Derek H. Suite, M.D.

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When it comes to being a top performer, athletes know how important their physical skills are-- but their mental and mindset-- sets the tone. Listen in when Dr. Suite shares some important insights on how mental skills are key ingredients to an athletes overall success.

In this supplemental podcast, Dr. Derek Suite underscores some of the main points from the antipsychotic lecture in his clinical psychopharmacology class held at Columbia University-- and also highlights some of the dangers associated with using antipsychotic medications in elderly populations.

In this supplemental podcast, Dr. Suite underscores the main points discussed in his clinical psychopharmacology graduate course at Columbia University.  In addition to giving an overview of the various anxiety disorders, Dr. Suite reviews common FDA-approved medications for anxiety. The information contained in this podcast is educational and is not considered (nor should it replace) medical...

In this podcast, Dr. Derek Suite concludes his 3 part series on hidden factors that stimulate Motivation.  Motivation, though situational in nature, has the potential to drive us toward achieving our highest goals. Purpose is universal in nature --and has the capacity to be foundational across challenges we encounter as we live and work. Purpose fuels our motivation by teaching us that setbac...

In this podcast, Dr. Suite continues his talk on how leaders can leverage the power of experimentation to stimulate creative solutions and increase motivation among team members. 

No one wants to be a robot and people get bored and lose motivation fast if they are not personally involved or invested in the outcome.  If you are feeling unmotivated, or are faced with leading an unmotivated team, partner, or employee, you may find Dr. Suite's podcast on the link between self-expression, dopamine, and motivation interesting.  Among the brain’s many chemical messengers...

In this follow-up podcast to the in-class, antidepressant lecture in Dr. Suite's Introduction to Clinical Psychopharmacology course at Columbia University, Dr. Suite explores the rationale for the long-term treatment of major depression with antidepressants. Dr. Suite also discusses the best psychotherapies for the treatment of mild and moderate depression. 

Did you know your age, sex, weight, kidney function and hydration status could influence how well a medication works in your body?  In this podcast,  Dr. Suite who teaches clinical psychopharmacology at Columbia University,  gives students a brief overview on why prescribers pay attention to pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics as they make decisions on what medications to give to...

In this podcast, I share my thoughts on a textbook that I like very much: Handbook of Clinical Psychopharmacology for Therapists.  This well-conceived, practical, and highly informative textbook is the required reading for the course I teach at Columbia University.  

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a type of anxiety disorder , can happen after a deeply threatening or scary event. Even if you weren't directly involved, the shock of what happened can be so great that you have a hard time living a normal life. People with PTSD can have insomnia , flashbacks, low self-esteem, and a lot of painful or unpleasant emotions. They might constantly relive the event...

Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. But it is not inevitable for anyone. By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can prevent suicides and save lives. Let's all commit to being more vigilant, more caring, and more courageous about inquiring if someone we know needs some help. Please call 1 800 273-8255 or 1 800 273-TALk if y...

 Playing sports--any sport not just football or hockey--increases a person's risk of falls and collisions, which can cause concussions . It's important for parents, teachers, and coaches ( and not just trainers and medical staff)  to have a basic awareness of the possibility of a concussion in someone who has had a head or whiplash injury--and what to look for.    

Women, in general-- and especially those with mental disorders-- have been discriminated against and stigmatized worldwide throughout history.  FACTS  Approximately 12 million women in the United States experience clinical depression each year. About one in every eight women can expect to develop clinical depression during their lifetime. Depression occurs most frequently in women aged 2...

Per John Hopkins Medical Center,  many of the warning signs of possible suicidal feelings are also signs of depression. Observations of the following behaviors may be helpful in identifying people who may be at risk of attempting suicide: Changes in eating and sleep habits Loss of interest in usual activities Pulling away from friends and family members Acting out behaviors and running a...

Every leader eventually faces and navigates the 3 C's: Choice, Chance, Change. Failure (reluctance) by a leader to make the right choice, to take calculated chances (risks), or to embrace and manage changes (transitions) can erode self-confidence, team morale, and org culture. In this podcast, Dr. Derek H. Suite discusses practical ways to leverage the 3 C's of leadership. For more, please join@de...

Powerful leaders share one basic characteristic: Self- Confidence. In this podcast, Dr. Derek H. Suite highlights 3 surprisingly simple steps you can take to bolster your self-confidence as a leader. 

The holidays can be a tricky time for many people who may not be in as festive a mood as the season connotes. Practicing gratitude offers us a practical way to cope, find balance, and stay grounded during the holiday season--and beyond. For more insights and strategies on how to practice and benefit from the gift of gratitude, check out Dr. Suite's reflection in this podcast. Also, be sure to foll...

There is a difference between being grateful and being thankful. "Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity...it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow." —Melody Beattie. 

In this thought-provoking podcast, Dr. Suite explores 7 simple (and often overlooked) strategies that can immediately change your life.  If you would like to experience coaching with Dr. Suite, or someone from his team, check out www.fccwellnes.org for more inspiration and information.

Leaders tend to be proactive about getting the job done and will often roll up their sleeves and solve the problem. While this is a key leadership skill, it may not ultimately be a winning strategy because it undermines the team's growth and development.   In this podcast, Dr. Suite discusses common mistakes leaders make that can potentially sabotage professional development and team con...

Every leader is ultimately on display and will eventually be judged by those who are in their camp. In this podcast, Dr, Suite draws from his experience as an executive leadership coach, peak performance consultant, and organizational psychiatrist to review 10 essential attributes a team looks for in its leader. For more insights on workforce wellness, be sure to visit fccwellness.org.