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The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTwo Guys Tallking about VR Therapy Dr. Gurr and Dr. Elliott talk with Dr. Elizabeth McMahon about Virtutal Reality Therapy- how it is used for exposure therapy and its trajectory for the future of therapy. Dr. McMahon specializes in evidence-based treatment for anxiety and has been using virtual reality (VR) with clients since 2010. She currently provides training and consultation on VR exposure therapy (VRET), benefits and risks of VR, integrative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for panic, anxiety, and fears, interoceptive exposure, and related topics. Her book Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety: A Guide for Therapists (with D. Boeldt, PhD) exp...2024-04-0136 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyA conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Les Posen about our use of VR in Clinical Practice.Today’s podcast is a conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Les Posen about our use of Virtual Reality in private practice. Check out the video version of this conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Les Posen at https://youtu.be/tgvLHdAub5M Les is Melbourne, born-and-bred. Educated at Monash and Melbourne Universities, he later spent time in the Austin Hospital’s Department of Psychological Medicine, where he did clinical rotations in Adult Psychiatry and Cardiology. With a lifelong passion for travel and commercial aviation, Les considers himself fortunate to have been...2022-02-1729 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyCan we tell when people are lying? A rebroadcast from 2007I was searching through my old podcasts and I came up with another one from 2007 that seems to be pertinent to today's world. This one was on liars. According to a study 50% of people questioned thought they could tell when someone was lying. The data suggested we were not that good at telling when someone was lying to us. Is that true?This podcast presented some of the reasons why we cannot always tell who is telling the truth or who is lying. I think it is very relevant today!2017-07-1706 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyIncompetent people are blind to their incompetence - 2007I originally produced this podcast on why people who are incompetent do not know they are incompetent on August 15, 2007. At the time, I thought the research was very interesting and amusing. Now, with the state of our world, I think the podcast is very relevant and not so funny. The research was actually done in 1999. The researchers were Dr. David Duning and a then graduate student, named Justin Kruger. Interestingly, this concept has been called the Duning-Kruger effect! Below is the reference for the original article. In advance, I apologize for my voice- I must have been sick at the...2017-07-0505 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Gurr speaks with Dr. Skip Rizzo about Virtual Reality TherapyToday’s podcast is a conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Skip Rizzo. Dr. Rizzo is well known for his work with VR and PTSD. He is one of the first psychologists to recognize the benefits of VR for psychological issues. Dr. Rizzo talks about his introduction to VR, the benefits of VR for mental health problems and his research with VR. Here is Dr. Rizzo’s bio:Albert “Skip” Rizzo is a clinical psychologist/neuropsychologist and Director of Medical Virtual Reality at the University Of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies. He is also a Resear...2016-07-1132 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Gurr Talks with Dr. Robert Reiner about Virtual Reality TherapyDr. Howard Gurr Talks with Dr. Robert Reiner about Virtual reality Therapy(VRT). Dr. Reiner has been using VRT for many years in his practice in New York City. Here is Dr. Reiner's bio:Robert H. Reiner Ph.D., BCN, BCB, Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates (BA), has been practicing psychology since 1981. After receiving his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania, he went on to get his Ph. D. in clinical psychology at the University of Alabama and serve his clinical internship at Bellevue Hospital. He currently serves on the faculty...2016-06-3005 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Gurr Speaks To Mr. Scott Lowe from www.psious.com about virtual reality therapyDr. Howard Gurr talks to Mr. Scott Lowe from www.psious.com about their company,the current state of Virtual Reality Therapy and the future of Virtual Reality Therapy.Mr.Scott Lowe manages the North American market for Psious, the leading company in virtual reality for mental healthcare. Scott found his way to Psious after orthogonal stops as a competitive amateur boxer, industrial engineer at Stanford University, and professional dancer/acrobat, two of which entailed journeys in anxiety management that piqued his interest in cutting-edge treatments. Now with Psious, Scott is helping establish a new class of therapists...2016-05-3114 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyVirtual Reality Therapy For PhobiasToday I introduce my interest in therapy- Virtual Reality Therapy(VRT). I briefly talk about why I am focused on VRT and how I think it is a great tool for solving phobias and otther emotional difficulties.2016-05-1105 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHello, I'm Back!Hello folks, I lost track of time and I got involved in a lot of other projects so I did not publish a podcast in a long time. I'm coming back with more podcasts and I'm going to focus more on my new interest- Virtual Reality Therapy.2016-04-2902 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyClowns Can Scare ChildrenDr. Gurr talks about how children find clowns scary and how parents can help their children deal with the anxiety when exposed to clowns.2012-10-2803 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyParents Need To Be Partners In EducationDr. Gurr talks about the positive impact parents can have on their children's education.2012-10-1801 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDon't Change Children's Schedules on Vacations and WeekendsDr. Gurr talks about why is it is important to keep children on their regular schedules during vacations and weekends.2012-09-0501 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyMentoring Youth- Jill Gurr talks about her new book and Create NowToday’s podcast is about mentoring youth. My guest is Jill Gurr-yes, a relative-who just published a book on mentoring called “Mentor Youth Now- A Guidebook for Transforming Young Lives”. Jill Gurr Is the Director of Create Now, a creative arts mentoring organization that she founded in 1996. She has trained hundreds of volunteers to mentor thousands of the most troubled children in Southern California. She is also a produced screenwriter and worked us a script supervisor on award-winning movies around the world. She has been featured on NBC Nightly News with Brian Willia...2012-01-0315 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyProcrastination and how to beat it- A conversation with Dr. Linda SapadinIn today’s podcast Dr. Sapadin talks about her new book - How to Beat Procrastination in the Digital Age: 6 Unique Change Programs for 6 Personality Styles. Dr. Sapadin is a psychologist, success coach and media guest. She specializes in helping people enrich their lives, enhance their relationships and overcome self-defeating patterns of behavior. She has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, and National Public Radio. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post , Psychology Today, Men’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Prevention, Redbook, Good Housekeeping, Men’s Health, Lifetime TV.com, WedMD.com and ma...2011-12-2618 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyLGBT: What is it all about- a conversation with Kathleen OBrien, LMSWToday's podcast is a conversation about the LGBT issues, concerns and counseling services.Kathleen OBrien is a Licensed Master of Social Work specalizing in LGBT issues, Personal and Family Counseling, and Group Therapy. She has a Bachelors in Mathematics from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a Masters from the University of Iowa. Kathleen now provides clinical services at the Windsor Counseling Group in New Windsor, NY and in Middletown, NY. She founded a Transgender Support Group in Orange County, NY and has been a moderator for the women's group at the LOFT Gay Center in White...2011-11-2027 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAnxiety and Relaxation techniques: A Conversation With Dr. Fred HoltzToday’s podcast is about anxiety and relaxation techniques. Anxiety is a problem that affects a large percentage of the population and relaxation techniques have proven to be quite helpful in managing or reducing anxiety. Today I will be speaking to Dr. Fred Holtz, an expert in the use of relaxation techniques for anxiety. Fred L. Holtz, PhD is the Executive Director of Holtz Psychological Services, a group practice in Melville, New York. Dr. Holtz has been in private practice for over twenty-two years and he has extensive experience in individual and marital therapy, learning disabilities and psychological ev...2011-08-0414 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Ross Greene Talks About Collaborative Problem SolvingIn today’s podcast, I have a conversation with Dr. Ross Greene who is the originator of a model of psychosocial treatment for challenging kids called Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS). He has written two books about this subject called "The Explosive Child" and "Lost at School". Dr. Greene is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, he is on the professional staff in the Department of Psychology at the Cambridge Health Alliance, he is an adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech, and Senior Lecturer in the school psychology pr...2011-07-1837 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyGood Sex and a Warm Heart: How to Keep Male Menopause from Ruining Your Love Life.Today’s podcast is a conversation between Dr. Gurr and Dr. Jed Diamond about male menopause. Most of us want to have good sex, love, and intimacy at any age, but when we get to be 40, it isn't always easy. One of the less talked about reasons why our "love" life goes south is that we do not understand how to survive male menopause. Today we learn the secrets. For more than 40 years, Dr. Jed Diamond has helped men and the women who love them. Dr. Diamond is Founder and Director of the MenAlive, a health program that he...2011-03-0527 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologySuicide and Suicide Prevention- a conversation with Dale Camhi from The American Foundation For Suicide PreventionToday's podcast is about suicide and suicide prevention. I know it is a topic that is not light and entertaining, but very serious and necessary. Let me fill you in on where the idea for this podcast came from.I have a friend who lost her son to suicide many years ago. As a psychologist, and one who knew the youngster who committed suicide, his act was sudden and unpredictable. In response to the loss, my friend and her husband decided to devote much of energy to make sure this did not happen to others. They became involved...2010-11-0227 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe View From the WombToday's podcast is a quick review of an article I found in Time Magazine- October 4, 2010. The article points out the findings of several studies that suggest the fetal environment has a strong impact on the babies health and future. Mothers get blamed again!2010-10-0406 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTouch Counts In Our Everday Life!Today's podcast is about a series of small experiments which show that tactile information does affect our decisions. Useful information to help assist people in making decisions in everyday life.2010-08-1704 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyBrain PlasticityBrain plasticity has been in the news the past few years. Years ago we thought the brain was hardwired and incurable. Now, we know that the brain can be malleable and new brain cells can be created. Books like, “The Brain that Changes Itself”, by Dr. Norman Doidge and “Save Your Brain:The 5 Things You Must Do to Keep Your Mind Young and Sharp” , by Dr. Paul Nussbaum, have presented evidence to show how the brain can change after damage and how to enhance thinking skills. There are also websites that have information or mind games that are purported to help inc...2010-04-2607 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHealth Insurers Have Banner Year- Did You Make More Money In 2009?Did you make more money in 2009 than in any other year of your life? I doubt it! In these financial times, most American’s would have to say, "No." Most companies had problems in 2009, and some large corporations and banks even had to be bailed out by the government. Well, in today’s podcast I present information from an article that came across my computer that shows how 4 out of the 5 major health insurance companies made more money in 2009 than the year before. The one company that did not make more money still profited quite nicely. It seems clear to me t...2010-02-2105 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Funny Guy Can Get The Girl!Today's podcast is a review of two studies that suggest women may be more likely to have a long-term relationship with guys who they find funny. It appears women rate funny guys as more intelligent than guys who are not so funny. And being funny may be seen as an attribute that makes the male a better catch.2010-02-1104 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of Psychology"Building a Love That Lasts"- the new book from Dr. Charles and Elizabeth SchmitzToday I am happy to have Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz return as guests to THE SHRINK IS IN. If you have been a long time listener to my podcast you may recall that I spoke to the Schmitz’ last year about their book, “Golden Anniversaries”. The Schmitz' are America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts and multiple award-winning authors, they have helped audiences around the world answer questions about love, marriage, and relationships. Their distinguished careers include over 65 awards, 350 books, articles and manuscripts, 1000 speeches, and frequent media appearances. With 26 years of research on relationships and successful marriage on six continents of the w...2010-01-1337 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHow Exercise Does Reduce StressWe now have data with rats that shows how exercise creates new, calmer brain cells. I talk about the research and the implications for humans.2009-12-2006 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologySeasonal Affective Disorder RevisitedToday’s show is a follow up to a previous show on Seasonal Affective Disorder-SAD. Today, I review what to look out for when purchasing light boxes and two other treatments found to have some positive effects for patients with Seasonal Affective Disorder2009-11-2805 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHoroscopes, Tarot Card Readers and Fortune Tellers- Why We Believe them!Today, I give the listeners some research from Dr. B.R. Forer which may explain why we believe the generalized statements from Fortune Tellers, Horoscopes, and Tarot Card Readers.2009-11-0703 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyOCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) caused by PANDAS?Today’s podcast is really a redirection of my listeners to a video I found on Youtube. This video was a conversation between Matt Lauer, from The Today Show, Beth and Sammy Maloney. Sammy was a healthy fifth grader who developed OCD out of the blue. A subsequent diagnosis of PANDAS saved him from a life of torture. I was able to put the audio track on the podcast. The website address of the video is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50bQtkfiHvs . You can also get information about the book Mrs. Maloney wrote about her experiences with Sammy at th...2009-09-3000 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Mark Anshel and the “Disconnected Values Model.”In this podcast I talk to Dr. Mark Anshel about why we do things every single day that we know are bad for us but keep doing them. Why is it so hard to stop and do the "right" thing? In addition, we explore Dr. Anshel’s intervention program called the “Disconnected Values Model”. Dr. Mark Anshel is a professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology, at Middle Tennessee State University. Dr. Anshel has been a professor of performance psychology, with specializations in sport and exercise psychology, and wellne...2009-08-2730 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Jack Raglin Talks About Exercise and Mental HealthToday, I follow up on an earlier podcast about exercise and mental health. In this new podcast, I talk with an expert in the field, Dr. Jack Raglin, and we further explore the benefits of exercise adherence issues and ways to stick to an exercise program. Jack Raglin, Ph.D. is currently a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Kinesiology, Indiana University-Bloomington. Jack is a Fellow in the American Psychological Association, the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education. His research involves integrating the use of psychological and physiological variables to...2009-07-2827 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPaul Brewer talks About The Importance of Being FunnyToday I talk with Paul Brewer who is an author and illustrator of children’s books, with a particular interest in humorous stories. His specialty has become joke books, as he has written three of them so far. He wrote and illustrated You Must Be Joking! and You Must Be Joking, Two! These joke books include tips for remembering and telling jokes, plus how to perform them like a stand-up comedian. He also illustrated the popular “Robert” series of chapter books, written by Barbara Seuling, with titles like Oh No, Its Robert, Robert Takes a Stand and Robert and the Happy...2009-06-3010 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Fraud ConceptIn today’s podcast, I present a problem that many of my patients have been troubled with, which has been labeled “The Fraud Concept”. I am not 100% sure if I came up with this label, or I heard of it many years ago,in either case, I have been using this label and description to help patients cope with their problems of believing that were frauds and that others would imminently find out that they were inadequate or incompetent. These patients always believed that they were somehow faking out others and that any day they would be uncovered as being a phon...2009-05-2606 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTwo Shrinks Talking- Dr. Gurr and Kirk Honda Talk About Psychology on Both CoastsTodays podcast is a conversation between two therapists. I was contacted by Kirk Honda a therapist from Seattle who also produces his own vidcast called “Psychology In Seattle”(http://www.psychologyinseattle.com). Kirk has been a licensed therapist therapist in Seattle since 1996. He taught graduate-level psychology courses at Antioch for nine years. He also supervises therapists-in-training. Today we talk about therapy on the two different coasts, our practices and some specific questions Kirk has from his audience. Listen in and see what you think.2009-04-1444 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHuman Nature- Still Shocking!Today I talk about a research study that was undertaken starting in 1961 by Dr. Stanley Milgram which was designed try to ascertain what kind of people were capable of carrying out the atrocities during the Nazi regime and the Holocaust. Surprisingly, the study showed regular people could be coerced into doing terrible things. The research showed one does not have to have a pathological personality disorder to be inhuman to others. Studies similar to Dr. Milgram’s have not been initiated for many years due to ethical concerns. However, I came across a more recent study that has revealed similar fi...2009-03-0907 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Karen Sherman Talks About Mindfulness and ChoicesToday’s podcast is a conversation with Dr. Karen Sherman on mindfulness and making choices in ones life. We discuss the reasons she wrote her new book called Mindfulness and the Art of Choice: Transform your Life. Dr. Sherman’s book offers the reader the tools to stop living a life that is burdened by old, repetitive feelings and patterns that keep people stuck and unhappy.Dr. Karen Sherman, a NYS licensed psychologist, who has been in private practice for over 20 years on Long Island. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Sherman has been taking her skills to grou...2009-01-2926 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Jenn Berman Talks About How to Raise Happy and Confident ChildrenParenting issues come up in my practice everyday. I have been giving advice to parents for over 25 years. I came across a great resource for parents and today I talk to the author of one of the best parenting books I have seen in years, The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy, Confident Kids, Dr. Jenn Berman. Dr. Jenn Berman is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in Beverly Hills and has been working in the field of psychology for more than 15 years. She has made appearances as a psychological expert on more than one...2009-01-1130 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyMarriage Coaching- A Conversation With Dr. Richard NicastroIn today's podcast I talk with Dr. Richard Nicastro, a psychologist and relationship coach with fifteen years experience helping couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships, about the most common problems in relationships today, relationship coaching, and the difference between relationship coaching and more formal relationship counseling. Dr. Nicastro has lectured at several universities and now conducts workshops for couples on a wide range of relationship issues. His relationship advice has appeared on television, radio and in national magazines. His goal is to guide individuals and couples as they implement the skills that will allow their relationships to flourish. 2008-12-1426 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Effect of Divorce On Children- A Conversation With Dr. Leah KlungnessToday's podcast is a conversation with Dr. Leah Klungness on the effect of divorce on children. Leah Klungness is a psychologist and recognized authority on single parenting and relationship issues.She is the co-founder of the recently launched www.singlemommyhood.com and the co-author of the award winning book “The Complete Single Mother”, which is the only comprehensive and best selling self-help book ever written for single parents. Leah is in private practice in Locust Valley, Long Island, New York. She specializes in working with families during and after divorce, and offers expert testimony. 2008-12-0230 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyMental health Parity in 2008Today, I briefly talk about the 2008 Mental Health Parity Act that was dropped into the big billion dollar bail out plan. I give a brief history of mental health parity and the impact this new act will have for those who need mental health services and for those who provide those services.2008-11-1905 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyWhat Is In The Drug Pipeline?Today, I talk about what is in the pipeline for mental health problems. There are some new leads, but more research and development is needed.2008-10-3106 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPost Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) and Alternative Treatment ApproachesToday's podcast is a conversation between Dr. Gurr and Mr. Gazley about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) and a variety approaches to treat this disorder. Mr. Gazley has practiced psychotherapy for over thirty years and is the owner operator of www.asktheinternettherapist.com since 1998. He is the author of eight mental health educational videos and DVD's and is currently writing a book on distance counseling. Jef is State Licensed in General Counseling, Marriage/Family, and Substance Abuse counseling. In his private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, Jef specializes in ADD, love addiction, hypnotherapy, dysfunctional families, codependency, and trauma issues. He is...2008-09-2821 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyObsessive Compulsive DisorderToday’s podcast is conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Michael J. Connelly, M.Ed., NCC, LPC on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Michael J. Connelly is a Licensed Professional Therapist and President of Positive Pathways, Mr. Connelly’s treatment philosophy is quite eclectic with concentration on Cognitive Behavior Therapy, (CBT). Mr. Connelly's professional experience has been with clients suffering with depression and anxiety disorders, especially those with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, (OCD) by means of using Exposure Therapy. He has been a personal and academic counselor at a local University. Mr. Connelly is trained in treating Problem and Pathological Gambling issues. Mr. Conn...2008-09-1024 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAnxiety- the 21st Century Disease of Civilization With Dr. Peter T. LambrouToday’s podcast is a conversation between Dr. Gurr and Dr. Peter T. Lambrou on anxiety in our society, when it becomes a problem, and what helps to reduce anxiety. The guest or today, Dr. Peter Lambrou is a licensed clinical psychologist and Chairman of Psychology at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, California (2008 - 2009), where he has maintained a private practice since 1987, and he is on the teaching faculty of the University of California at San Diego. Dr. Lambrou is a Fellow of the American Institute of Stress, a Diplomate in Behavioral Medicine among many affiliations. He is also th...2008-08-1636 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Lisa Brookes Kift And How the Past Affects Our PresentToday Dr. Howard Gurr talks with Lisa Brookes Kift on how our past affects our present life. Lisa Brookes Kift is a California Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice doing individual therapy and couples counseling. Lisa has written numerous articles about topics related to mental health and relationships which can be seen at www.lisakifttherapy.com. She is also the author of Therapy-at-Home Workbooks™: Premarital Counseling, the first in her Therapy-At-Home Workbooks™ series which is available in eBook format. She is committed and passionate about helping people resolve their individual issues and have more satisfying relationships either in her priv...2008-07-0721 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of Psychology9/11 - Still Affects Many!Today, Dr. Gurr talks about the 9/11 terrorist attacks and recent research that suggested many residents of lower Manhattan experienced Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) years after the events. Dr. Gurr explains what PTSD is and why it may be present years after a traumatic event.2008-06-2211 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. John Ryder Talks About Corporate MentalityToday’s podcast is a conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. John Ryder on psychology in the corporate world and the corporate mentality. Dr.John Ryder is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Manhattan. After earning his doctorate in psychology at the City University of New York, he served as an Assistant Professor at Mt. Sinai Medical Center. Traveling around the world, he has studied the secrets to a healthy and successful life with many of the most respected leaders of both Western and Eastern traditions. Dr. Ryder has been a consultant to many successful individuals, corporate ex...2008-05-2017 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyOn AutismDr. Gurr talks to Dr. Gaston Weisz about autism. Dr. Weisz just finished a three part podcast series on autsim and Dr. Gurr interviews Dr. Weisz on autism- what it is, what we know works and what does not work.Dr. Gaston Weisz received his doctorate in School Community Psychology at Pace University and his Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling at Queens College. He is a NYS Licensed Psychologist and a NYS Certified School Psychologist. Presently, he is employed as a full time school psychologist in Valley Stream School District for 17 years. He also has a Private...2008-04-1726 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAnger Management TreatmentToday's podcast is a conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr and Dr. Lyle Becourtney about anger management treatment for adults and teens. Dr. Lyle Becourtney is a New York State Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey Certified School Psychologist, and a Certified Anger Management Professional. In 1996, he obtained his doctorate degree in psychology from Pace University. As part of his training, Dr. Becourtney completed an externship in the adolescent partial hospitalization program at Metropolitan Hospital and an internship at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health, both located in NYC. Thereafter, Dr. Becourtney worked in an adolescent residential treatment center...2008-03-3018 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyWhat Makes a Successful Marriage?Today’s podcast is a conversation with, Drs. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz about their research on what makes a successful marriage and their new book entitled, “Golden Anniversaries: The Seven Secrets of Successful Marriage”. You can read more about the Drs. Schmitz on their own website - http://www.GoldenAnniversaries.com. For the past 25 years, Drs. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz have been referred to as “the marriage doctors” — a term given them by one of their early workshop participants. With more than 25 years of research experience on successfully married couples and their own 41 years of successful marriage, Drs. Charles and...2008-03-0804 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAdolescent BrainsToday's podcast is presentation of studies performed at Harvard university which help explain why adolescents make poor choices, have judgment issues, and may have social anxieties.2008-02-2506 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyADHD and Young DriversToday's podcast is a review of a study by Russell Barkley on young drivers and driving records. His study found drivers who have ADHD had more violations, accidents, and poorer driving habits than non ADHD peers.2008-01-2605 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTests for ADHDToday's podcast is a presentation of my opinion on the question of whether or not there are true tests for ADHD. My beliefs are that to rule out ADHD requires a thorough physical evaluation, an educational assessment, a full psychological evaluation, and a speech/language evaluation.2008-01-0208 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyLove is not just a feeling!Today's podcast is a presentation of research from Dr. Arthur Aron and associates which had shown that love was connected to dopamine levels and other brain functions. The data suggested love was like a drug for those who were in love. Equally, being "lovelorn" could be like withdrawal and could cause an increase risk taking behaviors.2007-12-1505 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyADHD Medications Help Students Succeed.Today's podcast is a brief presentation on how we have 18 years of follow- up data on students who either took medication for ADHD, those who did not take the medication and the outcomes in regard to reading, absenteeism, and being retained in school.2007-11-2505 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Minute Mental health Session in Your Local Pharmacy.Today's podcast is my fantasy about what would happen if the managed care companies were able to refer patients to a mental health computer in a retail chain store. I present the worst care scenario and I discuss my concerns for the public and the profession.2007-11-0511 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyValueOptions- what is next, stickers?Today's podcast is an expression of my anger towards ValueOptions, a managed care company. After years of dropping our fees, and than keeping them stagnant for over 8 years, they mail me a certificate of appreciation for years of service. Their subscribers appreciate our services. The company, however, does not see the field as important enough to warrant a raise in fees. Listen to my little dream sequence.2007-10-1507 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyCollege Is Not Always the AnswerToday’s podcast is my opinion that college is not the path for every High School Graduate. The kids who struggled in school, hated school, or had significant learning problems may not be the best candidates for college. They may be better of in technological training programs or entering the work force in areas that interest them. Not every job needs a college diploma.2007-10-0806 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyLiars- Can we tell when someone is lying?Although 50% of people questioned think they can tell when someone is lying, the data suggest we really are not that good at telling when someone is lying to us. Today’s podcast presents some of the reasons why we can't always tell who is telling the truth or who is lying.2007-09-2907 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTips For Parents For the New School YearWith the start of a new year, I wanted to impart some information that can be helpful to all parents. Today's podcast contains a few tips for parents.2007-08-3100 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyIncompetent People May Be Unaware of Their IncompetenceToday's podcast is a presentation of a study that suggested incompetent people are unaware of their incompetence.2007-08-1513 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Managed Care Telephonic ReviewToday's podcast is another of my own productions. Today, I give the general public a taste of what we clinicians have to handle when we have are forced to have telephone reviews by managed care company employees.2007-07-1808 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTherapy from Five to EightyToday's podcast is a brief discussion on how brain cells can regenerate and grow throughout our lives and how we can always learn new tricks.2007-07-0405 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyYou're The Best Psychologist...But....Today's podcast production is a simulated call from a parent who is requesting therapy for her 17 year old son. Unfortunately, she does not get the answer she wanted to hear!2007-06-1309 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyYou Have To Think Like Other People!Today's Podcast is a short presentation on why people need to accept the fact that everybody does not look at the world the same way. It is importnat to understand how people you deal with look at the world to undertand how to deal with them more effectively.2007-05-1505 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Managed Care Voice System From HellDr. Howard Gurr presents a new podcast, which is a spoof of a generalized voice mail box system of a typical managed care company. Hear how frustrating this is to deal with these companies on a daily basis. Any comments about today's podcast would be greatly appreciated.2007-04-3009 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPsychologists and Prediction of ViolenceThe data suggests psychologists are not very good at predicting violence in people. There are some indicators that are recognized as being correlated with violence. In today's podcast I provide the listener with some of the major factors and qualities that are correlated with violent behaviors.2007-04-2006 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyA Simple Screening Test for Autism-Maybe?Today's podcast presents a review of a psychological study of a simple screening test for Autism that can be used with infants of 12 months of age. The study presents correlational data that can be helpful for pediatricians and parents to use with infants at 12 months of age. The test is simple and harmless, but it cannot be used to defintely prove whether a child has Autism.2007-04-0905 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyExercise and Your Mental HealthToday's podcast presents the most recent information on the mental health benefits of exercising.2007-03-2506 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyVideo Games- They are Not All Bad For YouOn today's podcast I talk about the negative and the positive aspects of video games and virtual environments.2007-03-1451 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDr. Zentman Clears The Air On Contemporary PsychoanalysisToday's podcast is a conversation with Dr. Michael Zentman. Dr. Zentman heard my earlier podcast on the different types of therapy and he wanted to explain how contemporary psychoanalysis was different than how I presented it in my podcast.Dr. Michael Zentman has been a practicing Clinical Psychologist for 27 years in Centerport, LI and Manhattan. After earning a doctorate in Clinical Psychology he completed eight additional years of post-doctoral training in Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, Group Therapy and Family & Marital Therapy, He has taught at the graduate and post-doctoral level for eighteen years. He is on the faculty at the...2007-03-0318 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAlcohol Use and Treatment Considerations.Today's podcast is a discussion of alcohol use and psychological treatment with Dr. Robbin Schneider Gurr.2007-02-2007 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThinking Differences in Men and WomenToday's podcast presents some ideas on how and why men and women solve problems and think differently.2007-02-1208 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyAbuse of ADHD medicationsToday's pdocast is about people abusing medications for ADD/ADHD.2007-02-0404 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Benefits of combining Psychiatry and PsychologyToday's show is about the benefits of being treated by a psychiatrist and a psychologist when a person has a serious or long term mental conditon.2007-01-2806 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyMy Tips on Finding a Good Life PartnerToday's show gives the listener the major issues that interfere in long term relationships and my tips on how to find a healthy partner.2007-01-2208 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyShyness- is it a biological problem?Today I review a study that suggests shyness may have its roots in brain physiology and may not just due to our environmental experiences.2007-01-0805 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyNew Years Resolutions- how to keep them!In today's podcast I provide some simple tips on how not to break your New Years resolutions.2007-01-0104 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyCoke, Pepsi and PsychologyPsychologists are involved in consumer research. Now they are using neurobiology to determine product preferences. This technique was clearly seen as being very powerful in a recent study comparing Coke and Pepsi.2006-12-2207 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyGet rid of the word YOUWhen we talk to others about what they did to hurt us the word"you" gets in the way. Today I teach people how to stop using the word "you" and why the word "I" is much better.2006-12-1104 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPaxil Made Me Do It!Today I comment on two cases in which Paxil, an SSRI, was seen as being the cause or contributor to a case of embezzlement and a case of murder/suicide.2006-11-2707 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDeja Vu- what is it?Today's Podcast provides a neurobiological explanation for Deja Vu.2006-11-1905 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyRed wine may not be the cure!Today I talk about red wine and healthy lifestyles- which one really helps?2006-11-1202 min
The Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyTics can be caused by PANDASToday's podcast is about PANDAS a controversial disorder that may,or may not, explain why some children get Tic disorders.2006-11-0705 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologySAD- Seasonal Affective DisorderThis podcast presents an outline of Seasonal Affective Disorder(SAD).2006-10-2904 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyBeing a Parent- RationallyToday's Podcast is a snapshot of my philosophy on what I consider to be rational parenting.2006-10-1705 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyShould You intervene with Elderly Parents?Should you intervene if your elderly parents need assistance or guidance?2006-10-0605 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyCan Smoking Cigarettes Lower Your IQ?Todays podcast presents data which suggests smoking cigarettes can possibly lower a smoker's overall intelligence.2006-09-2703 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPsychology- the state of the professionDr. Richard Lustberg is my guest today discuss the confusion the public experiences figuring out the differences between all of the mental health providers in their areas.2006-09-2211 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologySchool Information For ParentsThe podcast is a brief rundown on how parents can work with school if their children have special educational needs.2006-09-0205 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Cost of DepressionThis show talks about what depression costs the US economy and why we need to prevent depression in the workplace.2006-08-2904 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDoes Botox Cure Depression??????This podcast presents a study that claims Botox can cure depression- and what is wrong with this study.2006-08-1904 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyThe Three Major Schools of TherapyThere are three major schools of practice in psychotherapy. This podcast explains the difference between Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy.2006-07-1503 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPanic DisorderToday's Podcast is about Panic Disorder: what it is and how to reduce its power.2006-06-2803 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPsychological Services Are Used By Many AmericansMental health services are beneficial in many health and medical conditions.2006-06-1603 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDepression- The Two TypesFollow-up podcast on depression. This podcast presents the two types of depressive reactions.2006-06-0604 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyDepressionThis podcast is a simplified explanation of depression.2006-05-3003 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyADD the Undiagnosed Disorder in AdultsApproximately 4% of adults may have these disorders. ADHD is a more complex disorder than most people think. Although we know that ADHD does not go away, we do know with the proper diagnosis and treatment, the disorder can be controlled and the negative... 2006-05-1900 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyHow to Find a Mental health professionalHow do you choose the right mental health professional?2006-05-1304 minThe Shrink Is In- The Podcast Voice of PsychologyPhantom PanelsHow come it is sometimes so hard to get a mental health worker from your insurance panel provider list?2006-05-0202 min