Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

The podcast discusses the concept of sensorium and how optimizing brain function through sleep, diet, exercise, and stress management can improve cognitive abilities. Stories of individuals who improved mental performance by optimizing their sensorium are shared. The detrimental effects of long hospital stays and stress on delirium are explored, along with strategies to address chronic stress for better mental health. Therapy, including EMDR and trauma-focused CBT, is highlighted for healing from trauma and managing chronic anger.

Psychotherapist Randy Stinnett shares his journey and insights in psychotherapy. Topics include integrated behavioral health in primary care, influences like Habib Davanloo, and the impact of a Persian psychotherapist. Discussion on the punitive aspect of the superego and formative experiences in psychotherapy.

In this episode I will be interviewing William Britt, PhD level clinical psychologist, an expert in cognitive behavioral therapy, object relations therapy, EMDR and a board certified neuropsychologist. He runs cognitive rehabilitation groups and neuropsychological assessments, and supervises neuropsychological fellows and interns. He also works closely with the psychiatric residents teaching about suicide. In this episode, Dr. William Britt explores his experiences running an inpatient psychiatric group for 5 to 13 year olds who are being treated for violence or attempted suicide, using uses a method based on Irving Yalom's inpatient group psychotherapy technique. We discuss how the trend of teen suicide has increased over the years and the typical causes of depression. We also cover common bullying tactics and how cyber bullying has changed society. We then discuss how to use the group's support to help each other move away from being suicidal. We explore how the Netflix TV series "Thirteen Reasons Why" has influenced young minds and the new terms the patients are using. In the end, Dr. Britt and Dr. Puder answers how we adapt and recover from trauma, and how we find meaning and value within stress. By listening to this episode, you can earn 0.75 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video. Join David on Instagram: dr.davidpuder Twitter: @DavidPuder Facebook: DrDavidPuder CV of Dr. Britt

In this episode, Dr. Cummings and I discuss psychopathy: the fearless, empathyless people, who see others as objects, and have the inability to attach within relationships. Dr. Michael Cummings recently contributed to a book called "Violence in Psychiatry," detailing the biological aspects of psychopathy, edited by Stephen Stahl. Dr. Cummings works at Patton State Hospital, one of the biggest forensic hospitals in the world. He is the Yoda of the psychiatric world, with many other psychiatrists bringing him their most complex and difficult cases. In this episode we cover: History of psychopathy Influence of early life traumas Prosocial careers of psychopaths Biological components in psychopathy The emotion psychopaths fail to see BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) Prefrontal area (the parent of the brain that warns us "that is not a good idea") Amygdala Why psychopathy has not been bred out of existence Advice when you are in a relationship with a psychopath What drugs make someone look psychopathic Effect of alcohol andmethamphetamines on the brain Influence of cocaine on the brain Why more men are violent psychopaths And treatment of this group of people (clozapine's influence on glutamate) The Story of Phineas Gage We also wrestle with how to increase the percentage of psychopaths that end up helping society vs percentage that become criminals. Warburton, K and Stahl S (Editors). Violence in Psychiatry. The Neurobiology of Psychopathy. Cambridge University Press 2016), pp. 200-05 CV of Dr. Michael A. Cummings By listening to this episode, you can earn 1 Psychiatry CME Credits. Link to blog. Link to YouTube video. Join David on Instagram: dr.davidpuder Twitter: @DavidPuder Facebook: DrDavidPuder Editor: Trent Jones *This podcast is for informational purposes only and is the opinions of the people on this episode. For full disclaimer go here.

In this engaging conversation, Adam Borecky, a fourth-year medical student and ethics master's student, dives into the world of cognitive distortions. He explains that not every thought is truth, encouraging self-reflection to challenge negative thinking patterns like all-or-nothing thinking and overgeneralization. The discussion highlights the impact of cognitive distortions on mental health, particularly in anxiety and depression. Adam offers practical strategies to reframe self-perception and cope with negative feedback, fostering a journey toward gratitude and healthier thinking.

Discover the art of connecting with patients during psychiatric interviews. Empathy and psychological safety are highlighted as essential components in building trust. The discussion dives into key elements like chief complaints and symptom exploration. Learn about recognizing symptoms of various disorders, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This insightful dialogue emphasizes the importance of a thorough medical and social history, ultimately guiding listeners in crafting a complete psychological profile.