All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

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5 Sleep Hacks To Improve Your Quality Of Rest Mar 06, 2024

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Sleep is increasingly becoming more difficult, and is one of the most overlooked and undervalued area of our health.

If you want to get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: https://www.allaboutyoupod.com.

The Healing Powers of Magic Mushrooms and MDMA: Psychadelic Assisted Therapies for the Treatment of PTSD and Depression Mar 03, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Tania de Jong. Among many incredible accomplishments, Tania is the founder of Mind Medicine Australia, a charity that aims to expand the treatments available for Australians suffering from mental illness through the safe and effective use of psychedelic-assisted therapies.

In a world first, in 2023 Mind Medicine Australia successfully applied to reschedule psilocybin and MDMA so that psychiatrists with the requisite approvals are now able to utilise these substances for treatment-resistant depression and PTSD.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Tania discuss topics including:

Why did you create Mind Medicine Australia?
Studies, research and findings around psychedelic-assisted therapies and terminal patients.
Tania’s personal experiences with these practices.
What kinds of illnesses are psilocybin and MDMA treatments beneficial for?
The history, culture and criminalisation of psychedelic-assisted therapies.
The world-first rescheduling of psilocybin and MDMA and what this means within Australia.
How much do psychadelic-assisted therapies cost?
What is the process for a patient undertaking these therapies?
What can a patient expect to experience?
How many doses or sessions are needed?
What other illnesses would benefit from psychadelic-assisted treatments?
How safe is the treatment? What are the risks?
What is micro-dosing and how is it different to psychadelic-assisted therapy?
Antidepressants and psychadelic-assisted therapies.
What are the current barriers to treatment?
A piece of advice for her 20-something self.
What does the future of psychadelic-assisted therapies look like?

For more information and resources from Tania:

Visit the Mind Medicine Australia website.

Donate to the patient support fund.

Watch Tania’s TEDx Talk: How Singing Together Changes the Brain

Explore Tania’s discography on Spotify and Youtube.

Follow on socials:
Instagram: @‌mindmedicine.au

LinkedIn: Mind Medicine Australia

Tania de Jong AM is a trail-blazing Australian soprano, global speaker, award-winning social entrepreneur, philanthropist, creative innovation catalyst, spiritual journey woman and storyteller. Tania is one of Australia’s most successful female entrepreneurs and innovators having developed 6 businesses and 4 charities.

Tania has a Bachelor of Law (Honours) from the University of Melbourne and is a graduate of Victorian College of the Arts in opera, music theatre and voice. She was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in June 2008 for service to the Arts as a performer and entrepreneur and through the establishment and development of music and arts enrichment programs for schools and communities.

Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: Risk Factors, Symptoms & Treatments Feb 28, 2024

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February is OVARIAN CANCER Awareness month, and this week’s solo episode is dedicated to just that.

In Australia, 1815 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year, and due to it being a very difficult cancer to diagnose, 49% of these women will not survive the next 5 years.

But what exactly is ovarian cancer? What are the risk factors? How do you know if you have it and what can you do to find out?

Join Dr Shauna as she explores the risk factors, symptoms and new treatments for ovarian cancer.

If you’d like to make a donation to Ovarian Cancer Australia, click here.

To get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

Mind Matters: Understanding, Navigating and Overcoming Anxiety and Depression with The Cloud GP, Dr Shiromi Feb 25, 2024

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Content warning: this episode discusses suicide.

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Shiromi, aka The Cloud GP.

After working as a General Practitioner for more than 15 years, Dr Shiromi developed a strong passion for helping patients struggling with their mental health. She created The Cloud GP, an online platform providing access to timely mental health support and resources, for people who may not be comfortable seeking professional help.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Shiromi discuss topics including:

Why did you create The Cloud GP?
What can people expect to gain from completing the online mental health program?
Stigma around mental health - why does this exist?
The impact of the COVID-19 lockdowns on mental health.
How can we define poor mental health? What does that look like?
Symptoms of depression and anxiety.
How do you know when you should be going to see your GP?
What should you do if you know someone who might be experiencing anxiety or depression?
What lifestyle changes can you make to help improve mental health?
Advice if you are struggling with sleep.
Meditation: how do you start?
Tips for having a conversation with someone struggling with mental health.
How to help someone who may be having suicidal thoughts.
The importance of finding a GP you know and trust.
Why speaking to a psychologist is different than speaking to family or friends.
Depression in the perimenopause and menopause.
Blood tests: why are these useful when discussing mental health concerns?
A piece of advice for her 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Dr Shiromi:

Visit The Cloud GP website.

Enroll in the online mental health program, a short course to help you understand and navigate anxiety and depression.

Follow her on socials:
Instagram: @‌thecloudgp
LinkedIn: Dr Shiromi Wimalaguna

Dr Shiromi graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery in 2008, she completed her intern and residency years through Alfred Health in Melbourne. She has been a general practitioner for over 10 years and is a specialist fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). She has worked in both suburban and regional settings, in hospitals, school-based programs and general practice clinics. With a special interest in mental health, Shiromi has advanced skills in focussed psychological strategies and is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

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What the Heck is GSM? Unpacking the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause. Feb 21, 2024

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This week, Shauna takes a deep dive into symptoms that women often experience during the PERIMENOPAUSE and MENOPAUSE.

Focusing on the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) and breaking down the genital, sexual and urinary symptoms, the effects can be very debilitating for a lot of women, causing high levels of discomfort that often doesn’t go away.

So, what do these symptoms look and feel like? How do they impact your quality of life? What can be done about it?

Shauna answers all of your burning questions (and probably some others that you haven’t thought of!)

If you want to get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

Menopause and HRT: Who To See, What To Take & When To Start with Dr Louise Newson Feb 18, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Louise Newson, aka the Menopause Doctor. A GP and Menopause Specialist, Dr Louise is passionate about increasing awareness and knowledge of the perimenopause and menopause, and campaigns for better menopause care for all women.

In 2018 she found the Newson Health Group, which was established to be a centre of excellence providing evidence-based information, support and treatments. She is also the founder of the award-winning balance menopause support app and hosts the Dr Louise Newson podcast, which has been ranked the No.1 medical podcast in the UK.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Louise discuss topics including:

What is the perimenopause? What is menopause?
What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and who is it suitable for?
Dr Louise’s career journey and developing a passion for menopause.
What are the symptoms of the perimenopause and menopause?
Symptoms that affect the brain: memory loss, low mood
How our hormones affect the brain.
Sex during the perimenopause and menopause.
A closer look into HRT - the risks, the evidence and how treatment works.
Patient stories and experiences with HRT.
How is the use of HRT as a treatment evolving?
Dr Shauna’s personal experience with early menopause.
How common is it to experience early menopause?
A piece of advice for her 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Dr Louise Newson:

Download the free balance app.

Listen to The Dr Louise Newson podcast.

Visit the Menopause Charity website for a free menopause education programme for healthcare professionals.

Books: The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause (2023), Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause, and Menopause: All you Need to Know in One Concise Manual.

Find her online and on socials:

Website: Newson Health
Instagram: @‌menopause_doctor

Dr Louise Newson is a GP and Menopause Specialist and holds an Advanced Menopause Specialist certificate with Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare. Dr Louise Newson studied medicine and pathology at The University of Manchester and graduated with First Class BSc (Hons) in Pathology in 1992 and MBChB with Honours in
1994.

She is a member of the Royal College of Physicians (1998) and qualified as a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners with Distinction in 2000 (MRCGP) and was subsequently made a Fellow in 2016 (FRCGP). She is a Visiting Fellow at Murray Edwards College, Cambridge University.

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Joint Pain: A Common Yet Forgotten Symptom of the Perimenopause Feb 14, 2024

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This week, Shauna talks about her personal experiences during the perimenopause, particularly suffering with joint pain. Why does this happen? What does your estrogen level have to do with it? What should you do if you’re experiencing similar symptoms? Listen now to find out.

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Flipping the Script: Beating Imposter Syndrome, Re-Training Your Brain & Unlocking Your Potential Feb 11, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Ben Elliott. Ben is a performance coach specialising in mindset and maximising your potential.

With over 15 years of experience, Ben's practical and time-tested methods are to the point, with the goal to help you unlock a winning mindset and overcome self-doubt, eliminate procrastination and stay focused on your goals.

This conversation is for anyone who struggles with maintaining positive habits, motivation and the pursuit of your goals. Ben discusses the reasoning behind why we feel Imposter Syndrome and unpacks how to overcome it. With a few simple techniques that are easy to implement into your health, this episode is full of useful nuggets that will help you succeed, whatever your goal.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Ben discuss topics including:

Ben's story and career journey
Personal mindset as an athlete
What is positivity?
Re-training your brain: how can we do this?
How to set goals so that they are achievable
Self-image: what is this and how can you change it?
Imposter syndrome: why do we feel it? How can you overcome it?
Limiting beliefs and how these impact self-image
Falling in love with the process
Habits to keep you on track
What can you do if you're feeling stuck in life?
The benefits of practicing gratitude
A piece of advice for his 20-something self

For more information and resources from Ben:

Get in touch for personalised Coaching

Discover the 3 keys to unlocking your mindset, performance and life

Find him online and on socials:

Website: benelliott.com.au
Instagram: @getunlockedwithbenelliott

LinkedIn: Ben Elliott

Podcast: Get Unlocked

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Belly Fat - Why It's Difficult To Lose And What You Can Do To Reduce It! Feb 07, 2024

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Welcome to Dr Shauna’s very first solo episode!

These bite size episodes cover the topics and questions that matter most to YOU.

This week, Shauna addresses some frequently asked questions around BELLY FAT.

What causes it? Why is it so difficult to lose? What can you do to reduce it? Listen now to find out!

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Normal Flow or No-Go: The Bloody Truth About Heavy Periods Feb 04, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Talat Uppal. Talat is a gynaecologist and obstetrician, specialising in heavy bleeding. She is also the founder and director of Women’s Health Road, an innovative and multidisciplinary medical centre for women. In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Talat discuss topics including: Early life and career journey into medicine Discovering her passion What is the normal age to get your first period? Irregular periods in adolescents Why we shouldn't normalise painful period symptoms How do you know if your bleeding is heavy? What is normal vs abnormal when it comes to periods Endometriosis: what is it? Bleeding during the perimenopause What treatments are available if you suffer from heavy bleeding? Iron deficiency caused by heavy periods Bleeding after sex Postmenopausal bleeding Hysterectomy: what is it and who should have one? Ovarian cancer: what are the causes and symptoms? Recovering from a hysterectomy Creating Women's Health Road A piece of advice for her 20-something self For more information and resources from Talat: Instagram: @_womenshealthroad Website: Women's Health Road Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/xuE5qeCQ0zw Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

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