Show 077 - Leif Patch and Buzzies Technology Apps and Hardware

For those of you pining for a tech solution or can't get enough of a gadget fix I have two items that might get you circuits pulsing in a good way.






Resources Mentioned: 

Gothamist interview with Dr. Barbara Fisher about election anxiety and things you can do to re-center yourself in times of change. 

Lena Dunham being interviewed by various media publications about her anxiety and depression condition. She spoke with the The New Yorker, The Fix and Vogue Magazine.

Houston Chronicle article about loss of access to mental health services if the Affordable Health Act is repeals and not replaced.

There is a possibility that single payer healthcare is coming to California. SB 565 the Californians for a Healthy California Act has been introduced. 

The Los Angeles Times has a write-up about the first rumblings about the bill.
Leif Patch Breath Monitoring device. 

There are two official web sites The Touchpoint Solution and Buzzies. There is also a Buzzies YouTube Channel.

If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).


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Show 076 - Medication and Not Getting Jiggy With It

This episode is about how both over the counter and prescription medication can affect your sexual responses. If you are taking an over the counter medication for insomnia you might be removing your ability to perform the horizontal mambo.

So they say.




This is about awareness. Not pro or anti medication. If you want or need to take medication you have to be knowledgeable about the benefits and possible side effects of the drugs.

Resources Mentioned:

Anxiety Disorder Association of America - Fact and Statistics page.

Consumer Reports article on taking over the counter sleep medication long term.

MedLine Plus information sheet on Diphenhydramine which is found in sleep medication, cold and flu medication and other similar products.

Did James Bond have tremors due to the amount of alcohol consumed?  Maybe.

National Institute of Health page on Mental Health Medication

Musician Moby's four hour relaxation music experience.


If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).



Disclaimer: 


Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Show 075 Setting Boundaries

A little something for everybody, IBM Research is working on teaching an AI Bot to diagnose certain organic brain disorders in addition to mental health treatments. Also in the show, resources on how, when and where to setting boundaries with yourself and other people.

Special shout out to reducing your social media time. You don't need to sit in front of the funnel. Take a time out and do something in real space.







If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

References Mentioned:  

IBM Research 5x5 with the possibility that an AI will diagnose certain mental health conditions.

Choose Muse Meditation device http://www.choosemuse.com

Charlene Richard on the The Benefits of Setting Boundaries

The Art of Charm podcast special edition with Kimberly Seltzer on How to Set Boundaries

Quick and Dirty Tips on the Psych Side with Setting Healthy Boundaries 


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Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
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