trauma can even include changes in the brain, impacting memory, mood, and cognitive skills. Today we speak with MBH Senior Fellow Dr. Bessel van der Kolk about trauma and how early intervention can help decrease violence and incarceration rates. Neurofeedback and The Sacred Path To Emotional Regulation (themeadows.com) Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to MBH Senior Fellow Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. To learn more about his work, go to www.meadowsbh.com/senior-fellows/ Sources to create this episode include the Veterans Administration, ABC News, The New York Times, WQED Pittsburgh, and Ted.com. Finally, thank you for listening, and I hope you join us next week for another episode of Beyond Theory. 

Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for adults 18-45, according to the CDC, and is responsible for killing more than COVID-19, suicide, and car accidents. Today we speak with MBH Senior Fellow Dr. Kevin McCauley about the history and dangers of fentanyl.  Rainbow Fentanyl: How One Pill Can Kill | The Meadows Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to MBH Senior Fellow Dr. Kevin McCauley. To learn more about his work, go to www.meadowsbh.com/senior-fellows/ Sources to create this episode include the Centers for Disease Control, KCRA Sacramento, WYFF Greenville, WLWT Cincinnati, WKRN Nashville, DEA.GOV, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse.  Finally, thank you for listening, and I hope you join us next week for another episode of Beyond Theory.   

We all feel stuck sometimes. It may be in a relationship or a job that no longer feels fulfilling. Today Britt Frank explains what happens to our brains when we feel stuck and how to reverse the process and become unstuck. Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to Britt Frank, therapist and author of The Science of Stuck: Breaking Through Inertia To Find Your Path Forward. To find out more about her work and book, go to thegreenhousekc.com.  Sources to create this episode include The Korean Vegan, Essence Magazine, Tony Evans.org, PBS News Hour, Oracle, Yahoo News and MSN.com.   Finally, thank you for listening, and I hope you join us next week for another episode of Beyond Theory. 

Hustle culture is deeply embedded in our society and is even romanticized as a necessary part of achieving the American dream. However, what happens when we overindulge in the hustle? What are the adverse effects? Today we speak with Breanna Mylius about the impact of hustle culture here in the United States and beyond. Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Sources to create this episode include The New York Times, World Health Organization, International Labor Organization, History.com, and Wired.com.     

Moms, parenting, and drinking have been a pop culture phenomenon by some estimates as far back as two decades ago, now known as mommy drinking culture. Today we speak with Kelley Kitley about the dangers of mommy drinking culture. And later, we discuss what we should be mindful of when it comes to our escapism this holiday season. Special thanks to Kelley Kitley, author & national mental health media expert. To learn more about her book and work, go to www.kelleykitley.com.  Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include the Wall Street Journal, Centers for Disease Control, Happier Human.com, Harvard Health, Yahoo News, and Good Housekeeping.com.   

Let’s say you have been in recovery for a few years. The negative behavior has gone away, but you still feel like something is missing. Maybe you are still hurting. Today we speak with Dr. Elisa Hallerman about doing the inner work to deepen our recovery and reconnect with our soul.   Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to Dr. Elisa Hallerman, author of Soulbriety. To find out more about her book and her work, go to Dr.Hallerman.com Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include the Tell Your Story podcast, Inc Magazine, Psychology Today, and Variety Media  

In a poll, 45 percent of Americans said they would have no problem skipping the holidays. With the stress and anxiety that comes with holidays, it is easy to understand why. Today we speak with Tracey Fuller about some of the stress we often feel around the season. Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Special thanks to Tracey Fuller, a therapist from MBHConnect. To find out more about her work, go to meadowsoutpatient.com/virtualiop And Naomi Adams from Chicago Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include Insider.com, ABCNews, Yahoo News, NBCNews, and Everyday Health.  

When you decide to put the uniform on, it's one of the most honorable things you can do. To serve your country is to serve a cause bigger than yourself. You understand the sacrifices, but you also know you will be connected with potentially lifelong companions that you have a shared experience with. That can be powerful. However, what is life like when you come home? You have lived a certain lifestyle for many years only to come back feeling as if everything has changed. And if you are a woman veteran, are there additional challenges?  Today we speak with two women military veterans. MBH Connect’s therapist Kelly Walch, and Woven Community Relationships Ambassador & host of the Sister-in-Service podcast, Cat Corchado, discuss some challenges women face as veterans.  Be sure to read "What the MISSION Act Means for Veterans." Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include the Wounded Warrior Project, Veteran Affairs News, CBS Evening News,  NBC12/ABC25 Jacksonville, Florida, WMGT Macon Warner Robins, Georgia, and the MilitaryTimes.com

There is a concerning trend, and it doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon. Even more concerning is that it appears no one is immune. Celebrities, news anchors, and even children. Why is this happening? What is the mental health impact? Today we speak with Meadows Senior Fellow about body shaming and where our focus should be. Later we discuss foods to consider as we age for positive mental health.  Kristin Kirkpatrick is a nutritionist and Meadows Senior Fellow. Learn more about her at meadowsbh.com/senior-fellows/.  Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include Good Morning America, WCNC Charlotte, and the journals Clinical Nutrition and Nutrients, and both can be found in the National Library of Medicine.  

Imagine you are a teacher. You are giving your weekly exam today, and your students are filing in for class, taking their seats. It’s not a major exam but one that lets you know your students have an understanding of the lesson from the past week. One of your top students asks to go to the restroom. You tell them that the exam shouldn’t take too long, and they can go afterward. The exam begins, and moments later, you look up and notice the student who asked to go to the restroom is now sweating and breathing erratically. They are also clutching stomach tightly. They don’t need a bathroom. They are experiencing a panic attack. So what’s the next step? How do you calm the student down?  And probably the biggest question on your mind is, how could this have happened? Today we speak with Amy Kennedy, co-founder of The Kennedy Forum, about the importance of why there should be more mental health services in schools.  Amy Kennedy is the co-founder of The Kennedy Forum, which leads a national dialogue on transforming mental health and addiction care in the U.S. Find out more about her work at www.thekennedyforum.org. Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include The Australian Broadcasting Company, The US Department of Education, The Boston Globe, and the American School Counselor Association. For more information on Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, go to MeadowsBH.com.    

In the conclusion of our conversation with Ben Zobrist, he discusses in-depth the aftermath of winning the World Series. And later, Ben details what he thinks about the steps Major League Baseball is taking regarding its players and mental health. Read Why Self-Care Isn't Selfish If you need someone to talk to, dial or text 988. For more information, go to https://988lifeline.org/.  Ben Zobrist is a former professional baseball player who is a two-time World Series champion and APAF board member. He is also a strong advocate for mental health and youth sports. Also, special thanks to Terrance from Nashville. Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include Harvard Medical School and MLB.com. 

Depression exhibits itself in many ways. For some, it's a feeling of hopelessness. For others, it can manifest itself in aches and pains. But what does it look like for a high-performing athlete? What happens when you reach the height of your sport and that anxiety still creeps in?  Today we speak with two-time World Series Champion and APAF board member Ben Zobrist about his battle with depression and anxiety throughout his baseball career.  Ben Zobrist is a former professional baseball player who is a two-time World Series champion and father of three. He is also a strong advocate for mental health and youth sports.  Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced, written, and hosted by Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Script Editor: Wendy Lee Nutwig Special thanks to Stacie Collins and Terrance White. Sources used to create this episode of Beyond Theory include NCAA.org, MLB.com, and the National Library of Medicine.

Advocacy. It's how we bring awareness to specific issues, marginalized communities, and more. However, what does that look like in practice? How can we ensure that our advocacy actually renders the change we’re looking for?  Phil Rutherford is the Chief Operating Officer at Faces and Voice of Recovery, which is dedicated to organizing and mobilizing the over 23 million Americans in Recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. He is also the host of “This Is What Recovery Looks Like. Findound out more about his work and the podcast at facesandvoicesofrecovery.org.   Beyond Theory, powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, is produced and hosted by me, Dominic Lawson. You can discover more at BeyondTheoryPodcast.com.  Sources to create this episode of Beyond Theory include the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the WABC New York’s television program Life As It Is, and Throughline, an NPR podcast.      

For this season of Beyond Theory, we want to dive deeper into the meaning behind our name by being more topic-focused and bringing you guests in a brand new format. We believe this will make for a more relatable and engaging experience, expanding the mental health conversation and adding more voices. The topics we will discuss this season prioritize self-care, hustle culture, spirituality in recovery, and so much more. 

Isolation is often a key contributor to addiction. And when you add abandonment on top of that then you can really find yourself in a bad spot. For Chuck Hyppa living up to a legacy led him down an unwanted path. But with the help of his #1 fan and wife Erin, Chuck learns that he and his path was always enough.  Recovery Replay, which is powered by Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, was created and is written and produced by me, Dominic Lawson. Special thanks to Erin Hyppa and Chuck Hyppa. Also special thanks to Special thanks to Dr. Jerry Law, Executive Director of The Meadows at Meadows Behavioral Healthcare. Find out more about his work at meadowsbh.com. And if you would like to share your recovery story, go to RecoveryReplay.com  

We often hear stories of recovery that can be both challenging and powerful. But is that the complete story?  Join host Dominic Lawson as he presents a new and unique way those stories are told. The journey starts from the beginning on Recovery Replay and shares a person's recovery journey from three different perspectives. There is a person in recovery, their support person, and lastly, a clinician that will provide commentary and proper context.  Debuts April 26th.   

Technology's purpose is to improve the quality of life for humanity. But unfortunately, in many ways, it has provided unintended consequences, for example, serving as stimuli for sex addiction. Dr. Patrick Carnes says that as technologies evolve, we must remain vigilant about this issue, especially when it comes to adolescents. But can vigilance and treatment practices evolve just as rapidly as technology? Dr. Patrick Carnes is a Senior Fellow at Meadows Behavioral Healthcare. He has over 30 years of experience in the addiction field and is a leading voice in sex addiction. He is also the primary architect of the Gentle Path treatment program, which addresses sexual issues and contributing addictive disorders. Find out more about his work at meadowsbh.com/senior-fellows.

All of us have these parts within us. Sometimes those parts build us up with positive affirmations. But some of them can be our harshest critics. Dr. Richard Schwartz says that the mind is naturally multiple, which is a good thing. But how are someone's parts differentiated from, say, multiple personality disorder? Dr. Richard Schwartz is a systemic family therapist and an academic. Grounded in systems thinking, Dr. Schwartz developed Internal Family Systems (IFS) in response to clients' descriptions of various parts within themselves. Find out more about his work at ifs-institute.com.