TRIGGER WARNING: The contents and discussion in this episode are for informational purposes only and are not intended as a substitute for professional, medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific inquiries about your mental health you should call your physician or appropriate healthcare provider promptly. If you think you have a medical emergency or are experiencing suicidal ideations then call ---your doctor or 911 immediately.
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Sweta and Taylor talk to Dr. Swati Divakarla, a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist about mental health broadly and especially during COVID19. They cover a range of topics from the mental health of frontline healthcare workers (suicides increasing) to why mental health coverage in the US falls short despite its obvious benefit to overall human health. They get into the role of social media for mental health (both good and bad), the stigma around seeking out services, and even the benefits of shock therapy (hint: NOT for “fixing” homosexuality).
It’s been a rough year globally since the pandemic broke out, and Dr. Swati explains steps everyone can take to look after their mental health in this time of COVID and beyond. This is an incredibly informative episode that is relevant to anyone who has experienced either the direct and/or indirect impacts of COVID.
National US suicide hotline: 800-273-8255
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