Mental Health Medicine

Clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Sapiro's deep dive into psychedelic psychotherapy—what it is and how it can help heal and transform physiological, psychological, social, and spiritual ills.

Good mental health is critical to the enjoyment of life, work, and relationships. This book provides practical step-by-step suggestions for improving work-life balance, mood, vitality, focus, and motivation. The practical self-assessments, strategies, and resources will enable you to take action in your own life. Other chapters discuss alarming rates of addiction to alcohol and opioids and suicide among men, mood disorders and options for managing them, quality of life, mental health, and finding meaningful purpose in life.

Western medicine plays a vital role in maintaining our health, but should it be our sole reliance? Many have experienced leaving a doctor's office with a little more than rest and Acetaminophen as the answer or felt frustration at the cost of pharmaceuticals. While these medicines are backed by research, humanity has relied on nature's remedies for centuries. Herbalism, the ancient practice of using plants for healing, is gaining renewed interest, with scientific support for its effectiveness.

Em A sabedoria do agora, Daniel J. Siegel, médico e professor de psiquiatria, apresenta sua prática pioneira e inovadora de meditação baseada na ciência. A partir de um estudo aprofundado sobre o tema, ele nos fornece instruções práticas para dominar a Roda da Consciência, uma ferramenta poderosa que ajuda a desenvolver um cérebro mais saudável, a cultivar o foco e a reduzir o medo, a ansiedade e o estresse na vida cotidiana.

Author Michael Pollan digs through decades of research and plays human guinea pig to illustrate the potential of psychedelics to alter the mind. Please note: This is a summary and analysis of the book and not the original book. If you'd like to purchase the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.

Over the last decade, Kevin Dedner has been on a mission to explore this powerful and troubling question, shining an unconventional spotlight on the impact of racism on mental health. In his debut book, The Joy of the Disinherited, Dedner articulates his call for urgent change: We must knock down the invisible barriers that make it harder for Black people to get the mental health care they need and deserve.

Es ist kein Zufall, dass wir krank werden. Krankheit ist eine Form der Sprache unserer Seele. Krankheit zeigt uns den Weg zu verdrängten Gefühlen und unbewussten Mustern. Das Buch eröffnet ihnen neue Einsichten und Horizonte, ihre Krankheiten zu verstehen und zu deuten.

This timely book offers a balanced and thoughtful review of the current mental health emergency and its impact upon and among medical professionals, supported by the best available evidence and illustrated through real-life cases. Recognizing the increasing stressors in the role including the impact of the environment in which doctors work, the book examines some of the key emotional drivers for this unhappiness among doctors at work—shame, stigma, suffering, and sacrifice—and offers practical steps to emotional and physical recovery.

Moms in Medicine: Navigating Mental Health Challenges is a heartfelt and empowering guide that delves into the unique challenges faced by mothers who work in the medical field. Written by Sarah El Yaman, a seasoned physician, and mother herself, this book offers invaluable insights, practical advice, and real-life examples to support doctor moms in balancing their careers with motherhood.

Current events these days are fraught with political animosity, global pandemic, warfare, gun violence, and economic insecurity. The troubling times that we live in leave us uncertain where we stand and in what direction we are going. It is with good reason that anxiety levels have peaked and the affliction has extended to almost every segment of society—whether we like to admit it or not. We may not be able to change the world, but this book by James G. Meade, PhD, shows us how we can help ourselves.

This audiobook is nothing but the pure, beautiful sounds of rain. No thunder, no talking, and no surprises. Relax and close your eyes as you let the experience of Pure Rain Sounds wash over you and feel the stress melt away.

Do you suffer from erectile dysfunction? Is it ruining your relationship? Do you need to do something fast to prevent further embarrassment? The awkwardness and mortification of erectile dysfunction is something from which millions of men suffer. Being unable to perform at crucial times can lead to relationship problems as well, and for many men, seeking help from a doctor just adds to the pain. But there are solutions to this common problem, and Viagra is one that is readily available.

Do you ever feel like life is whizzing by...but you’re still stuck in the same ol’ ruts? Like you should have grown into a much more integrated person by now? Like you know you can do better, but for some reason...it’s just not happening? If you choose to, you can grab hold of the reins of life and give yourself the chance you know you deserve. In Daily Enneagram Reflections with Journal Prompts, you will find a powerful series of reflections, meditations, and journal prompts to guide you to a life defined by profound understanding, inner peace, and fulfillment.

Benefits of mindfulness, meditation, positive affirmations, and yoga - and the evidence to back it up! About one out of every five American adults experience a mental health condition within a given year, and the public health concern still gets shoved under the rug. There are methods that people can incorporate into their routine, which can also improve their mental health. Meditation, mindfulness, positive affirmations, and yoga are all excellent practices that will put your mind, body, and soul at ease.

People who accomplish great feats owe their successes not to luck, but to the sheer ability to control their desires and to keep themselves from being complacent with what they currently have. Successes and failures should not be grounded on fortune or the lack thereof because they are more tied to how we live through self-discipline. Most people do not realize it, but they possess a lack of self-discipline in the things they strive for.

As humans, we have continued to rely on so many external factors for peace and fulfillment, in a time of increasing stress, conflicts, and rapidly failing mental health. Even though these things seem to be temporary, we keep holding on to them as long as they put us at ease at the moment. Things like exotic parks and other luxurious facilities and establishments. That is okay, but the question is, why do things continue to get worse, instead of improving for the better?

Ungewöhnliche Einblicke in den Alltag der Neuro-Chirurgie - und in das menschliche Gehirn: Ein weltweit renommierter Gehirn-Chirurg erzählt von außergewöhnlichen Fällen und seinem Alltag im Operations-Saal. Das faszinierende Sachbuch zum Thema Gehirn-Chirurgie und Neuro-Wissenschaft. Prof. Dr. Peter Vajkoczy ist Direktor der Klinik für Neuro-Chirurgie an der Berliner Charité. Bis zu hundert Patienten aus aller Welt betreut er auf seinen drei Stationen und führt mit seinem Team bis zu fünf, sechs Operationen pro Tag durch – meist geht es um Schlaganfälle, Gehirntumore, Bypässe und Störungen an der Wirbelsäule.

We live in an age of diagnosis. The advance of sophisticated genetic sequencing techniques means that we may all soon be screened for potential abnormalities, and the internet provides a vast array of information that helps us speculate about our symptoms. When we are suffering, it feels natural to seek a diagnosis. But is diagnosis an unqualified good thing? Could it sometimes even make us worse instead of better? Through the moving stories, neurologist Suzanne O'Sullivan explores the complex world of modern diagnosis, comparing the impact of a medical label to the pain of not knowing.

The holistic approach emphasizes the importance of nurturing the mind, body, and spirit in unison. For men and women, this may involve incorporating mindfulness practices, such as meditation or yoga, into their daily routine. Doctors and practitioners can benefit from incorporating holistic healing modalities, such as acupuncture or herbal medicine, into their treatment plans. Youth can explore creative outlets, such as art therapy or journaling, to express their emotions.

Dr. Susan J. Noonan provides people experiencing depression with strategies to take stock of their mental state, to chart a course toward emotional balance, and to track their progress on the journey to well-being. Dr. Noonan explains how to obtain care from professionals, outlines what medical options are available, and lists everyday things people can do to feel better. Integrating medicine, psychology, and holistic care while exploring the basics of mental health, she touches on diet, sleep habits, physical activity, and mindfulness techniques.