# schizophrenia — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover schizophrenia. Page: Feed: --- ## [PSYCH 096: The Clinical Epidemiology of Psychosis Spectrum Disorder](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-096-the-clinical-epidemiology) _2026-08-19 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Psychosis rarely appears from nowhere. It emerges from a long and changing conversation between vulnerability, development, adversity, and the environments through which a person travels. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211361072/31a1537e6396c9e52f86054ced89e93f.mp3) ## [Top Schizophrenia Myths Debunked](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-top-schizophrenia-myths-debunked/) _2026-08-19 · Inside Schizophrenia_ There are many myths that surround people with a schizophrenia diagnosis. Some examples of these myths are that people with schizophrenia have multiple personalities, that those with schizophrenia are dangerous and need to be hospitalized permanently, or that schizophrenia is caused by childhood abuse. None of these are true. Schizophrenia spectrum disorder is one of the most misunderstood mental… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE5592956236.mp3) ## [PSYCH 095: Genetics of Schizophrenia](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-095-genetics-of-schizophrenia) _2026-08-18 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Schizophrenia is one of the most heritable psychiatric disorders, yet no single "schizophrenia gene" exists. Instead, hundreds of genetic variants interact with development and environment to shape vu [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211360309/ccb203084470757729517d4079ae210f.mp3) ## [PSYCH 094: Global Burden of Schizophrenia](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-094-global-burden-of-schizophrenia) _2026-08-17 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Schizophrenia affects relatively few people compared with many other illnesses, yet its lifelong disability, premature mortality, and social consequences make it one of humanity's greatest mental heal [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211360190/8abb3dbda2abe6b1c73d00443b90687e.mp3) ## [PSYCH 093: Phenomenology of Schizophrenia](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-093-phenomenology-of-schizophrenia) _2026-08-16 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Schizophrenia cannot yet be diagnosed by a scan, gene, or blood test. Its clues still live in the person’s experience, behaviour, language, and changing relationship with reality. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211359978/1e7f9d1518bde05e216f2621d44e0891.mp3) ## [PSYCH 092: Schizophrenia](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-092-schizophrenia) _2026-08-15 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ When perception detaches from reality, thought fragments, memory falters, and identity itself becomes uncertain. This is the story of schizophrenia-the most enigmatic of psychiatric disorders and one [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211358608/ef773dce6bee1c8a9d21497283c865a7.mp3) ## [Awakenings of a Different Kind](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/awakenings-of-a-different-kind) _2026-08-15 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ How response heterogeneity may be a window into precision psychiatry ## [PSYCH 091: Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid-Related Disorders](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-091-anabolic-androgenic-steroid) _2026-08-14 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Sometimes the strongest muscles conceal the most vulnerable mind. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210316913/435c3ce2c4e8feb9680547298e99cd80.mp3) ## [PSYCH 090: Sedative-, Hypnotic-, or Anxiolytic-Related Disorders](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-090-sedative-hypnotic-or-anxiolytic) _2026-08-13 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ The most dangerous dependence is often the one that begins with a legitimate prescription. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210316801/795faff33a18da820da57248d1b2f715.mp3) ## [PSYCH 089: Opioid Use and Related Disorders: From Neuroscience to Treatment](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-089-opioid-use-and-related) _2026-08-12 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Opioids begin by relieving pain, but in vulnerable brains they can quietly become the organising principle of life. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210316633/7cf150fb4e6106947ac89af6224a898b.mp3) ## [AI QA That Opens Fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FtYOkIRHTbK3) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Runs browser QA, files issues with repro evidence, and opens fix PRs. ## [PSYCH 088: Tobacco-Related Disorders](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-088-tobacco-related-disorders) _2026-08-11 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ The world's deadliest addictive substance is not hidden in the shadows. It has always stood in plain sight. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210316450/9a48acd33eef5b8265d97e967cbdf28b.mp3) ## [PSYCH 087: Inhalant-Related Disorders](https://drmanaankarray.substack.com/p/psych-087-inhalant-related-disorders) _2026-08-10 · Dr Manaan Kar Ray · Medlock Holmes_ Some substances hide in plain sight, not behind locked doors, but under kitchen sinks, in garages, classrooms, and bedrooms. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210315604/d3af499c6032b895d091ce18c9cbc597.mp3) ## [A New ADHD Drug Just Got Approved. Will It Make a Difference?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/a-new-adhd-drug-just-got-approved) _2026-08-07 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ Analysis of Simtriyo, the first triple reuptake inhibitor in psychiatry ## [The Dawn of the Muscarinics](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/the-dawn-of-the-muscarinics) _2026-08-01 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ A second M1/M4 muscarinic drug has reproduced KarXT’s cognitive signal ## [Crisis in Schizophrenia: What to Do First](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-crisis-in-schizophrenia-what-to-do-first/) _2026-07-15 · Inside Schizophrenia_ The intersection of schizophrenia and an acute mental health crisis typically involves a profound, overwhelming disruption of cognitive processing, emotional stability, and grasp on reality. During these periods, symptoms of the disorder such as hallucinations or delusions frequently intensify, leaving someone unable to distinguish internal psychiatric distress from the external reality. This… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE7844111680.mp3) ## [How Can We Measure Psychosis?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/how-can-we-measure-psychosis) _2026-07-10 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ B-SNIP biotypes and the future of precision psychiatry ## [Bonus: Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: Supporting a Mentally Ill Loved One](https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-avoiding-caregiver-burnout-supporting-a-mentally-ill-loved-one) _2026-06-24 · Inside Schizophrenia_ Sometimes, you are so consumed by caring for a loved one with a serious mental illness, like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, that taking a moment for yourself feels like a betrayal. In this episode, host Gabe Howard and Dr. C. Alec Pollard reveal the hidden crisis of caregiver burnout in the world of serious mental illness. They dismantle the myth that self-care is selfish, showing how… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE9343566109.mp3?updated=1776701680) ## [Systemic Failures Leading to Tragedy with Schizophrenia](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-systemic-failures-leading-to-tragedy-with-schizophrenia/) _2026-06-17 · Inside Schizophrenia_ Treating schizophrenia in America is often described as a broken system, not because of a lack of medical knowledge, but due to structural and policy failures. The failures of these systems has created a cycle where individuals often move between homelessness, emergency rooms, and the criminal justice system rather than receiving ongoing care. Many families and caregivers struggle to get help even… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE3195435231.mp3?updated=1781097428) ## [Is the Brain a Computer?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/is-the-brain-a-computer) _2026-06-05 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ Part One ## [What really happened to Lisa Turtle?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/what-really-happened-to-lisa-turtle) _2026-05-24 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ Saved by the Bell, Dr. Drew and Psychiatry ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rl01pnhX1cK5) _2026-05-24 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [How Peer Support Improves Schizophrenia Outcomes](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-how-peer-support-improves-schizophrenia-outcomes/) _2026-05-20 · Inside Schizophrenia_ Whether you've been diagnosed with schizophrenia or you're supporting someone living with the condition, connecting with others who understand schizophrenia can be a great help. Talking to those who are dealing with the same things you’re experiencing can not only help you feel less alone, but also help you learn tips and coping mechanisms from each other, share resources, encourage treatment, and… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE1556595301.mp3?updated=1778511859) ## [Can Animal Research Really Tell Us How to Treat Human Mental Illness?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/can-animal-research-really-tell-us) _2026-05-08 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ There is a robust ongoing public debate centered around the question of whether animal research is needed for understanding and treating human diseases. ## [Live: Mike X Cohen and Mike Halassa](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/live-mike-x-cohen-and-mike-halassa) _2026-04-29 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ A recording from Michael Halassa and Mike X Cohen, PhD's live video [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/195820045/0f026715a9c1bc75c2e722fd075c48a1.mp3) ## [Why Is Schizophrenia So Hard to Tackle?](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/why-is-schizophrenia-so-hard-to-tackle) _2026-04-18 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ Schizophrenia beyond Psychosis ## [Headlines of Horror: Schizophrenia Portrayals in News Media](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-headlines-of-horror-schizophrenia-portrayals-in-news-media/) _2026-04-15 · Inside Schizophrenia_ “Paranoid schizophrenic admits to attacking dog walker.” When we watch a horror movie, we know the “madman” on screen is a work of fiction. But when the nightly news leads with a diagnosis to explain a tragedy, the fear it creates is very real — and often permanent.Why does the media lead with schizophrenia only when the story involves violence, yet remain silent when it comes to stories of… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE8130973341.mp3?updated=1776693495) ## [Computational Psychiatry Needs Systems Neuroscience](https://michaelhalassa.substack.com/p/computational-psychiatry-needs-systems) _2026-04-03 · Michael Halassa · Michael Halassa_ This piece was originally published in The Transmitter. I am adapting it here with some additional context for readers of this newsletter. ## [What Do I Say? Communication Strategies for Schizophrenia](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-what-do-i-say-communication-strategies-for-schizophrenia/) _2026-03-18 · Inside Schizophrenia_ “How do I talk to my loved one?” It is the most frequent question the show receives. In this episode, host Rachel Star Withers (who lives with schizophrenia) and co-host Gabe Howard dive deep into the nuances of communication, moving away from reactionary "crisis mode" toward intentional, empathetic connection. They explore why validating emotions and feelings — rather than schizophrenia symptoms… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE3839012775.mp3?updated=1772568675) ## [Bonus: A Personal Interview with Our Host Who Lives with Schizophrenia](https://psychcentral.com/blog/podcast-schizophrenia-survival-a-marvel-stuntwomans-journey-with-rachel-star-withers) _2026-03-10 · Inside Schizophrenia_ How does a woman with schizophrenia manage life as an entertainer, stuntwoman, and “Inside Schizophrenia” podcast host, all while managing a severe mental illness? In this bonus episode (that originally aired for the “Inside Mental Health” podcast series), Rachel Star Withers shares her intense and often shocking journey — from growing up believing her hallucinations were demons to undergoing an… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE8599857890.mp3?updated=1773082459) ## [Expressing Your Schizophrenia Journey](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/is-podcast-expressing-your-schizophrenia-journey/) _2026-02-18 · Inside Schizophrenia_ Living with schizophrenia is traumatic — full stop. Hallucinations, delusions, hospitalizations, lost relationships, and stigma can fracture how you see yourself and the world. But how do you process all of that without being labeled dangerous, unstable, or misunderstood? In this episode of “Inside Schizophrenia,” Rachel Star Withers (who lives with schizophrenia) and cohost Gabe Howard explore… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE4859250727.mp3?updated=1770740108) ## [Redefining Recovery in Schizophrenia](https://psychcentral.com/blog/is/podcast-redefining-recovery-in-schizophrenia/) _2026-01-21 · Inside Schizophrenia_ For decades, the narrative surrounding schizophrenia has focused almost exclusively on controlling symptoms. But with no cure, can someone actually get better? Recovery in the context of schizophrenia isn’t about the absence of symptoms. It’s a deeply personal process — one that centers on restoring hope, self-determination, and a meaningful life, even when hallucinations, delusions, and setbacks… [Listen](https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/RVOHE2932895005.mp3?updated=1768250467) ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IMdgOKIJTNsZ) _2026-01-21 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when a friend signs up for the Graphite Business Card ## [Episode 57 - D from Tennessee](https://shows.acast.com/iwasme/episodes/episode-57-d-from-tennessee) _2025-08-23 · Interview with a schizophrenic_ We welcome D from Tennessee, in this episode. We discuss the nature of hallucinations, and how they react to the local environment. We remind the listeners that these conditions are made more difficult with powerful medication, that still only partially works. Music: Shady Neighbourhood - Ludvig Moulin #schizophrenia #truth #love Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/e/68aa3558352b565deb25432d/media.mp3) ## [Episode 56 - Sumit from India](https://shows.acast.com/iwasme/episodes/episode-56-sumit-from-india) _2025-01-03 · Interview with a schizophrenic_ Today we welcome Sumit from !ndia. Sumit has been experiencing psychosis & depression during his adult life. He feels it is linked with the stresses of his corporate career. He displays a reflective, philosophical outlook, and it was my privilege to hear his story. #schizophrenia #corporate #medication Music : Calm Binaural Meditation - Swedish Sound Therapy 00:00:30 - 00:00:48: Introduction by… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/e/677801f277d7a3f73ac51b69/media.mp3) ## [Kendra - A discussion about sex & porn addiction](https://shows.acast.com/iwasme/episodes/kendra-a-discussion-about-sex-porn-addiction) _2024-12-30 · Interview with a schizophrenic_ Today we welcome Kendra, a therapist dealing with relationship issues due to Sex & Porn addiction. I feel this is increasingly relevant today, given its impact on the mental health of the global community. Kendra is based in North Carolina. #Sex #Porn #Addiction thehealinghearttherapycenter.com Music: Prime Time - Martin Klem 00:00:32: Introduction to the episode 00:00:35: Welcoming Kendra… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/e/67731eae97bec40ae969b5a9/media.mp3) ## [Episode 55 - Sarah from Arizona](https://shows.acast.com/iwasme/episodes/episode-55-sarah-from-arizona) _2024-11-22 · Interview with a schizophrenic_ We welcome 30-something Sarah from Arizona today. She has a schizoaffective - bipolar type diagnosis. We discuss her mental health journey with a particular focus on the importance of prioritising sanity and the dangers of medication. #schizoaffective #sanity #medication Music: 6th Third Eye Chakra Kundalini Breathing - 369 \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\* Duncan's links: \*\* Amazon:… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/624343cdd0576000133d6b04/e/674074a3c39ec4a407eeedc7/media.mp3)