#180 - Difficult Conversations on Prognosis with Dr. Ken Duckworth

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Ron-Li Liaw, a doctor in health care leadership, about the future of mental health and the mental health landscape from a systems viewpoint. Hosts: Eyrn, Toshia, Al, Yasmine Guest: Ron-Li Liaw, MD

We continue our discussion with therapist Josh Dodes to do a deep dive into the common experiences of “unhappy achievers.” The first step in the journey towards recovery is to recognize how prevalent this has become in all of one’s relationships. Next, a stage of processing all the emotions that emerge and then a phase of experimentation with other ways relating and enjoying life. Hosts: Eyrn, Al, Yas Guest: Josh Dodes, LCSW

Do you rely on your achievements to make you a happy and worthwhile person but end up never feeling satisfied? You may be an “unhappy achiever” and have found yourself seeking success but struggling with insecurity or even emptiness. We interview therapist Josh Dodes who has worked with and wrote about this phenomenon in his private practice. He describes the process of coming to terms with its origins and connecting more closely with who one is and what is truly meaningful. Hosts: Eyrn, Toshia, Al, Yas Guest: Josh Dodes, LCSW

Cannabis researcher Dr. Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD joins us as we explore cannabis and its impacts on mental health in the adolescent population. Hosts: Al, Yas Guest: Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD

Cannabis researcher Dr. Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD joins us as we explore cannabis and its impacts on mental health in the adolescent population. Hosts: Al, Yas Guest: Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD

Dr. Andrew Novick speaks to the team regarding sexual side effects of commonly used medications and how to ameliorate these side effects using the simplest medication regimen. We explore bupropion, trazodone, nefazodone, and more! Hosts: Al, Eyrn, Yas Guest: Andrew Novick, MD, PhD

Dr. Andrew Novick speaks to the team regarding sexual side effects of commonly used medications and how to ameliorate these side effects using the simplest medication regimen. We explore side effects of SSRI's, side effects in general, and whether informed consent is really “informed” as it’s commonly practiced. Hosts: Al, Eyrn, Yas Guest: Andrew Novick, MD, PhD

In this second episode with NAMI Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ken Duckworth, we discuss more from NAMI’s book “You are not alone” and the potential harm in predicting another’s prognosis as well as the importance of support groups and community. Hosts: Yas, Al, Toshia Resources: Duckworth, K. (2022). You are not alone: The nami guide to navigating mental health with advice from experts and wisdom from real people and families. Zando. (We have no financial relationships with our guests.)

In this first episode with Dr. Ken Duckworth, we discuss Ken’s path to psychiatry and his book “You are not alone: The NAMI guide to navigating mental health with advice from experts and wisdom from patients and families." Hosts: Yas, Al, Toshia Resources: Duckworth, K. (2022). You are not alone: The nami guide to navigating mental health with advice from experts and wisdom from real people and families. Zando. (We have no financial relationships with our guests.)

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