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ADAA Video on Borderline Personality Disorder

There are so many topics that I can't cover effectively, but I do know where to find authoritative sources. This is a video from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America about Borderline Personality Disorder.

After viewing the video you might have more questions. Here are some resources that are safe to check out:

The National Institute of Mental Health has an information page about BDP that was last edited in 2025. It talks about the condition, symptoms and treatment for the condition.

Mental Health America has similar information about the condition, however they do add additional treatment options.

On the ADAA website, there are people that share their experiences with an anxiety condition. There is a page where are woman talks about she is learning to cope with BPD.

Sara Abbott, LCSW host the Bold Beautiful Borderline Podcast where she talks about the condition

There is also From Borderline to Beautiful: Hope and Help for BPD with Rose Skeeters, who is a licensed therapist, nutritionist and mind coach.

Emergency Resources

The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options.

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

Disclaimer:

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ARP 415 Facts about Mental Health Licenses

Doctors, Resource, Therapy, Treatment

In this episode, I want to give an overview of what a mental health license is, why it is necessary and some of the types of providers that have a specific type of license.

Part of the reason the podcast exist is to provide accurate, verifiable information.

So when I hear a statement like, "a license is only for insurance purposes," I have flashbacks of being that girl in class with her arms waving as the rest of the class groans.

Resources Mentioned:

There is a simple version from Mental Health Foundation on the types of mental health professionals.

From NAMI, that is the National Alliance of Mental Illness is a PDF fact sheet on the types of mental health professionals, the titles and what they do.

Mental Health America also has a page on the various types of mental healthcare providers.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 407 What is Dopamine?

Brain, Mood, Treatment

Mental health isn't just fixing one thing. It is more than stopping the symptoms. It is getting the parts back in alignment. Your brain, your spirit, your body and yes even neurotransmitters.

This episode is about the neurotransmitter Dopamine. What it is and the relationship between stress, anxiety and the fight or flight response. I hope understand that this is one of the many processes of recovery.

Do what you can, when you can.

Resources Mentioned:

The Cleveland Clinic has an explainer page on Dopamine.

There are three TED Ed videos that visually explain what is happening in your brain when you have excessive stress and the relationship between anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.

How stress affects your body - Sharon Horesh Bergquist on what goes on inside our body when we are chronically stressed

Procrastination that includes the flight or fight response and the relationship to anxiety and depression.

How the food you eat affects your brain lesson by Mia Nacamulli explains how food affects your brain, how Amino Acids change into neurotransmitters and how the food we eat can change how we feel and behave.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 406 SSRIs and Factual Information

Brain, Medication, Mood, Treatment

A few months back, there were statements about SSRIs and increase violence in youth. Not true and I found a well written article explaining what a government official said and what is the factual, data based findings. I'll have that linked below.

What I want to do is share with you the process of evaluating a medication so that you know the benefits and possible side effects so that you can make an informed choice.

The basic questions are:

What is this drug and why do I need it?
Specifics on how much to take, when and with or without foods or liquids.
What are the known side effects and when should I be concerned?
Are there foods, drinks, vitamins, herbals or other things I should not take with the medication?
How do I quit or stop taking the medication? There are some meds that you have to be weaned off of or you might experience harsh withdrawal symptoms.

Resources Mentioned:

What Is (and What Is Not) on Trump and Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again Public Health Agenda by KFF News.

Simply Psychology page on Serotonin and how it affects the brain and body.

The Mayo Clinic has a good information page about anti-depressants

Antidepressants for kids and teens: What the science says. For parents who need background information on anti-depressants for their kids or teenagers.

Medline Plus Drug Information Page, you can type the generic name or the brand name of the drug to get information on it.

Emergency Resources:

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 400 - Panic Attack Basics

Panic, Symptoms, Treatment

There are people that have one singular panic attack. They never have another one. Then there are those of us that have it infrequently or as a weekly pest. In this episode, I mention the bear in the driveway.

For my overseas listeners, there are states that have bear populations. And humans have built housing near the areas where the bears and wildlife populate. So their could be a possibility of a bear rumbling through trash can looking for food.

But panic attacks have invisible bears. There is a threat you can't see but your brain is telling you that you are in danger. You body reacts. In this episode, I explain in plain terms what a panic attack is, the symptoms and treatment options.

I should probably tell you that I lean toward science + a whole body approach to treatment.

Resources Mentioned:

Anxiety and Depression Association of America is a non-profit website that has educational resources. They also have a YouTube channel with a Ken Goodman - Coping with Panic Attacks video that explains the panic attack cycle process.

The Mayo Clinic page on When Panic Hits Home

Helpguide.org has an 2026 updated page on panic attacks and panic disorders.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 394 Creator Care for Digital Content Creators

Support, Therapy, Treatment

Creator Care is a therapy option set up for digital content creators. If you produce gamer videos, TicTok tips or are deep in the YouTube algorithm whiplash then this could be of interest to you.

There have been a few notable YouTubers who have decided to take extended breaks, leave the platform or have made the ultimate deep six six dive. Many others are going through burnout or feel that there anxiety levels are a bit too high.

Per the vendor's website:

Many creators experience anxiety, burnout, depression, and isolation, yet often face barriers to accessing care.

Currently the service is available only to California digital creators living in CA but they do have plans to expand the service across the U.S.

Resources Mentioned:

If you are a digital creator that lives in California, you can access the Revive Health Therapy portal for Creator Care. There are virtual visits as well as an option for actual offices visits if you live near Oakland or Walnut Creek.

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America website have a directory of providers that focus on these topics. You can search by location, your condition or by your population type, for example, you are a veteran, a senior or a person with disabilities.

The Open Counseling website allows you to put in your zip code or the name of your state and then find a provider. Some of these providers do have a virtual therapy option.

On the main page of the website, there is information on some of the non-profits that might have free or reduced payment options to access therapy treatment. Please note that Open Counseling has an affiliate relationship with the BetterHelp.com group of companies, such as Regain.us, TeenCounseling.com and TalkSpace.com.

Open Path Collective. This is a non-profit membership site that can help you reduce the cost of your therapy sessions. This is open to all, not just digital creators. You get the opportunity to read the profile of the therapist and hopefully have an appropriate and supportive match for your needs.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 393 - A Look at the FL-100 Headset for Depression

Depression, Technology, Treatment

The FL-100 headset is a possible a treatment option for people that have moderate to severe depression. Well in Europe, UK and Australia, that is true. Hopefully it is coming some time soon for folks in the U.S.

I should mention that it is expensive and it will only be available via prescription from a doctor or medical provider. This is short episode that gives a brief overview of the product.

Resources Mentioned:

I found the news story about the FL-100 on Reuter.com.

There is a video of a young woman giving her view about the product. She only has one video on her YouTube page but it might give you a real world perspective about the device.

If you would like to visit the Flow Neuroscience website, please be aware it is directed to the UK and European marketplace. You can learn about the product but they do not have a U.S. specific website set

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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Rosemead Official Movie Trailer

Culture, Therapy, Treatment

No group of people, no culture is exempt from having a member of that culture having a mental health condition. Depending on how you were raised, you might have trouble accessing or receiving help.

This is a trailer for the movie Rosemead. Per National Public Radio (NPR) it is based on a true story of a woman who has cancer and is dealing with her teenage son's schizophrenia. Dealing with cancer and

schizophrenia is a challenge.

Now put a cultural overlay of what your society accepts and denies about mental health treatment.

I want this film to be a blockbuster. It won't be but if you can find a way to see it, it would be a good thing. Make the effort.

I want accessible and affordable mental health treatment in the United States.

Maybe someday. It is worth fighting for but it might take a while.

Resources:

NPR Morning Edition interview with Lucy Liu on her role in the film and cultural taboos about talking about hard topics.

Asian Mental Health Directory, a listing of therapists in the U.S. and Canada. You can filter by language, type of condition and other options.

South Asian Sexual and Mental Health Alliance (SASMHA) via their website "offer virtual and in-person community workshops, a resource hub, a podcast, and share community voices through our blog."

The website Asian Do Therapy is trying to break the stigma of talking about a problem and seeking treatment. There is a podcast, how to find a therapist and you probably should check out the About Us page. It touches on some of the concerns folks have about getting treatment.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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Mental Health Resources for Parents of Anxious Children

Anxiety, Education, Treatment

I primarily talk about adult resources for anxiety conditions. That is a hard enough nut to crack. But parents of anxious children need help too.

The American Academy of Pediatrics doctors treat children and teens. They have a page on their website that has information PDFs about anxiety treatment and mental health issues in English and Spanish.

Some of the topics include managing depression or sadness, managing inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity, and activities to help your child or adolescent manage anxiety.

The PDFs also list other resources that provide information about child mental health.

Then there is the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP). The have multiple guides on childhood mental health conditions.

The AACAP has a 17 page Anxiety Parents Medication Guide on what are the anxiety disorders, medication and psychosocial treatments for anxiety.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 388 - No Joke About Dental Anxiety

Dental, Fear, Treatment

There is a video about a dentist joking about giving less medication to people not of her political persuasion. To her audience, I guess they found it funny.

There is a larger story than the dentist and the joke. I waited. I hoped someone would bring a non-political reason what the joke was bad, very bad and unprofessional.

For the record, there are million of us that have some form of dental anxiety or dental phobia.

We need the skills of a professional, qualified and compassionate dentist.

We are scared out of our skulls because we don't know what a few bad teeth yankers of the profession will do to us. Or we clearly remember what a few of them have done to us.

In this episode, a brief definition of dental anxiety and phobia and resources for you to empower yourself.

Resources Mentioned:

There is a website associated with the American Dental Association website called Mouth Healthy. It offer three tips on dealing with dental anxiety.

Cleveland Clinic page on what is dental phobia, the symptoms, causes and treatment options.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22594-dentophobia-fear-of-dentists

The University of Pennsylvania Dental Medicine has a page on how to get over dental anxiety

For those of you in the United Kingdom, the Dental Fear Central page has some good information and suggestions on dealing with dental anxiety.

Emergency Resources

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 378 Gatophobia or Fear of Cats

Phobias, Resources, Treatment

We all have that thing that gets under our skin. The thing we can't stand and won't abide in any form. That at best is an irritation. But for some of us, it can be a problem if it impacts the quality of life.

Those four-legged poof balls called cats can be a problem for people with a phobia about cats. In this episode, what it is, the symptoms and treatment resources.

Resources Mentioned:

The Cleveland Clinic has a page on ailurophobia, another name for the fear of cats.

If you want to go learn about the condition, there is a HelpGuide.org page on Phobias and Irrational Fears.

Psychology Today has a directory of mental health providers. You can search by city or zip code.

Emergency Resources:

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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ARP 372 - Agoraphobia Definition and Resources

Awareness, Phobias, Treatment

Agoraphobia is the fear of being away from a safe place. People with agoraphobia have trouble being in certain types of public places. They also have problems with enclosed areas that don't seem to have an escape path.

There are people that do just fine traveling only to a home, the store, work and maybe the church. Anything more than that causes them distress.

There are people that cannot ride a bus or the subway. It is the fear of being trapped without an escape.

Then you have people that cannot leave their homes or they can only do so with someone accompany them.

In this episode a quick look at the condition, some of the symptoms and resources to get you started on your recovery journey.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

National Library of Health MedlinePlus page on Agoraphobia

National Institute of Mental Health booklet on Panic Disorders

HelpGuide.org page on Agoraphobia, this will be a long and detailed account of the condition.

Psychology Today has a directory of mental health providers. You can search by city or zip code.

ADAA.org has an online Peer to Peer support portal. It is a meeting place for people with a variety of anxiety conditions, including people that have agoraphobia. You do have to join the group and abide by the group guidelines.

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ARP 360 - Mental Health Treatment Options for 2024

Education, Therapy, Treatment

This is the second part of a look at some of the mental health treatment options in 2024. There have been changes since the creation of the podcast in 2015.

For example, in 2015 there were limited telehealth options, no entrepreneurial mental health apps and service providers. No A.I enhanced apps. And mental health services was primarily provided face to face or in a group setting.

There have been changes in technology and access to care.

For my overseas listeners, I'm sorry but this one is going to be U.S. centric. There are cultural, governmental and way too many differences in access to treatment. Please continue to listen and glean from it what you can.

Before I get to that, it helps if you know the terms, vocabulary and some of the science based options for your anxiety.

One of the resources that is accessible is located at the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health - Booklets and Fact Sheets. Consider this a starting point in your treatment, so that you have a understanding of what is going on and some, but not all of your treatment options.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

U.S. National Institute of Mental Health - Booklets and Fact Sheets The documents can be viewed on the website or downloaded as a PDF. There are also Spanish language versions.

Mental Health America page on Screening Tools for Anxiety

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. This therapy is suggested for people that have anxiety, some forms of depression.

In the Anxiety Disorders booklet, there is a section on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. There is a much longer definition I found at the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

If you prefer your information in an audio format, the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists has a self-help section that has recordings about various CBT topics, including dealing with anxiety.

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) therapy the focus is that it routes you into the present tense, along with providing skills to handle problems.

There is a lot of treatment definitions on the Psychology Today website:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is for folks that need help in regulating emotions, developing mindfulness skills and help with challenging situations. Harvard Health has a page about DBT,

And Everyday Health has an extensive guide about DBT,

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ARP 345 Ideophobia or Fear of Ideas

Awareness, Phobias, Treatment

With all of the book banning in the United States, a person could make a case that some sections of the country has ideophobia or the fear of ideas.

Might also be bibliophobia.

In this episode, a quick look at the definition of Ideophobia.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

Mind.org.uk Causes of Phobias self-help guide.

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/phobias/causes-of-phobias/

Mental Health America has an information page about phobias, the types of phobias and the treatment option of cognitive behavioral therapy.

From the UK National Health Service, a self-help guide to phobias, what they are and what you can do about them.

ADAA has on-line communities where you can communicate with other people that have your experience share their stories, experiences and there are mental health professionals that post helpful resources.

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ARP 332 - Dealing With Jaw Clenching aka Bruxism

Relaxation, Symptoms, Treatment

Many of us hold our tongues or clench our teeth to protect ourselves from saying what you really want to say. Or feel.

And for most of us, that works and we go about our day. But if you are clenching and grinding your teeth on a daily basis there is going to be a problem.

Sometimes with your jaw. Or wearing away your teeth. Or having headaches or something worse.

In this episode, a look at what jaw clenching and teeth grinding and some of the things you can do to reduce the symptoms. The medical term is called bruxism.

I do want to mention that I did not make any references to medication. That is because there can be non-anxiety related forms of bruxism. There can be structural problems with the jaw or mouth.

If that is the source of the problem, then that is more of a dental treatment issue. I'm looking at jaw clenching and teeth grinding from a stress and anxiety point of view.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

No Time To Panic: How I Curbed My Anxiety and Conquered a Lifetime of Panic Attacks" By Matt Gutman, who is an ABC news national chief correspondent. You can listen to a sample of the book at the publisher web site.

National Public Radio 1A podcast interviewed Matt Gutman and talked about his experiences having panic attacks on the air. It is a 36-minute conversation.

The Journal of the American Dental Association page on Bruxism has a patient PDF that you can download. It explains what it is and what you can do about it.

Colgate Bruxism Exercises to Reduce Teeth Grinding.

All about BRUXISM via Dentalk! on YouTube.

Sleep Foundation page about Bruxism. Sleep Foundation is not associated with the non-profit National Sleep Foundation. This company is in the business of selling sleep products. That being said, they do have factual information regarding sleep issues.

Healthline jaw exercise post with gifs to show you how to do it.

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ARP 331 Medication Options for Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2023

GAD, Medication, Treatment

I’ve done a couple of episodes on generalized anxiety disorder, sometimes referred to as GAD. However, there have been changes to some of the medication treatment options.

And there are new options that did not exist in 2016 or 2018 so I thought that I’d catch everyone up on what is going to be current for the foreseeable future.

That is the topic for today's episode.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

How to Tell if Shortness of Breath Is From Anxiety and How to Treat It from Livestrong.com

Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a four question screener to help you figure out if you have GAD. The site also has a brochure about what the condition is and some of the treatment options.

The National Institute of Mental Health has a web page and downloadable booklet on Generalized Anxiety Disorder aka GAD.

Consumer Version of the Merck Manual pages on General Anxiety Disorder with a short video about GAD.

Prior episode on Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners

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ARP 327 - Is it Always Going To Be Like This?

Anxiety, Awareness, Treatment

As I mention in the podcast, it is the eight anniversary of the podcast. The need to connect people to the various mental health services is still necessary.

There have been times that my symptoms were stable and I could crank out an episode, no problem.

But there are times when I'm at high tide, the symptoms are showing themselves to the public and I can or cannot produce an episode.

Thing is, more often or not, I found a way. Making mistakes. Learning new ideas and concepts. Understanding that treatment is an ever expanding concept.

In 2015 I did not say anything about virtual mental health care. It wasn't on the radar or a minor blip accessible to some people, probably using Skype.

So I still do this podcast dance with my symptoms and my goals.

Which begs the question, Is it always going to be like this?

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

From the Mayo Clinic, the traditional approach to treating anxiety disorders.

Psychology Today, Why Do People With Anxiety Disorders Avoid Getting Therapy?

Via National Library of Medicine NCBI - Males and Mental Health Stigma

Helpguide.org detailed page about Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks.

From Travel & Leisure Magazine How to Support an Anxious Flier, According to Experts

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Show 324 - Dealing With Symptoms

Breathing, Resource, Treatment

It has been a while since I’ve mentioned this; the focus on the podcast is for folks that have been medically diagnosed with an anxiety condition or disorder.

However, all are welcome. The over-stressed, the somewhat anxious or those that are up against it and don’t know what to do.

Everybody has anxiety. That is normal and necessary. We need it for our personal safety and awareness that there is a possible problem or danger. Anxiety’s job is to bring awareness. Not a good thing or a bad thing.

For some of us, our anxiety alert system is out of whack. Our brain is on constant high alert. There are symptoms that are hard to control. That is the topic of this episode. How do you deal with your symptoms?

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

National Institute of Mental Health definition page on Anxiety Disorders. They also have downloadable booklets on:

Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) FAQ page on Anxiety, the types of anxiety, treatment options and additional resources.

American Lung Association video on Pursed Lip Breathing technique.

Very Well Mind page on 9 Breathing Exercises to Calm Anxiety.

Harvard Health Page on Foods Linked to Better Brain Power.

ARP 216 has examples of books about the brain/gut connection aka nutrition.

Five Minute Meditation Practice via Greater Good in Action/UC Berkeley

UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC) meditations exercises in different languages.

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Show 322 - What Is A Health Coach?

Awareness, Support, Telemedicine, Treatment

Last time, I talked about coaching. How there are different types of coaches and that it is an unlicensed and unregulated practice. There are good and bad coaches, and we need to find ways to figure out who is who.

I tried to chop it down into chunks but this is a big topic. And not a lot of consumer friendly information sources. Many of the resources I found where connected to vendors wanting to either have folks sign up for their telehealth service or to take a class or course on health couching.

The somewhat neutral sources I've listed below.

I know this one is wordy. But honestly, I whacked it down from 22 minutes to about 14 minutes.

Probably should have knocked off another seven but you do what you can when you can.

For my overseas folks. I do not know if you have the expression "wham, bam, thank you mam."

It applies to the vending machine approach to obtaining sexual services from an in-demand vendor.

Going to a doctor or medical office can be a long wait, then you get into the office, say your piece. The doctor takes a look, makes a decision in about two minutes and out you go.

Don't know if it is the same in the UK, India, Australia, Canada or the islands.

Which is why telemedicine is very popular. Most people would like to cut out the waiting and get to the important part of their care.

In this episode, a look at health coaching.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

S.E. Cupp is a political commentator on CNN program S.E. Cupp Unfiltered. She is also a fellow traveler on the road. May 2023 is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a short clip from her show talking about her experiences with the condition and why she wants to bring awareness about mental health out of the shadows.

Post on Very Well Health called Does Eating Fried Foods Really Put Us at Risk for Depression and Anxiety?

Look folks, do the best you can. Eat to support your brain health. If you slip up and eat some fries; try to have a bit of fruit or veggies for your next meal. The goal is clean eating but some of us are going to get dusty along the way.

Cleveland Clinic page on What Is A health Coach?

Positive Psychology What is Health Coaching?

Wave Life is an app with information about mental fitness, cognitive support for Gen-Z folks and health coach support.

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Show 321 What is a Coach?

Resource, Telehealth, Treatment

I’m working my way through the mental health telemedicine providers and I’m coming across the word “coach.”

I get a little leery about that word because I’ve had some experiences with people using it to wrap themselves in a health wellness cloak of respectability.

I’ve gone to conferences and sat in on sessions that I thought were about how to best provide information to people wanted health information.

A couple of those sessions went into details about how to lead your audience down a sales funnel by appealing to fears, wants and needs.

And how you can position yourself as an expert to sell $47 a bottle worth of healing.

Yeah, I have a lot of preconceived bias about that word. But are my preconceived bias getting in the way of what is happening in the mental health care space? Maybe.

This is the dipping of the toes into the coach space. Just want to define the term and some of the ways people are using it.

The next episode will be a deeper dive into health coaches and coaching.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

Wondermind is a website that is dedicated to educate, support and connect with young adults and adult adjacent people. Talks about mental fitness and mental health issues.

Cleveland Clinic page on What is a Health Coach?

Harvard Health Blog on Health Coaching, is it Effective and Should You Try It?

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