From the streets of San Francisco to the depths of human struggle, Dr. Robert L. Okin, MD, shares the deeply personal narratives of people he spoke with experiencing homelessness during his two-year journey living among and listening to the stories of homeless individuals with mental illness.
Reflecting on the vulnerability and resilience of the individuals ... Show More
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Punk Rock Meets Therapy: Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
How are punk rock and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) related? More than you think. In this episode, clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr. J.J. Kelly — the “punk rock doc” — joins the conversation to break down DBT with raw honesty, humor, and zero fluff. Far from a ... Show More
31m 15s
Sep 25
Olympic Gold Medalist on Alcoholism, Recovery, and Redemption
How exactly does a three-time Olympic gold medalist end up with alcohol use disorder? At just 16, Carrie Bates stood on the Olympic podium with a gold medal around her neck. To the world, she had it all — talent, drive, and glory. But behind the scenes, Carrie was fighting a grow ... Show More
27m 30s
Aug 2024
A Story of Friendship and Mental Illness with Jonathan Rosen
In this episode, Jonathan Rosen shares a deeply personal journey of friendship and mental illness, shedding light on his best friend, Michael’s battle with schizophrenia. Through his poignant storytelling, Jonathan delves into the challenges Michael faced, the complexities of the ... Show More
51m 10s
Jul 2022
Mass Shootings and Schizophrenia
News coverage of murders and mass shootings often puts a spotlight on the perpetrator's mental health, claiming they may be mentally ill with something like schizophrenia. Yet, in 2018, the FBI found that only 5% of active shooters had a mental disorder that includes psychosis. I ... Show More
48m 36s
Oct 2024
Finding Hope with a Schizophrenia Diagnosis
Hope is a crucial element that can significantly influence recovery for people with schizophrenia. It offers a pathway to resilience, empowerment, and a fulfilling life. However, schizophrenia is a disabling psychiatric condition that impacts 1% of people worldwide and ranks amon ... Show More
53m 1s
Mar 2024
Exploring the Gritty and Ugly Sides of Bipolar
Addressing the more difficult and less discussed aspects of bipolar disorder, such as the high suicide rates associated with the condition, the severe impacts of depressive episodes, and societal stigma & discrimination is never easy. However, in today's episode, we ask ourselves ... Show More
45m 11s
Mar 2024
Neil Gong, "Sons, Daughters, and Sidewalk Psychotics: Mental Illness and Homelessness in Los Angeles" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
Sociologist Neil M. Gong explains why mental health treatment in Los Angeles rarely succeeds, for the rich, the poor, and everyone in between.In 2022, Los Angeles became the US county with the largest population of unhoused people, drawing a stark contrast with the wealth on disp ... Show More
41m 42s
Nov 2018
The Autism Podcast - Episode 2 - Interview with Dr Carrie Grant (on the topic of SEN, mental health, stigma and social change)
In Episode 2, Chris and Emma interview Dr Carrie Grant! Carrie is perhaps best known for television, music and radio work but also happens to be a tremendous autism advocate and campaigner, and a parent of autistic children too. Carrie tells us her story and her views on the soci ... Show More
1h 23m
Sep 2022
Trailer: Shame in Medicine: The Lost Forest
A 10-part audio documentary series on The Nocturnists podcast, “Shame in Medicine: The Lost Forest” explores how shame manifests in medical culture. Shame is ubiquitous in healthcare. Shame experiences in healthcare workers contribute to burnout, depression, suicidality, impaired ... Show More
2m 44s
Sep 28
High-Functioning Depression: Dr. Judith Joseph on Signs, Struggles & Finding Joy Again
High-functioning depression is one of the most misunderstood mental health struggles of our time — and psychiatrist, professor, and author Dr. Judith Joseph is on a mission to change that. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Joseph, who has been featured on The Today Show and inte ... Show More
29m 12s
Sep 4
329. The psychology of the male loneliness epidemic
In this episode we break down the growing conversation around the “male loneliness epidemic”: what’s true, what’s misleading, and what the research actually says. This is a complex and controversial topic, but one that deserves a clear, evidence-based perspective. Why has lonelin ... Show More
51m 22s