SportsPsychMDs SPMDs
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Join us for conversations about sports and mental health.
We are leading the movement to elevate mental health awareness in sports and improve mental health care for athletes.
“Lets end the stigma... and continue the conversation!”
Hosted by Sports Psychiatrists:
Armin Hoes, MD & Torey Troggio, MD
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Mixed Martial Arts with Mike Mahgerefteh, MD
Joined by special guest, psychiatrist and MMA enthusiast, Dr. Mike Mah, we sprawl into the world of MMA. We discuss the history and evolution of the sport from the days of no weight classes and bare knuckles to today's billion dollar UFC events featuring highly skilled athletes fighting on ABC. Along the way we highlight the many unique struggles mixed martial artists face in their pursuit of the belt (chief amongst them, a livable wage, cutting weight and managing being locked in a cage with another human that wants to knock your head off [or choke you unconscious]). We also touch on the coach-fighter relationship and the importance of effective communication (featuring UFC 278's Leon Edwards and his coach Dave Lovell).
Athletes Discussed: Royce Gracie, Ken Shamrock, Kamaru Edwards, Leon Edwards, Conor McGregor, Israel Adesanya, Jon Jones, George St. Pierre, Nick Diaz, Nate Diaz, Khamzat Chimaev, TJ Dillashaw, Luke Rockhold, Chael Sonnen, Vitor Belfort, Alistair Overeem
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Bonus Episode - NBA Playoff Predications 2022
We give our annual NBA playoff predictions as Dr. Hoes has to make adjustments to his preseason pick, the Los Angeles Lakers
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Episode 71 - How Mastering Awareness Makes You Great
We detail how awareness, specifically, self-awareness and situational awareness can help you become better at managing emotion and taking advantage of the moment. We use examples of some legendary athletes that have used this skill to their advantage or, conversely, have shown a lack of self-awareness that negatively impacted their team.
Athletes featured: Tom Brady, Lebron James, Ben Simmons, Tiger Woods
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Episode 70 - Moment of Mindfulness III: The Ongoing ‘Strive’ for Unity
We pivoted from our originally scheduled programming to discuss what was on our minds rounding out black history month. Highlighted by the Brian Flores' story we discussed how we as fans (and consumers) can impact social change by being more mindful on how we use our money and, more importantly, our attention.
Is it time to start investing more of our attention into businesses (sports teams included) that not only provide us the services we are looking for (entertainment), but businesses that also align with what we value? Sports franchises that push for equality and justice for all?
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Episode 69 - Fresh Starts: How to Take Advantage of Change
With the new year comes new beginnings. We discuss strategies to take advantage of any fresh start including setting goals, managing momentum (maintaining and swinging) and opening yourself up to honest communication. This is highlighted by the athletes below and their fresh or not so fresh starts.
Athletes Discussed: Demar DeRozan, Jordan Clarkson, Julius Randle, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Jimmy Butler, Ryan Tannehill, Drew Brees, Matthew Stafford, Le'Veon Bell, Antonio Brown
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Ep 68 - Neurodiversity in Sports: ADHD
In part 1 of our Neurodiversity series, we turn our focus to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We discuss the spectrum of ADHD, how it presents, and how we—as individuals, coaches, and as a society—can make our world a more welcoming place for all. We also highlight treatment options including stimulants, non-stimulants and therapy.
Athletes Discussed: Michael Phelps, Simone Biles, Chris Kaman, Justin Gaitlin, Kevin Lee
Studies Referenced:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/205525
https://www.additudemag.com/teen-pregnancy-rates-risk-adhd-girls/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4414493/
Customer Reviews
SportsPsychMenDudes
Not just thought provoking, but body provoking. I could listen to the voices of these two MenDudes even if they said gibberish, but Torey, gibberish is not a word in his excellent vocbaulary!
Innovative Ideas
New and refreshing take on the world of sports/athletes. Topics dig deeper for anyone who has experienced setbacks during and after a sports career. Helps bring unsettling topics to light that every athlete has faced at some point in their life - good stuff!
Let’s end the stigma!
It’s about time we had a conversation like this. Refreshing!