The Mind On Mental Health Podcast explores a variety of mental health and substance use related topics in under thirty minutes. Topics such as how to utilize positive coping skills, manage triggers and how to change your thought process are discussed. Each podcast features interviews with therapists and psychiatrists from Penn Medicine - Princeton House Behavioral Health in Central New Jersey.
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In this episode, Dr. Susan Murray tackles some of the most persistent misconceptions about eating disorders head-on – and then we get into GLP-1 medications and what the rise in use means for this patient population. It's an honest, nuanced conversation about where the field is, where it's going, and what clinicians and patients need to know right now.
Anorexia nervosa isn't just a behavioral issue – it's a neurobiological one. In this episode, Dr. Susan Murray breaks down the neuroscience behind anorexia, why targeting the brain's role in the disorder leads to better treatment outcomes, and how Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders integrates neurobiological approaches into its eating disorder care. If you want to understand why…
In this episode, Dr. Susan Murray dives deep into the program philosophy driving care at Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders. We cover the treatment modalities they use, why giving patients autonomy over their own meal choices matters, and how exposure-based work fits into a comprehensive eating disorder treatment plan. It’s a must-listen for anyone involved in or curious about the…
What does it take to build a great eating disorder treatment program? In this episode, Dr. Susan Murray walks us through her clinical background, the philosophy behind effective curriculum design, and the treatment modalities that drive real outcomes at Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders for both inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient programs. Whether you're a clinician, a…
As GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy reshape conversations about weight and body image, what does this mean for those with eating disorders? Dr. Becca Boswell, PhD, tackles this timely topic head-on, discussing the treatment implications of GLP-1s for this population. She also explores how eating disorders present differently across genders and why a one-size-fits-all approach to treatment…
Recovery from an eating disorder is rarely a straight line. In this episode, Dr. Becca Boswell shares what the research says about outcomes for evidence-based eating disorder therapies. She also addresses a topic that doesn't get enough attention — how gastrointestinal discomfort and GI concerns can complicate treatment — and offers practical insight into how patients can stay motivated when the…
Food can feel overwhelming, frightening, or even unbearable for those struggling with eating disorders — but why? Dr. Rebecca Boswell, PhD, returns to explore the common thoughts and core beliefs that drive eating disorder behaviors. She also sheds light on ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), what makes it unique, and which evidence-based treatments are proving most effective in…
Rebecca Boswell, PhD, Administrative Director of Psychiatric Services at Penn Medicine Princeton Health and Director of Princeton Center for Eating Disorders, joins us to break down the eating disorder continuum — from disordered eating patterns to clinical diagnoses. In this episode, Dr. Boswell explains compensatory behaviors, what they look like, and why they matter. She also walks us through…
Dr. Kara Buda, Psychologist at Princeton Medical Center’s Cancer Center discusses how cancer can intensify patterns of sadness and depression, and offers strategies to rebuild momentum and emotional strength. She also sheds light on the difference between authentic hope and the pressure to “stay positive” during hardship. Watch this podcast on YouTube: Psycho-Oncology: Depression and the Tyranny…
How do we stay steady when life feels uncertain? Dr. Kara Buda, Psychologist from Princeton Medical Center’s Cancer Center explores the role of personal values in building resilience during the cancer journey and offers insight into coping with the unknown. Watch this podcast on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2wv7UONhefs?si=kbCDjOtNhLKSFjWf
“There is no right or wrong way to feel when you are diagnosed with cancer. You are not alone. There is support available and you are worthy of having that support.” Discover the powerful impact of psycho-oncology with Dr. Kara Buda, a psychologist at Penn Medicine Princeton Health Cancer Center’s Psychosocial Oncology Clinic. This eye-opening video reveals how emotional and psychological support…
