A Mental Health Break
Welcome to the #1 podcast dedicated to mental health, where you are never alone. This Top Weekly Show provides a safe, supportive platform to normalize conversations around mental health through authentic, inspirational testimonials.
Since 2020, Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor, 3x Mental Health Author, and host Vincent A. Lanci and his guests have shared vulnerable stories and powerful insights that remind you—you are not alone on your journey.
Each week, we dive into real-life experiences from mental health advocates, professionals, and individuals who’ve overcome adversity. Together, we tackle a wide range of topics, including trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and family challenges. From grief and social media addiction to mental health in the workplace and life after divorce, every episode offers valuable tools, advice, and understanding for anyone navigating life’s toughest moments.
As someone who survived a traumatic brain injury (TBI), Vincent uses his personal journey to help others, blending his lived experiences with the wisdom of experts to empower you on your own path to healing. Whether you’re struggling with a mental disorder or simply looking for support, A Mental Health Break is your weekly source of hope, guidance, and connection.
Tune in each week for honest conversations, practical tools, and the reassurance that you're not alone. Let’s break the silence together.
A Mental Health Break
Navigating Tardive Dyskinesia & Mental Health with Dr. Rakesh Jain & Sherland Peterson
This week on A Mental Health Break, we're taking a vital step towards understanding a challenging, yet often overlooked, aspect of mental health. We're honored to welcome Dr. Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, a distinguished Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Texas Tech University, and Sherland Peterson, who openly shares her personal journey of living with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD).
More than 14 million Americans live with serious mental illness, often treated with antipsychotic medicines. But what happens when treatment leads to another debilitating condition? Dr. Jain will illuminate:
- What Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is, its common signs and symptoms, and its profound connection to mental health.
- The critical findings from the IMPACT-TD study on challenges faced by patients and doctors.
- A revolutionary one-pill, once-daily treatment option that can integrate seamlessly with existing mental health plans.
Sherland will bravely share:
- Her personal story of living with TD, offering invaluable firsthand insight.
- The impact TD has had on her daily activities, mental health, and social life.
This episode is a crucial conversation for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of mental health treatment, the importance of holistic care, and the power of resilience. Join us for a break that truly educates and empowers.
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