Tag: Depression
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Coach Fired After Discussing Depression: Mental Health Lawsuit Explained
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss the case of former Oakland University soccer coach Eric Pogue. He was fired for speaking openly about his depression, raising questions about discrimination. Challenging Mental Health Stigma Coach Pogue’s lawsuit spotlights the need…
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Akina: A Safe Space for Healing and Support for Black Women
On “Mental Breakthroughs” host Patricia Wu and guest founder and CEO of Akina Technologies Leigh Butler discuss the unique mental health challenges faced by Black women. The “Superwoman Schema” The expectation for Black women to be strong for everyone, can lead to exhaustion, depression, and a reluctance to seek mental health support. Self-Care Prioritizing self-care is…
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Eat This, Not That: Dinner Tips for a Better Mood
On “What’s Trending”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss new research suggesting that what we eat for dinner plays a role in depression risk. Dinner Choices Matter Eating nutritious proteins and healthy carbs for dinner may help lower your risk of depression, while junk food at night can worsen your…
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Understanding the Link Between Depression and Repressed Anger
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the differences between sadness and clinical depression. Sadness vs. Depression Sadness is a normal, temporary emotion that we can healthily process, while depression involves persistent negative feelings and often a difficulty coping. The Role of Repressed Anger Turning anger inward towards…
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Can Depression Be a Wake-Up Call?
On “What’s Trending”, host Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss a new perspective on depression, suggesting it might be a signal from our body and mind that we need to make changes in our lives. Depression as an Internal Alarm Depression can be our body’s way of telling us that something…
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Mother Teresa’s Legacy: Inspiration Through Service and Struggle
On ‘Celebrity Inspiration,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest author and chef Jill Sullivan discuss Mother Teresa’s dedication with the poor and sick despite facing her own internal struggles, including depression and doubts about faith. Service as a Source of Strength Dedicating herself to helping others gave Mother Teresa strength and direction, even when…
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Ryan Heapy’s Journey of Resilience
Patricia Wu is joined by guest therapist Ryan Heapy, who went from Disneyland regular to VIP host in Las Vegas, facing highs in nightlife and lows of depression and suicide attempts, but finding hope through resilience and therapy. Nightclub to VIP Host Ryan Heapy’s journey from ordinary beginnings to Las Vegas nightlife fame started with…
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Celebrities Speak Out on Suicide Prevention
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headline’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss how celebrities, Ashley Judd and Aloe Blacc, are using their voices to support the Biden Administration’s suicide prevention initiative. Celebrities Amplify Mental Health Awareness Ashley Judd and Aloe Blacc advocate for suicide prevention and open up about personal…
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Improv as Mental Health Therapy? It’s More Than Just Laughs
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’, host Patricia Wu and guest therapist Yehudah Alcabes discuss how improv can help us overcome social anxiety, change negative thought patterns, and build cooperation skills. Improv fosters presence Being in the moment through improv can cut through anxiety and negative thought patterns. Mistakes are okay! Improv creates a safe space to embrace…
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Meg Lanning’s Breaking Point As An Elite Athlete
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss about champion cricketer Meg Lanning’s story and the mental health challenges elite athletes face. Pressure & Performance Elite athletes often face extreme pressure to constantly push their physical and mental limits. The Importance of Balance Prioritizing mental well-being, nutrition,…