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The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) has partnered with Psych Central to release a compelling mental health podcast series designed to make important topics like anxiety, depression, and self-care more relatable and accessible to the public.
Each episode features expert insights from trusted ADAA mental health professionals, offering evidence-based guidance on a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, women’s mental health issues and more.
Whether you’re navigating your own mental health journey, supporting a loved one, or simply eager to learn more, this podcast series is designed to educate, empower, and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Stay tuned for thoughtful conversations and actionable advice you can trust.
RELEASED EPISODES
Emetophobia: Understanding the Fear of Vomiting
Featuring: Ken Goodman, LCSW
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No one likes to throw up. But for some, the mere thought of vomiting is a Level 12 emergency that halts life in its tracks. This is the reality of emetophobia—a debilitating fear of vomiting that often hides in the shadows of more common diagnoses like anxiety or eating disorders. In this episode, listen to ADAA member expert Ken Goodman, LCSW, break down why emetophobia is far more than a gross-out reaction and hear emetophobia sufferer Lorraine Leal's raw, personal journey of living with a fear so intense she would rather die than vomit.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
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Prolonged Grief or Depression? How To Tell the Difference and Get Help
Featuring: Mary-Frances O’Connor PhD
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What does it really mean to grieve — and when does grief become a danger to your life? In this weighty episode, host Gabe Howard sits down with ADAA member Mary-Frances O’Connor, PhD, a leading expert in psychology whose work on grief and loss has touched millions. Dr. O’Connor shares groundbreaking insights on the subtle yet critical differences between the stereotypical grief process and prolonged grief.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: What is Grief Disorder and Grief?
- Blog: Healing After Suicide Loss: How to Navigate Grief and Find Support
- Webinar: Navigating Prolonged Grief: Evidence-Based Strategies for Assessment and Treatment
- Webinar: Ask The Author Q & A: The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss
Anxiety and Depression in Caregivers:
How to Take Care of Yourself and Combat Burnout
Featuring: C. Alec Pollard, PhD
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Sometimes, you are so consumed by caring for a loved one with a serious mental illness — like major depressive disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder — that taking a moment for yourself feels like a betrayal. In this episode of Inside Mental Health, host Gabe Howard and ADAA member C. Alec Pollard, PhD, reveal the hidden crisis of caregiver burnout in the world of serious mental illness.
This episode is brought to you by Evernorth Health Services. Evernorth provides health services, from benefits management to data and analytics, designed to unlock potential for employers and their employees.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: Serious, Chronic, or Terminal Illnesses -Tips for Patients and Caregivers
- Webinar: Overcoming Parental Anxiety: Responding to the Surgeon General’s Call to Support Parental Well-Being
- Webinar: Activating the Environment: Practical Tips for Caregivers to Enhance Care Coordination for Effective Treatment of Childhood Anxiety and OCD
The Mirror Lies: Unmasking BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder)
Featuring: Scott Granet, LCSW
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In this episode of Inside Mental Health, we peel back the layers of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) — a condition far beyond simple vanity. Host Gabe Howard and ADAA member Scott Granet, LCSW tear apart the facade of BDD — a mental battle where the mirror becomes your worst enemy. With raw honesty and expert insights, this conversation dives into the complexities of living with BDD, highlighting the vital role of support systems and cognitive behavioral therapy.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
- Blog: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall…You Are the Ugliest of All Says Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
- Webinar: Beyond Physical Appearance: Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder
The Raw Reality of Self-Harm and Healing
Featuring: Gillian C. Galen, PsyD
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Dive into a no-holds-barred conversation that shatters common myths about self-harm. Join host Gabe Howard and renowned psychologist, ADAA member Gillian C. Galen, PsyD, as they explore the intricate world of self-harm and emotional regulation. Delving into the neuroscience behind adolescent brain development and its impact on behavior, Dr. Galen explains why self-injurious behaviors are more prevalent during youth and how they evolve — or sometimes subside — in adulthood.
This episode is brought to you by McLean Hospital. McLean Hospital offers free and reliable mental health resources for the public and professionals to promote healthy individuals and communities around the world.
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When Is Picky Eating a Disorder? Understanding ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
Featuring: Jacqueline Sperling, PhD
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Is your child a picky eater, or is it something more serious — and how can you tell? Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) goes far beyond food preferences. It’s driven by deep-seated fears of choking, vomiting, or other anxieties that can lead to dangerous nutritional deficiencies. In this episode, Gabe Howard sits down with ADAA member Jacqueline Sperling, PhD, a clinical psychologist and Harvard Medical School professor, to break down the signs of ARFID, outline how it differs from typical picky eating, and mention when parents should seek professional help.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: Eating Disorders and Related Anxiety and Mood Disorders: What They Are and How Treatment Helps
- Page: Types of Eating Disorders
- Video: What is ARFID?
Postpartum PTSD: What Parents Need to Know
Featuring: Lauren Sippel, PhD
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What if giving birth left you with nightmares, hypervigilance, and a constant sense of dread — and no one believed you? Worse, what if you didn’t think it mattered because, after all, the baby is healthy? In this eye-opening episode, host Gabe Howard talks with ADAA member expert Lauren Sippel, PhD about a condition many have never heard of: postpartum post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
This episode is brought to you by Evernorth Health Services. Evernorth provides health services, from benefits management to data and analytics, designed to unlock potential for employers and their employees.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: Postpartum Disorders
- Video: What is Postpartum PTSD?
- Blog: Unseen Trauma: Recognizing and Understanding Childbirth-Related PTSD
Perimenopause and Depression
Featuring: Dr. Crystal Clark
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In this episode, ADAA member expert and psychiatrist Dr. Crystal Clark joins host Gabe Howard to shine a light on one of the most overlooked mental health issues affecting women: the biological storm of perimenopause and its deep connection to depression and anxiety. They break down why up to 40% of women experience depression during this hormonal transition — and why so many are told to just “tough it out.” You’ll learn the early warning signs to watch for, the science behind hormonal shifts and mental health, and why dismissing symptoms as “normal aging” could be harmful. Plus, they explore how therapy, medication, lifestyle shifts, and even hormone therapy can play a role in recovery.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: Perimenopause and Depression
- Video: What is Perimenopause?
- Blog: Menopausal Transition and Mental Health: You're Not Crazy
- Webinar: Unmasking Menopause: Mood, Sleep, Cognition, and Solutions
OCD, Trauma, or Both? Understanding the Overlap
Featuring: Nathaniel Van Kirk, PhD
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Is it trauma? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? Or both? Can trauma trigger OCD? Can OCD feel like trauma? In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Van Kirk, ADAA member, clinical psychologist and trauma expert, joins Gabe Howard to unpack the complex relationship between trauma and OCD. While both terms are widely used, few understand how deeply they can intertwine — or how often they’re misunderstood.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Page: What is Trauma? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
- Video: What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Conquering Social Anxiety in College
Featuring: Ken Goodman, LCSW
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Ever feel like your fear of judgment is holding you back from college life? In this no-nonsense episode, host Gabe Howard teams up with ADAA member expert Ken Goodman, LCSW, to cut through the noise and tackle social anxiety head-on. Discover how everyday moments — like dropping a napkin or saying hello — can spiral into overwhelming anxiety and how you can flip the script.
This episode has been sponsored by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). ADAA is dedicated to informing the public about anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and related disorders.
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Treatment-Resistant Depression Is Treatable — What You May Be Missing
Featuring: Jill Emanuele, PhD
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What happens when therapy and medication don’t work? Treatment-resistant depression can feel like a dead end, but it’s not. In this episode, clinical psychologist and ADAA member expert Dr. Jill Emanuele unpacks the nuanced differences between sadness, grief, and major depressive disorder — and why misusing these terms can delay real help.
This episode has been sponsored by Johnson & Johnson.
Discover ADAA Resources:
- Page: What is Depression?
- Video: What is Depression?
- VIdeo: What is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)?
