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A 2 Year Old Goes To Hospital Sep 12, 2024

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In 1952 the Documentary "A 2 Year Old Goes To Hospital" was released as a collaboration between 3 of the founders of our understanding of Attachment Theory: John Bowlby, James Robertson, and Joyce Robertson This film changed policies that prevented visitors, including parents, to see their child during a hospital stay. It played a pivotal role in the modern understanding of psychological development and the importance of attachment patterns.

The Mental Health Awareness & Mental Health Gallery, with Brian Belt Sep 10, 2024

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Brian Belt is a Peer Specialist, Mental Health Advocate, and Artist. He is the Founder & Director of Mental Health Awareness and Mental Health Gallery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting artists with mental health issues, and providing free art education for anyone in the Community.

Brian talks with us about his own journey through mental health and addiction treatment, and the pivotal role that Art and Mental Health Services have played in his life and the lives of those he helps. Learn more at www.stigmafree.art

And check out the charity of the month, Horses of Hope, providing Equine Therapy for youth in Isabella, Puerto Rico, at www.horsesofhopepr.org

Monday Mental Tip: 3 Ideas Instead of Scrolling Sep 09, 2024

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This week's tip is 3 ideas to try to interrupt or change gears from mindlessly scrolling on those wonderful little screens we are always carrying around.

Remember to check out www.horsesofhopepr.org for this month's highlighted charity: Horses of Hope.

Patreon Sample: Empty Chair Technique Sep 06, 2024

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Patreon Sample (first 5 minutes) of this week's history chat, looking at the history and use of the Empty Chair in therapy. This includes some history about Gestalt Therapy, Psychoanalysis, trauma, and group therapy.

This episode is brought to the Patrons of the show exclusively, if you would like to hear weekly dives into psychological history, go to www.patreon.com/brokenbrain to subscribe for bonus materials.

Overdose Awareness Live Stream Replay: Hours 4 & 5 Sep 05, 2024

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These are the final hours of the replay of the 5 hour live stream for Opioid Overdose Awareness Day, 8/29, broken into small bite size elements.

Overdose Awareness Live Stream Replay: Hour 3 Sep 04, 2024

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This is Hour 3 of the replay of the 5 hour live stream for Opioid Overdose Awareness Day, 8/29, broken into small bite size elements.

Overdose Awareness Live Stream Replay: Hour 2 Sep 03, 2024

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This is Hour 2 of the replay of the 5 hour live stream for Opioid Overdose Awareness Day, 8/29, broken into small bite size elements.

Overdose Awareness Live Stream Replay: Hour 1 Sep 02, 2024

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This is a replay of the 5 hour live stream for Opioid Overdose Awareness Day, 8/29, broken into small bite size elements.

Psilocybin in Medical Treatment, with Dr JJ Pursell Aug 27, 2024

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Dr JJ Pursell, Naturopathic Physician, educator, and author joins the podcast to discuss her experience using Psilocybin to treat trauma, mental health, and end-of-life care. She shares the process of screening & treatment planning in the medical use of psychedelics. Dr Pursell is an expert in the history, neurology, and current research of of psychedelic assisted therapies. Her latest book is "Psilocybin Therapy: How to Use Nature's Psychedelics for Mental Health."

Follow her work at www.drjjpursell.com

This Thursday (8/29) go to www.dwighthurst.com/live to watch or JOIN the 3rd annual Live Stream for Overdose Awareness!

Monday Mental Tip Impulsive Thought Reboot Aug 26, 2024

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This week's Monday Mental Tip is a nod to my friend, and sometimes guest of the show, Sam Led.

Those of us with ADHD often experience intrusive or impulsive thoughts. We feel like we have to DO something, but today I'll talk about a different goal: Leaning in, Observing, and watching for our brain to Reboot.

(BTW, you may want to check out Sam's book: Beyond ADHD)

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