Tag: Innovation
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Healing Through Art: How Creativity Can Unlock Trauma Recovery
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’, host Jessica Reyes and guest art therapist Jacqueline Jones shares how art therapy guides individuals through the stages of trauma recovery. The 3 Stages of Trauma Recovery Jones outlines the three phases of trauma healing: safety and stabilization, remembrance and mourning, and reconnection and integration. Why Art Therapy Works Understand how art…
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Free From Stress With soFree App
Technology is transforming mental health care, and the new soFree app aims to put stress management at your fingertips. Hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes in joined by therapist, co-founder of soFree, Mandy Morris and they discuss about the app. Stress prevention as a priority soFree focuses on catching stress early by monitoring your body’s…
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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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AI May Be Nicer Than Humans
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Elia Gourgouris discuss the potential of AI to provide support and connection. AI with a Heart Research shows that Chat GPT can be programmed to be kind and empathetic, making it well-suited for roles that involve helping others. Less Judgment, More Support…
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Mental Health Advocate Rachel Beck: Using Social Media for Good
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’, host Patricia Wu is joined by guest Rachel Beck, a public speaker and social media story teller, who talks openly about her experience with PTSD and how she uses her online platforms for mental health awareness. Protecting yourself on social media How to create safe online spaces and manage negative interactions. The…
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Virtual Reality Helps Patients Conquer Fears
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss how virtual reality is proving a powerful new tool in mental health and helping people with autism safely conquer their fears. What is VR Exposure Therapy? VR exposure therapy puts the patient in a simulated situation that triggers their…
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Instagram Is Protecting Teens Online With This New AI Feature
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss Instagram’s new AI-powered safety feature that is designed to protect young users. Teen online safety is paramount Teens are especially vulnerable to online predators who use extortion tactics. Technology’s mixed signals Instagram’s new safety measures are a positive step,…
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Ibogaine: A Potential Breakthrough for Addiction and Trauma?
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss how Ibogaine is showing promise for addiction, PTSD, and traumatic brain injuries in a recent study. Ibogaine’s Impact on the Brain Dr. Bober explains how ibogaine interacts with multiple neurotransmitter systems, including glutamate. Its effects on glutamate…
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Israeli Study Explores Psychedelics’ Unexpected Role in Trauma Coping
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss how psychedelics might have helped those under the influence handle the trauma better from the recent attacks in Israel. Psychedelics and Crisis Response Could psychedelics help people remain calm and clear-headed during a traumatic event? New research aims to…
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Do Zodiac Signs Hold Hidden Powers?
On ‘What’s Trending’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the recent Times of India article about the potential superpowers linked to each zodiac sign. Aries: The Power of Intuition Aries, born between March 20 and April 19, are said to have a strong gut feeling they should learn to trust.…