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First Line

212 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

First Line promotes health and wellness that holistically addresses the body, mind, and spirit. Topics include mental health, osteopathic medicine, women’s health, and medical education.

Created and hosted by Dr. Aubrey Ann Jackson, DO

Website and blog: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠

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Episodes

How to Prevent and Treat Tension and Migraine Headaches

January 23, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Episode 80. Learn about lifestyle modifications and medications used to prevent headaches and treat them. Notes about tension headaches:  Medications: Tylenol, Advil, Motrin, or Aspirin. Read the label and talk to your doctor first! Ask your doctor about prophylactic therapy (amitriptyline). Notes about migraine headaches: Medications: Tylenol, Advil, Motrin, Excedrin, Aspirin. Read the label and talk to your doctor first! Ask your doctor about triptans and prophylactic therapy like To...

Tension Headaches, Migraines, and Red Flags to Watch Out For

January 16, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Episode 79. Learn more about the two most common types of primary headaches (tension and migraine headaches) and red flags to watch out for that may mean a different cause of your headache. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email:...

Preparing for 4th Year of Medical School: Away Rotations

January 09, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Episode 78. Hear tips on preparing for 4th year, including selecting a specialty and planning away and audition rotations. Topics include sub-internships, VSLO/VSAS, Clinician Nexus, when to ask for letters of recommendation, and when you must decide on your specialty (and what to consider when making this decision). Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referr...

Psychology Everyone Should Know: Psychosocial Development

January 02, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Episode 77. Learn psychology that everyone should know, focusing on psychoanalytic theory and psychosocial development.  Topics covered in this episode: Sigmund Freud: The Preconscious, Conscious, and Unconscious Minds Psychoanalytic theory: the id, the super-ego, and the ego Carl Jung: personal unconscious and the collective unconscious Archetypes: the persona, the shadow, the anima/animus, and the self Jeffrey Young and Schema Therapy Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial developmen...

10 New Year's Resolution Ideas

December 26, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Episode 76. I share ten New Year's resolutions categories with examples in each category. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content on First Line is for educational and informational purposes only...

Choosing a Diet: Keto, Plant-Based, Mediterranean, and More

December 19, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Episode 75. Whether you want a new diet to follow to lose weight, manage a chronic condition, or just become healthier, there are so many choices of diets out there, and you are not alone if you feel overwhelmed. Is high fat or low fat the way to go? Are carbs good or bad? Should meat be the largest or smallest food group in my diet? I discuss the foundations of a "good diet" and what red flags to watch for. I then go through some common ones with a straightforward recommendation for ...

The Enneagram and the Holidays: Tips for Each Enneagram Type

December 12, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Episode 74. The holidays can be a stressful and emotional time of the year. The source of this stress and how we react to stress vary widely among individuals, but the Enneagram can explain some patterns. What role do you have during the holidays based on your Enneagram type? (Sneak peek: 2s are the gift givers!) What causes conflict (internal or external) during the holidays for each type? How does each of the Enneagram numbers respond to stress? How does growth apply during the holida...

Winter Upper Respiratory Infections: Flu and the Common Cold

December 05, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Episode 73. What are the symptoms of the flu? What are the symptoms of the common cold? How do I know which one I have? What should I do if I have the flu or the common cold? When should I see my doctor? What should I take over the counter? Over-the-counter medications mentioned in this episode: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain/fever Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) for pain/fever Oxymetazoline (nasal spray) for congestion Chlorpheniramine (allergy pill) for congestion Benzonatate (Tessalon p...

The Osteopathic Approach to Low Back Pain and Lumbar Strain

November 28, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Episode 72. Low back pain is the 2nd most common reason to see a doctor and the 2nd most common reason to take time off work. Doctors may prescribe pain medications like NSAIDs or muscle relaxants or refer you to a physical therapist. Osteopathic doctors have another tool they can use with osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), also known as osteopathic manipulative technique or osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).  Topics reviewed in this episode: Background on low back pain and lu...

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Treatment (OMM/OMT)

November 21, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

Episode 71. Topics from this episode include the following: What osteopathic medicine is and what a DO is (see episode 2) Philosophy and foundational principles of osteopathic medicine five models of osteopathic medicine: biomechanical, respiratory/circulatory, neurological, metabolic, and behavioral Importance of preventive medicine and risk factor mitigation The basis for osteopathic medicine (evidence-based medicine, anatomy, physiology, and palpatory skills) Somatic dysfunctions...

Healthy Defense Mechanisms and Coping Strategies

November 14, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Episode 70. The healthy defense mechanisms or mature defense mechanisms discussed include anticipation, humor, altruism, suppression, and sublimation. Coping strategies are skills that can be used to deal with life stressors. Adoptive coping focuses on responding in a constructive way while maladaptive coping focuses on short-term stress relief that may increase stress long-term (anger, drug use, "eating your feelings"). Adaptive coping can be problem-focused coping (targeting the underly...

Healthy Defense Mechanisms and Adaptive Coping Strategies

November 14, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Episode 70. The healthy (mature) defense mechanisms discussed include anticipation, humor, altruism, suppression, and sublimation. Coping strategies are skills used to deal with life stressors. Adaptive coping focuses on responding constructively, while maladaptive coping focuses on short-term stress relief that may increase stress long-term (anger, drug use, "eating your feelings"). Adaptive coping can be problem-focused coping (targeting the underlying cause), emotion-focused (responding ...

Neurotic Defense Mechanisms

November 07, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Episode 69. This episode covers the different types of neurotic defense mechanisms, ways that we unconsciously deal with stress and anxiety. Neurotic defenses are at a higher level than the unhealthy defense mechanisms I described in the previous episode, but there are also mature defense mechanisms that are at an even higher levels. The neurotic defense mechanisms include externalization, control, displacement, intellectualization, isolation of affect, rationalization, reaction formation, r...

Neurotic Defense Mechanisms: Repression, Control, and more

November 07, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Episode 69. Neurotic defenses are at a higher level than the unhealthy defense mechanisms I described in the previous episode, but mature defense mechanisms are at a higher level. The neurotic defense mechanisms include externalization, control, displacement, intellectualization, isolation of affect, rationalization, reaction formation, repression, dissociation, and inhibition. Anyone may have these defense mechanisms, but it is common in people with personality disorders or other mental hea...

Unhealthy Defense Mechanisms: Blocking, Splitting, and more

October 31, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Episode 68. I cover level 1 and level 2 defense mechanisms, the pathologic and the immature defense mechanisms, collectively referred to as the unhealthy defense mechanisms. Defense mechanisms are unconscious, so many people need therapy to affect their defense mechanisms. Defense mechanisms discussed include splitting, projection, denial, acting out, blocking, idealization, identification, passive aggression, undoing, regression, and fixation. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https:...

Unhealthy Defense Mechanisms

October 31, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Episode 68. This is the first episode of a series on defense mechanisms and coping strategies. To start off, this episode covers level 1 and level 2 defense mechanisms, the pathologic defense mechanisms and the immature defence mechanisms. Collectively, I refer to these as the unhealthy defense mechanisms. Just because you use one of these defense mechanisms does not mean that there is anything wrong with you; we have probably all used one or more of these at one time or another. What is imp...

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

October 24, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Episode 67. In this episode, I discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a mental health diagnosis characterized by obsessions, compulsions, or both. I cover what symptoms OCD is associated with, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. OCD is very different from OCPD, which is discussed in a different episode (season 1, episode 13). I also speak on some of the subtypes of OCD, including postpartum OCD, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), hoarding disorder, and trichotillomania (TTM).  Vi...

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Diagnosis and Treatment

October 24, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Episode 67. I discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a mental health diagnosis characterized by obsessions, compulsions, or both. I cover what symptoms OCD is associated with, diagnosis, and treatment. I also speak on some of the subtypes of OCD, including postpartum OCD, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), hoarding disorder, and trichotillomania (TTM). Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscripti...

The Annual Well Woman Exam and Cancer Prevention for Women

October 17, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Episode 66. I discuss topics important for women, including prevention and screening for cervical cancer (pap smear and HPV vaccines), breast cancer (mammography/mammogram), and osteoporosis. Learn what to expect when you go for a well-woman exam, specifically the physical exam portion (breast exam and pelvic exam). Note: I use the terms female and woman; however, the information applies to all individuals with breasts, a uterus, etc. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcas...

Well Woman Exam and Cancer Prevention

October 17, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MB

Episode 66. In this episode, I discuss topics that are important for women. This includes cervical cancer prevention and screening (pap smear and HPV vaccines), breast cancer prevention and screening (mammography/mammogram), osteoporosis prevention and screening, and other cancer screenings. I finish up the episodes talking about what to expect when you go for a well woman exam, specifically the physical exam portion (breast exam and pelvic exam).  Note: I use the terms female and woman in ...

Opioid Use Disorder: Complications, Diagnosis, and Treatment

October 10, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Episode 65. What is the difference between opioids and opiates? What types of substances are considered opioids? Are opioid pain medications addicting? What are the complications of opioid use? How is opioid use disorder treated (including with medications and other strategies)? Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firs...

Opioid Use Disorder

October 10, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Episode 65. In this episode, I discuss opioid use disorder, including a definition and how it is treated. What is the difference between opioids and opiates? What types of substances are considered opioids? Are opioid pain medications addicting? Why are the complications of opioid use? How is opioid use disorder treated (including with medications and other strategies)?  Visit First Line’s website where you can submit questions and feedback as well as view blog posts: https://poddcaststudio...

How Vaccines Work: Should I get the flu and COVID vaccines?

October 03, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Episode 64. What are vaccines, and how do they cause immunity? Learn about different types of vaccines, including inactivated (killed) vaccines, live attenuated vaccines, toxoid vaccines, mRNA vaccines, and vector (carrier) vaccines. I specifically discuss the importance of influenza (the flu) vaccines I also briefly discuss COVID vaccines and recommendations for a booster. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your ...

How do vaccines work?

October 03, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Episode 64. I start this episode with a life update. I am currently applying to residency programs, and interviews are starting soon! Looking forward to creating content soon to help future applicants.  The episode covers what vaccines are and how they cause immunity. I go into detail about different types of vaccines, including inactivated (killed) vaccines, live attenuated vaccines, toxoid vaccines, mRNA vaccines, and vector (carrier) vaccines. Then, I specifically discuss the important o...

Therapy: Psychoanalysis, DBT, Psychodynamic, Interpersonal

September 26, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Episode 63. Topics covered include psychoanalysis, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and interpersonal therapy. I also answer some commonly asked questions: What types of mental healthcare workers provide these types of therapy (counselors, therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists)? What is the difference between these types of providers? How do I find providers in my area? Can I select a provider based on my diagnosis or preferred psychotherapeutic m...

Types of Therapy: Psychoanalysis, DBT, Psychodynamic, and Interpersonal

September 26, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Episode 63. This episode is part two of a series on psychotherapy. The first episode covers CBT, group therapy, supportive therapy/counseling, and motivational interviewing. This episode covers psychoanalysis, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and interpersonal therapy. I also take a few minutes to answer some commonly asked questions: what types of mental healthcare workers provide these types of therapy (counselors, therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists)...

Types of Therapy: CBT, Counseling, and More

September 19, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MB

Episode 62. The word "therapy" is often thrown around but can be used to refer to a variety of different types of therapy. First of all, there is psychotherapy (which is probably what you think of first and is what this episode is about), but there are other types of "therapy" like physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, to name a few. When talking about psychotherapy, there isn't just one type either; there are many! This episode doesn't even cover all the types, but I a...

Therapy: Counseling, Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

September 19, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Episode 62. I talk about the most common types you are likely to encounter if you see a counselor, a therapist, a psychologist, or a psychiatrist. The following topics are covered: Supportive therapy (counseling)- best for depression, anxiety, and crises Cognitive therapy, behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)- best for depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related disorders, personality disord...

Thyroid Disorders (Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism)

September 12, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Episode 61. Learn more about the thyroid gland and what it does. I explain low thyroid hormone (underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism), including what it looks like and its causes. I also discuss the symptoms and causes of high thyroid (overactive thyroid or hyperthyroidism). How are these disorders treated? How can stress affect the thyroid gland? Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription ...

Depression During Pregnancy (Perinatal Depression)

September 05, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Episode 60. There are several medications available that are not associated with the risk of congenital anomalies, and the dangers of leaving depression untreated have a much more significant impact on the growing baby. Even if a woman does not want to start medication, there are other treatment options available that you can talk to your doctor about. I discuss risk factors for depression in pregnancy, barriers to care, the effects of depression on both the mother and baby, and the manageme...

Depression During Pregnancy

September 05, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Episode 60. There are a lot of misconceptions about depression during pregnancy. Is depression "normal" during pregnancy?... NO! A woman who is depressed during pregnancy should seek medical care. There are several medications available that are not associated with risk of congenital anomalies, and the risks  of leaving depression untreated has a much greater impact on the growing baby. Even if a woman does not want to be put on medication, there are other treatment options available that yo...

Diabetes: Lifestyle Changes, Treatment, and Management

August 29, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Episode 59. I focus most on diabetes mellitus type 2, speaking about the specific management and monitoring that patients do themselves (like checking fasting and postprandial glucose) and monitoring done by physicians (like monofilament testing). Lifestyle changes are vital to managing diabetes and reducing the impact of other comorbidities such as hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and renal disease. I cover many of the most common medications used in diabetes, including metfor...

Diabetes: Treatment and Management

August 29, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

Episode 59. In this sequel to my previous episode on diabetes, I focus most on diabetes mellitus type 2, speaking about the specific management and monitoring that patients do themselves (like checking fasting and postprandial glucose) and monitoring done by physicians (like monofilament testing). Lifestyle changes is super important in diabetes, as well as reducing impact of other comorbidities such as hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and renal disease. I cover many of the mos...

Diabetes: Physiology, Prevention, and Complications

August 22, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

Episode 58. I discuss the physiology of insulin in the body and what causes diabetes (type 1 and 2). Another topic covered is how complications of diabetes arise, such as neuropathy, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease. I also answer the following common questions: How is diabetes diagnosed? What are the risk factors of diabetes? How can I prevent diabetes? What is the management if I am diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://pod...

Diabetes: Physiology and Prevention

August 22, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Episode 58. In this episode focusing on diabetes mellitus (type 1 and type 2), I discuss the physiology of insulin in the body and how diabetes is caused. This episode also covers how complications of diabetes arise, such as neuropathy, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease. I also answer common questions that includes the following: how is diabetes diagnosed? What are the risk factors of diabetes? How can I prevent diabetes? How can diabetes be managed if I am diagnosed with prediabete...

COMLEX Level 2

August 15, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MB

Episode 57. The episode covers my personal experience taking COMLEX Level 2, starting out with a recording from right after taking the exam as well as a recording after my score was released with reflection on the experience. This episode includes tips for studying, what topics I wish I would've studied more, how to keep energy during the test day for 8 blocks of questions, and how to predict your score before taking the exam.  Visit First Line’s website where you can submit questions and f...

Tips for the COMLEX Level 2 Exam Based on my Own Experience

August 15, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Episode 57. The episode covers my experience taking COMLEX Level 2, with a recording from right after the exam and after my score release. I cover tips for studying, what topics I wish I would have looked at more, how to keep energy during the test day for eight blocks of questions, and how to predict your score before taking the exam. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https...

Tips for the USMLE Step 2 Exam Based on My Own Experience

August 08, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Episode 56. I discuss my initial thoughts right after taking the USMLE Step 2 and tips about studying and strategy on test day (what to incorporate into your routine leading up to test day, what to eat/drink on test day, how to approach biostatistics, how to pace yourself, when to take breaks and much more). Then I share my results compared to predictions from my practice tests. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off y...

USMLE Step 2

August 08, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Episode 56. This episode I discuss my initial thoughts right after taking the USMLE Step 2 and tips about studying and strategy on test day (what to incorporate into your routine leading up to test day, what to eat/drink on test day, how to approach biostatistics, how to pace yourself, when to take breaks, and much more). Then I share how I did compared to what my practice tests predicted. Visit First Line’s website where you can submit questions and feedback as well as view blog posts: htt...

Excelling in Medical School: Research, Extracurriculars, and Specialty Selection

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Episode 55. Now that Level 1 and Step 1 are scored pass/fail without a numerical score, other factors in students' residency applications are becoming much more important. Whether you want to match into a surgical subspecialty, primary care, or any other specialty, the following are going to be important to work on starting on day 1 in medical school: research experience, extracurricular involvement, and leadership. While going through medical school, you have to focus on your grades first a...

Med School: Research, Extracurriculars, Specialty Selection

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Episode 55. Now that Level 1 and Step 1 are scored pass/fail without a numerical score, other factors in students' residency applications are becoming much more significant. Think about the following starting on day 1: research experience, extracurricular involvement, and leadership. While going through medical school, you must focus on your grades first and foremost but also consider exploring different specialty options and know which one is right for you early enough to build a strong res...

Starting Medical School: How to Study Efficiently

July 25, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Episode 54. I cover frequently asked questions, including the following: "What is the most efficient way to study?" "Should I attend lectures if it is optional?" "What is Anki, and should I use it?" I also discuss what you can get out of textbooks, whether you should join a study group, what to get out of orientation, and how to take notes effectively. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscrip...

Clinical Rotations: Tips for Each Rotation

July 18, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Episode 53. This is part 6 of the clinical rotations mini-series. All parts can be listened to in any order, but I do recommend that you listen to all the episodes to succeed on clinical rotations! I recorded this series just weeks after completing all my core clerkships in my third year of medical school.  This episode goes into detail describing tips for each specific rotation: general surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN (obstetrics and gynecology), psychiatry, internal medicine, family medicine,...

Clinical Rotations: Tips for Each Clinical Rotation Block

July 18, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Episode 53. I recorded this series just weeks after completing all my core clerkships in my third year of medical school. Hear tips for each rotation: general surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN (obstetrics and gynecology), psychiatry, internal medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, and OMM. I talk about how to prepare for each rotation and some rotation-specific insight into preparing for the shelf/COMAT exams. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/fir...

Depressive Disorders

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Episode 52. There are many more types of depressive disorders than typical major depressive disorder (MDD) that was discussed in the previous episode. All of them have the potential to be serious and debilitating. This episodes covers subtypes of MDD like seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorder), atypical depression, substance-induced MDD, and MDD with psychotic features. Other depressive disorders talked about include persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia), minor depressive dis...

Depression: SAD, Dysthymia, Adjustment Disorder

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Episode 52. The subtypes of major depressive disorder (MDD) include seasonal affective disorder, atypical depression, substance-induced MDD, and MDD with psychotic features. Other depressive disorders covered include persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia), minor depressive disorder, postpartum depression, and adjustment disorder. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://...

Major Depressive Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

July 04, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Episode 51. I discuss what everyone needs to know about major depressive disorder (MDD), including risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment. Visit First Line’s website and blog: ⁠https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content on First Line i...

Major Depressive Disorder (Clinical Depression)

July 04, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Episode 51. In the first episode of Season 2, I am discussing what everyone needs to know about major depressive disorder (MDD) including risk factors, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. Visit First Line’s website where you can submit questions and feedback as well as view blog posts: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast This episode is sponsored by TrueLearn. For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/ ...

Season 2

July 03, 2022 10:00 - 42 seconds - 666 KB

Season 2 starts on July 4th 2022. In Season 2, First Line's host Aubrey Ann Jackson is in her fourth and final year of medical school. You can expect to see episodes covering important health and wellness topics with an even greater focus on mental health. A new episode is released every Monday (6 am ET). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/firstline/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/firstline/support

Season 2: Wellness, Mental Health, and Medical Education

July 03, 2022 10:00 - 42 seconds - 666 KB

Season 2 starts on July 4th, 2022. In Season 2, First Line's host Aubrey Ann Jackson is in her fourth and final year of medical school. You can expect to see episodes covering important health and wellness topics with an even greater focus on mental health. A new episode is released every Monday (6 am ET).