Category: Health and Wellness
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Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is an issue that many of us have experienced at one time or another. And one doesn’t need to be labeled with an eating disorder to struggle with it. Learn how you can recognize the signs of emotional eating and alternative ways to seek comfort. Host Shannon Eliot interviews Lisa Bograd, a therapist…
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Trauma
Trauma is a significant cause of mental health issues, but is often overlooked and underdiscussed in both children and adults. In fact, two-thirds of children report trauma by age 16 and face significant challenges later in life if left untreated. Learn about the psychological impact of trauma and ways in which it can be overcome.…
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Hearing Voices
Hearing voices can be a scary thing, but did you know it can also provide comfort to some? Why is such an experience regarded as a gift in some cultures but a diagnosable condition in others? Host Shannon Eliot chats with Adrian Bernard, a mental health advocate and peer support worker in Santa Cruz County,…
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Mental Health and the Workplace
The Mental Health Matters team recently had a chance to attend the 2013 Work & Well-Being Conference in San Francisco, presented by the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence. Host Shannon Eliot explores the relationship between mental health and the workplace with David Ballard, head of APA’s Psychologically Healthy Workplace Program; Eric Peterson, Diversity & Inclusion…
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Virtual Reality as Therapy
It’s not uncommon for veterans to struggle with mental health challenges. It is unfortunately all too common, however, for those who need support to either refuse it or get ineffective care. The Coming Home Project is an innovative initiative that uses a virtual world to provide camaraderie, support, and resources for returning troops. Join host…
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When Therapists Disclose
With one in five Californians struggling with a mental health issue, it’s likely that therapists and providers have similar challenges as their clients. However, how often do they talk about them with bosses or those they are trying to help? And what are the advantages and disadvantages to making such a decision? Host Shannon Eliot…
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Couples and Mental Health
Have you ever been in love with someone with a mental health issue? Have you ever been the loved one with the mental health issue? Host Shannon Eliot joins Sarah Ward and Daniel Morgan in exploring mental health challenges in the context of romantic relationships.
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Music in Recovery
Music is perhaps one of the most underutilized tools in mental health recovery. Host Shannon Eliot chats with Michael Kessler, a veteran music therapist, and Paulette Franklin, a lifelong vocalist, about the roles of rhythm and melody in healing. Learn how music can be used in both therapeutic and non-therapeutic settings to ease symptoms of…