Spoken D Podcast

 Is okay to seek mental health treatment for a child 10 years of age or younger? 

In today's episode, we dive into the conversation about out-of-pocket costs in mental health. Listen to learn more to understand why you should value your mental health equivalent to your physical health.  12: 31 | "Walking around with your brain and it looked like you felt.."  

In today's episode, Matt is interviewing Dr. Duffy on the fast-acting medication, Ketamine.  Want to learn more ? Take a listen.   Ketamine treatment option at Alivation Health 

Is postpartum depression the same as baby blues? What are the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression?  What causes postpartum depression? Listen to this episode to learn more about postpartum depression. Articles & References: Postpartum Depression Symptoms & Causes Everything you need to know about postpartum depression Postpartum Depression | March of Dimes

Join Dr. Duffy and Matt Duffy in today's new series: Parenting. Have a parenting question? Submit any thoughts or questions to podcast@alivation.com   Article Reference: Cell Phone without Internet Capability 

Should you take a medication holiday? How to take a break? Why take a break?  Listen to advice from Dr. Duffy on the do's and don'ts of a "medication holiday."  Reference Articles:  Take a Summer Break? Medication Holidays for Your Child

Today's episode of The Mental Health Commute analyzes the saying, "It's okay not to be okay."   Send your thoughts to podcast@alivation.com. Alivation Health Alivation Health is the leading mental health provider in the region. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

In a nutshell, the Body Battery concept is about taking physiological stress and the impact of physical activity and placing them together.  Reference article, 5 Reasons Your Body Battery Says You're Running Low

In today's episode, Dr. Duffy and Matt Duffy will be answering questions about medications.  Why do I need to take medication?  What treatment options are available instead of medication?  Do I always have to take medication?  Listen to learn about the main factors used when a provider selects a medication for an individual.  Any questions, topics email podcast@alivation.com

The power of hope must not be underestimated.  Research indicates that hope can help us manage stress, anxiety, and cope with adversity. It contributes to our well-being and happiness and motivates positive action. Today's episode examines how an individuals hope makes a difference in treatment.  Hope Research: Mission Impossible What Scientific Research on Hope Can Teach Us About Resilience 

How do cats relate to mental health? Listen as Dr. Duffy shares his adventure with kittens over the weekend. 

In today's episode listen as Dr. Walt Duffy and Matt Duffy predict the use of Telehealth proceeding the pandemic. If you have any questions, or thoughts about this email podcast@alivation.com. 

Understanding how and why a bully uses aggressive behavior is key to knowing how to handle the situation. Kids bully for many reasons.  In this episode, Dr. Walt Duffy and Matt Duffy analyze bullies and effective ways to address the bully. Articles: Understanding Bullying Behavior Understanding Bullying   Resources in Lincoln, NE for youth programs:  Lighthouse is an accredited After-School Progra...

Today's episode discusses one oxymoron, "deafening silence," which describes a silence that is so overpowering it almost feels deafening, or extremely loud. Reference to Anechoic Chamber:  Earth's Quietest Place Will Drive You Crazy in 45 Minutes

Continue-- Part 2  What is TMS therapy?  How does it work? Are you curious about the treatment? In today's episode, learn about how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation works and how it can help patients with depression, OCD, or smoking addiction. 

 What is TMS therapy?  How does it work? Are you curious about the treatment? In today's episode, learn about how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation works and how it can help patients with depression, OCD, or smoking addiction. 

As that mask mandate restrictions are lifted in Lincoln, Nebraska does that change your mental health? 

Why is there a stigma around therapy?  Learn tips and advice from Dr. Duffy on how to address the conversation with your friends/family about the positive attributes of therapy for your wellness journey. 

Are you stubborn? Know someone who is stubborn? How do you understand why? Listen to this episode for thought and conversation about the topic of stubbornness.  As 2021 Nurses Week comes to a close, a BIG "thank you" to all the nurses at our sponsored clinic, Alivation Health! Resources: Parenting the Strong-Willed Child: 5 Discipline Strategies 10 Signs You're Raising a Strong-Will...

What are your expectations per day? How do we stay positive throughout the day?   May is Mental Health Month, join Mental Health America in exploring practical tools that everyone can use to improve their mental health and increase resiliency. 

Many people think of forgiveness as letting go or moving on. But there's more to it than that.. true forgiveness goes a step further, offering something positive-empathy, compassion, and understanding toward the person that hurt you. Listen as Dr. Duffy and Matt Duffy talk through the positive ways to work forgiveness in your life. 

How do you talk to your friend/partner or spouse about seeking help for their mental health?