A psychologist answers common questions about mental health

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health Awareness

Can social media do more harm than good when it comes to understanding mental health? With social media becoming a popular source for learning about mental health, a troubling trend has emerged: the misuse of mental health terminology by people lacking proper understanding or expertise. This misuse can lead to misinformation, misinterpretation, and potential harm. Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and co-host Kaitlyn Heckel, a digital content specialist at Ochsner Health, as they take a closer look at the intersection of mental health awareness and the growing trend of self-diagnosis on social media. Please visit https://www.ochsner.org/hsom for resources, information, previous episodes and more.

A psychologist answers common questions about mental health

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and Kaitlyn Heckel, digital content specialist with Ochsner Health, as they address pressing questions from the community about mental health and offer valuable insights to improve your well-being. Stay connected with Ochsner Health on social media to stay tuned for upcoming episode releases! Please visit  https://www.ochsner.org/healthy-state-of-mind?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video for resources, information, previous episodes, and more. If you would like to schedule an appointment with a behavioral health specialist, please visit  https://www.ochsner.org/services/psychiatry-mental-health-services To learn more about your mental health, subscribe to our newsletter at  https://blog.ochsner.org/categories/mental-health

What really is a personality disorder?

Personality disorders are relatively common, affecting around 9%-13% of the global population. These conditions can have a significant impact on individuals and society. Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and Kaitlyn Heckel, digital content specialist with Ochsner Health, as they explore personality disorders. We delve into what personality disorders are, how to recognize the signs, and offer guidance on supporting people with these conditions. To learn more about "Healthy State of Mind," please visit https://www.ochsner.org/healthy-state-of-mind [https://www.ochsner.org/healthy-state-of-mind] If you would like to schedule an appointment with a behavioral health specialist, please visit  https://www.ochsner.org/services/psychiatry-mental-health-services [https://www.ochsner.org/services/psychiatry-mental-health-services] To learn more about your mental health, subscribe to our newsletter at  https://blog.ochsner.org/categories/mental-health [https://blog.ochsner.org/categories/mental-health]

What is trauma and have I experienced it?

Fourteen percent of adults in the United States reported that they experienced trauma during their childhood in 2022. Nearly 19 percent of adults in Louisiana reported they’ve experienced trauma. Do you know how to identify and understand trauma? Are you able to identify stress versus trauma? Sometimes we don’t even identify trauma until well after the event happened. Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and Kaitlyn Heckel, digital content specialist with Ochsner Health, as they discuss trauma, personal trauma, what happens when we have traumatic experiences, and where and how to move on from them.   To learn more about "Healthy State of Mind," please visit www.ochsner.org/hsom [http://www.ochsner.org/hsom]

Cancer Awareness

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, as she discusses how to support loved ones going through cancer treatment. We also welcome special guest Laura Finn, MD, to discuss cancer awareness and prevention. Dr. Finn is the Associate Program Director of the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program and Associate Program Director of the Bone Marrow Transplant at Ochsner Health. If you are interested in donating to Dr. Finn's fundraiser, visit https://pages.lls.org/voy/msla/nola23/lfinnd [https://pages.lls.org/voy/msla/nola23/lfinnd] For more resources, please visit ochsner.org/hsom