Tag: Drugs
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Ozempic and Unexpected Side Effects: The Ozzy Baby Phenomenon
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss that Ozempic, the popular weight loss drug, is making headlines again, this time for an unexpected side effect: “ozzy babies.” Ozempic and Birth Control Discover how Ozempic can potentially interfere with the effectiveness of birth control and other medications…
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Fentanyl’s Rising Threat to Children: A Warning on Safety
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the alarming rise in fentanyl exposure among young children. Negligence and Fentanyl Exposure Dr. Peters highlights the role of negligence in accidental fentanyl exposure, emphasizing that both adults and teenagers can be responsible for safeguarding dangerous substances. The Underestimated…
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President Biden’s Marijuana Reclassification: A Step Towards Wider Acceptance
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines” hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss President Biden’s plan to reclassify marijuana. Marijuana in Medicine Alisa notes that marijuana is already used to treat conditions like cancer-related pain and nausea. Could reclassification improve access for those who benefit? Changing…
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California Takes on the Opioid Crisis: Low-Cost Naloxone Plan
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss California aiming to produce and distribute its own, more affordable version of Naloxone (also known as Narcan). California’s Counterpunch Heapy discuss California’s strategy, including using settlement funds from opioid lawsuits to offset production costs, potentially making the antidote widely…
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Hope for Pain Relief Without Addiction? New Drug Development
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Elia Gourgouris discuss a breakthrough by Vertex Pharmaceuticals – a new non-opioid painkiller that could manage chronic pain without the risk of addiction. The Opioid Epidemic’s Toll Dr. Gourgouris highlights the tragic impact of opioid addiction, making the need for alternatives more…
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California Sober: Is It Really a Solution?
On ‘What’s Trending”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss the potential risks of substituting marijuana for other substances, and the importance of seeking evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders. Sober, But Not Clean Dr. Bober explains why substituting one substance for another doesn’t address the root…
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Ketamine’s New Path to Depression Relief
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss how ketamine’s unique actions could lead to faster relief and new treatment options. Not Your Typical Antidepressant Unlike traditional medications that focus on brain chemicals, ketamine works through a different system, offering hope for those…
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New FDA Rules Aim to Make Drug Ads Clearer: Are They Enough?
On “What’s Trending,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss a major change coming to drug advertising starting in May. Side effects in plain sight The FDA wants to end the practice of quickly rattling off risks in drug commercials, ensuring patients can truly understand them. Focus…
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I Never Thought I’d Be Addicted to Pain Meds. Now What?
On “Life Quakes” a viewer shares her struggle with prescription painkiller addiction. She started taking the medication for legitimate pain after a car accident but it spiraled into dependency. Hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Yehudah Alcabes from Olive Branch Counseling offers guidance. Seek medical help The first step is to talk to…
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Rethinking the Impact of Marijuana on Mental Health
Join our hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes as they dive into a pivotal discussion on the complexities of marijuana use and its impact on mental health, featuring insights from Dr. Dan Bober, a leading psychiatrist. As societal attitudes and laws surrounding cannabis undergo significant shifts, this conversation sheds light on crucial considerations regarding its…