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The Egg Whisperer ShowTips for Top Mental Health for Fertility Patients with guest Dr. Anna GlezerToday I'm joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, MD and we are talking all about how to stay in top mental health as a fertility patient. Fertility patients know that treatment feels like being on a roller coaster. It's a time that can be full of optimism and disappointment, and because it can feel isolating, I include "Therapist" in my foundations of building your own Fertility TEAM (Therapist, Eating healthy and Exercise, Acupuncture, Mindfulness and Meditation are the basics). I love that Dr. Glezer explains how to approach the whole picture of mental health: getting support, taking good care of yourself, getti...
2025-11-2420 min
Modern Women's WellnessEpisode 27 - Is it PMS or Something More? An Integrative Insight into Cyclical Mood Disorders with Dr. Anna Glezer MDPremenstrual mood concerns are often over-normalized or dismissed, yet they can have a significant impact on well-being, relationships, and quality of life. Understanding the patterns of your cycle and the ways hormonal shifts influence mood and mental health can empower you to take informed steps toward support and balance.In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor is joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, a reproductive and integrative psychiatrist specializing in women’s hormonal and mental health. Dr. Glezer shares her expertise on PMS, PMDD, and premenstrual exacerbation (PME), offering insight into how hormonal changes can affect mood, energy, and da...
2025-10-0830 min
The Muslim Sex PodcastMaternal Mental Health: From Infertility to Menopause with Dr. Anna GlezerOn this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by reproductive and integrative psychiatrist, Dr. Anna Glezer, to discuss everything you need to know about maternal mental health. During this chat, Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Glezer detail the mental health challenges of infertility and pregnancy loss, including PTSD and the impact on intimacy. They also cover the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause and the importance of finding a healthcare provider specializing in women's health. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak...
2024-10-2542 min
The Egg Whisperer ShowTips for Top Mental Health for Fertility Patients with guest Dr. Anna GlezerToday I’m joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, MD and we are talking all about how to stay in top mental health as a fertility patient. Fertility patients know that treatment feels like being on a roller coaster. It's a time that can be full of optimism and disappointment, and because it can feel isolating, I include "Therapist" in my foundations of building your own Fertility TEAM (Therapist, Eating healthy and Exercise, Acupuncture, Mindfulness and Meditation are the basics). I love that Dr. Glezer explains how to approach the whole picture of mental health: getting support, taking good care of yoursel...
2024-10-1521 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryBody Image with Dr. AbdallaDr. Glezer and Dr. Abdalla, a clinical psychologist specializing in women's mental health, cover the extremely relevant topic of body image in this episode, with a focus on how body image concerns change in pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. Abdalla shares a 5-step process that you can use to reflect on your own sense of self and shape your image more positively.
2024-07-2033 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryNutritional Psychiatry with Dr. EdeDr. Georgia Ede, an internationally recognized expert in nutritional and metabolic psychiatry, speaks with us about nutritional psychiatry. What we eat impacts so much of our medical, physiological, psychological, environmental, and social experiences. There is so much information out there about food and nutrition and so many mixed messages. In this episode, we'll begin by defining important terms like nutritional and metabolic psychiatry, discuss the challenges with the research out there on this topic, and chat about how your food impacts your mental health. Link: Change your Diet, Change Your Mind
2024-04-2541 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPerinatal Substance Use with Dr. Sarah NasirDr. Sarah Nasir, a family medicine physician and addictions expert, shares with us her wisdom on the important topic of substance use in perinatal patients, focusing particularly on opiate addiction. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.comTo connect with Dr. Nasir:- Transcendant You Coaching for Recovery: www.transcendantyou.com- Zenara Care for...
2024-04-1035 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryInterview with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled ChildIn this episode, I have a candid interview with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports, which was released earlier this month. In this book, Kelley provides parents with a very precious resource - time back - by presenting templates, advice, and wisdom from her own experience and those of dozens of experts. In our conversation, Kelley shares candidly about her experience, with a sense of humor and ease, including the mental health impacts of parenting a child with disabilities and the importance...
2024-03-3142 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryBreathwork, mindfulness, and nature with Dr. Rachel BeanlandDr. Rachel Beanland shares with us the benefits of mindfulness, breathwork, and time in nature, along with ways to navigate career transitions in order to feel more fulfilled in life. You can learn more about her work or become a client by visiting her website.To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.comTo register for the free webinar...
2024-03-1929 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryInternational Women's Day 2024Let's celebrate International Women's Day 2024 by reflecting on the advancements of women in social, medical, and other spheres, as well as where the opportunities for improvement lie. I reflect on 4 important topics - insufficient pain management in female-identifying patients, treatment of postpartum depression, lack of hormonal health discussions around perimenopause, and the challenge of Imposter Syndrome in female physicians, who are essential in making changes in those other three medical areas of opportunity. Several studies discussed in this episode are:KPMG surveyImposter Syndrome 2020 ReviewTo learn more about me and my...
2024-03-1115 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryThyroid Health for Mental Health with Dr. GibbsDr. Dana Gibbs, a hormone expert who focuses on thyroid health, shares her knowledge in this episode. You'll learn about the importance of the thyroid in the hormonal cycle, what happens when it goes wrong and why women are more prone to this, and, most, importantly, how to use integrative tools to restore and maintain thyroid health. Dr. Gibbs provides a rich deep dive into how to assess the thyroid hormone, the different labs to review, and ways stress and lifestyle choices can impact our hormones. You can find more about Dr. Gibbs and download her supplements g...
2024-03-0342 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPostpartum Support International with Meri Levy, LMFTBecause postpartum depression affects 1 in 5 women postpartum, and so many others also struggle with pregnancy related anxiety, postpartum psychosis or OCD, birth trauma, loss, and much more, in this episode we are focusing on one of the most important tools for treatment and prevention - support. Postpartum Support International (PSI) is an amazing organization that provides education and support to both clinicians and parents. This episode is my conversation with Meri Levy, a psychotherapist specializing in reproductive mental health and the chair of California's PSI Chapter. Tools:Postpartum Support International WebsiteC...
2024-02-2224 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryBody Image and Self-Image with Dr. BorgerIn this episode, I'm excited to share my fun conversation with Dr. Judith Borger on the topic of self-image and body-image. We dive into some really important topics like the role of women in society, identity transitions at various stages of life, such as pregnancy/postpartum or middle age, and much more. Dr. Borger is a Mom of 3, wife, board-certified physician, and successful business owner of both The Aesthetic Doctor and Concierge Medical Arts. You can find her online:Website: www.theaestheticdoctor.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctorborger/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/T...
2024-02-1433 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryChoosing Your SupplementThis episode will provide you with a blueprint for how to decide which supplements to take and how to evaluate each one for safety, cost, and more. We discuss several third party verification companies and tools, and these are listed for you below:Consumer LabNSF CertificationUSP VerificationTo submit an idea for a future podcast episode and to learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship...
2024-01-2913 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryEcotherapy & Spirituality with Dr. NguyenDr. Elizabeth Nguyen is a multidimensional psychiatrist, writer, and author who shares with us her expertise on topics essential for mental well-being - cultural psychiatry, ecotherapy and the relationship with water, and spirituality. You'll hear examples of how to use water to help with healing and how to engage with water for your health and psychological benefits, including pain, grief, and stress-management. You can find Dr. Nguyen online at: www.multidimensionalpsychiatry.com and www.waterkeeperscommunity.com and learn more about her book at www.aloha-vietnam.comTo learn more about me and...
2024-01-2235 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryCultural Psychiatry & Parenting with Dr. KimToday's episode is my conversation with Dr. Uejin Kim, a child & adolescent psychiatrist practicing in Texas who uses her own background to inform her work with patients. We discuss common parenting anxieties and how to break through them, particularly when there are cultural differences or a history of trauma. Learn more about Dr. Kim at Restore Psychiatry and her podcast as well. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please...
2024-01-1434 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatrySelf-Worth for the New YearLet's make 2024 all about enhancing your self-worth - your belief in yourself as a respectable and lovable human being. In this episode, we'll explore the challenges of self-worth and discuss four elements to help you develop a strong internal core of self-worth: acceptance, self-compassion, self-identity, and unconditional love. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.com
2024-01-0310 min
The Egg Whisperer ShowTips for Top Mental Health for Fertility Patients with guest Dr. Anna GlezerToday I’m joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, MD and we are talking all about how to stay in top mental health as a fertility patient. Fertility patients know that treatment feels like being on a roller coaster. It's a time that can be full of optimism and disappointment, and because it can feel isolating, I include "Therapist" in my foundations of building your own Fertility TEAM (Therapist, Eating healthy and Exercise, Acupuncture, Mindfulness and Meditation are the basics). I love that Dr. Glezer explains how to approach the whole picture of mental health: getting support, taking good care of yoursel...
2023-12-1821 min
The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDReproductive Health, PCOS and Menopause with Dr. Anna GlezerSend a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Women’s reproductive health is a multifaceted division of healthcare that actually affects more areas of the body and general health and wellness than you might think. Today I am welcoming onto the podcast Dr. Anna Glezer, a psychiatrist who practices reproductive and integrative psychiatry, and focusing heavily on perimenopause, menopause and PCOS. Dr. Glezer and I get into some im...
2023-12-1134 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryHow to have a Successful end to 2023This episode will set you up for a successful rest of 2023! We discuss navigating Daylight Savings and darker days, Thanksgiving and family dynamics, the challenges of the holiday season, and how to start 2024 off on the right foot. You'll hear about setting boundaries, taking mindful moments, and how to effectively set intentions. Light Box Therapy Episode - Season 1, Episode 25Gratitude Episode - Season 1 - Episode 50To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
2023-10-3111 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryThe Menopause Menu with Dr. BaumgaertelIn this episode, Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, an expert on the menopausal transition, shares with us pearls and tips from her newly published book, the Menopause Menu. To connect with Dr. Baumgaertel and learn more about this valuable resource, go to:https://www.menopausemenu.com/book/http://myMDadvocate.com To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.com
2023-10-2232 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryAccelerated Resolution Therapy for TraumaAccelerated Resolution Therapy is a type of therapy developed to help those with a history of trauma to be able to move forward emotionally and psychologically, and has been used successfully to help those with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and many other mental health struggles. In this episode, expert Brooke Bralove, LCSW discusses the details of this innovative treatment tool. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in...
2023-10-0532 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryRevenge ProcrastinationRevenge bedtime procrastination refers to going to bed later than appropriate in a way that reduces your total sleep, without a specific reason (like an event), and all the while knowing that there could be negative consequences (like more irritability or fatigue the next day). It can have consequences on sleep and physical and mental health. In this episode, we'll discuss the background, the consequences, and three steps you can take to reduce your bedtime procrastination. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit -
2023-09-2709 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryHormonal Health with Dr. RoelandsIf you have questions about hormones, hormonal health, and how to navigate those changes, this is the episode for you! Today I'll be speaking with Dr. Jennifer Roelands, a OBGYN and Integrative Medicine physician, who will share with us the details of the hormonal changes that take place in pregnancy, postpartum and during perimenopause. We discuss how to successfully navigate these transitions to feel your best, including how to incorporate lifestyle changes to improve health. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo...
2023-09-0641 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryLong Illness - An Interview with Dr. MorganAre you or someone you know suffering from a medical condition or symptoms that are long-standing and for which it is hard to find the right treatment? There are some illnesses that we can treat quickly, like an ear infection or Strep throat or a broken bone. There are others that often have symptoms harder to treat, requiring a comprehensive and integrative approach - fatigue, brain fog, depression, autoimmune conditions. My guest today is a neuropsychiatrist who specializes in these conditions and has written a guidebook to help you heal. Dr. Juliet Morgan is the co-author of “Long Illness: A...
2023-08-2641 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryWhat's Up With Zuranolone for PPD?Zuranolone is a new FDA approved medication for postpartum depression, a condition affecting 20% of postpartum women. In this episode, we'll cover the science behind the medication - the mechanism of how it works - the data and research that led to the approval, and four different aspects that require additional information and study to figure out who is going to be the ideal patient for this new and exciting treatment tool. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign...
2023-08-1316 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPostpartum Transitions with Dr. VenkataramanThere can be so many transitions in a woman's reproductive life - from pregnancy to postpartum and from maternity leave back to work as two examples. Dr. Priyanka Venkataraman, an OBGYN and coach, joins us to share her expertise in helping those making these transitions to embrace the change successfully and find fulfillment. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.comConnect with D...
2023-08-0626 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryUpdate on PCOS with Dr. Basma FarisPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a condition that affects 10-15% of women of reproductive age - that's millions of women. In this episode, Dr. Basma Faris, a registered dietician and OBGYN shares with us her approach to helping those struggling with this condition. We discuss the mental health impacts, stigma, and why this condition is often overlooked in today's medical world. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.c...
2023-07-2329 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryNeurodiversity & ADHD with Dr. SodaitisHighly intelligent people are often identified as neurodiverse (formally or through self-discovery/diagnosis) well into adulthood. While the diagnosis may come with some understanding and validation, many still have questions. In this episode, Dr. Krystal Sodaitis, a physician and coach, shares with us how to embrace neurodiversity, the different ways autism and ADHD can present in women, and tools and tips to improve executive functioning if you have ADHD symptoms. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for th...
2023-07-1329 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryAutoimmunity & Mental Health with Dr. AliDr. Nadia Ali joins us to teach us about functional medicine and its value in treating conditions like autoimmune disorders. We discuss the impact of autoimmune problems on emotional wellbeing, the role of mindfulness and other integrative treatment tools, and how working with a functional medicine specialist may help you. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.com
2023-07-0348 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryTrauma-Informed Yoga with Diana MayYoga has a good evidence base for treating a wide variety of mental health ailments, including trauma. In this episode, I interview Diana May, a trauma-informed yoga instructor who shares with us how the body can hold trauma and how yoga and somatic work can help to heal the mind and body together. Correction: Window of Tolerance was coined by Dr. Dan Siegel, not Dr. Stephen PorgesTo learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the F...
2023-06-2528 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPaternal Postpartum Mental HealthThis Father's Day, let's talk about paternal postpartum depression, which affects 1/10 fathers. There are risk factors, precipitating factors, and impacts on the entire family unit to discuss, along with treatment options and ways we can decrease risk and stigma as a society. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.comHelpful Links:Help for Dads through PSI: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-dads/
2023-06-1913 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryTo Carry Wonder - Interview with Emese ParkerTo Carry Wonder is a fun new type of pregnancy book, a curated blend of story and art with evidence-based insight. It’s a two-in-one keepsake–a nurturing companion and guide for mamas and mamas-to-be. Parker draws from her own personal and clinical experiences with pregnancy, providing practical support via candid memoirs and conversational heart-to-hearts—to inspire wholeness in pregnancy and motherhood.To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo sign up for the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit: PsychiatryFellowship.com
2023-06-0630 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPCOS and Mental HealthPolycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition that impacts 15% of reproductively aged women in this country and has countless physical and psychological impacts. We'll focus on the emotional effects and discuss ways to feel better. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo learn more about the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, please visit PsychiatryFellowship.com Helpful Links:National PCOS Association https://pcoschallenge.org/PCOS Awareness Association https://www.pcosaa.org/Review of psychiatric co...
2023-05-2814 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPostpartum PsychosisPostpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency that impacts 1/1000 postpartum women. We'll discuss the signs and symptoms, what to look out for in a loved one, how to reduce your risk, and treatment options.To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comTo learn more about the Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry, visit PsychiatryFellowship.comHelpful Links:MGH's Postpartum Psychosis Project: https://www.mghp3.org/ Postpartum Support International HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773Maternal M...
2023-05-1911 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryParental Leave and Mental HealthA recent study demonstrated what we already know - parental leave leads to improved mental health postpartum. In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of parental leave, particularly paid parental leave and where the US and various states are in the process of implementing this. We'll also discuss what makes returning to work challenging and tips for how to navigate this effectively.To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comHelpful Links:Lancet Article 2023: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2...
2023-05-0614 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryHormone MythsThere are many myths and misconceptions about women's hormones. We'll cover various misunderstandings that exist around topics like perimenopause, hormone treatment and hormone testing, PCOS, adrenal fatigue, and postpartum depression. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comIf you're a clinician and want to learn more, consider joining our Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry Fellowship Program - PsychiatryFellowship.comLinks:Review of Adrenal Fatigue: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27557747Summaries of adrenal fatigue: https://www.na...
2023-04-2325 min
The Egg Whisperer ShowTips for Top Mental Health for Fertility Patients with guest Dr. Anna GlezerToday I’m joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, MD and we are talking all about how to stay in top mental health as a fertility patient. Fertility patients know that treatment feels like being on a roller coaster. It's a time that can be full of optimism and disappointment, and because it can feel isolating, I include "Therapist" in my foundations of building your own Fertility TEAM (Therapist, Eating healthy and Exercise, Acupuncture, Mindfulness and Meditation are the basics). I love that Dr. Glezer explains how to approach the whole picture of mental health: getting support, taking good care of yoursel...
2023-04-1121 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryD-MER - When Breastfeeding Feels SadHave you heard of the Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex? This episode will go into the details of this little known condition, which is the experience of feeling an intense surge of depression or dysphoria or just general feeling low for the first few seconds or couple of minutes of milk letdown that happens either during pumping or breastfeeding, and can have consequences for mom and baby. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comHelpful links:https://d...
2023-04-0811 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryAttachment Theory and Movement Therapy with Lisa MancaAre you curious about what the term Attachment means and its importance in your mental and emotional well-being? In this episode, I speak with Lisa Manca, an attachment and movement therapist who specializes in helping those who struggling in their relationships, with dating, with anxiety or depression, and those who have struggled with traumatic events to better understand the role of attachment in their lives and to help folks reconnect with their bodies, release pain, and feel better.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD...
2023-03-3042 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryMental Health Effects of Long COVIDCOVID has impacted millions and millions, and in this episode we will talk about long-term consequences, particularly the cognitive and mental health challenges of Long COVID. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks to Studies: 2023 Study of Mental Health Symptoms of Long-COVID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9810252/2022 Review of Interventions for Long COVID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9300978/2022 Article on Brain Fog in Lo...
2023-03-2211 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryFertility Preservation with Dr. FamuyiwaIn this important episode, I interview Dr. Oluyemisi Famuyiwa, an expert in the field of fertility preservation. We will discuss the importance and obstacles of fertility preservation, with a special lens towards cancer patients. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResource:https://linktr.ee/Dr.Yemi_Famuyiwa
2023-03-1426 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryInternational Women's DayOn this International Women's Day, the theme is technology and its impact on women. We will discuss the ways in which media and social media has positive and negative impacts on mental health and provide a list of questions you can ask yourself to help you decide if a particular media tool is helpful or harmful for your own psychological well-being. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
2023-03-0813 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryWhy We Must Treat Anxiety & Stress in PregnancyI define concepts like anxiety, worry, and stress, and review the potential negative consequences on child development if mothers experience these symptoms during pregnancy, with the goal of encouraging treatment and support. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comHelpful resources:2021 Review of Stress in Pregnancy: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8824223/2020 Review of Stress in Pregnancy that describes the Developmental Origins of Disease Hypothesis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm...
2023-03-0318 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryADHD in WomenWe discuss how ADHD is often misdiagnosed in girls and women, the association with other mental health conditions like anxiety, discuss the impact of hormones on symptoms, and review the challenges and importance of treating ADHD in pregnancy. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comHelpful links: 2022 Study on ADHD in girls and women:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34231220/2021 Study on hormonal conditions in women with ADHD:https://pubmed.nc...
2023-02-2313 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryGratitudeThis season finale episode focuses on a theme central to Thanksgiving - gratitude. Learn more about the benefits of a gratitude practice and discover several ways to start your own. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry
2022-11-2407 min
Doctors Changing MedicineHow this Psychiatrist is Changing Women's Wellness with Dr. Anna GlezerDr. Anna Glezer MD, is a practicing reproductive and Integrative psychiatrist, a mentor, and an associate professor. Dr. Glezer is on a mission to help you make sense of the complex world of women's mental health, improve your emotional well-being and find fulfillment. She is the founder of a multidisciplinary practice, Women's Wellness Psychiatry, that has been working with hundreds of women since 2017 when she started as a solo clinician. Fast forward to today, Anna is heading a group of eleven physicians. Her practice focuses on helping women as they journey through challenging emotional times (including preconception, p...
2022-11-2324 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatrySexual HealthDr. Heather Howard, a sexologist and sexual health educator, talks to us about topics often considered taboo to discuss, even with our doctors - the relationship of our sexual health to our mental, emotional, and physical well-being and how to address common issues like pelvic pain and low libido. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - http://AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Dr. Heather Howard: www.HeatherHoward.comCenter for Sexual Health and Rehab, by Dr. Heather Howard: www.SexualRehab.c...
2022-11-1338 min
Weight Loss for LifeNutrition and Integrative Mental Health with Dr Anna Glezer MDToday we are joined by Dr. Anna Glezer MD, a Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatrist all about mental health and the benefits of nutrition. On today's podcast you hear about:Vitamin D and magnesium and their role in mental wellbeingThe importance of sleep and exerciseHow getting out into nature and getting exposed to green and blue colours can change your mental stateThe research around the Mediterranean diet and it's benefits to mental healthPlus much more!For full show notes please go to TheWLCC.com/87
2022-11-0835 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryEverything About Sleep with Dr. Wells, Part 2I interview Dr. Audrey Wells, a sleep medicine physician and expert on the topic so important to us - how we sleep! We discuss the basics of sleep, how it works, what happens when it doesn't, and how you can improve yours. We'll also talk about sleep issues that are particular to women, such as those related to hormone changes. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResources:www.SleepEducation.comww...
2022-10-2929 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryEverything About Sleep with Dr. Wells, Part 1I interview Dr. Audrey Wells, a sleep medicine physician and expert on the topic so important to us - how we sleep! We discuss the basics of sleep, how it works, what happens when it doesn't, and how you can improve yours. We'll also talk about sleep issues that are particular to women, such as those related to hormone changes. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:www.SleepEducation.comwww.SuperSleepMD.co...
2022-10-2127 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryNausea & Vomiting in Pregnancy & Mental HealthI discuss the impact of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy, including hyperemesis gravidarum, on mood and mental health, and how to address it to improve your quality of life.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:2022 Study on Dep/Anx/PTSD after HG: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35726837/2012 Study associating HG and Depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22946891/
2022-10-1212 min
HealthiHer#60 - Improving Women's Mental Health with Dr. Anna GlezerBaby blues, mood changes, anxiety; When changes to women’s hormones occur, it is important to make sure you’re receiving the help you need.
Dr. Anna Glezer talks in depth about the importance of receiving the help women need throughout their changing lives including through reproductive stages, pregnancy and through post-menopause.
She talks in depth specifically about Perinatal and Post Partum Mood and Anxiety (PMDD) and how to spot the difference between this and other common hormonal changes that occur. She discusses with Dr. Brenner what this condition feels like, when to seek additional help and what...
2022-10-1049 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryOvercoming Thought ErrorsThis episode will challenge you to notice the cognitive thought errors in your life - errors like catastrophic thinking, overgeneralization, jumping to conclusions, and more - and discuss ways to overcome these errors in order to improve your mental state. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Cognitive-therapy psychologists with workbooks and other self-help materials:Aaron Beck, PhD https://beckinstitute.org/David Burns, MD https://feelinggood.com/
2022-10-0313 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryMaternal SuicideSuicide is one of the leading causes of death in women in the first postpartum year. This episode reviews the data on suicide risk in pregnant and postpartum women, highlighting the need for screening, evaluation, and treatment, because this is a preventable risk. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResources:JAMA Psychiatry article on maternal suicide: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33206140/2020 Mom: https://www.2020mom.org/maternal-suicideHealth Services Research article: h...
2022-09-2507 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryWhat is Integrative Psychiatry?I define integrative psychiatry for listeners - a holistic approach that assesses and treats the entire patient from the biological, to the psychological, to the nutrition, lifestyle, and complementary approaches. We use a case example to dive into how to apply integrative psychiatry tools and determine if it's the right approach for you. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
2022-09-1612 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPregnancy Weight & Body ImageWe explore how body image changes during pregnancy and postpartum, the influence of societal expectations and social media, and I will share tips for how to improve your own body image and sense of self. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - http://AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Body Image Explained Article: https://nedc.com.au/eating-disorders/eating-disorders-explained/body-image/BMC Systematic Review of Body Image in Pregnancy: https://bmcpregnancychildbirth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2393-14...
2022-09-0918 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryEmotional EatingIn this episode, I'm so excited to be speaking with Dr. Matthea Rentea, a physician and advanced certified life and weight loss coach, on the topic of emotional eating. If you'd like help busting through self-sabotage and healing your relationship with food and your body, you'll want to tune in. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks: Weight Loss for Life Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1754476The School of Sustainable Weight Loss: https://www.w...
2022-08-3034 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryVirtual Accelerated Treatment for Perinatal Mood & Anxiety DisordersThis episode is the live webinar I offered to those interested in learning more about perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety and different treatment options, with a comprehensive description of the virtual Accelerated Treatment Program offered by Women's Wellness Psychiatry. Stay turned to the end to hear the Q&A segment!To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks: https://annaglezermd.com/accel-treatment-program
2022-08-1821 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryThe Menopause UpgradeThis episode is an exciting interview with the author of The Upgrade: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond, Dr. Louann Brizendine. She and I talk about the neurobiology of female hormones, challenging the stigma of menopause, and much more! To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLink: Purchase The Upgrade directly from the publisher here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/591607/the-upgrade-by-louann-brizendine-md/
2022-08-1039 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryVitamin D and Mental HealthThis episode is the next in the series reviewing supplements and botanicals for mood and mental health in women. We'll discuss Vitamin D and how it relates to depression in women, how to know if you are at risk for deficiency, and how to treat low levels. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Vitamin D and PCOS Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33113105/Vitamin D and Depression in Women Review, 2020: https://pubmed.ncbi.n...
2022-08-0509 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryPremenstrual Symptoms in Bipolar DisorderThis episode discusses the link between bipolar disorder and premenstrual mood symptoms, and the challenges of navigating the combination, with a focus on what has already been studied in the research and what is to come. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:2022 Article in Arch WMH: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35237876/Review of BPAD and PMDD: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8423998/
2022-07-2712 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryMedication Safety in Pregnancy, Part 2Today's podcast focuses again on medication safety. We discuss why the ABCDX categories are outdated and discuss the newer and more effective labeling system for medications in pregnancy and lactation. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Women's Wellness Psychiatry's Virtual Accelerated Treatment Program: https://annaglezermd.com/accel-treatment-programPharmacy and Therapeutics 2016 article:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5083079/
2022-07-1910 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryInsomnia in PregnancySleep is an essential human function and it is disturbed in 80% of pregnant patients. This can be due to mood or anxiety conditions or a medical reason. In this episode, we will discuss the background information about sleep, the role of sleep in mental health conditions, the ways poor sleep can impact pregnancy and lead to complications, and treatment solutions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia and medications. Links:These are CBTi options I recommend to patients, but am not affiliated with in any way: CBT for Insomnia: ww...
2022-07-0513 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryKetamine as a Treatment ToolKetamine treatment is a growing option for depression and other mental health conditions. In this episode, listen to my interview with an expert in the field as Dr. McInnis shares the background of how ketamine works, what it can treat, and how you can learn more about it as an option for yourself. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
2022-06-2129 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPlanning for PostpartumWe review the challenges and obstacles women need to consider and create a plan for the postpartum period, including support, self-care, sleep, nutrition, pain management, breastfeeding, and how to be aware of postpartum depression and anxiety.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResource: Radiance Program - https://annaglezermd.com/postpartum
2022-06-1413 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryInfertility AwarenessJune is Infertility Awareness month and this episode is an interview with Dr. Molly Dahlman, a clinical psychologist who shares her own journey through the challenge of infertility and provides listeners with education and practical guidance on how to navigate that challenging emotional experience and how to support loved ones going through it as well. Dr. Dahlman is a clinical psychologist who is passionate about women’s health and wellness. Her personal experience with infertility inspired her to further specialize in reproductive mental health. Dr. Dahlman spends most of her time outside of work wrangling 4 year-old boy/gir...
2022-06-0725 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryFolic Acid & Mental HealthThis next episode in the series on nutraceuticals and supplements reviews the role of folate as a way to treat depression, with a particular focus on pregnant women and other special populations. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Folate and Depression 2009 Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19909688/ AJP 2012 RCT on L-methylfolate: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23212058/ 2021 Review of Folate and L-methylfolate https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32827402/2021 Review of Nutraceuticals in Depression: https://pub...
2022-06-0210 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryTMS as a Treatment OptionNewer treatment options are being studied in psychiatry and in this episode I'm speaking with an expert on TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), a treatment studied for depression, OCD, and various other conditions common in women's mental health. We discuss who is a good candidate, the logistics and experience of the intervention, and where to obtain a consultation. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Bay Psychiatric Associates: https://baypsychiatric.com/ Clinical TMS Society: https://www.c...
2022-05-2419 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryAsking for Help is HardThe most common concern I hear from women is that they feel overwhelmed. One way to address that is to ask for help. In this episode, we'll discuss the reasons why it may be hard for you to ask for help and then overcome 6 different thought obstacles getting in your way. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResources: PSI Helpline 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
2022-05-1713 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryAbortion & Mental HealthSummary: In this timely episode we will debunk the myth that an elective abortion worsens mental health; discuss the impact of a medical termination on a woman's mental wellbeing; and reflect on the expected trauma response many women are having at hearing the news about the potential elimination of choice. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Turnaway Study:https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2592320Therapeutic Termination and mental health: https://www.n...
2022-05-1109 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryMaternal Mental Health AwarenessThis episode is to raise awareness of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month and Summit and discusses the 6 most common challenges in the transition to motherhood and how to ask for help and support. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Maternal Mental Health Summit: https://facebook.com/groups/maternalmentalhealthsummit/Radiance: https://annaglezermd.com/postpartum
2022-05-0311 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryAnti-Inflammatory Diet & Mental HealthMore and more research is coming out to support the link between what we eat and how we feel. In this episode, I discuss the concept of nutritional psychiatry, review the data on how an anti-inflammatory diet can improve depression and mood, and share tips on how to change your food to improve your mood. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:SMILES trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28137247/2019 Meta-analysis in N...
2022-04-2614 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryGuide to Lightbox TherapyBright light therapy is a type of non-pharmacological treatment that has data to show it is effective for seasonal symptoms of depression and also nonseasonal mood conditions like perinatal depression. In this episode, we'll review the history, mechanism, data, and how to use bright light therapy. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:2018 Review of complementary treatments for perinatal depression/anxiety: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29935979/2019 Review of complementary treatments f...
2022-04-1908 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryIs Couples Therapy for Me?This episode discusses the importance of couple's therapy, dispels common myths like "your relationship has to be really struggling to choose couples therapy," and discusses how to broach the topic with your partner and what to do if they are reluctant. I will also review the different types of couples therapy, from the Gottman method to EFT to sex therapy and provide various resources to get started.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com Links:
2022-04-1218 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryThyroid Hormone & Women's Mental HealthSummary:The thyroid is an essential endocrine organ in our bodies and when it is not functioning as it should, there could be various mental health symptoms. In this episode, I'll review the purpose of the thyroid gland, potential symptoms when it goes awry, and the option of using thyroid hormone to treat mental health conditions like depression. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Meta-analysis of augmentation strategies for depression: https...
2022-04-0511 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryMedication Safety in PregnancyThe number one question I am asked by patients is whether a medication is safe to take in pregnancy. In this episode, I will review the ways in which I help women answer that question, focusing on the balance between the risks of untreated illness versus the risks of medication, and guided by the primary principle that what is healthy for mom is healthy for baby. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comFor additional information about medications in p...
2022-03-2912 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryBenefits of Magnesium for Mental HealthThis episode is part of the series where I review the most common supplements for mental health. Here, we'll discuss magnesium and its benefits for sleep, depression, anxiety, and PMS symptoms. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:2017 Review of Magnesium for Anxiety: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/5/4292012 Magnesium for PMS symptoms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25276694/2017 Study of Magnesium for depression: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S08999007163024412012 Magnesium f...
2022-03-2207 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryWhich Psychotherapy Style is Right for You?We will review the benefits of psychotherapy, the importance of finding a therapist with whom you'll make a good connection, and discuss in detail over a dozen different psychotherapy styles to help you find the best fit. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Aaron Beck Institute for CBT (https://beckinstitute.org/about/dr-aaron-beck/) Anxiety and Worry Workbook (https://www.guilford.com/books/The-Anxiety-and-Worry-Workbook/Clark-Beck/9781606239186/tools) To find a therapist near you, consider s...
2022-03-1519 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryInternational Women's DayThis episode falls on International Women's Day, a day celebrating women around the world and an opportunity to think about women's contributions to culture, society, politics and more. It's also a time to think about aspects we want to change and move forward, and in this episode we'll focus on reproductive rights and gender equity. I'll share four specific steps you can make on an individual level to move towards gender equity and how that impact will ripple outwards. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.c...
2022-03-0810 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPerimenopause & MoodI dispel several myths about menopause, such as that it's something to "just deal with." We discuss the risk factors, particularly for mood symptoms like depression and anxiety, and treatment options, from hormones, to psychotherapy, to dietary changes.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Harvard Mood and Cycles study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16585467/SWAN Study on Menopause risks: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25417760/Meta-Analysis of Age at Menopause: https://pubmed...
2022-03-0112 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryIntrusive ThoughtsToday's episode is all about the common experience of intrusive thoughts. We'll define what these are, the reasons they are so distressing and how they can impact our lives, and how to use psychological tools to reduce their impact. I'll also share information and resources about treatment, including information about postpartum OCD. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:To learn more about the group for Anxiety of Parenting in COVID: https://annaglezermd.com/a...
2022-02-2209 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPerinatal Mental Health in Black MothersThis episode is an interview with Dr. Sinmi Bamgbose, a reproductive and integrative psychiatrist with expertise in the field of Black maternal mental health. We discuss racial disparities in Black perinatal mental health, including structural racism and barriers to treatment, review the extensiveness of the disparities by sharing some poignant data with you, and brainstorm ways to improve this for Black mothers and their clinicians.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
2022-02-1527 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPerfectionism, Mom Guilt, & the "Shoulds"This episode focuses on the psychology behind negative emotions, particularly guilt, and how to use cognitive therapy skills and the psychology of self-compassion to reframe "Should" statements in order to improve feeling anxious & overwhelmed.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Dr. Kristin Neff: https://self-compassion.org/
2022-02-0810 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryBirth TraumaChildbirth trauma impacts almost 40% of women who deliver. In this episode, I share the common descriptions of traumatic childbirth, review the different risk factors and protective factors for having a traumatic delivery, and discuss treatment options for symptoms of postpartum PTSD. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:COVID-19 and Childbirth trauma: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33412491/Beck, Driscoll, & Watson's book Traumatic Childbirth, published 2013 by Routledge Publishers (https://www.routledge.com/Traumatic-Childbirth/Beck-Driscoll-Watson...
2022-02-0118 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryMyself Again: the Parents Postpartum Survival GuideI had the unique opportunity to interview Drs. Weirsgalla and Mauren, the authors of "Myself Again: The PARENTS Postpartum Survival Guide," a newly published book on the topic of postpartum depression. I was impressed with its unique ability to take this complex condition and provide a very accessible way of addressing it with useful skills and tools.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:www.mompsychdocs.com
2022-01-2525 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPremenstrual Mood & AnxietyI review the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), how to diagnose the condition, and several treatment options to consider with your doctor. I'll emphasize the importance of support around this condition and where to find that. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:International Association of Premenstrual Disorders: https://iapmd.org/Qualitative study on PMDD from 2020: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33115437/Internet CBT for PMDD study...
2022-01-1812 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatryMelatonin & SleepSleep problems affect a significant number of people worldwide, and women can be more prone to it because of the sleep issues that occur with depression, pregnancy, and perimenopause. Melatonin is a commonly-used over the counter sleep supplement and in this podcast we'll review the evidence for it and discuss the optimal dosing and use.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:Review of melatonin in secondary sleep disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29908879/
2022-01-1107 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryReflecting on '21 and Resolutions for '22In this episode on reflection and resolutions, I share reflections on 2021, focusing on the impact of COVID-19 on women's mental health - from the stress of at-home parenting to the impact on pregnancy and postpartum. I then share data and tips on how to make effective resolutions for emotional wellness in this new year.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com Links: WMH in the pandemic:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34077682/https://pubmed.nc...
2022-01-0421 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryContraception & Mental HealthI discuss the relationship between hormonal contraceptives and mood, including some of the links with depression, to help guide you in your discussion with your doctor about the best contraceptive choice. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comLinks:An article I wrote on my blog: www.mindbodypregnancy.com/articles/hormonal-contraception-mood?rq=contraceptive2018 Contraception Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29496297/2016 Danish Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27680324/
2021-12-2811 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryBreastfeeding Impact on Mood & AnxietyI discuss the biological and psychological challenges of breastfeeding and how that can impact symptoms of depression and anxiety postpartum, both at the start and during weaning. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comReferences in this episode:Fearless Formula Feeder: http://www.fearlessformulafeeder.com/ACOG Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21734617/
2021-12-2214 minWomen's Wellness PsychiatrySix Steps to Minimizing Holiday StressI share several studies noting why women experience more holiday stress than others, including the different types of stress, and then discuss the consequences of that stress on your physical and psychological well-being. Finally, I will share a 6-step action plan to help you decrease the stress of the holiday season. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comMentioned in this episode:APA survey: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2006/12/women-stressMt. Sinai survey: https://www...
2021-12-1416 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryPhysical Activity & MoodI review the impact physical activity and exercise has on many conditions - i.e. energy, sleep, mood, and premenstrual symptoms. I also share the current recommendations for exercise, discuss the recent scientific data, and challenge you to do a few experiments of your own.To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comResources:Radiance Program: annaglezermd.com/RadianceExercise and PMS: https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7465566/Exercise & Sleep in Perinatal Women: https://pubmed.ncbi...
2021-12-0715 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryBenefits of Omega 3 Fish OilIn this short episode, I will review the data behind Omega-3 fish oil and how and why it can improve depression in women - all to help you decide if it's a treatment option worth discussing with your doctor. Stay tuned for new episodes weekly!To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comArticles referenced:Zhang 2020: www.nature.com/articles/s41398-020-00886-3Cochrane Library: www.cochranelibrary.com
2021-11-2108 min
Women's Wellness PsychiatryIntroduction to Mindfulness This episode will introduce you to mindfulness. I'll provide clarity on what mindfulness is and where the concept comes from, review the mental health benefits, and give you practical advice and suggestions for getting started. To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.comArticles referenced:BMC Pregnancy 2019: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31601170/Arch of WMH: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30982086/Meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27182732/Midwifery 2018: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30099285/
2021-11-2015 min