"IT'S OKAY TO FEEL"
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TAKEOVER EPISODE 2/8/21
Stress is Universal with Dr. Matthew Quinlan and Vivian Le
Welcome to the third Takeover Episode of It's Okay to Feel!
On this Takeover Episode of It’s Okay to Feel, Vivian Le & Dr. Matthew Quinlan discusses how stress is universal as we all deal with it day to day. From the broad spectrum of stress that we all experience to the importance of recognizing when you need help, you may find that you relate to some of the topics at hand. Our host and guest reminds us that with awareness we can better understand our triggers and stressors, thus improving our overall mental, physical, psychological and emotional wellness. Through education and awareness we can work together to decrease the stigma associated with mental health.
Our Takeover Host today is Vivian Le. She is a passionate mental health advocate and a high school student in Orange County. Vivian hopes to explore her studies within the medical field.
Our guest today is Dr. Matthew Quinlan, a Psychology professor at Coastline College in Orange County. Dr. Quinlan shares his expertise with stress and best practices in dealing with stress. With a degree in neuroscience he shares his knowledge on the effects stress can have on our brain and the impacts of both substance abuse and chronic stress.
This unique takeover episode is a feature of the NAMI-OC Media Masterclass which teaches teens and young adults the basics of podcasting and growing their social media presence. Takeover episodes feature Media Masterclass students who want to start their own podcast.
In this episode we talk about:
Stress is universal
Importance of asking for help and reaching out to loved ones and friends
Different responses to stress: physical, emotional, behavioral
Resources and tools for stress
Progress made in the psychological field and mental health awareness
Types of treatment for stress: insight, behavior, and biomedical therapies
And More!
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Disclaimers: It’s Okay To Feel is for informational/educational and/or entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
It’s Okay to Feel is Funded by the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA), Behavioral Health Services, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
