It's a Code You! Mental Health Support for Those Working in Healthcare

On this epsiode of It's a Code You! we will speak with Dr. Sarah Roane, psychologist and clinical lead at DHBHS about Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. We'll cover how many people are affected, what the symptoms of SAD are, who is more at risk for developing SAD and what some treatment options are.  If you have any questions, comments, feedback or would like us to cover a specific topic please...

Are you in a relationship with someone you really love but it feels like the two of you just can't communicate? Do you feel like you dread having to talk about an issue with your partner? Welcome to It's a Code You, today we are going to take a look at some basic communication skills and how communication skills can affect your relationship If you have any feedback, comments, questions or if there...

Is your youngest child starting their senior year? You might be feeling a variety of emotions as you stand at the brink of a new phase of life. In this episode of, It's a Code You!, we will be looking at how you can prepare for becoming an empty nester.  We will talk about what you might be feeling as well as tips for moving through this transition period and onto the next phase of life. If you ha...

On this episode of It's a Code YOU!, we will be looking at burnout and how it can affect your personal and professional life. We'll dive into the difference between stress and burnout. We will also be taking a look at how the concept of radical acceptance can affect the amount of stress and anxiety we feel. Finally we will go into some tips and tricks for managing your stress levels and even ways...

Maybe you've just lost a loved one, or perhaps a very important relationship has ended. In this episode of, It's a Code YOU! We will talk about grief, what it looks like and when you might want to seek out additional support. We'll also provide you with information about resources. If you have any questions, comments, or feedback, please reach out to us at dhbhs.media@hitchcock.org .    Resources:...

Did you know that college students are having greater rates of depression and anxiety?  There are things you can do to help mentally prepare your child for the transitions and greater level of independence. In this episode of "It's a Code YOU!", we will go through a list of life skills that will help to build resiliency in your teen and better equip them for all the changes that come with entering...

Happy Pride Month! This episode we are speaking to Pam Bertolino, LICSW regarding how to not only support your LGBTQ+ child (or a child in your life), but how to create a supportive, loving, accepting environment in your home. We're also going to look at things you can do to help create a more supportive environment in your local schools. If you have any suggestions, comments, or feedback please r...

In this episode, we are going to take a look at men and mental health. We know the data shows that men commit suicide at a much higher rate than women, but depression numbers show that many more women suffer from depression. Can that be the case? Or are we possibly not seeing the numbers in men because we focus on symptoms of depression typically seen by women? Join us as we dive into the research...

Do you ever go to find something and become frustrated because you have to sift through a drawer of things to locate the one item you need? Most of us have a "junk" drawer in the kitchen filled with fast food straws, batteries and birthday candles. But how do you know if the clutter in your home is affecting your mental health? In this episode, we will look at the psychology of clutter, how it man...

Have you heard the phrase "emotional labor"? Have you ever wondered why women seem to feel like they carry more of this? In this episode, we will take a look at the mental health of women and how they are affected differently than men. We'll also look at post partum disorders, the signs that you may need some extra support and where to turn for help. If you have any feedback, questions or comments...

It's not uncommon to enjoy a drink after a hard day. It can be relaxing and take your mind off of your troubles. But what does regular alcohol consumption do to your mental health? How does it affect your brain? And how does it make some mental health issues worse? These are all the questions that we will answer during the newest episode of It's a Code You! For questions, comments or feedback plea...

Content warning This episode will cover sensitive subject matter and may be upsetting to some listeners. Did you know that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys will experience some form of sexual abuse before their 18th birthday? Do you know the signs of grooming behaviors in other adults? Most people think that they have to worry about strangers around their children but 90% of children who are abused a...

In this episode we'll take a look at bids for connection, how they are missed and what the research says about couples who are happier and healthier together.  We'll give you real actionable steps that you can put into place today to improve your communication, connection and to start to repair any resentment that might be present. Friendship is the basis for any healthy relationship and it's easy...

Do you feel that you're not getting quality sleep? Or maybe you do shift work and you struggle with feeling rested and staying up? This episode we chat with Dr. Jessica Salwen-Deremer, a clinical psychologist with experience in treating sleep disorders with CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia). We'll take a look at the components of healthy sleep, what having a sleep routine can do fo...

We're rebranding! In order to adequately communicate who our audience is, we've decided to change things up a bit. It's a Code You! Mental Health Support for Those Working in Healthcare will be replacing Behind the Mask: Thriving in Healthcare. Our episodes will remain the same, with the same intent: To provide support an education on topics related to mental health, parenting, relationships with...

Most people have experienced bullying at some point during their childhood, either being the victim of a bully, having a friend be bullied, or perhaps you were the bully. Children today have to experience bullying with the added pressure of social media. The bully isn't just the kid at school or on the bus, now they can text or post about you online. This episode we will talk about how social medi...

"Treat Yo Self" became popular after an episode of the sitcom, "Parks and Recreation", but the idea of retail therapy has been around for a long time. Feeling down or depressed and buying yourself a little pick me up is done by many. In this episode, we look at why this can be a negative coping mechanism and how raising your emotional intelligence can help put a stop to this and other maladaptive...

Do you ever feel like your child became a different person when they entered their teenage years? This episode we will chat with Pam Bertolino, LICSW, who has 35 years of experience as a family therapist and two daughters. You'll walk away with some validation for your experiences as well as some action steps to help foster a better connection with your teen.

In this episode, we will discuss what Dry January is, how it started and why taking a break from alcohol can provide some benefits for your physical and mental health.

Each year most Americans set certain resolutions, usually health related, that they want to accomplish. But how many actually succeed? This episode we will get into what the numbers say about how many people are successful, why you might be bailing on your resolution and tips on how you can set yourself up for success.

While the holidays can be a time of joy and laughter, they can also be a time of dread, stress and obligation. In this episode, we talk about how to create healthy boundaries for yourself around the holidays so that you actually enjoy and feel rejuvenated by the holiday season. We will cover areas where you might want to create boundaries as well as examples of how to have those conversations. 

This is the trailer for our new podcast "Behind the Mask: Thriving in Healthcare". Episodes will center around issues related to mental health, relationships and overall health with special consideration being given to how these issues affect those working in healthcare.