Episode 034 Compulsive Hoarding

Yes, compulsive hoarding is a mental health disorder. It use to shack up with obsessive compulsive disorder but got kicked to the curb. You will find resource in places that treat OCD conditions as well as hoarding specific resources.

One more thing; there is also obsessive discarding syndrome but that is a topic for another show.




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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder. 
• The International OCD Foundation
• IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding
• The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording. 
• The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.

 

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 033 Dental Conquer and Tactical Breather

Pain free and loving it. It wasn't easy but it became possible after finding the right dentist for the job.

I had to keep searching for the right kind of help but I found the solution for my needs at this time. Solutions can be found in unexpected places.




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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• FStoppers post by Jeff Rojas -  How to Tackle 99 Problems on Set 
• Tactical Breather app, you can find it in the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon App Store
• Dental Fear Central for those that can't take the pain but can't stand the thought of seeing a dentist.

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 032 Questions About Seeking Mental Health Providers

Dig the new tab at the top of the blog? That is where I'll place often used or requested sources relating to anxiety and related disorder issues.

It is in a basic form at the moment but it will grown in time. And speaking of time are you in need of a therapist? Before you get to dialing or hitting up Yelp these are some of the things to consider.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• American Psychological Association page on seeking a therapist.  http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/choose-therapist.aspx
• Depression and Bipolar Alliance page on seeking treatment with mini worksheet to guide your decision process. http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_brochures_finding_MHP
• Healthline sideshow on the various mental health professionals http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/mental-health-professionals-types#1
• Mayo Clinic tips on evaluating a therapist http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/details/how-you-prepare/ppc-20186984
• Dr. Patti Levin's questions about selecting a therapist http://drpattilevin.com/how-to-choose-a-therapist/ 
• Dr. PsychMom’s  take on seeking a therapy http://www.drpsychmom.com/2016/02/22/choose-therapist-similar/#
• Teaspoon of Honey, you can read the transcript or listen to the podcast. http://www.teaspoonofhappy.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

There Is Peace In the Land

Oh me, oh my. When a toothache hits a podcaster there isn't much she can do but find a solution. There will be an episode #32, I'm thinking a little something about Sediation Therapy and VR for Anxiety treatment. Or not.

There is so much to cover and it is hard to choose the right topic for the moment.

In the meantime, I commend to your attention a page from the American Psychological Association on Panic Disorders

Episode 031 Men and Anxiety

So many things are happening that I have to think twice, is this real or is this a page out of a bad novel. So far I think this is still Earth Prime but each day is a bit more nutso-crazy.




Then I see someone do something really bold and self affirming and there is a bit more hope. This young man recorded himself having a panic attack.

Yes. Making the fear visible is powerful.



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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Man Therapy - Australia https://www.mantherapy.org.au/man-facts/guide-to-mind-health
• Anxiety BC http://www.anxietybc.com/resources/article/men-and-anxiety 
• Black Doctor.org http://blackdoctor.org/anxiety
• Uncommon Help http://www.uncommonhelp.me/articles/sexual-performance-anxiety

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Episode 030 Panic Disorder for Newbies

In this episode, introduction to Panic Disorder and can a subliminal MP3 help with Anxiety? For those of you that are finding the podcast helpful or frustrating feel free to leave a comment.

I am still in Beta mode and the show has and will continue to evolve. Some day I hope not to pop Ps or have a malevolent hum appear out of nowhere.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• National Alliance on Mental Health http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders
• Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org
• Helpguide.org which focuses on more non-medication treatment options http://www.helpguide.org
• As Dreamers Do http://asdreamersdo.com/i-went-to-disney-world-with-agoraphobia-guest-post/
• Guided Image and Hypnotherapy type mp3s at http://www.potentialsunlimited.com

 

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Episode 029 Comorbidity In the News

Comorbidity is one of those five dollar word that is a short cut way of saying a person has two or more conditions at the same time. You need to understand all of your conditions.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• SAMHSA Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK).
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov or http://www.samhsa.gov
• Rethinking Drinking http://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov
• San Diego Tribune News Story http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/feb/05/veterans-suicide-erik-howard
• Helpguide.org article on Alcohol and Alcohol Abuse http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/alcoholism-and-alcohol-abuse.htm

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Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.