Pandemic Mental Health Crisis and How To Stay Calm with Michel Pascal

The World Health Organization estimates that each year approximately one million people a year die from suicide. 
With the unemployment rate sky rocketing, civil unrest and covid-19 on the rise again I can tell you that my patients are experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, and addiction to the point many are struggling with suicidal ideation.
News reporter Cathleen O’toole brought us up to date on this week’s headlines of suicides that include a Chinese Film Maker, Law Firm Chief, Teen Murder Suicide, Gun Owners,  & Three Digit Hotline.
The WORLD is in crisis and learning to stay calm and in this moment to decide to stay on Earth is crucial in suicide prevention!
It is an honor to have Michel Pascal on this weeks episode to share his method of meditation for daily stress.
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Michel Pascal is a transformational and spiritual multi-talented artist, meditation teacher, singer, composer, photographer, film director, and author dedicated to supporting underserved populations – including LA’s hardened population of parolees. An author of 20 books on spirituality, Including “Meditation for Daily Stress, 10 practices for immediate well-being” A book that describes all his new approach of Meditation.
Michel`s latest work includes the co creation of the Never Alone movement with Deepak Chopra, social entrepreneur Poonacha Machaiah, actress and humanitarian, Gabriella Wright, to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental wellbeing through their global movement “#NeverAlone”.
He is the director of the I am never alone film, one of the solutions of the Never Alone movement for Suicide prevention and Mental Health. The film is ready to watch at a very low price $4 usd https://vimeo.com/ondemand/iamneveralonefilm
Michel is also the creator of a free App to help people to feel better, the name of the App is Mind Dive. Available to download for free in Android and Apple.

Get social with Michel. https://www.michelpascal.tv/
FILM https://iamneveralonefilm.com/
Mind Dive App https://minddiveapp.com/home/

Dr. Denise Show Line Up Since the Pandemic Hit!

“How can I be my own best friend?”

A question that I encourage all of you to ask yourselves.

The universal truths of awareness, self love and altruism set the foundation for mental and physical wellBEing for all of US.

Humanity is in crisis and when we are in crisis there is Infinite Potential to use our suffering and our feelings as “ROCKET FUEL” to go from crisis to thrive.

That is exactly what I did.

I rocked my quarantine/ stay at home order during the pandemic by passionately producing and creating more content that bridges science, spirituality and psychiatry on my Dr. Denise Show podcast that I launched in 2016!

There are  > than 25 new episodes of the Dr. Denise Show from March 2020 until now.

In addition to the series within the Dr. Denise Show “Rocking A Betrayal” with co-host and Emmy Award Winning News Reporter Cathleen O’toole pre-pandemic I am thrilled to announce the launch of the series “Diva Discussions” with Marjan Mamooie and the series  “On Alchemy” with Dr. Andrea Best during LOCK DOWN!

Woot! Woot!

Check out the links to all of the recent episodes below as this blogpost is a celebration of creativity and passion for the spirit of INSPIRING ALL at this unimaginable time in history.

Remember that we have UNLIMITED POTENTIAL once we remember WHO we are. We are light beings and can “light each other up!”

You will LOVE the guests and cohosts that I have on my show.

Cheers to OUR collective health, unity and fight for JUSTICE for ALL!

Love~

Dr. Denise

 

 

Keeping Calm in the Midst of Chaos

 

Celebrity Psychic and FBI Profiler Jennifer Shaffer and I Get Real About Surviving Week One of Pandemic

 

Dallas Wings WNBA Isabelle Harrison In Self Quarantine after Safely Returning from Italy

 

“It’s a Team Effort.” Manhattan Beach Mayor Richard Montgomery on Covid-19

 

Be Inspired by Pro Basketball Player, Entrepreneur and Visionary Jarnell Stokes

 

She Beat Cancer! Meet Business Woman and Philanthropist Marjan Mamooie

 

Childhood Bullying to Champion Mindset with Mateus and Ramiro  Paré

 

Pandemic Quarantine Crew, Dating, & Relationships with Mikah Karros LMFT

 

Meet My Dharma Brother Lama Tenzin Choegyal and the Girls at the CED HOUSE!

 

When can I be on your show Mom?

 

The Bottom Line on Ketamine Use for Depression, Anxiety, Addiction and Pain with Dr. Austin Harris

 

Sacred Siddha Medicine, Nutrition & Immunity with Dr. R. Padmapriya

 

Meet Author, Filmmaker, Entrepreneur and Visionary Chris Gordon

 

Manhattan Beach Covid-19 Survivor Denise Berger Ed.D Shares Her Path to Recovery

 

Diva Discussions Launch

 

Fashion Icon Matt Sarafa on Diva Discussions

 

Covid 19 Survivor Denise Berger Ed.D. on Recovery, Adaptive Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility

 

Meet Visionary and Midwife to the Divine Feminine Kaliyani Sundari

 

Summer Is Coming… During a Pandemic

 

Meet Dr. Andrea Best, Integrative Adult and Child Psychiatrist

 

Where are WE safe?

 

Where are WE safe (continued)?

 

Pandemic Addiction

 

On Alchemy with Dr. Denise and Dr. Best

 

Cam Adair on Quarantine & Gaming Addiction

 

Cam Adair on Quarantine & Gaming Addiction

Cam Adair is the founder of Game Quitters, the world’s largest support community for video game addiction, serving members in 95 countries. His work has been published in Psychiatry Research, and featured in two TEDx talks, NPR, BBC, Forbes, ABC 20/20, CNN, VICE, and Bloomberg, amongst many others.

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Quarantine & Gaming Addiction

By Cathleen O’Toole

            In this episode of the Dr. Denise Show we are privileged to welcome back a leading expert on video game addiction for a deep discussion about the effects of quarantine and gaming addiction.  Cam Adair is the founder of Game Quitters, the world’s support community for gaming addicts.  He travels the world to share what he knows about the science and emotions of addiction and is a speaker at countless college campuses — well he was, until the pandemic hit.

            Cam tells us how he still strategizes to flank his former addiction to gaming — especially when the world suddenly found itself locked inside, left to stare at a screen.  We talk about as some in the substance abuse recovery community are struggling, gamers too can relapse during this difficult time.

            We spent time talking about the retirement of some professional e-gamers.  Cam explained that the rigors of the sport lead to poor lifestyle choices that make stepping down from a gaming career in one’s early 20s a common occurrence.

            I was extremely interested in soaking in Cam’s knowledge on the Bartle player types: killers, achievers, explorers and socializers.  We learned about how video game developers program to appeal to these different Neurostyles in a way to make the game more interesting, engaging and consuming.

            In an incredible development, we learned of Cam’s success in putting together a certification program from clinicians.  He reports that many psychologists will purport to have video game addiction expertise but the knowledge can be spotty.  Partnering with Jamison Wiggins, the pair will train clinicians who can earn a certificate from an independent board that has done similarly for gambling addiction clinicians.  Their new venture is called Intenta Digital.

Here is the documentary about Cam, HERE! 

A Mental Health Break with Vincent A. Lanci

It was an absolute honor to be on Vince’s show as the first guest! This show launched in January and I wanted to say it is truly an honor to know Vince and also to see all that he is doing in honor of mental health!

Here is the EPISODE 

SHOW NOTES

Host Name: Vincent A. Lanci (https://www.vincentlanci.com/)
Guest Name: Dr. Denise McDermott, “Dr. Denise” (https://www.drdenisemd.com/)

https://www.instagram.com/amentalhealthbreak
https://www.facebook.com/amentalhealthbreak
https://www.vincentlanci.com/podcasts

Would it benefit you to hear from Mental Health Professionals and Influencers? Would it add value to your life to also hear authentic stories from people talking about their mental health, the issues they face, and how they actively combat them? Congratulations, this is the perfect podcast for you!

Ever since my accident, and into recovery, I learned that I needed to prioritize my mental health. And my goal for this podcast is to help you do so, too!

For the series premier, Vincent A. Lanci brings on Dr. Denise McDermott, or as you may know of as, “Dr. Denise.” Dr. Denise McDermott, M.D. has been in private practice since 2001. As a medical doctor with board certifications in both Adult and Child Psychiatry, she treats children, adolescents and adults. Her goal is to empower you, your child, and your family to live the best life possible. Her approach is to encourage people to believe in wellness, not illness, and to lead a balanced healthy lifestyle.

Take a Deep Breath! It’s time to make your day a better one.

Host Name: Vincent A. Lanci (PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com)
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Website- https://www.vincentlanci.com/podcasts
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Facebook (Speaking)- https://www.facebook.com/VincentALanci/
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Guest Name: Dr. Denise McDermott, “Dr. Denise” (https://www.drdenisemd.com/)
Website: (https://www.drdenisemd.com/)
Instagram (Business)- https://www.instagram.com/drdenisemd/
Facebook (Business)- https://www.facebook.com/DrDeniseMD

Digital Editing Name: Vincent A. Lanci (PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com)

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On Alchemy with Dr. Denise and Dr. Best

The evolution of the launch of this series is mind-blowing to me!

There are no coincidences. Only CO-Incidences.

Dr. Best and I reunited after 20 years of practicing as integrative psychiatrists to record our first show a few weeks ago. When we hung up the phone we caught up and realized that our own personal journeys of being able to ALCHEMIZE our own sufferings throughout our lives and empower our patients to do the same has brought us together at this Divine and unprecedented time in history.

Listen here:

Pandemic Addiction!

Cathleen O’Toole and Dr. Denise discuss right here:

I am on the frontlines of mental health crisis’ every day. I have patients that have > suicidal thoughts & I have made home visits (outside/with masks) to help with addiction crisis’! As a society WE need to UNITE in honor of > awareness about the importance of mental health!

Suicide hotline: 1 800 273-8255

SAMSHA (Substance Use) 18006624357

“COVID-19 has directly claimed tens of thousands of U.S. lives, but conditions stemming from the novel coronavirus — rampant unemployment, isolation and an uncertain future — could lead to 75,000 deaths from drug or alcohol abuse and suicide, new research suggests.” ~CBS News.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/coronavirus-deaths-suicides-drugs-alcohol-pandemic-75000/#app

Remember YOU are not alone.
xoxo
Dr. Denise

Where are WE safe? (continued)

CONTINUED….

Where are WE safe?

This is a profound question.

WE are living at an unimaginable time in history.

Will I be able to feed my family? Will I have work?

Can I see my elderly relative without possibly exposing them to Covid? Will I get Covid?

Will I be shot or murdered because of my skin color, gender, sexuality or for other reasons?

These are questions that are on the forefront of our minds individually and collectively right NOW.

The mourning and loss of  greater than 100,00 people to Covid is real.

The murder of George Floyd has sparked civil unrest, anger, sadness and cries for  justice around the world.

Dr. Andrea Best and I discuss these feelings on the afternoon of 5/31/20 while the riots are full force around the country.

Listen here:

Where are WE safe?

Where are WE safe?

This is a profound question.

WE are living at an unimaginable time in history.

Will I be able to feed my family? Will I have work?

Can I see my elderly relative without possibly exposing them to Covid? Will I get Covid?

Will I be shot or murdered because of my skin color, gender, sexuality or for other reasons?

These are questions that are on the forefront of our minds individually and collectively right NOW.

The mourning and loss of  greater than 100,00 people to Covid is real.

The murder of George Floyd has sparked civil unrest, anger, sadness and cries for  justice around the world.

Dr. Andrea Best and I discuss these feelings on the afternoon of 5/31/20 while the riots are full force around the country.

Listen here:

Meet Dr. Andrea Best, Integrative Adult and Child Psychiatrist

I am beyond excited to interview Integrative Adult and Child psychiatrist Dr. Andrea Best, my colleague from UCLA Child Psychiatry fellowship!

We are both passionate about bridging science, spirituality and psychiatry.

We are reuniting after almost 20 years and have found that through our experience as mothers, doctors and healers we have been on a parallel path of spiritual growth and wisdom.

We both INSPIRE and EMPOWER and EDUCATE our patients to remember their inner power to BE their own healers.

We discussed the importance of AWARENESS, SELF LOVE and ALTRUISM in managing our Human Experience and times of going through our own personal crisis to our thrive moment to moment…..

Listen here:

Meet Dr. Best:

I am Dr. Andrea Best and I have been a practicing physician, treating children, adolescents, and adults for 24 years. I practiced general medicine and psychiatry in various medical groups in the past, then began my own private practice in 2005, that integrates Western and Eastern medicine/psychiatry approaches. I provide consultations in Integrative Medicine and Holistic Psychiatry for individuals, groups, and company executives around the country.

I am an advocate for the use of mindfulness, meditation, and nutrition to prevent and treat disease. I advocate for all health insurance plans to include to include comprehensive integrative medicine and wellness approaches. I advocate for all elementary schools to teach mindfulness, so students have the benefits early and prior to attending middle and high school when so much occurs. I advocate for and teach a model of integrative health, recognizing there is no separation of body systems, including the brain and no separation of the born worthy individual from a Benevolent Source.

I enjoy teaching and speaking about the various models to view HEALTH. I teach medical students, residents, parents, and international groups how to assess symptoms, how to determine a broad differential diagnosis list, and how to offer a broad array of Western and Eastern treatments.

In my evaluations I discuss alternatives to medication and ways to use the least amount of medication, for the shortest duration, when possible. There is no shame in taking medicine however the removal of shame and negativity is key. I teach how to feel complete and whole, which relates to FREEDOM in all areas, including one’s health.

Instagram: @drbestintegrative

SUMMER IS COMING….During a PANDEMIC!

Since the pandemic hit many of us have trouble knowing what day or time it is.

All the days have the feeling of the movie “Ground Hog Day.”

If you have not seen the movie it is essentially about the same day over and over again with slight variation.

Let’s face it ~ summer is going to be unique and challenging for all of US.

Unemployment rates are unprecedented.

Those that are fortunate to be employed are faced with adaptive working from home vs. outside of the home routine challenges.

Child care in a world of social distancing is not easy to come by depending on your quarantine crew comfort level and your family support system.

Most summer camps are closed for social distance challenges and we are all struggling to keep on track with our own unique wellness plans especially during this unimaginable time in history.

Deciding how to move forward from varying stay at home pandemic plans are unique to you and your loved ones health.

Remember it is not one size fits all.

Following a routine that includes daily exercise, good nutrition, regular sleep, recreation, laughter, creativity and mindful social distancing is key for a healthy and fun summer.

Tune in here:

 

 

My co-host, Cathleen O’Toole was kind enough to provide a tentative “Summer Schedule” that she will attempt at her home. I stress tentative as we all know how important it is to be ADAPTIVE and healthy!

xoxo

Dr. Denise