Millennial Mental Health Channel

The Standard American diet is bad for our physical health AND our mental health. In this episode Eddie and Justin talk about their own struggles with diet, why ultra processed food is bad for mental health, and give practical advice for improving your diet. Plus, you might be surprised about which celebrities have gone plant based for health and ethical reasons.

Many Americans struggle with feeling like they are not good enough to belong in their current position. This is called imposter syndrome, and it is an incredibly common phenomenon. In this episode, Eddie and Justin break down what imposter syndrome is, how common it is, and some advice for combatting it. You won't believe some of the most successful and famous people in the world who have also felt imposter syndrome. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK585058/ https://www.businessinsider.com/celebrities-who-talked-about-having-imposter-syndrome-2023-4#lupita-nyongo-said-in-october-2022-that-she-bucked-imposter-syndrome-with-advice-from-emma-thompson-3 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Angela-Decandia-Vitoria/publication/346738747_Experiential_supervision_healing_imposter_phenomenon_from_the_inside_out/links/62640f118cb84a40ac8455bd/Experiential-supervision-healing-imposter-phenomenon-from-the-inside-out.pdf?_sg%5B0%5D=started_experiment_milestone&origin=journalDetail https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/06/cover-impostor-phenomenon

Psychiatrists have a rule in their code of ethics that says they are not supposed to speak publically about the mental health of public figures and politicians. So why do they do it all the time? In this episode, Dr. Mark Mullen discusses the nuance, history, and current application of the Goldwater Rule. The hosts contemplate if mental health professionals should comment on social media and reality TV shows like Love is Blind. Check out this introspective interview on a pertinent topic with one of psychiatry's great young minds. Dr. Mullen's Podcast Psychiatry Bootcamp: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Vjlz4CO0G5D6nGo74O0jE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/psychiatry-boot-camp/id1671902940

Our guest, Ann Russo, grew up gay in the 80s and had many family secrets that she was afraid to let out. Growing up in a gay household, attending a conversion convention, and studying theology are only some of her riveting stories. This experiences helped build her values of love, acceptance, and understanding. She now uses those values to provide online therapy and life coaching for gender diverse and other disenfranchised clients. Listen to Ann on MMHC, and you will not be dissapointed. Find her at: www.amrtherapy.com www.annrusso.org ann@Amrtherapy.com CODE: HEALTHYME (free 30 minute consultation life coaching or psychotherapy

Have you ever been curious how parenting has changed throughout the generations? On this episode, Eddie and Justin discuss the trends in Millennial parents and how they differ from the past. Millennials are spending more time with their kids and changing parenting for the better.

At MMHC we feel like it is important to address traumas of the past, so on this episode Eddie and Justin dive into the historical examples of how psychiatry and medicine have hurt people. From lobotomies, to theories that blamed mothers for giving their chidlren schizophrenia, this episode covers a lot of ground. Sources: https://www.britannica.com/science/lobotomy https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1127045/

Police and the severely mentally ill do not always live in harmony. On this episode, Eddie and Justin break down the history of this relationship, and try to offer evidence based solutions to help police and other social services help people in crisis. The emphasis is on understanding and helping and not blaming the police, despite the buzzword in the title. https://people.ucsc.edu/~jwest1/articles/West_RacialBiasPolice.pdf https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/deinstitutionalization-people-mental-illness-causes-and-consequences/2013-10 https://statesofincarceration.org/story/why-are-correctional-facilities-nation-s-largest-mental-health-care-providers https://apnews.com/article/mental-health-crisis-911-police-alternative-civilian-responders-ca97971200c485e36aa456c04d217547 https://kdvr.com/news/local/study-denvers-star-program-reduced-crime-costs/#:~:text=The%20study%2C%20co%2Dauthored%20by,didn't%20have%20a%20presence. https://www.motherjones.com/criminal-justice/2022/06/mental-health-san-francisco-street-crisis-response-team-cahoots-police-violence/ https://www.opb.org/article/2023/06/27/portland-street-response-citywide-one-year-later-future/

There are a lot of misconceptions about bipolar disorder out there. So Eddie and Justin took the time to define what bipolar disorder is, address the misconceptions, and discuss some of the treatment options available. Plus, Eddie sings Mariah Carey. You do not want to miss it!

There are a lot of different types of therapies in mental health that we call modalities. It can be hard to know what the differences are and which ones to choose. In this episode, the boys discuss the most common types of therapy, and educate on what you should know to make sure that you are getting the most out of therapy. Plus, they discuss which celebrities have become proponents of therapy, and how much Kesha rules.

There are a shocking number of parasites that can live in the human body and some of them can have surprising effects on the brain, both good and bad! Eddie and Justin break down which parasites can be bad, which ones may be good, which celebrities and historical figures have had parasites, and share a lot of laughs along the way. https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/nih-human-microbiome-project-defines-normal-bacterial-makeup-body https://www.cambridge.org/core/blog/2022/08/23/the-impact-of-parasite-infection-of-mental-illness/ https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/toxoplasmosis/epi.html#:~:text=Toxoplasmosis%20is%20caused%20by%20the,have%20been%20infected%20with%20Toxoplasma. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9558922/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5175054/#:~:text=It%20can%20cause%20psychiatric%20disorders,personality%20changes%2C%20delirium%20and%20dementia. https://wchh.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/pnp.733 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5401880/ https://www.npr.org/transcripts/489619045 https://www.nbcnewyork.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/the-white-lotus-star-theo-james-shares-horrifying-travel-story/3983282/ https://www.discovermorepodcast.com/115-the-funniest-and-most-insightful-mental-health-psychiatry-interview-justin-romano-md-eddie-carrillo-lpc-mmhc/

Are men getting softer? Is the concept of masculinity changing? Eddie and Justin break down the topic of toxic masculinity, how to spot it, and what to do about it. Personal and professional stories help drive home thier points in this laughter filled and fun episode.

ADHD levels are on the rise, so Eddie and Justin dive into the potential causes, the history, the stats, and personal stories. Eddie gets vulnurable, and Dr. Justin teaches some new and interesting treatments for ADHD. From tributes for lost friends to dad jokes, this episode has a little of everything.

The vast majority of Americans see thier pets as a valued family member, but pet ownership can come with extreme highs and lows. On this episode, Eddie and Justin discuss the history of pets, their personal stories, and some of the surprising research about how pets influence our physical and mental health. Plus, they give tips for grieving a lost pet. Sources: When Did Man First Domesticate Dogs? | Psychology Today The Natural History of Domestic Cats | Alley Cat Allies Pet’s influence on humans’ daily physical activity and mental health: a meta-analysis - PMC (nih.gov) Pet Ownership and Quality of Life: A Systematic Review of the Literature - PMC (nih.gov) Pet ownership and psychological well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic - PMC (nih.gov) Pet ownership and human health: a brief review of evidence and issues - PMC (nih.gov) U.S. pet ownership statistics | American Veterinary Medical Association (avma.org) 2023 Pet Ownership Statistics: 70 Fur Facts - Lemonade Big money: Americans spend $500M on Halloween costumes for pets | MyStateline.com

The boys celebrate 100 episodes of the Podcast! Because the listeners have become family over the years, the topic of this episode is family. Eddie and Justin dive into the characteristics of healthy families, unhealthy families, and HOW to improve your family relationships. Sources: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2015/12/17/1-the-american-family-today/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5559994/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/invisible-bruises/202304/6-characteristics-of-a-healthy-family https://screening.mhanational.org/content/my-family-dysfunctional/

The month of September is suicide prevention month. Suicide is on the rise around the world and in the United States. In this episode, Eddie and Justin give you the stats and facts about suicide, provide tips for talking about suicide, and share their experiences working in mental health care. As always, the emphasis is on love, understanding, and compassion. And a big thanks to all our healthcare workers!! Resources https://988lifeline.org/promote-national-suicide-prevention-month/ https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/suicide-prevention-monthhttps:// www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Suicide-Prevention-Month Dial 988! Sources https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/suicide-data-statistics.htmlhttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28096873/

Humor is one of the most sacred elements of human society. In this episode, Eddie and Justin discuss how and why humans use humor to cope with tragedy, how humor has changed over the years, and some of the neuroscience of laughter. And to fit the theme of the episode, they laugh the entire episode. Link to Jaime's episode on humor: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-58-can-humor-help-us-heal/id1620980656?i=1000621616306 Sources: https://www.apa.org/monitor/jun06/anatomy

Jessica Childress weighs in on toxic workplaces which is the topic of her book, Peace: Leaving a Toxic Workplace on Your Own Terms. She gives her advice and a weath of resources to help people understand when and how to leave a bad situation. Her bright personality shines through as she shares many laughs with Justin and Eddie. Find her information and resources below! 1. Free Intro[re]spection e-course: Are you ready to unlock the power of respect in the workplace? Get your free e-course now! Intro[re]spection® is a comprehensive e-course to help you develop a deeper understanding of how you and your colleagues give and receive respect at work. This course is designed for supervisory and non-supervisory employees. Click the link below to gain free access to this course: https://the-childress-firm.ck.page/introrespection?fbclid=IwAR3UFRHcYlSxaWz1nSHb5gaiSJVrteB6P9nAvWAJzCPvxyJO2OSfhSxopJE 2. Link to pre-order e-book, Peace: Leaving a Toxic Workplace on Your Own Terms: Making the decision to leave a job can be one of the most challenging decisions that a person can make in their lives. However, when one’s workplace becomes toxic, making the decision about whether to leave can become urgent. If you find yourself miserable in your workplace and dreading going to work each day, it is time for you to determine what actions you need to take to get out of your toxic workplace and gain a sense of peace. It is not uncommon to feel afraid, uncertain, and anxious when going through the decision-making process about whether to leave a toxic workplace. This book aims to help you make an informed decision about leaving your workplace. From providing information about how to report workplace misconduct such as bullying, discrimination, and harassment to explaining the process of negotiating a severance agreement, this book was written to help you leave a toxic workplace feeling empowered and informed about your decision to leave. Peace: Leaving a Toxic Workplace on Your Own Terms addresses the following topics: https://www.amazon.com/Peace-Leaving-Toxic-Workplace-Terms-ebook/dp/B0C1SWHHW9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SWXUAIYXTBBX&keywords=peace+jessica+childress&qid=1691071439&sprefix=peace+jessica+childress%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-1 3. Free Checklist of Key Items to Consider Before Leaving a Toxic Workplace Want to leave a toxic job? What should you consider before leaving? DOWNLOAD your FREE checklist here! https://the-childress-firm.ck.page/adb98cb470 4. Free journal: Peace Journal: Reflecting on a Toxic Workplace Welcome to the Peace Journal! This journal is designed to provide topics of reflection for individuals who are seeking to leave toxic workplaces behind and embark on a path towards fulfilling and meaningful careers. By documenting your thoughts, experiences, and progress, this journal will empower you to take control of your professional life, cultivate self-care, and pursue a healthier work environment. Remember, your well-being and happiness deserve to be a priority. https://the-childress-firm.ck.page/91038a4627 Ways to Get in Touch: Twitter || https://twitter.com/childressfirm (@Childressfirm) Meta || www.facebook.com/thechildressfirm Instagram || https://www.instagram.com/thechildressfirm (@thechildressfirm) Website || www.thechildressfirm.com LinkedIn|| https://www.linkedin.com/in/childressjessica Youtube || https://www.youtube.com/@childressfirm

Cassidy Quinn is a podcaster and content creator who masterfully shares with Eddie and Justin the story of her life, mental health diagnosis (depression, anxiety, and ADHD), career transition from TV news to mental health advocate, and the loss of her mother to suicide. Her humor and openness are unmatched in this episode as she shares what makes her tick and provides encouragement and comfort to those in need. Follow Cassidy on her platforms: https://www.cassidyquinn.tv/podcast https://www.youtube.com/@CassidyQuinn https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-together/id1549997882

On this special episode of MMHC Dr. Justin plays 8 original songs that he wrote while living in Nebraska. He uses this as an opportunity to share his thoughts and feelings with all the changes in his life including having a baby, moving, graduating residency, and starting his career. His openness and vulnerability he shares through his music is meant to be a guide to helping others be comfortable with sharing their own thoughts feelings and emotions.

If you want to just hear the songs from episode 95 without the song explanations find them here! 0:00- Stay Right Here 2:29- I do 6:25- When The World Let Go 9:03- Alone in Your Room 13:01- Time Alone 17:01- Copin Strategies 19:50- Warm in The Cold Dark Night 22:48- Goodbye