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MENTAL HEALTH HEADLINE HOT TAKES with Nick and Todd - ep 1 Jan 04, 2024

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Hot Takes on Philly Injection Sites and the Implications of World Mental Health Day Todd: Philly Says No to Safe Havens: Opioid Crisis or Public Health Disaster? Nick: World Mental Health Day: Global Priority or Empty Words? Join Nick Thompson (Reality TV Personality, Eyes Wide Open Podcast host, Mental Health Advocate) and Todd Rennebohm (Author, Bunny Hugs Podcast host, Mental Health Advocate) as they delve into the latest mental health news with sharp insights and heated debate. Buckle up as they tackle two new headline topics: Todd takes on the controversial injection site topic: Philadelphia lawmakers have voted to ban supervised injection sites in most of the city. Is this a step forward in the fight against the opioid crisis or a harmful setback for public health? Todd brings the facts and fires up the discussion. Nick shifts the focus to the implications of World Mental Health Day: It's World Mental Health Day 2023, and the theme is "Make Mental Health and Wellbeing for All a Global Priority." Nick explores this crucial theme and its implications for individuals who struggle with their mental health every day. Prepare for passionate arguments, diverse perspectives, and a deeper understanding of the complex world of mental health. Get ready to engage your mind and challenge your assumptions on Mental Health Headlines Hot Takes with Nick and Todd. Dive in and join the conversation! About the Show Mental Health Headlines Hot Takes is your go-to podcast for thought-provoking discussions on the latest news and developments shaping the world of mental health. Tune in every episode to join Nick and Todd as they debate and dissect the issues that matter most. We’re glad you’re here. Follow Nick: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-wide-open-with-nick-thompson/id1640110814?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=lt_p YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eyeswideopencontent Follow Todd: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunnyhugspodcast/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/bunny-hugs-and-mental-health/id1560055327 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bunnyhugsandmentalhealth

What is PMDD? - Sandi MacDonald Dec 30, 2023

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This episode was originally released in July 2021 as episode 18.

In this episode I speak to Sandi MacDonald, the co-founder and Executive Director of the IAPMD (International Association For Premenstrual Disorders), about PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). What is that? It is a little known Mental Health Condition that affect women/AFAB, likely much more women than we think. Currently 1 in 20 women are diagnosed but numbers are likely much much higher. Many women are misdiagnosed with being bipolar, when in fact they have PMDD. Be prepared to learn a lot! Learn more about PMDD and find peer support here https://iapmd.org

Topics include PMDD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, depression, anxiety

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Surviving the Crash - Chad Mierau and Spencer Michel Dec 23, 2023

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This episode originally aired April 23, 2022.

January 2016 Chad lost his little sister Chandra, her husband Jordan, and their two kids Kamryn and Miguire to a drunk driver, Catherine McKay. Catherine survived the crash with a few minor bumps and scratches. Chad talks about his heart break in his new book Surviving the Crash. In writing his book, Chad met with Catherine's children. Chad's capability to forgive has set him on a journey with connection. Spencer, Catherine's son, now calls Chad a brother and a mentor. The world could use more people like Chad and Spencer.

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Topics include addiction, grief, depression, trauma

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Learning How To Be a Grieving Mother - Lisa Boehm Dec 16, 2023

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Lisa's idilic family was devastated when her 18 year old daughter was taken in a car crash. Grieving the loss of a child seems like an impossible task. How did Lisa manage to be a wife to grieving husband and mother to a grieving son and still be able to process her own emotions? There were little or to no external supports for her so Lisa has created a support to help others. Today Lisa Boehm is an author, speaker, grief mentor and podcaster. You can find her book, Journey to HEALING: A Mother's Guide to Navigating Child Loss, her podcast Rising Strong: Mental Health & Resilience and her services on her website https://www.lisakboehm.com/

Topics in this episode include grieving, depression, suicide, trauma

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Youth Matter Symposium - Laura Lawrence Dec 13, 2023

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Laura Lawrence is an author, speaker, bodytalk practitioner and the founder of the non for profit organization Youth Matter in Melfort Saskatchewan. Last year I was lucky enough to be a guest speaker at their mental health symposium for youth. This year I recorded parts of the event for the podcast. The style of this episode is different than any other I've done. This episode an audio documentary of the event and it's founder, Laura. The event's speakers and featured guests were Dan Hern, Brad Sirosky, Ally Hrbacheck, Terrance Littletent, Crystal Greenwood, Shelley Enns, and Linsey Levendall. There were also countless volunteers, board members and sponsors that made the event a success! For more information on the Youth Matter's symposium, Teen Talk Tuesdays or when the team will be traveling and speaking again please go to www.youthmatter.ca @youth_matter_sk on Instagram. Laura Lawrence @lauralawrence.author on instagram Dan Hern @hardknoxtalks on instagram Brad Siroski @brad_siroski on Instagram Ally Hrbachek @allyscreeativebakeshop on Instagram Linsey Levendall @linsey_levendall on Instagram Shelley Enns @shellsfitnesssoul on Instagram Crystal Greenwood @crystalgreenwood on Instagram Topics in this episode include generational trauma, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, addiction FOLLOW BUNNY HUGS AND MENTAL HEALTH on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Bunny-Hugs-and-Mental-Health-103055408571486 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bunnyhugspodcast/?hl=en TikTok https://tiktok.com/@bunnyhugspodcast/ Check out my children book at https://www.amazon.ca/Sometimes-Daddy-Cries-Todd-Rennebohm/dp/0228834678 Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health podcasts list! https://blog.feedspot.com/canadian_mental_health_podcasts/ And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_health_podcasts/ This episode is brought to you by Co-op Follow Co-op on social media @CoopCRS on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and @wearecoop TikTok --

I Was Trafficked By My Boyfriend - Christina Dec 09, 2023

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How does a young, attractive girl go from a drama and trauma free, well to do southern California family to being trafficked? How does a trauma riddled sex worker go from 16 years of the streets and addiction to being an inspiration? Christina bravely gets vulnerable and tells her story. Follow Christina on TikTok and Instagram @majorchristina89

Topics in this episode include sexual trauma and abuse, addiction, depression, violence

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I Killed Two People While Driving Drunk - Martin Lockett Dec 02, 2023

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Martin spent 17 and a half years in prison for killing 2 people while driving under the influence. Did Martin learn from those mistakes, why did a reporter refer to his crash as a 'palpable irony' and what are Martin's thoughts on the prison system in America?

Go to Martin's website at https://www.martinlockett.com/ to find his writings and to hire him for speaking engagements.

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Topics in this episode include trauma, death, addiction, depression

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My Dad Killed My Mom and Then Himself - Dr Tim Lewis Nov 25, 2023

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Dr Tim Lewis has written a new book Daddy: A Son's Reckoning with Personal and Collective Trauma in America. As a young adult, Dr Lewis overheard his father kill his mother and then take his own life. In our discussion he explains the circumstances behind that event, his PTSD from it, his CPTSD growing up with abuse and his father's PTSD as a WWII veteran. Today he is a psychologist helping others work through their traumas. You can find him and his book at https://www.drtimlewis.com Topics in this episode include suicide, murder, PTSD, CPTSD, abuse, anxiety, depression FOLLOW BUNNY HUGS AND MENTAL HEALTH on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Bunny-Hugs-and-Mental-Health-103055408571486 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bunnyhugspodcast/?hl=en TikTok https://tiktok.com/@bunnyhugspodcast/ Check out my children book at https://www.amazon.ca/Sometimes-Daddy-Cries-Todd-Rennebohm/dp/0228834678 This episode is brought to you by Co-op Follow Co-op on social media @CoopCRS on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and @wearecoop TikTok Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health podcasts list! https://blog.feedspot.com/canadian_mental_health_podcasts/ And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_health_podcasts/

Life With Misophonia - Shane Haniff Nov 22, 2023

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Shane suffers from misophonia, the disorder that drives people to fight or flight mode when hearing certain sounds. In the past it affected his relationships, work and his mental health. Today he has strategies and tools he uses when triggered. Listen to find out more about Shane's journey and how he copes.

Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety, misophonia

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Love on the Spectrum - James B Jones Nov 18, 2023

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You may have seen James on the wildly popular Netflix series, Love on the Spectrum USA, where folks on the autism spectrum try to find love. James discusses with me a bit about his time on the show, challenges he's endured in school, work. love and Star Wars. James is an incredibly sweet soul with lots of love to give! You can follow him on Instagram @jamesbjones87

Topics in this episode include bullying, anxiety, depression

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