This episode covers the elusive concept of sleep and the dream state. Sleep hygiene, sleep disorders, and the dream state are all covered by Psychiatrist Mark Westfall. Learn about the current state of Dream Interpretation in Psychiatry. What is the longest time anyone has ever been without sleep? What happens with chronic low levels of sleep deprivation?
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Come explore the misunderstood world of eating disorders. Eating disorder specialists Amber Parris and Caroline Nichols join Dr.Westfall and Will Lochamy. The underlying disorder has more to do with self image, using the body to cope with distress, anxiety, and not feeling in control. Listen to our conversation that spans diagnosis and treatment of a silent but fairly common set of disorders.
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The beginnings of ADHD diagnosis and treatment date back to the early 1900s. The knowledge journey has come very far since that time. Todays approach to managing the symptoms is complicated by the changes in today’s school setting, society, and the increased demand for attention in general. Come and learn the basics with Dr. Westfall as the guest on Oh Brother Radio with The Lochamy Brothers.
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Psychiatrist Mark Westfall and Radio host Will Lochamy discuss the difficult topic of suicide. They are joined by guest Abby Litovsky from the Crisis Center in Birmingham AL. They will discuss the thought process of someone with suicidal thinking and the ways in which you can get help or help someone else. This is a must listen to help in the education of suicide. Awareness is the first step to prevention so come and listen to begin or further your knowledge. Share with friends and colleagues.
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Dr. Westfall and the Lochamy Brothers discuss the condition of Dissociative Identity Disorder (previously known as Multiple Personality Disorder). What a fascinating adaptation the brain employs when put under extreme duress at a young age. A Psychiatric diagnosis that has been the source for countless Hollywood Films. Come, listen to the discussion and leave knowing more about this intriguing condition of the mind/body.
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How does one person weave love, loss, drugs, crime, prison, art, and spirituality into one lifetime. Listen as we tour Wayne Carter’s life experience. He is currently an artist in Birmingham Alabama. The art you don’t see is having gotten through his life of harsh times, yet crafting a meaningful spiritual attitude. Analogous to the heat and pressure that can turn carbon into diamonds, the forces involved in human suffering can turn the human experience into a brilliant spiritual one. Dr.Westfall and the Lochamy Brothers were fortunate to cross paths with Wayne Carter and wanted to share this experience with others.
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Ok so this is one of the most difficult topics to begin a conversation about. No easy way to say it. Nobody wants to talk about Pedophilia. But do you not wonder how someone like Larry Nassar becomes the perpetrator he became? If we put our head in the sand then it will definitely continue to occur. There has been a fair amount of research on pedophiles and into the beginnings of this disorder. We begin a difficult conversation on Pedophilia and what you can do about it. Listen to a fascinating discussion between Psychiatrist Mark Westfall, the Lochamy brothers and “possible intern Sara Jane”. This topic is more approachable than you might think. You can’t make a difference if you don’t educate yourself! Give it a listen and you’ll be surprised how it broadens your understanding (while simultaneously stirring up more questions).
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Trouble navigating the stressors of the Holidays? Join us for a laid back discussion of some stress causes and stress coping tools. Dr. Westfall joins brothers Will and Reed Lochamy on their weekly radio show along with “Possible Intern Sara Jane”. Navigate family gatherings of different political leanings. Find your stress triggers around the Holidays. Learn to set boundaries so your Holiday experience is what You want it to be. Come on Grinch, let Cindy Lou Hoo in your heart.
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Want to learn a magic trick? Guest Kevin Spencer is all about sharing the secrets of magic to help the healing process. He is a world renowned illusionist that gives back to humanity by teaching magic to patients. The performance of the magic trick actually helps the patient heal. We are also joined by Kimberly Kirklin, Director of the Arts in Medicine program. This program is a joint effort by UAB and the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center. Hear how Kimberly and Kevin are reshaping the future of medical care. The traditional treatment experience is transformed into a creative journey, thus morphing the western scientific approach into a more human experience. Are outcomes better? You bet! My co-host Haley Ingrum completes the line-up, and has a new career of her own that parallels these efforts. If you have ever been a part of the medical setting as a provider or a patient, you won’t want to miss this discussion.
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Erin Georgia joins Psychiatrist, Mark Westfall, and The Lochamy Brothers for a follow up on how she is progressing. Erin lost her son to teen suicide at the age of 13. We heard her story in June of 2017, 2 weeks after losing her son. All who listened then were moved by her strength and her spirit. We wanted to check in on her, and she was gracious enough to share her progress with a listening audience on The Oh Brother Radio show on October 12th. This is a recording of that live radio show.
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