It is always surprising to me how confusing the mental health system is in our country. Many people suffer with depression, anxiety, substance use problems,
As we enter mid-January, many people are thinking about their New Year’s Resolutions. Some resolutions are going strong, some are waning, others may be already
By nature, we’re all creatures of habit, and it’s those habits that determine whether or not we’re effective people. Being effective means we’re successful in
What I’m reading… “Stories from the Shadows” by James J. O’Connell, M.D. Dr. O’Connell’s book documents his path as a physician to the homeless population
What I’m listening to… “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – A Counterintuitive Approach to Living Good Life” by Mark Manson. I have
In North Carolina, if someone wants to learn more about you, they will often ask “are you a beach person or a mountain person?”. I
In our last newsletter, I addressed the challenges of leadership for residents and early career psychiatrist in the “rush hour of life”. Thank you to
What I’m reading… “The Soul of an Octopus” by Sy Montgomery Did you know that an octopus has multiple “brains” in each of its 8
Today I’m reading…. “The Anatomy of Hope” by Dr. Jerome Groopman. What is hope and how does it relate to medicine? Dr. Groopman documents the
Are you a psychiatry resident? Working at your first or second job? Are you feeling the pressure of family planning and parental responsibilities? Are you