Tag: Addiction
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My Addiction Damaged Relationships: Can I Rebuild Trust?
On ‘Life Quakes,’ hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu hears from a viewer who is struggling to repair relationships damaged by their past drinking. Guest psychotherapist Eryl McCaffrey offers advice and a path toward healing. Making Amends Learn a step-by-step approach to acknowledging and repairing the harm caused by your past behavior. Respecting Boundaries Understand…
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I Think I Have an Alcohol Problem: What Are My First Steps?
On ‘Life Quakes,’ hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu hears from a viewer that is feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to turn for help with alcohol dependence. Guest therapist Ryan Heapy offers guidance on the initial steps to take when you recognize your drinking is becoming a problem. Speak to your doctor Get a professional…
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Why Young Adults in the UK Are Still Smoking Despite Strict Bans
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss that young people in the UK continue to smoke despite facing one of the world’s strictest smoking bans. Vaping as a Gateway to Smoking Examine the link between vaping and traditional smoking, and how the nicotine addiction perpetuated by…
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From NFL to Janitor to Best-Selling Author: Marques Ogden’s Comeback Story
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs,’ host Patricia Wu is joined by guest former NFL player Marques Ogden, who shares his remarkable journey from the highs of professional football to the depths of addiction and financial ruin, and ultimately, to a life of purpose and success as a motivational speaker and entrepreneur. Resilience and Reinvention Ogden’s journey demonstrates…
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Coping with Adult Children’s Mental Health Challenges
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the struggles parents face when their adult children have mental illnesses, as reported by The New York Times. Parental Challenges Dr. Peters discusses the difficulties parents encounter when they can’t ensure their adult children’s access to mental health care,…
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Whoopi Goldberg’s Addiction Story: A Reminder of the Power of Support
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss about Whoopi Goldberg past struggles with cocaine addiction. Addiction is a Disease Remember that addiction is a complex medical condition, not a moral failing. Support Systems are Crucial Having a network of friends,…
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Is TikTok Taking Over Your Life?
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss on the new study that has found that a 4-week intervention can help reduce social media addiction in college students. College Intervention Shows Promise A new study finds that a 4-week intervention can…
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I Slipped Up After a Decade of Sobriety. How Do I Get Back on Track?
On ‘Life Quakes’ host Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes hears from a viewer was triggered into a relapse after an impressive decade of sobriety. He is feeling ashamed and scared of losing it all. Guest expert life coach with a Master’s of counseling Alisa Harp offers understanding and helpful advice. Relapses Happen Even with years…
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Gift Cards for Sobriety: A Controversial Treatment?
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss contingency management – a treatment approach that offers incentives for staying sober. Rewarding Sobriety Contingency management programs use gift cards or similar rewards to motivate staying drug-free. This approach holds particular promise for those struggling with stimulant addiction. Giving…
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Opioid Crisis Help: More Access to Treatment Drug, But Usage Remains Low
Despite a recent relaxation of rules surrounding buprenorphine (a leading addiction treatment drug), patient numbers have not increased significantly. On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss reasons for this, and how those struggling with opioid addiction can get the support they need. A Step in the…