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APA's Medical Mind Podcast

APA’s Medical Mind Podcast covers the latest in psychiatric medicine and emerging trends in the field of mental health care. APA members and other health care professionals provide insight into the intersection between mind, brain and body. The Medical Mind is the home for all of APA’s podcast content, and features new series and as well as highlights from AJP Audio, Finding our Voice, Psychiatric Services from Pages to Practice, and more.

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July 17, 2025

Mental Health Pathfinders: Marcus Smith II on Athlete's Mental Health

In this episode of Mental Health Pathfinders, host Erin Connors sits down with former NFL first-round pick Marcus Smith II, whose powerful story of anxiety, depression, and recovery is helping reshape how athletes and the broader public view mental health. From battling silent struggles throughout his football career to launching his nonprofit, Circle of M, Marcus opens up about healing, vulnerability, and purpose. He shares how a life-threatening moment led to a new mission: creating space for others to unmask their pain and access real support. Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or advocate, this episode offers vital insights on how we can all be part of changing the culture around mental health.

July 14, 2025

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide Ep. 2: Asian Caucus

In this episode of Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide, Dr. Krysti Vo is joined by Dr. Poojajeet Khaira, a psychiatry resident and APA Foundation Leadership Fellow, for a powerful discussion on the rising suicide rates among Asian American youth.

July 10, 2025

Psychiatric News Special Report: Psychodynamic Approaches to Behavioral Change

In this Psychiatric News Special Report episode, host Dr. Adrian Preda speaks with Dr. Frederick Busch about how psychodynamic therapy can be adapted to address problematic behaviors directly and effectively. Traditionally seen as an insight-focused, long-term approach, psychodynamic therapy is increasingly being recognized for its potential to support behavioral change by exploring developmental history, unconscious motivations, emotional triggers, and transference dynamics. Dr. Busch outlines a structured, collaborative framework for behavioral change grounded in psychodynamic principles—offering a compelling alternative to more directive behavioral therapies. This conversation bridges the gap between classic psychoanalysis and modern clinical needs.

June 10, 2025

PsychNews Special Report: Validity in Psychiatric Diagnosis: Rethinking Mood Disorders

In this episode, Dr. Adrian Preda speaks with Dr. S. Nassir Ghaemi about the limitations of the DSM framework in diagnosing mood disorders and explores the case for returning to more valid, clinically grounded approaches. They discuss the historical context of manic-depressive illness, the role of mixed states and mood temperaments, and how reframing diagnoses can lead to more effective treatment.

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