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Balin A. Durr, MD

48 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings




Many people have questions about the mental health crisis affecting them and their families today and don't know where to turn. In this three-part series on addiction, depression and suicide, Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board certified psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple, insightful understanding of: · Causes of brain illness, including a pandemic and chronic stress· Risk factors and warning signs of mental illness· Holistic treatment options· Resources for treatment referrals and support Discover useful, straightforward solutions that empower you to create and sustain brain health. When you heal your mind, all things are possible!

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S3 E3 Pedal to Peace: Mental Healing Through Mindful Cycling

June 27, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 39.2 MB

In this episode of "Pedal to Peace: Mental Healing Through Mindful Cycling," we explore the powerful connection between cycling, mindfulness, and mental health.  My special guest, Michael Hosking, Ph.D., founder and CEO of Revocycle: Mind and Body Cycling, reveals how cycling can serve as a therapeutic practice, promoting mental well-being and emotional healing. Learn about the transformative benefits of combining mindfulness with cycling, gaining practical tips and techniques to enhance yo...

S3 E2 How You Speak to Yourself: The Power of Inner Dialogue

June 20, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 39 MB

Stacey Bulluck, the owner and founder of Power in Resilience, Life Coaching Agency, and author of 2 bestselling books, delves deep into the intricate world of self-talk and inner dialogue. ur thoughts shape our reality, and the way we communicate with ourselves can significantly impact our emotions, behaviors, and overall well-being. We uncover the importance of self-awareness and positive self-talk in achieving fulfillment and success. From techniques to challenge negative thoughts to the r...

S3 E1 Financial Healing: Overcoming Money Fears with Ken Honda

June 13, 2024 22:00 - 56 minutes - 40 MB

"Financial Healing: Overcoming Money Fears with Ken Honda," dives into the principles outlined in Ken Honda's renowned, international bestselling book, "Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money." This episode explores how past financial traumas and deep-seated fears can profoundly impact our current relationship with money.  Ken Honda, the “Zen Millionaire,” is a financial expert and author of his new novel, “True Wealth – 9 Lessons from a Grandfather on Happiness and A...

S3 E24 Passport to Possibilities: Unlock Your Identity & Hidden Potential | Dr. Terry Spain | Balin A. Durr, MD

June 06, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.9 MB

"Passport to Possibilities: Unlock Your Identity & Hidden Potential" invites viewers on a captivating journey of self-discovery through the transformative power of international exploration.  In this compelling conversation, Dr. Terry Spain (USN CPO, ret.), CEO of Terry Spain Consulting, LLC and author of “Hey! Young Man!” and “Just Lead” delves deep into the profound impact that embracing diverse cultures and experiences has on shaping individual identities and unleashing untapped potentia...

S2 E23 How to Grow Through, Not Woe Through Adversity | Dr. Michael Mantell | Balin A. Durr, MD

May 30, 2024 22:00 - 56 minutes - 39.6 MB

"How to Grow Through, Not Woe Through Adversity" offers a profound exploration into the transformative power of resilience in the face of life's challenges.  Through compelling insights and practical guidance, the episode illuminates the mindset shifts necessary to navigate adversity as a catalyst for personal growth and empowerment. By reframing difficulties as opportunities for learning and self-discovery, viewers are encouraged to embrace adversity as a pathway to resilience, strength, a...

S2 E22 Bridging Hope: Navigating the Challenges of Organ Donation | Jack Lynch | Balin A. Durr, MD

May 16, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

There are over 100,000 people on the waiting list for organ transplants in the U.S. This episode delves into the complex landscape of organ donation, exploring both the profound impact it has on saving lives and the hurdles faced in its implementation.  My special guest, Jack Lynch, Retired Senior Advisor to the Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network, discusses the essence of the struggles, triumphs, and ethical considerations surrounding the donation process, shedding light on the cr...

S1 E14 1 + 1 = Accountability in a Relationship | Portia Carney | Balin A. Durr, MD

May 09, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

There are two people in a relationship, and both people are responsible for what happens in it, for contributing to the experiences of it. But how often do we point the finger at each other, blaming the other one as though there’s only one person in the relationship?  “1 + 1 = Accountability in a Relationship” explores the fundamental equation of responsibility within partnerships. This episode delves into the dynamics of accountability, emphasizing the importance of mutual trust, communica...

S1 E13 The Man-Woman Differences that Cause Us to Be So Bad at Marriage! | Mikkal Harris | Balin A. Durr, MD

May 02, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry said, “Life has taught us that love does not consist of gazing at each other but in looking together in the same direction.” Yet… U.S. Divorce rates are:  • 40-50% for 1st marriages  • 60-67% for 2nd marriages   • 73% for 3rd marriages … with women requesting 70 - 80% of divorces! In this candid episode, we dive into the intricate dynamics of gender differences within marriage and relationships. While love may bring two individuals together, navigating the contras...

S2 E21 Empowering Leadership: Nurturing Growth Through Mentorship | Dr. James JC Cooley | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 25, 2024 22:00 - 58 minutes - 41.3 MB

It can be hard to achieve what you’ve never seen before. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of mentorship in cultivating effective leadership and fostering personal and professional growth.  My special guest, Dr. James “JC” Cooley, EdD, MPA, shares insights into the pivotal role mentors play empowering emerging leaders to believe in themselves, navigate and overcome challenges, harness their strengths, and unlock their full potential. Plus, we delve into: the qualities tha...

S2 E20 Alone in a Crowd: The Loneliness Epidemic & its Mental Health Toll | Portia Carney | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 18, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.8 MB

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared loneliness to be a pressing global health threat because of the harmful and potentially life-threatening effects upon our mental and physical health. Despite being more connected than ever through technology, many individuals find themselves trapped in a web of isolation, yearning for meaningful human connection. In this “Unapologetically Real” segment, my special guest, Portia Carney, MBA, has a candid, thought-provoking conversation about lonel...

S1 E12 Psychiatrist vs Prescribing Psychologist: What You Need to Know | Dr. Gretchen Boules | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 12, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Mental health remains a crisis in the U.S., and for those who want help, it can take months to get in to be seen by someone. So, what’s the alternative?  With my special guest, Dr. Gretchen Boules, PsyD, 1 of 19 licensed prescribing psychologist in the state of Illinois, discover: The differences between a Psychiatrist and a Psychologist Why only a tiny number of Psychologist called Prescribing Psychologist can prescribe medication What are the differences in education, training, and pat...

S2 E19 How a Servant’s Heart Can Propel Business Growth | Steve Ramona | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 11, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.5 MB

You can have a great product or service, and if no one knows about it, they can’t buy it. So, no one benefits. Are you just starting a business or do you have an established business but are struggling to promote and grow your business? My special guest, Steve Ramona, the host of the #1 small business podcast, “Doing Business with a Servant’s Heart” shares his wonderful insights and decades of experience to grow and build a successful business by building relationships, asking, “How can I h...

S1 E11 You are Always Successful! Bringing Spirituality to Entrepreneurship | Scott L. Steward | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 05, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

Spirituality tends to be compartmentalized from the rest of our lives. It’s something that’s often practiced on certain days at certain times, but isn’t the foundation from we create and do business. The struggle to integrate business and spirituality is common-place. A simple yet critical shift in mindset reveals why we are always successful, but it’s usually success at creating mess we don’t want.  Scott L. Steward, a Master Certified Teacher of Entrepreneurship, is an award-winning educa...

S2 E18 Get Unstuck from Your Parent’s Rejection, Abandonment or Abuse | Balin A. Durr, MD

April 04, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.7 MB

The pain of childhood wounds from a parent’s abandonment, neglect or abuse can linger into adulthood and be very challenging to overcome. If you’re finding it difficult to heal those childhood wounds and feel stuck, unhappy and that life is limited with few possibilities for you, join me, Dr. Balin A. Durr, MD, a Board-certified Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist with more than 20 years of experience, to learn how to heal your wounds, find your joy and happiness, and create the Life y...

S1 E10 How to Stop Being an Unhappy, People-Pleaser | Hilary Burns | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 29, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Sometimes we turn ourselves inside out to be who people want us to be because we’re afraid people won’t like us, may think we’re selfish, and may reject us. Feeling our feelings can be uncomfortable. So, we use food, substances or activities to numb our feelings. This costs us big time… including anger and frustration about our mediocre, unfulfilled life. Hilary Burns, a business person and the Creator and Host of, “Getting Real with Hilary Show” shares her journey of pretending to be a “pe...

S2 E17 Rhythms of Healing: Hadiya’s Musical Journey of Mental Wellness | Hadiya Ayodele | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 28, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.6 MB

Millions of people found the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic difficult to deal with. This was especially true for children, teens, and young adults; and sometimes, it resulted in depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.  My special guest, Hadiya, a 22-year-old recording artist, music producer, mental health advocate, musician, and CEO of Dollhouse Entertainment Media and Publishing, discusses her emotional odyssey captured in her latest album, "My Space." Each track encapsulates a cha...

S2 E16 Trust Your Body’s Wisdom to Heal Yourself | Sandi Gold | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 21, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.4 MB

Imagine being told by 5 neurologists that you were going to die from a brain tumor in 6-12 months, and there was nothing they could do to help you. Faced with this shocking, devastating diagnosis at 33-years old, my special guest, Sandi Gold, was racked by fear; but in the next moment, she was enveloped by “this incredible love” energy coming from her art work. At that moment, she chose love over fear, chose love energy to guide her healing and lead her to health practitioners that listened ...

S2 E15 Unlock the Healing Power of Energy Medicine | Dr. Leonard G. Horowitz | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 14, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.8 MB

If you’re sick and aren’t finding help or healing from traditional medical approaches, then discover the cutting-edge healing potential of energy medicine and the 528 Hz frequency, also known as the love frequency and the healing frequency.  My special guest, Leonard G. Horowitz, DMD, MA, MPH, a best-selling, award-winning author and filmmaker discusses energy medicine and the 528 Hz frequency—what it is, where’s it’s found, how it works, and how to tap into it to create and sustain health,...

S1 E9 Unapologetically Real: The Important Benefits of Healing | Portia Carney | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 08, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Healing can be challenging, but it’s oh so necessary to live a happy, fulfilled life. My special guest, Portia Carney, MBA, entrepreneur, and veteran appears on the reoccurring segment, Unapologetically Real for a down-to-earth, candid, fun conversation about taking responsibility to do her healing work so that no trigger prospers, unfolding versus becoming, discovering self-love and self-acceptance, and improving her relationships with compassion and deep listening. “When you heal your min...

S2 E14 How Meditation & Mindfulness Counteract Racism’s Life-Threatening Health Effects | Dr Lamarr Darnell Shields | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 07, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

Racism has a profound negative impact upon our mental and physical health. It affects children and adults, leading to illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, and an increased the risk of cancer.  With my special guest, LaMarr Darnell Shields, PhD, the Founder and Senior Director of Education and Innovation at the Cambio Group, and former professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Education, we discuss: > racism’s harmful impact upon children’s development and mental health,  > how racis...

S1 E8 Unlock Black Men’s Healing Power in Safe Community Spaces | Dr. Obari Cartman | Balin A. Durr, MD

March 01, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Typically, men don’t want help for mental health problems due to stigma; and for those who want help, it can take months to get in to be seen by someone. So, what are they supposed to do in the meantime?  With my special guest, Dr. Obari Cartman, PhD, a psychologist and author, we discuss: taking therapy to black men where they are in the community transforming their familiar, safe spaces to healing spaces that engage them more deeply, facilitate their healing, and connect them with other...

S2 E13 Divorce Doesn’t Have to Suck | Cherice N. Carter | Balin A. Durr, MD

February 29, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MB

The divorce rate in the U.S. is still greater than 50% for first marriages and greater than 70% for third marriages. While divorce is painful and may bring up feelings of loss and grief for some, it’s a train wreck for others! My special guest, Cherice N. Carter, CDC aka the Divorce Coach, discusses approaches and tools to navigate this oftentimes difficult process in a way that leaves everyone feeling as safe and whole as possible. So, while you might not get through divorce unscathed, div...

S1 E7 Your Human Network is a Function of Your Net Worth | Frank Goss III

February 23, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

It’s tough to win the game when you don’t know what the game is or what the rules are. You can succeed despite barriers and setbacks when you know the rules and have the right mindset and tools.  My special guest, Frank Goss III, an entrepreneur, executive producer of the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Festival, award-winning documentary director, and former international banker discusses evolving expressions of your Infinite Potential, refusing to give up even in the face of adversity and f...

S2 E12 Power over Pain: An Empowering Black History Narrative | Dr. Obari Cartman | Balin A. Durr, MD

February 22, 2024 23:00 - 58 minutes - 41.1 MB

The history of African-Americans is complex, nuanced, rich and full—one of courage, strength, and resilience side by side an ugly, painful history of a proud, diverse people’s unyielding struggle for liberation against the yoke of inhumanity. Our resistance and refusal to submit to oppression beckon us to embrace black history as a journey of power over pain. Dr. Obari Cartman, a psychologist and author, discusses the importance of which black history narrative we tell, the perspective from...

S1 E6 The Art of Degriefing Part 2 | Dr. Lyn Prashant

February 16, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Loss is a part of the human condition, and grief can occur around any kind of loss, not just the loss of a loved one. So, why do we have so much difficulty accepting death, even when we know it’s expected from an existing illness, even though we know everyone dies. Why are so many stuck in grief?  Lyn Prashant, PhD is CEO and Founder of Integrative Grief Therapy. In the Art of Degriefing Part 2, Dr. Prashant and I discuss non-death losses and approaches to transform your grief and get unstu...

S2 E11 The Spiraling Crisis of African-American Male Teachers and Students | Dr Lamarr Darnell Shields | Balin A. Durr, MD

February 15, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes - 40.1 MB

There is a spiraling crisis of African-American male teachers and students in this country. African-American boys and young men are suspended and expelled at much higher rates than their peers of other races, and up to 50% of children expelled from preschool are African-American boys, even though they’re only 20% of the students.  My special guest, Lamarr Darnell Shields, PhD, the Founder and Senior Director of Education and Innovation at the Cambio Group, and former professor at the Johns ...

S1 E5 The Art of Degriefing Part 1 | Dr. Lyn Prashant

February 09, 2024 20:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

So many of us have suffered all kinds of loss (i.e. loved ones, relationships, jobs, money, homes, innocence) throughout our lives, some of which knocked us on our butts!  Lyn Prashant, PhD is CEO and Founder of Integrative Grief Therapy. In the Art of Degriefing Part 1, Dr. Prashant and I discuss grief and reframing it to aid your healing. According to Dr. Prashant, "Love is not the reason we grieve... IT'S ATTACHMENT. We don’t get over loss. We change our relationship to it." Learn:  • H...

S2 E10 Your Story Matters! Storytelling Reveals Our Shared Humanity | John W. Fountain | Balin A. Durr, MD

February 08, 2024 23:00 - 58 minutes - 41.2 MB

Each and every one of us want to matter! We want to be seen for who we truly are, and we want to be heard. When we feel invisible, it’s painful! We tell our stories in an effort to be understood, to be valued, to know that we matter. We tell the story of our loved ones and the society for the same reasons and to leave a legacy of our values, standards, accomplishments, hope, and resiliency for the inevitable hard times and losses. Storytelling enables us to see ourselves in each other. Throu...

S1 E4 Health Transformation with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine | Ellie Pickering

February 02, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Illness occurs when the body is out of balance. This can show up in a whole host of ways such as pain, gut problems, headaches, infertility or an impaired immune system. Traditional Chinee Medicine including acupuncture is a holistic, alternative healthcare approach that’s been around for at least 5000 years and is used by a variety of people including top, elite athletes for a variety of health problems including addictions and sports injuries. My guest, Ellie Pickering, is a Board certifi...

S2 E9 The Emergency Tool Box for Transformative Self-Care, Drs. Bridgette & Mawusi Arnett

February 01, 2024 23:00 - 55 minutes - 39.2 MB

Many people value taking care of their loved ones but see taking care of themselves as selfish or a luxury they don’t have time for. But how do you take care of someone else if you’re sick or struggling? You can’t give what you don’t have.    My guests, Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD., Board certified in Neurology, Neurophysiology and Sleep Medicine; and Mawusi Arnett, MD, MPH, Board certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, discuss the emotional, mental, and physical barriers to optim...

S2 E9 The Emergency Tool Box for Transformative Self-Care | Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD | Mawusi Arnett, MD, MPH

February 01, 2024 23:00 - 55 minutes - 39.2 MB

Many people value taking care of their loved ones but see taking care of themselves as selfish or a luxury they don’t have time for. But how do you take care of someone else if you’re sick or struggling? You can’t give what you don’t have.    My guests, Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD., Board certified in Neurology, Neurophysiology and Sleep Medicine; and Mawusi Arnett, MD, MPH, Board certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, discuss the emotional, mental, and physical barriers to optim...

S1 E3 Fatherhood and Storytelling’s Antidote to Invisibility | John W. Fountain

January 27, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

John W. Fountain, an award-winning columnist, journalist, full tenured professor of journalism, publisher and author of five books including “True Vine: A Young Black Man’s Journey of Faith, Hope and Clarity;” and “Dear Dad: Reflections on Fatherhood” discusses the importance of fatherhood, exploring our family’s history to reframe our experience of absent fathers and facilitate our healing, winning the 2021 – 2022 Fulbright Scholarship and subsequent trip to Ghana to teach and do research, ...

S2 E8 Freedom from Conformity and a Mediocre Life Part 2 | Myra Solomon | Balin A. Durr, MD

January 25, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes - 40 MB

Many people are living unhappy lives conforming to the expectations of others in order to be liked and accepted, but at the expense of not pursuing their dreams and living life the way they choose. This costs you big time… plus your anger and frustration about your mediocre, unfulfilled life! Discover more keys to: (1) self-discovery; (2) freedom from conformity and seeking approval and acceptance; (3) living an authentic, meaningful life; and (4) self-forgiveness and unconditional love as p...

S1 E2 A Doula Can Provide Life-Saving Support to Moms and Babies | Dr. Dona Perry

January 19, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

The U.S. ranks the worst in maternal care and mortality rates compared to 10 other developed nations, despite spending the largest percentage on health care of all wealthy nations. Worse yet, two-thirds of the 700 pregnancy-related deaths that occur every year are preventable.  Dr. Dona Perry, a Board-certified OB/GYN and Medical Director of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, discusses the importance of support during pregnancy and postpartum care, communicating after pregnancy with someon...

S1 E2 How a Doula improves the health of moms and babies during and after pregnancy | Dr. Dona Perry

January 19, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

Dr. Perry is a board-certified OB/GYN with more than 30 years of experience, including 16 years working her own private practice, in Chicago. Dr. Perry obtained her Doctor of Medicine from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University. She has served as Medical Director for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, since 2016.  In line with her passion for teaching, Dr. Perry held a faculty appointment at the University of Illinois Schoo...

S2 E7 Freedom From Conformity and a Mediocre Life Part 1 | Myra Solomon | Balin A. Durr, MD

January 18, 2024 23:00 - 59 minutes - 41.4 MB

Many people long for a wonderful life, but are stuck living lives according to other people’s expectations that meet their needs at your expense. Now you’re stuck and unhappy, living a life you don’t want! How do you stop conforming to other people’s expectations and doing what they want you to do? How do you live the life you want to live, that’s meaningful for you?  Learn:  •What is your Source of identity and possibilities?  •The societal framework that says you’re inadequate and keeps y...

S2 E6 The Protective Illusion of the Black Superwoman Complex Part 2 | Dr. Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD | Mawus Arnett, MD, MPH | Balin A. Durr, MD

January 11, 2024 23:00 - 56 minutes - 39.7 MB

Many women strive for excellence every day for themselves and their families. The strong black woman, also called the black superwoman complex, is a strong, resilient, African-American woman, who strives for excellence in all areas of her life to prove she isn’t inferior or inadequate and that she's deserving of the same equal opportunities and access to meaningful resources and success as her white male counterparts. The sacrifice for her super achievements is the denial of her own pain and...

S1 E1 Unapologetically Real: How Do We Come to Know Ourselves | Portia Carney | Balin A. Durr, MD

January 08, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

In the absence of knowing ourselves, we end up with lives that we don't always want and don't know how we got there. So how do we come to know ourselves? Join me and my special guest, Portia Carney, for a down-to-earth, candid, fun conversation about discovering who you are, taking responsibility for creating your experiences, and the benefits of feminine energy. She has an MBA, is a manager for a major financial institution, and is a veteran who appears on the reoccuring segment, "Unapolog...

S2 E5 The Protective Illusion of the Black Superwoman Complex Part 1 | Dr. Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD | Mawusi Arnett, MD, MPH | Balin A. Durr, MD

January 04, 2024 23:00 - 56 minutes - 39.7 MB

The strong black woman, also called the black superwoman complex, is a strong, resilient, African-American woman, who strives for excellence in all areas of her life, driven in part by an effort to be seen as equal in a society that sees little value in her and believes she's undeserving of access to meaningful resources and success. The sacrifice for her super achievements is the denial of her own pain and needs.   Bridgette Arnett, MD, PhD. and Mawusi Arnett, MD, MPH discuss the origins, s...

S2 E4 How Veteran Employment is Set-Up to Fail | William Toti | Balin A. Durr, MD

December 30, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Veterans are at increased risk of committing suicide within the first year of leaving active duty and suffering job loss within 2 years after becoming a civilian. This is in direct contrast to the expectations of both veterans and employers, who expect great workplace success but are often mistaken and disappointed. Why are veterans more likely to fail in the civilian workplace the more successful they are in the military? What active duty supports and resources are lacking in civilian life?...

S2 E3 Solving the ADHD Riddle | Part 2 | Dr. Connie McReynolds | Balin A. Durr, MD

December 21, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 39.3 MB

If your child struggles with attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or other symptoms of ADHD, it can be challenging to know how to help them. These symptoms along with increasing meltdowns and defiance, disorganization, incomplete tasks, forgetfulness, and having a hard time at school are a signal that something is wrong and it may or may not be ADHD.  Dr. Connie McReynolds, a Licensed Psychologist & Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, discusses her new book, Solving the ADHD Riddle: The R...

S2 E2 Solving the ADHD Riddle | Part 1 | Dr. Connie McReynolds | Balin A. Durr, MD

December 21, 2023 14:00 - 55 minutes - 39.2 MB

If your child struggles with attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or other symptoms of ADHD, it can be challenging to know how to help them. These symptoms along with increasing meltdowns and defiance, disorganization, incomplete tasks, forgetfulness, and having a hard time at school are a signal that something is wrong and it may or may not be ADHD.  Dr. Connie McReynolds, a Licensed Psychologist & Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, discusses her new book, Solving the ADHD Riddle: The R...

S2 E1 The Courage to Be Extraordinary | Ken D Foster | Balin A. Durr, MD

December 21, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 41.3 MB

If you have breath, you have a purpose! But many people are running through this Life scared. Scared they aren’t good enough. Scared they’ll never have the life they dream of. Scared of the uncertainty that comes with change. Ken D Foster, my guest and President of the Courage Network, discusses the courage to be extraordinary! Website: balinadurrmd.com #balinadurrmd #DDLSS #DrDurrsLivingInTheSweetSpot #livinginthesweetspot #kendfoster #courage #extraordinary #spirituality #mentalhealth #m...

Today's Mental Health: Suicide

August 09, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Suicide is a public health crisis in the U.S. The suicide rate is twice the homicide rate and increased by 30% from 1999 to 2016. Many people have questions about this crisis affecting them and their families today and don't know where to turn. In part three of the series, Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board Certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple insights. Learn:   How to identify the risk factors and warning signs of suicide  How to offer support to your loved one...

Today's Mental Health: Addiction

August 09, 2020 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

Opioid addiction is a crisis in the U.S.! Millions suffer from addiction and accidental death from overdose every year, but they don't know where to turn for answers to their questions about the crisis affecting them and their families. In part one of the series, Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board Certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple, insights into addiction. Learn:  Some of the signs and symptoms of addiction How addiction hijacks the brain’s survival mechanism...

Today's Mental Health: Addiction

August 09, 2020 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

Opioid addiction is a crisis in the U.S.! Millions suffer from addiction and accidental death from overdose every year, but they don't know where to turn for answers to their questions about the crisis affecting them and their families. In part one of the series, Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board Certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple, insights into addiction. Learn:  Some of the signs and symptoms of addiction How addiction hijacks the brain’s survival mechanism...

Today's Mental Health: Depression

August 09, 2020 21:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Millions suffer from depression and go untreated every year. In part two of the series,  Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board certified psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple insights on depression.  Learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of depression Learn how to offer support to your loved ones Discover a variety of holistic treatment options and treatment resources  Learn about the effects of a pandemic on brain health Discover useful, straightforward solutions t...

Today's Mental Health: Suicide

August 09, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Suicide is a public health crisis in the U.S. The suicide rate is twice the homicide rate and increased by 30% from 1999 to 2016. Many people have questions about this crisis affecting them and their families today and don't know where to turn. In part three of the series, Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board Certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, offers clear, simple insights. Learn:   How to identify the risk factors and warning signs of suicide  How to offer support to your loved one...

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