All Episodes

Chapter 28:36

Ep. 116/ Dr. Polo Psychosis

Dr. Jim Polo talks about the disturbing increase in reported incidents of psychosis, a severe mental disorder in which though and emotions are so impaired that contact is …

Chapter 20:04

Ep. 115/ Dr. Marissa Alert

Dr. Marissa Alert shepherds her clients through the ups and downs of wellness. Among the most tricky months--from Thanksgiving until New Year. Add in a global pandemic, with …

Chapter 22:19

Ep. 118/ How to Help Someone Who Is Suffering

It is a time of great suffering for many people. Self-reported surveys suggest 2/3 of Americans are experiencing severe depression and anxiety. But, if you are a family …

Chapter 19:25

Ep. 113/ Dr Polo Post Election Episode

An “internal locus of control” is the belief that our actions have a direct effect on the outcomes in our life. Dr. Jim Polo explains the theory behind …

Chapter 22:56

EP. 112/ Topher Jerome. Jaspr

The majority of people who are threatening suicide either present at an emergency room or they see their primary care provider in the weeks before an attempt. For …

Chapter 24:03

EP. 110/ Dr. Jim Polo Bi-Polar in Kids

Childhood is fraught with mood changes and behavioral adjustments. So, what separates a normal child struggling with anger, relationships and learning with someone who is exhibiting symptoms of …

Chapter 24:57

EP. 109/ Willa Goodfellow/ BiPolar

Willa Goodfellow is one of the most insightful, optimistic and hopeful interviews we’ve ever done with someone living with bipolar disorder. Misdiagnosed, overmedicated and left distraught by her …

Chapter 23:24

EP. 107/BiPolar Disorder Dr. Jim Polo

Bipolar disorder is a severe, lifelong mood disorder for which little is currently understood of the genetic mechanisms underlying risk. Creativity has a historical connection with the bipolar …

Chapter 16:47

EP. 106/Dr. Marissa Alert, Emotional Eating

Dr. Alert received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Miami and her bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College. She has experience working with adults to help …