Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

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Psychotic Depression with Dr. Cummings Dec 22, 2023

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The underreporting of psychotic symptoms by patients in depression is a significant concern, frequently driven by the fear of consequences like hospitalization or the stigma of embarrassment.

We'll discuss the history, the differential to consider when thinking of psychotic depression, mechanisms, and treatment. Notably, individuals with psychotic depression face a suicide rate double that of their non-psychotic counterparts. A recent cohort study by Paljärvi in 2023 revealed a stark contrast: deaths due to suicide were 2.6% in the psychotic depression cohort, compared to 1% in the non-psychotic group. Alarmingly, most suicides occurred within the first two years following diagnosis. People who suffer from psychotic depression often do not report their psychotic symptoms, leading to inadequate response to normal depression treatments. With 6-25% of individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) exhibiting psychotic features, it is imperative to understand and address these unique challenges. Join us as we unravel the complexities of this underrecognized aspect of mental health.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.25 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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200 Episodes Later: A Journey Through Psychiatry with Dr. Puder Dec 08, 2023

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Join us today on the 200th episode of the podcast, as Dr. Puder sits down with Dr. Mark Mullen to discuss the podcast, answer some questions about his personal journey in psychiatry, and reflect on some of his favorite episodes. Dr. Mark Mullen is a 4th year psychiatry resident at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, and the host of his own podcast, Psychiatry Bootcamp.

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Motivational Interviewing with William Miller Dec 01, 2023

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Motivational interviewing serves as a versatile enhancement to various professional practices, whether it's behavioral therapy, medication counseling, classroom teaching, or sports coaching. In the words of Dr. William Miller, "It's a way of being with people to help people make changes." This method emphasizes a collaborative and empathetic interaction style, focusing on empowering individuals to drive their own change, making it a valuable asset in any change or growth-oriented setting.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Connection and Supervision in Medical Education: Exploring the utility of the Connection Index in postgraduate psychiatry training Nov 10, 2023

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What causes burnout among residents?

There are many factors associated with burnout supported in the literature. We can break them down into environmental factors, personal factors, and non-modifiable factors. In this episode, we dive into the major factors of resident burnout and how the connection index can improve resident morale.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Sick Enough: Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani On Eating Disorders Nov 03, 2023

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In today's episode of the podcast, we talk with Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani (Dr. G), internationally renowned author of the book, Sick Enough: A Guide to the Medical Complications of Eating Disorders, and founder of the Gaudiani Clinic in Denver, Colorado. We deconstruct common myths and misconceptions about eating disorders, exercise, metabolic processes and why the term "sick enough" is such an apt title for a text and discussion on this group of complex and life-threatening mental health conditions.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Dr. Christopher Browning- "Ordinary Men" of the Holocaust Oct 20, 2023

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In this interview with historian Dr. Christopher Browning, we discuss his book, Ordinary Men: Reserve Police Battalion 101 and the Final Solution in Poland. An internationally renowned author and researcher, Dr. Browning is also a professor emeritus of history at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). He is an internationally recognized expert on the Holocaust and Nazi Germany and has authored over 75 publications.

His focus on Battalion 101 emerged during his research of the Holocaust, when he discovered that this battalion was unlike any other in the German army or police force—it was comprised of ordinary, middle-aged men, not trained soldiers. Despite this fact, they assimilated into the Nazi practices of mass murder with disturbing ease. Dr. Browning examines the psychological and cultural influences that impacted this seeming phenomenon and offers poignant insights from existing historical documents.

We want to thank Jeremiah Stokes, Ed.D., LMHC for being part of this episode and helping with write up available on psychiatrypodcast.com

By listening to this episode, you can earn 2 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Dr. Robert Sapolsky: Baboons, Stress Research, Connection and Determinism Oct 16, 2023

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In today's episode of the podcast, we are joined by neuroscientist and primatologist, Dr. Robert Sapolsky, to discuss his work with baboons, stress, and his own mental health journey. Dr. Sapolsky is professor of biology, neurology, and neuroscience at Stanford University, as well as an author of several books including, A Primate's Memoir: A Neuroscientist's Unconventional Life Among the Baboons, Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers, and Determined. He has spent extensive time studying baboons in Kenya over the course of his career, a passion he attributes to his extensive time spent in the American Natural History Museum in New York. Joining our conversation is Alexander Horwitz, M.D., a 4th-year psychiatry resident who previously enlightened us on serotonin syndrome in an earlier episode.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.25 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Dr. Sue Johnson: Attunement, Attachment and the Development of Emotionally Focused Therapy Oct 11, 2023

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In today's episode of the podcast, I interview Dr. Sue Johnson, founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy, an intervention for relationships aimed at resolving distress by helping clients become attuned within a secure attachment bond. She has also written countless books and articles, a personal favorite being Hold Me Tight. She was the first person to teach me about the still face experiment in 2013. I, myself, have had the personal benefit of being in EFT with my wife for the past year. I remember watching a video of Sue doing therapy, and I thought, there is some sort of symphony happening here, and I really want to learn how to play the notes. I wanted this session to pull out as many practical pearls as possible from Dr. Johnson, more of the "how" of the process of helping people reconnect.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Buprenorphine and Opioid Use Disorder Management with Dr. Neal Christopher Sep 27, 2023

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We are joined again by Dr. Neal Christopher, who is currently the Vice Chair and Associate Medical Director of Arrowhead Regional Medical Center and the Psychiatry and Addiction Consultant for the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health. Dr. Christopher has previously appeared on the Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Podcast in episode 063, "Interviewing Well For Psychiatry Residency & Beyond," and episode 103, "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Dr. Steven Hayes."

In this week's episode, Dr. Puder and Dr. Christopher discuss the recent elimination of the X-Waiver and what it means for providers, the mechanism and efficacy of buprenorphine, and practical tips for prescribing buprenorphine and supporting patients on their road to recovery from opioid use disorder.

This episode continues our podcast series on addiction, designed to meet the one-time, 8-hour training requirement introduced by the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023. This mandate applies to all providers registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and our series primarily focuses on the treatment and management of patients with substance use disorders.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Inpatient Child & Adolescent Psychiatry: Dr. Bender's Journey Through Curiosity and Connection Sep 22, 2023

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In the realm of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, especially within an inpatient psychiatric setting, a narrative-driven and curiosity-based approach has proven invaluable. Each child who is admitted is navigating a crisis, making it imperative to deeply understand their unique situation to chart an effective treatment plan. This goes beyond clinical observations; it's about immersive engagement with both the patient and their family, diving into their lived experiences to piece together a holistic patient narrative. Through collective efforts, the capacity to deeply connect with and understand every patient and their families is enhanced.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.75 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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