In Good Health

Are You A Narcissist? The Truth Behind This Personality Disorder Narcissistic personality disorder develops through a combination of genetics and childhood development. While the term is often used casually to describe selfish behavior, a true diagnosis reflects a much more complicated disorder. Our expert addresses common misconceptions and explains the roots of this often-villainized condition. Guests: Wendy T. Behary, clinical psychotherapist, author, Disarming the Narcissist The Return Of Measles: The Hidden Dangers Of This Preventable Disease Despite being declared eliminated in America more than two decades ago, measles has made a significant resurgence and is on track to break modern records. With no known treatment, patients must try to manage symptoms like high fever and potential respiratory or neurological complications that can be fatal for unvaccinated children. Our expert explains the dangers of the current uptick in cases and sets the record straight on vaccine misinformation. Guests: Dr. Ben Bradley, medical director, ARUP Laboratories, assistant professor, University of Utah School of Medicine Medical Notes: Conquering Your Phobias, Managing Adult Asthma, And The New Era Of Injectable Bandages Scientists have discovered how to inject bandages into the body. How to manage your adult asthma. Are you addicted to food? Can you ever truly conquer a fear? Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: Conquering Your Phobias, Managing Adult Asthma, And The New Era Of Injectable Bandages Scientists have discovered how to inject bandages into the body. How to manage your adult asthma. Are you addicted to food?Can you ever truly conquer a fear? Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Return Of Measles: The Hidden Dangers Of This Preventable Disease Despite being declared eliminated in America more than two decades ago, measles has made a significant resurgence and is on track to break modern records. With no known treatment, patients must try to manage symptoms like high fever and potential respiratory or neurological complications that can be fatal for unvaccinated children. Dr. Ben Bradley explains the dangers of the current uptick in cases and sets the record straight on vaccine misinformation. Guest: Dr. Ben Bradley, medical director, ARUP Laboratories, assistant professor, University of Utah School of Medicine Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are You A Narcissist? The Truth Behind This Personality Disorder Narcissistic personality disorder develops through a combination of genetics and childhood development. While the term is often used casually to describe selfish behavior, a true diagnosis reflects a much more complicated disorder. Our expert addresses common misconceptions and explains the roots of this often-villainized condition. Guest: Wendy T. Behary, clinical psychotherapist, author, "Disarming the Narcissist" Host & Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guests: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA’s environmental regulations. Guests: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain? Is ‘Keto’ the key to a more resilient brain? The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Can an injection repair a broken heart? The difference between a true confession and a false one may simply be a good night's rest. Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain? Is ‘Keto’ the key to a more resilient brain? The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Can an injection repair a broken heart? The difference between a true confession and a false one may simply be a good night's rest. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA’s environmental regulations. Guests: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guest: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time Host & Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beyond Devotion: The Mental Health Impact Of Religious Obsession Synopsis: Scrupulosity, or religious OCD, is a specialized form of OCD that targets an individual's faith and moral values. This condition crosses the line into mental illness when obsessive fears about sin or salvation begin to negatively interfere with daily life. Our experts explain how to recognize the signs of scrupulosity and the specialized treatments that can help patients restore a healthy relationship with their faith. Guests: Dr. Emily Bailey, psychologist, Atlanta OCD and Anxiety Treatment, LLC Jaimie Eckert, scrupulosity patient & advocate Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah How Childhood Sexual Abuse Reshapes The Minds And Bodies Of Survivors Childhood sexual abuse can leave deep, lasting scars on the minds and bodies of victims. Dr. Frank Putnam was one of the first to prove that this abuse affects a person’s biology through the Female Growth and Development Study. He discusses the generational cycles of abuse and how we can end those patterns. Guest: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beyond Devotion: The Mental Health Impact Of Religious Obsession Scrupulosity, or religious OCD, is a specialized form of OCD that targets an individual's faith and moral values. This condition crosses the line into mental illness when obsessive fears about sin or salvation begin to negatively interfere with daily life. Our experts explain how to recognize the signs of scrupulosity and the specialized treatments that can help patients restore a healthy relationship with their faith. Guests: Dr. Emily Bailey, psychologist, Atlanta OCD and Anxiety Treatment, LLC Jaimie Eckert, scrupulosity patient & advocate Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Childhood Sexual Abuse Reshapes The Minds And Bodies Of Survivors Childhood sexual abuse can leave deep, lasting scars on the minds and bodies of victims. Dr. Frank Putnam was one of the first to prove that this abuse affects a person’s biology through the Female Growth and Development Study. He discusses the generational cycles of abuse and how we can end those patterns. Guests: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: The Supplement That May Cause Birth Defects, The Biological Component Of Anorexia, And How Fish Are Improving The Shelf Life Of Drugs Too much of a popular supplement could be setting the stage for unexpected birth defects. The deadly drive to restrict food may have biological roots. Treating pain with fewer side effects…Would you eat fish-flavored ice cream? Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Death Doula: A Guide For Transitioning Into The Afterlife Death is never an easy topic to talk about. To help manage this difficult transition, many are turning to death doulas. They provide compassionate guidance for the dying, like how birth doulas support new mothers. Our experts discuss how to foster curiosity rather than fear, navigate the art of a peaceful end, and find meaning in the time that’s left. Guests: Darnell Lamont Walker, death doula, author, Never Can Say Goodbye Barbara Hansen, mother David Hansen, brother Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Polly Hansen Will Hypnosis Fix Your Gut Issues? The gut-brain connection is very real – and could be the reason behind your stomach issues. When your irritable bowel syndrome is caused by mental stress, medication may not be the best treatment option. Our expert explains how hypnotherapy can help patients heal that mental connection and eliminate symptoms. Guests: Dr. Megan Riehl, GI psychologist, author, Mind Your Gut Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Medical Notes: Needle-Free Injections, The Benefits Of A Forgotten Skeletal Tissue, And The Importance Of Demographic Inclusiveness In Science The ongoing war on antibiotic resistance. Science has rediscovered a "forgotten" skeletal tissue that could be the future of facial reconstruction. A common bedtime habit might be preventing your brain from performing its nightly "deep clean." Building public trust in science may rely on appearances. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Death Doula: A Guide For Transitioning Into The Afterlife Death is never an easy topic to talk about. To help manage this difficult transition, many are turning to death doulas. They provide compassionate guidance for the dying, like how birth doulas support new mothers. Our experts this week discuss how to foster curiosity rather than fear, navigate the art of a peaceful end, and find meaning in the time that’s left. Guests: Darnell Lamont Walker, death doula, author, Never Can Say Goodbye Barbara Hansen, mother David Hansen, brother Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Polly Hansen Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: Needle-Free Injections, The Benefits Of A Forgotten Skeletal Tissue, And The Importance Of Demographic Inclusiveness In Science The ongoing war on antibiotic resistance. Science has rediscovered a "forgotten" skeletal tissue that could be the future of facial reconstruction. A common bedtime habit might be preventing your brain from performing its nightly "deep clean." Building public trust in science may rely on appearances. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Hypnosis Fix Your Gut Issues? The gut-brain connection is very real – and could be the reason behind your stomach issues. When your irritable bowel syndrome is caused by mental stress, medication may not be the best treatment option. Our expert explains how hypnotherapy can help patients heal that mental connection and eliminate symptoms. Guest: Dr. Megan Riehl, GI psychologist, author, Mind Your Gut Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail. Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah. From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah’s life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she’s using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system. Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: A New Low-Calorie Sugar, The Neurological Differences Of Autism, And How To Tell If Your Cancer Treatment Is Working Are autistic brains structurally different? Is ‘keto’ the key to a more resilient brain? A test that can speed up decision-making in cancer treatment. Good news for sugar addicts! Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah’s life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she’s using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system. Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Links for information:Owusu-Ansah profileOwusu-Ansah InstagramOwusu-Ansah Website Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail. Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah Links for information: Osborn InstagramOsborn WebsiteADHD Book Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care A person’s life expectancy should never be determined by their zip code, yet access to top-tier cancer centers remains a major factor in survival rates. To bridge this gap, a new AI-driven platform is providing patients with expert breakdowns of their specific diagnosis. Our experts this week discuss how this new tool is ensuring all patients have access to the most effective and up-to-date care strategies available. Guests: Simone Jensen, founder & CEO, Radical Health Elisabeth Drabkin, board member, Radical Health’s Patient Advisory Board Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt Do you know that you should never pay a medical bill as soon as you receive it? This is just one of many common mistakes patients make that’s losing them a lot of money. Our expert this week breaks down how to take control of your financial health and get rid of unnecessary medical debt. Guests: Caitlin Donovan, senior director, Patient Advocate Foundation Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: How To Lower Your Dementia Risk, Fighting Dehydration With Fitness, And Is Your Environment Killing You? Good news! Your genes don’t have the final say when it comes to your brain health. Too much of a popular supplement could be setting the stage for unexpected birth defects. Where you live, might be as important to your health as your DNA. The secret to overcoming dehydration might be your fitness level. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care A person’s life expectancy should never be determined by their zip code, yet access to top-tier cancer centers remains a major factor in survival rates. To bridge this gap, a new AI-driven platform is providing patients with expert breakdowns of their specific diagnosis. Our experts this week discuss how this new tool is ensuring all patients have access to the most effective and up-to-date care strategies available. Guest: Simone Jensen, founder & CEO, Radical Health; Elisabeth Drabkin, board member, Radical Health’s Patient Advisory Board Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt Do you know that you should never pay a medical bill as soon as you receive it? This is just one of many common mistakes patients make that’s losing them a lot of money. Our expert this week breaks down how to take control of your financial health and get rid of unnecessary medical debt. Guests: Caitlin Donovan, senior director, Patient Advocate Foundation Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.