Mind Dive The Menninger Clinic

Ever wondered how a simple conversation about the Chicago weather can lead to profound insights into the human psyche? Dr. Sean Woodstein, a beacon of knowledge in the fields of psychiatry and education, joins us for an invigorating exploration of the oft-overlooked art of mentorship. As we traverse topics from the impact of climate on our moods to the serendipitous paths of our careers, Dr. Woodstein, with his rich background at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Jesse Brown VA Medica...

Embark on a mesmerizing exploration of the human psyche with Dr. Carla Sharp, who guides us through the labyrinth of personality disorders with the precision of a master clinician and the insight of a top-tier researcher. As we traverse the landscape of developmental psychopathology, Dr. Sharp shares her pioneering work on early intervention and the dynamic nature of personality disorders, challenging the traditional categorical approach. Her expertise shines as we dissect the alternative mod...

Dr. Jay Shore, a pioneer in telepsychiatry, offers an in-depth perspective on the journey from the early days of telehealth to the present and where he sees it going with new technology such as AI. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for and adaptability of telehealth services, pushing the boundaries of traditional psychiatric care and redefining what patient/clinician relationships look like in the 21st century. For Dr. Shore, telehealth began as a response to the need for mental heal...

Embark on an eye-opening journey with Dr. Gene Buresin, the vanguard of child and adolescent psychiatry, as we traverse the landscape of youth stress and resilience. With a career that has reshaped mental health perspectives over the past forty years, Dr. Buresin candidly recounts his initial hesitations about medical school, his chance retention by a dean, and the path that led him to pediatrics and ultimately psychiatry. His narrative comes alive with tales of inspiration from the field's t...

Multicultural competence in psychiatry is more than just a buzzword; it is a crucial aspect of patient care that acknowledges the diverse tapestry of human experiences. On this episode of The Menninger Clinic’s Mind Dive Podcast, Dr. Francis Lu shares an enlightening perspective on the intricacies of cultural considerations in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment as well as the five-part framework of Cultural Formulation from the DSM-IV and its refined application in the DSM-V, which now inclu...

Dr. Iqbal “Ike” Ahmed joins the Mind Dive podcast this week to explore the profound complexities of mental health as people age. The journey begins with Dr. Ahmed's early life in India and his extended family who served as the bedrock for his lifelong dedication to understanding and aiding the elderly mind. In this Mind Dive edition, Dr. Ahmed navigates the ever-shifting definition of the word 'geriatric,' as well as demonstrating how the perception of aging adapts with the passing of t...