Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

Inaccurate diagnosis of schizophrenia and/or missed diagnosis of affective disorders can lead to inappropriate and inadequate treatment; worsened outcomes can follow. Because schizophrenia is a complex condition with a broad range of signs and symptoms that also occur in other mental disorders, it can be difficult to differentiate it from other serious mental disorders, especially mood disorders. Notably, these other conditions should actually be ruled out before arriving at a diagnosis of schizophrenia. In this episode, Danielle Hairston, M.D. and Chantel Fletcher join the podcast to discuss the issue of overdiagnosis of schizophrenia in Black male patients, especially. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video. Link to The Next 72 Hours Podcast.

Dr. Stephen Seiler, a renowned exercise physiologist renowned for his research on endurance athletes, shares insights on how physical activity impacts mental health. He discusses the benefits of exercise in reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. Seiler emphasizes the power of low-intensity training in improving fitness while minimizing injury risks. He explores the physiological effects of endurance exercise on mitochondrial health and the critical relationship between lactate levels and performance. Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on integrating movement for longevity and wellbeing.

Joseph F. Goldberg, psychiatrist and clinician-researcher with 180+ publications and three books, discusses practical psychopharmacology and translating trials into real-world care. He covers tailoring treatments to patients, the role of adherence and life stressors as mediators, cognitive symptoms and off-label pharmacologic options, substance use complications and motivational interviewing, and practical testing like drug levels and pharmacogenetics.

Dr. Robert Feinstein, an academic psychiatrist and author specializing in personality disorders, shares insights from his new book, highlighting effective treatment strategies for Borderline Personality Disorder. He reveals that six major psychotherapeutic approaches achieve about 70% effectiveness, stressing the need for flexibility and tailored care. The discussion explores trauma's impact on personality disorders, the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance, and the complexities of understanding various personality types. Feinstein's expertise shines a light on navigating the therapeutic landscape with empathy and precision.

On this week's episode, Dr. Puder interviews Francis Stevens, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and author of the new book, Affective Neuroscience in Psychotherapy: A Clinician's Guide for Working With Emotions. Dr. Stevens trained as a therapist under cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic theories, as well as completing a postdoctoral degree in neuroscience. The lack of emphasis on emotion in these two approaches led Dr. Stevens to begin research on the neurobiological basis of emotion and to ultimately compile this book. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video.

In this discussion, clinical psychologists Kenneth I. Pargament and Julie J. Exline, along with UC Irvine resident Kevin Ing, dive into the complexities of spiritual struggles within psychotherapy. They explore how religion and spirituality intersect with mental health, emphasizing the importance of understanding clients' beliefs. Key topics include the emotional impact of spiritual doubt, the necessity of psychological safety, and how early attachments shape spiritual perceptions. The conversation highlights thoughtful engagement in therapy as vital for healing.

Esketamine is the first non-monoaminergic based medication which is FDA approved and indicated for treatment refractory depression. A longer duration of undertreated depression is associated with poor longitudinal functional outcomes. Instead of cycling patients through monoaminergic antidepressant trials and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches, according to Dr. Kitay, providers should consider treatments like esketamine much sooner in the treatment course. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.25 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video.

On this week's episode, Dr. Puder interviews Mary Lynch Barbera, Ph.D., RN, BCBA-D, creator of the approach and book titled Turn Autism Around. Dr. Barbera began her journey in the autism world over 20 years ago, when her first son, Lucas, was diagnosed with autism. Dr. Barbera made the incredible transformation from a confused parent to a doctoral-level behavioral analyst, best-selling author, and a tremendous resource for health professionals and parents of children with autism all over the world. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video.

In this episode, we will be discussing, From Survive to Thrive, a new book by John Hopkins' professor and author, Dr. Margaret Chisolm. In her book, she outlines the four perspectives of psychiatry that are the standard approach used at Johns Hopkins when assessing patients. Problems are considered from each of these perspectives. It is about discovering the origin of a patient's problems and using that as a guide for treatment. By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video.

Dive into the strengths of dyslexia and the unique abilities it brings, debunking misconceptions and highlighting narrative reasoning skills. Explore the differences in brain organization between dyslexic and autistic individuals, emphasizing creativity and metaphorical reasoning. Discover how dyslexic individuals excel in spatial and narrative reasoning, showcasing their creativity in writing and problem-solving.