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At last count, there were over 300 mental health-related apps in the app stores. With this many, how do you choose? How do they differ from each other, and do they actually help? Most importantly, how do we know which ones are safe? On today’s episode, we discuss mental health apps with clinical psychologist, Dr. Nathaan Demers, and digital health marketer, Joe Conrad, who created the mental health app Nod. Together, they explain what it takes to make an effective mental health app and how consumers can protect themselves.Listen now!Guest Information for 'Mental Health Apps' Podcast EpisodeDr. Nathaan Demers is passionate about people. This passion has led him to an enriching career as a clinical psychologist, filled with a number of twists and turns working across a variety of settings. Nathaan is an active traveler and athlete — these aspects of his life have inspired him to think beyond the traditional confines of mental healthcare. He strives to find innovative ways to expand the reach of mental health services to improve the lives of others. While Nathaan is fascinated by all areas of psychology, his passion lies within the positive psychology movement working specifically in preventive behavioral health.Joe Conrad is a creative entrepreneur and digital health pioneer. Since 1990, Joe has led the charge at Cactus, a purpose-driven branding and creative agency with the mission of creating sharp ideas for brands and causes that help people thrive. Joe and his team are the creators of Man Therapy, an innovative and award-winning campaign that uses humor to engage working-age men with an immersive, entertaining, digital experience where therapy actually happens. He’s also the founder and CEO at Grit Digital Health –– a team of specialists in behavioral health, wellness, technology, and marketing. In 2016, Grit Digital Health launched YOU at College, a personal and customized well-being portal that helps students navigate life and campus. And this year the team at Grit is launching Nod, an app that combats loneliness by helping college students build more meaningful relationships. Learn more about Nod at heynod.com.About the Inside Mental Health Podcast HostGabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.

When we think of leaders, we automatically think of them as charismatic, talkative, and extremely extroverted. But is that true? What about the leaders who aren’t so obvious — who operate in a quieter way? Today’s guest tells us about leaders who are “quietly powerful,” who lead by giving the spotlight to others, and who listen and engage in a conscious manner with their subordinates. How do these people do it? Is it something anyone can learn? Listen as the author of “Quietly Powerful: How Your Quiet Nature Is Your Hidden Leadership Strength,” answers these questions and tells us more about introversion and extroversion. Guest Information for 'Introverted Leaders' Podcast Episode Megumi Miki is an author, speaker, and consultant in leadership, culture, diversity, and inclusion, with a background in strategy, economics, and finance. She’s the author of “Quietly Powerful: How Your Quiet Nature Is Your Hidden Leadership Strength.” Megumi’s work has helped people develop a quietly powerful presence to lead authentically, be heard, and have impact. Her ideas and approach have resonated with many (not just introverts) wanting to develop a calm, inner strength to make the unique contribution they were born to make.  About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.          

Many people have heard the phrase “inner child,” but what does that really mean, and how will it help you lead a better life? Today’s expert explains how she has reinterpreted the inner child archetype for the modern reader. Stefanie Stahl, one of Europe’s leading psychotherapists, shares how the metaphors of the sun child, shadow child, and inner adult will help you improve your relationships. Listen Now! Guest Information for 'Inner Child' Podcast Episode Stefanie Stahl is a national board certified psychologist, bestselling author published in over 29 countries, and one of the most popular, trusted, and well-known psychotherapists in her home country of Germany and in Europe. Her book, “The Child in You,” has sold over 2 million copies and been number 1 on the bestselling list of the renowned German magazine Spiegel since its first listing in 2016.  Born and raised in Hamburg, she left the North of Germany early on to study in Trier, where she’s based her work and family ever since. She’s a popular speaker and interview partner both online and off, having appeared in numerous magazines, online forums, conferences, and television shows as a trusted expert in psychotherapy and self-development. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.

Mike Bayer is one of the best known life coaches in America. In today’s episode, Coach Mike shares his philosophy on how to live authentically. Can one decision really be the key to a better life? What does living authentically even mean? Coach Mike answers all that and more as he reveals some insights from his new book. He’s used these techniques with Dr. Phil, J.Lo, and other celebrities. Listen Now! Guest Information Mike Bayer is a one-of-a-kind life coach. Often called “Coach Mike” by the thousands of people whose lives he’s helped transform, he also has decades of experience in the mental health space as the founder and CEO of the CAST treatment centers. A New York Times bestselling author and one of very few openly gay life coaches, Coach Mike also hosts his own podcast, is a sought-after speaker, and is called on as a guest expert in the media. It’s his practical, accessible, and innovative approach, his deep expertise, and his creative methods in helping people unlock their authenticity that earned him the spot as the first ever regular contributor to the #1 rated Dr. Phil Show, and helped him inspire millions.  Coach Mike’s first book “Best Self” was a runaway success, hitting the New York Times Bestseller list, published in 14 languages worldwide, and taught in classrooms across America. His newest book is “ONE DECISION: The First Step to a Better Life.” About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.

Adoption isn’t an unfamiliar concept in the United States. Popular culture has represented both realistic and unrealistic views of adopted children, adoptive parents, and families that differ from the “traditional.” However, our knowledge and discussions of the mental health needs of the children involved seem to take a backseat. Concepts such as abandonment and trust issues, as well as the acknowledgement of trauma, often go unaddressed.  In this episode, we hear from two experts with over 40 years of combined experience in the adoption field. Together, they’ll help us understand the mental health needs for children — and adults — who have been adopted or are currently in foster care. Listen Now! Guest Information for 'Adoption' Podcast Episode Debbie B. Riley, LCMFT is CEO and co-founder of The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.), a nonprofit adoptive family support center in the Baltimore-Washington area. A nationally recognized adoption expert and dynamic public speaker, Riley is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 40 years of professional experience, including extensive expertise in designing and developing nationally acclaimed adoption-competent programs.  Riley received her Bachelor of Science in Family and Community Development and Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of Maryland, College Park. She’s a co-author of the book, “Beneath the Mask: Understanding Adopted Teens” and “Adoption Specific Therapy, A Guide to Helping Adopted Children and Their Families Thrive”. Rita Soronen has led the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, a national nonprofit public charity, since 2001, and the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption-Canada since 2004. Soronen is a founding board member and past vice president of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute and is a current member of the advisory board. Soronen is a recipient of the Angels in Adoption Award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, the National CASA Association Kappa Alpha Theta Program Director of the Year Award, the Ohio CASA/GAL Association Statewide Leadership Award, and was a 2013 recipient of WSNY’s 20 Outstanding Women You Should Know. She’s a fellow of the Jefferson Fellowship for Executive Leadership, was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Community Leadership from Franklin University in 2016, was named a YWCA Woman of Achievement in 2017, was named a National Number One by the Columbus Foundation in 2018, and was honored with Smart Business Network’s 2019 Smart 50 Program Award for Impact, Giving Back to the Community.  A graduate of the University of Louisville, Soronen resides in Columbus, Ohio. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.          

Police officers are much more likely to die by suicide than they are to be killed in the line of duty — however, that isn’t the common understanding. While society works hard to prevent law enforcement fatalities, mental health and suicide often remain overlooked.  Why is that?  Today’s guest, a 13-year law enforcement veteran, shares his story of being involved in a fatal shooting and how that experience led him to have untreated PTSD for years. Eventually, it got to the point where he almost ended his life. Constable Jefferson shares how he was able to move past that, and how he believes law enforcement could better protect him and his fellow officers. Guest Information for 'Police Officer Trauma' Podcast Episode James Jefferson is a 13-year police service veteran and the wellness coordinator officer with the Greater Sudbury Police Service. Jefferson specializes in mental health, peer to peer support, and member outreach, along with physical fitness and nutrition. After working assignments in uniform patrol and the drug enforcement unit; being involved in a fatal shooting and working undercover; Jefferson endured the fallout of PTSD. After years of surviving, he made the decision to thrive and use his experiences to gain perspective on life and fight to overcome post-traumatic stress. Jefferson has transformed his trauma into purpose in educating and inspiring others to persevere and overcome the challenges that embody the responsibility and psychological hardships of wearing the badge.  Jefferson graduated from Laurentian University with a BA in Law & Justice & Psychology. He’s a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach as well as a public speaker and mental health advocate. He can be reached via email at jamesjefferson3255@gmail.com and on Instagram. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.  

What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Is it just for select issues or can everyone benefit from ACT? Is there any evidence to support that ACT works at all?  Dr. Steven C. Hayes, one of the pioneers of ACT, answers these questions and shares some of the interesting applications of ACT, ranging from helping professional athletes to Fortune 500 companies. Listen now! Guest Information for 'Acceptance and Commitment' Podcast Episode Steven C. Hayes is a Nevada Foundation professor of psychology in the behavior analysis program at the University of Nevada. An author of 46 books and nearly 650 scientific articles, he’s especially known for his work on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or “ACT,” which is one of the most widely-used and researched new methods of psychological intervention in the last 20 years. Hayes has received several national awards, such as the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy. His popular book “Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life” for a time was the best-selling self-help book in the United States, and his new book “A Liberated Mind” has been recently released to wide acclaim. His TEDx talks have been viewed by over 600,000 people, and he’s ranked among the most cited psychologists in the world. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.  

Most people think they have good boundaries. But when pressed, they can’t often explain what their boundaries are — let alone maintain positive ones. Today’s guest, Nancy Kalina Gomez, explains that boundaries aren’t about being defensive or hostile. Healthy boundaries strengthen our ability to honor our needs and wants, showing the world how we expect to be treated.  Gomez also discusses how to communicate those boundaries without offending our loved ones.  Listen Now! Guest Information for 'What Are Boundaries' Podcast Episode Nancy Kalina Gomez is a bilingual professional with 25+ years of experience as a clinician. She earned a master's degree in clinical and counseling psychology from Teacher's College, Columbia University. Prior to that, she specialized in clinical psychology with adults/adolescents at The George Washington University where she completed the required academic coursework toward a PsyD.  During her career, Nancy has worked in both programming and direct clinical services. She has treated clients from all over the world for issues surrounding abandonment, anxiety or panic, bipolar disorder, depression (clinical and situational), dual diagnosis, family conflicts, life transitions, personality disorders, and more.  Nancy has created several webinars on various topics for Psych Central and World of Psychology. She currently helps clients through her website, CouchIssues. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author.  To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.                

When Hope Edelman was 17, her mother died. Like many families in the 1980s, Hope’s family soldiered on by grieving her mother’s death in silence. This climate of silence around death caused her to feel shame around the topic and disconnected from her mother.  This spurred the beginning of Edelman’s career as a community educator surrounding death and grieving. In this episode, she answers the question “Is grieving a lifelong process?” and helps us understand the importance of an open discussion surrounding death.  Listen now! Guest Information for 'Lifelong Grieving' Podcast Episode Hope Edelman is the author of eight nonfiction books, including bestsellers “Motherless Daughters” and “Motherless Mothers,” and the memoir “The Possibility of Everything.” Her original essays have appeared in many anthologies, including “The Bitch in the House,” “Behind the Bedroom Door,” and “Goodbye to All That.” Her work has received a New York Times notable book of the year designation and a Pushcart Prize for creative nonfiction. The recipient of the 2020 Community Educator Award from the Association for Death Education and Counseling, she’s also a Martha Beck Certified Life Coach and facilitates Motherless Daughters retreats and workshops all over the world.Learn more about Edelman at HopeEdelman.com and MotherlessDaughters.com About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author.  To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.            

Finding out that someone you know is self-harming can be confusing and unsettling. In today’s episode we learn more about this behavior and what causes people to self-injure. How common is it? What type of person self-injures? Most importantly, is this something people can overcome? If so, what steps can we take to move past self-injury? Listen now! Guest Information for 'Self Injury' Podcast Episode Dr. Mark Mayfield is a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a board certified counselor, and founder and CEO of Mayfield Counseling Centers. He has more than 14 years of professional counseling experience in clinical, judicial, and faith-based counseling settings across a wide range of patient demographics. Mayfield has professional experience in treating and addressing anxiety, depression, and PTSD, substance abuse, domestic violence, self-injury, and suicide.  Dr. Mayfield recently launched his book, titled "HELP! My Teen is Self-Injuring: A Crisis Manual for Parents” which addresses his own suicide survival story, self-injury, and how to help your child who might be going through this.  He has been featured in prominent media outlets including Woman’s Day, Hello Giggles, NBC, Reader’s Digest, Byrdie, and more. Dr. Mayfield is on a list of mental health professionals that was invited to the White House in December and has periodic calls with the White House to discuss mental health in America. About the Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.        

Hey everyone, This is your host Gabe Howard, and I am here to tell you that The Psych Central Podcast is changing its name to Inside Mental Health and we are now associated with Healthline Media. Don’t worry, it’ll stay the same great podcast complete with the same guest experts, the same compelling topics, and the same simple explanations to help you better understand mental health, mental illness, and psychology. The only thing that's changing is the name from The Psych Central Podcast to Inside Mental Health. If you are already subscribed to The Psych Central Podcast, you don't have to do a thing. It'll become Inside Mental Health all on its own. And we'll release new episodes straight to your device every Thursday – just like we have for over 200 episodes. If you have any show topic ideas or want to be a guest, email us at show@PsychCentral.com. Remember, when you tell all of your friends about that cool mental health podcast you’re listening to, tell them to check out Inside Mental Health: A Psych Central Podcast. Thank you, everybody, and we will see you every Thursday on your favorite podcast player.  Gabe Howard, Host

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and over three times more people will die by suicide than will be murdered every year.  Yet myths about suicide and those who die by it abound.   Join today’s guest, Dr. Doreen Marshall, vice-president of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to learn about some of these damaging myths.  What types of people die by suicide?  Is it only people with mental illness who consider this tragic step? And most importantly, if someone is suicidal, what can you do -- is suicide preventable?  Listen now! Guest Information for 'Suicide' Podcast Episode As a psychologist with experience that spans clinical, educational, and professional settings, Dr. Doreen Marshall has been engaged in local and national suicide prevention and postvention work for more than 15 years. Since joining AFSP in 2014, Dr. Marshall has expanded AFSP’s menu of programs and improved program delivery through AFSP’s nationwide network of chapters. Dr. Marshall oversees AFSP’s Prevention and Education and Loss and Healing programs, which includes community-based suicide prevention training, clinician training, AFSP’s Survivor Outreach Program for survivors of suicide loss, and programming for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Dr. Marshall works to foster partnerships with mental health organizations, such as with the National Council for Behavioral Health to train people across the country in Mental Health First Aid, and oversees the development of new programming, including clinician trainings, community trainings and K-12 educator trainings. Prior to joining AFSP, Marshall served as Associate Dean of Counseling/Chair at Argosy University, where she contributed to the CACREP-accreditation process for the university’s counseling programs, and chaired the counseling program on the Atlanta campus. She is also past-chair for the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Georgia, and previously served as Associate Director of The Link Counseling Center’s suicide prevention and aftercare program in Atlanta. She has served as a consultant for both national and state suicide prevention and postvention initiatives, which included providing suicide prevention training for the Division of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities and serving on a task force of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.  Marshall holds a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Georgia State University, a master’s degree in Professional Counseling, and a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and English from The College of New Jersey. About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.        

The stigma associated with borderline personality disorder (BPD) is well documented and undeserved. In this week’s episode, Dr. James Seymour explains this complicated condition, discusses the “borderline” label, and explores the role past traumas may have in the development of BPD. Psychiatrist Dr. Seymour is the director of the Sierra Tucson’s Chrysalis Program. Listen now! Guest Information for 'Stigma of Borderline' Podcast Episode Psychiatrist Dr. James Seymour, who joined Sierra Tucson in 2010, is the Director of the Arizona-based mental health treatment center’s patient-centered Chrysalis Program. Dr. Seymour received his medical degree from the University of Tennessee and completed his psychiatric residency at the University of Virginia. He is a Somatic Experiencing Therapy practitioner, and board-certified by both the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Trained in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, Dr. Seymour’s expertise spans trauma recovery, addictions, cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic mind-body therapies.   About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.        

What are the differences between schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia? While they both share the prefix “schizo,” they’re two separate diagnoses.  Hosts Rachel Star Withers and Gabe Howard divulge their personal experiences with psychosis, schizophrenia, and mental health conditions as they explore the newer termed condition of schizoaffective disorder.  Guest Dr. Michelle Maust from MindPath Care Centers joins to give a medical perspective on the differences in diagnosing these disorders. About Our Guest Michelle S. Maust is a psychiatrist with MindPath Care Centers. Dr. Maust earned her degree at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, VA. As a prior doctor for the United States Army, she has the tools to help those working through crises. She is very experienced and well-versed in her field, and uses her experience to tailor her treatment approach to the particular story of each individual client. Outside of work, Dr. Maust enjoys a variety of activities like crafting, cranking up the tunes, and working on a farm with her husband. She currently treats ages 18 and up in Raleigh, NC, where she specializes in depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. http://www.mindpathcare.com

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a common and misunderstood psychiatric disorder. In this episode, Dr. Joseph W. Shannon describes the hallmarks of BPD, and shares best practices for treatment. Dr. Shannon is an expert on personality disorders, and works to train fellow clinicians on diagnosing and treating BPD, and advocates a different approach to achieve better treatment results. Listen now! Guest Information for 'Borderline' Podcast Episode Joseph W. Shannon received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology in 1982 from The Ohio State University.  He has over 30 years of successful clinical experience as a psychologist, consultant, and trainer.  An expert in understanding and treating a broad range of mental disorders, Dr. Shannon has appeared on several television programs including the CBS "Morning Show" and "PBS: Viewpoint." About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.        

Do you suffer from self doubt? Do you want to make changes in your life and develop new habits but find yourself repeating old patterns over and over? Today's guest, NY Times best selling author Jen Sincero, offers frank advice from her new book, Badass Habits. Guest Information for 'Doubting' Podcast Episode Jen Sincero is a bestselling author, success coach, and motivational speaker who spent more than a decade traveling the world helping people transform their lives and their bank accounts via her public appearances, coaching products, and books, including the #1 New York Times bestseller You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life.         About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.        

Are you curious about TMS therapy? What is it, exactly? In today’s show, two psychiatrists explain how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation works and how it can help many patients with depression, OCD or smoking addiction.  How does TMS differ from ECT? Are there any side effects? Join us to learn about this increasingly popular form of mental health treatment. Guest Information for 'TMS' Podcast Episode Todd Hutton, MD, is the Medical Director at Southern California TMS Center and a board-certified physician in the area of General Psychiatry and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He is experienced in the evaluation and treatment of adult psychiatric problems, including but not limited to major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, alcohol and chemical dependency, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, panic, obsessive compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorders. When a psychiatric problem is diagnosed, Dr. Hutton discusses the various treatment options available, and assists the patient in deciding on a well-planned approach to their care. Dr. Todd Hutton received his bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of California Irvine in 1985, and his Doctor of Medicine from University of California Irvine in 1989. He completed his residency training in psychiatry at Los Angeles County Hospital and the University of Southern California Medical Center in 1993. He was Chief Resident in his last year of residency. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Hutton also holds a position as Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the USC Keck School of Medicine and is on staff at both Huntington Hospital and Las Encinas Hospital in Pasadena, CA. Kenneth P. Pages, MD, is President of TMS of South Tampa and is the Former Chief of Psychiatry at Tampa General Hospital and Memorial Hospital of Tampa. This year he celebrates 10-years in his current office location which is centrally located behind Memorial Hospital and provides a calming and aesthetically pleasing environment. Dr. Pages offers the most up to date psychiatric assessment and treatment. The focus is on NeuroStar TMS treatment for depression. He is active in organized psychiatry and the former president of the Greater Tampa Bay Psychiatric Society. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the APA. Distinguished Fellowship is awarded to outstanding psychiatrists who have made significant contributions to the psychiatric profession in at least five of the following areas; administration, teaching, scientific and scholarly publications, volunteering in mental health and medical activities of social significance, community involvement, as well as for clinical excellence.  About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.          

Is there hope after a heavy drug addiction? What if you quit but then relapse? Can you quit again? Absolutely. In today’s show, our guest Daniel McGhee shares his long, but ultimately victorious, journey through alcohol and heroin addiction, incarceration, treatment centers and relapses. Now he is giving back to the community that he feels he took so much from.  Join us for a powerful story of coming back better than ever. Guest Information for 'Beating Addiction' Podcast Episode Daniel McGhee is the author of Chasing A Flawed Sun, the dynamic true story of addiction and recovery that takes you into the mind, heart, and soul of an addict. At a young age, McGhee became addicted to alcohol and heroin, and was homeless by the age of 18. McGhee lived through multiple overdoses, incarcerations and treatment facilities, and had heart attack at the age of 22. Now sober for 18 years, McGhee works at the Hopes Horizon treatment center, is a well-known community activist, speaker and addiction outreach provider in Baltimore. McGhee is the President and Founder of the non-profit Agape Projects, which fights homelessness and hunger, and provides assistance to low income seniors, helps people impacted by natural disasters, and facilitates animal rescue in Haiti and Honduras.       About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.  

Let’s discuss bipolar disorder. How have treatments evolved over the last two decades? In today’s podcast, we welcome Dr. Francis Mark Mondimore, a professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins and the author of Bipolar Disorder: A Guide for You and Your Loved Ones, which is now in its fourth edition.  Join us as Dr. Mondimore shares how the field of psychiatry has changed its understanding of bipolar disorder, leading to more effective treatments. For more information and a complete transcript, visit Podcast: Inside Bipolar Disorder. Guest Information for 'Inside Bipolar Disorder' Podcast Episode Francis Mark Mondimore, MD is an associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the founding director of the Mood Disorders Clinic at the Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He is the author or coauthor of five books on mental health issues, including Depression: The Mood Disease, Adolescent Depression: A Guide for Parents, and Borderline Personality Disorder: New Reasons for Hope.       About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.  

Chronic loneliness is on the rise. But how can this be when we’re more connected now than ever? In today’s show, Dr. J.W. Freiberg, a social psychologist-turned-lawyer, explains that loneliness is not an emotion like happiness or anger. It’s a sensation like hunger or thirst.  Join us for an in-depth discussion on the cost of feeling disconnected even when we're surrounded by people. For more information and a complete transcript, visit Podcast: Loneliness and Litigation: A Lawyer's Case Study. Guest Information for 'Loneliness' Podcast Episode J.W. Freiberg studies chronic loneliness through the unique lens of a social psychologist (PhD, UCLA) turned lawyer (JD, Harvard). A former assistant professor of social psychology at Boston University, he served for decades as general counsel to more than a dozen Boston social service agencies, adoption agencies, and scores of private mental health practices. In his new book, Surrounded by Others and Yet So Alone: A Lawyer’s Case Stories of Love, Loneliness, and Litigation, Dr. Freiberg shares case studies mined from his law practice to illustrate dysfunctional bonds that can lead to chronic loneliness. In the book’s award-winning prequel, Four Seasons of Loneliness, he explored chronic loneliness resulting from isolation and disconnection. For more information about all of his books, visit www.thelonelinessbooks.com.       About The Psych Central Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com.