The Mayo Lab Podcast

Sedric Scott: Greek Life

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:36:01 GMT

On today's episode, Sedric Scott discusses fraternity and sorority life at the University of Mississippi. He also talks about the efforts that the UM Panhellenic are making towards educating greek life.

"We try to encourage all of our greek life. We always tell the chapter presidents, 'You have to be patient with yourself, you can't be comparing yourself to these other chapters on campus. You've got to do what you can do with what you've got.'"

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Everett Miller: Support

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:05:09 GMT

On today’s episode, Everett Miller shares his experience with grief and the support systems that he leans on during difficult times. He also talks about his experience at Sigma Chi when the late Thomas Mayo passed, discussing how it affected the trajectory of their fraternity's initiatives and attitude towards supporting each other.

"It was tough for me, I remember that when I found out I called my parents and there were more questions than looking for comfort: 'Why did this happen and why did it happen to someone as great as Thomas?'. It was a tough day for all of us, whether you knew him personally or just knew his name."

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Liz Norell: We're Overwhelmed

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:50:34 GMT

On today's episode, Liz Norell discusses today's culture of productivity and how it can lead to being easily overwhelmed in our daily lives. She also talks about potential solutions to these problems.

"If we can start looking at people with the assumption that what they're doing is the best that they can do, and that whatever they're doing is not about me, then we can have a radically different world."

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James Polk: Pressure

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:16:16 GMT

On today’s episode, James Polk shares his experience with pressure and how it showed itself as he navigated college life. He talks about how he was able to spot it and handle it accordingly both while being a student and president of the columns society at Ole Miss.

"I didn't know how much went on behind the scenes."

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Whitney Woods: Authentically You

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:02:03 GMT

On today's episode, Whitney Woods discusses the college student experience from her lens as the Assistant Director of the Office of National Scholarship Advisement. She talks about common themes that she sees in the students and how their office works to help set their students up for success.

"We are giving them tools that they'll need beyond a national scholarship."

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Madeline Mueller: Imposter Syndrome

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:03:10 GMT

On today’s episode, Madeline Mueller shares her experience with imposter syndrome and how it affected her through college. She talks about how she has handled it in the past and how she works to combat those thoughts today.

"I've definitely gotten better about trying to adjust my thinking, but I feel like these 'what-ifs' start creeping in so its like 'what if I'm not the most qualified for this role', 'what if someone could be doing it better', 'what if I am in this role and people don't like me'."

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Dr. Ashley Jones: Pushing for Change

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:31:32 GMT

On today's episode, Dr. Ashley Jones discusses common themes that she sees in minority groups and how she and others are working to change these themes.

"Growing up nearby, you always have this perception what the University is and what its image is and I'm actually grateful that was not the case."

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Bre'Anna Coleman: Taking Up Space

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:09:59 GMT

On today’s episode, Bre'Anna Coleman shares her experiences moving to Ole Miss while knowing very few people in Oxford. She discusses what it is like to have to work through college and having a story that differs vastly from those around you.

"I had to learn how to get comfortable with my own voice and my own story and be like if I'm sitting in a class and my story is drastically different from everyone else's, then it's almost as if I am supposed to be here because if I wasn't here, would you have heard a perspective like mine?"

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William Teer: Becoming You

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:39:49 GMT

On today's episode, William Teer discusses the role that knowing yourself and being open to new ideas plays in building a community for yourself and making new friends.

"Life is a journey that we all go through, and I think the mistake that people make is trying to have it all figured out when this is meant to be a journey, and some unknown is okay."

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Hannah Watts: Home

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:40 GMT

On today’s episode, Hannah Watts shares her experiences moving every two years before starting college. She discusses what it is like to be on the move often, and what finding home at Ole Miss meant to her.

"With friends I was always saying "Hello" and then I was saying "Goodbye" a lot, so a lot of times I think that I approach relationships thinking that I am going to be saying goodbye. I think that being in college and being able to see the same people for 4 years has been a huge growing thing for me."

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Evan Rooney: Masculinity

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:00:00 GMT

On today's episode, Evan Rooney discusses how masculinity can be used for good, but also how some negative masculine traits affect men today on a daily basis.

"There are some really positive masculine values, like loyalty and wanting to protect people who may be less fortunate or weaker than yourself, but I think we often gravitate more towards this showy, alpha version of masculinity that feels like a shortcut. You can look like the alpha man, but are you actually living like the alpha man? Are you actually living a life that is consistent with what you care about?"

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Jakota White and Jack Baker: Superman

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:57:07 GMT

On today’s episode, Jakota and Jack share their experiences with and thoughts on men's mental health. They talk about what they have learned from their experiences and the social stigmas surrounding men's mental health as a whole.

"I am not superman, no matter how much I want to act like I am, when I get home I'm going to be Clark Kent."

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Dr. Castel Sweet: Community

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:06:49 GMT

On today's episode, Dr. Castel Sweet discusses what it means to be part of a community and some personal insight into how to get started.

"Being more open to hearing and listening to other people's stories, you'll be surprised at the amount of connections you may have that may lead to finding out more about yourself or making a new friend."

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Betsy Vise: Pursuing Passions

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:00:00 GMT

On today’s episode, Betsy Vise shares her experiences while studying abroad. She talks about what she has learned from her trips, the importance of knowing why you want to do things, and not spreading yourself out too thin.

"It was hard because everything I was doing, I loved. There wasn't anything that was a burden because I enjoyed what I was doing. And at the same time, I was doing too many things."

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Rob Dunnam: From Overwhelmed to Prepared

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:51:42 GMT

On today's episode, Rob Dunnam discusses some issues that a lot of people struggle with and shares his advice on how to be a better student.

"Don't be afraid to let people know what's going on with you."

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Annalaura Swinea: ADHD

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

On today’s episode, Annalaura Swinea shares her journey with ADHD. She talks about the impacts that it had on her, the symptoms that she noticed, and how she has learned to thrive with it.

"It changes your life from the inside out because you are in your head all the time."

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Dr. Erica Montgomery: People Last

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:01:15 GMT

On today's episode, Dr. Montgomery shares her insight on getting through difficult times. She discusses the grief process and the feelings that can arise when you are at a low point.

"Resilient people last, people are resilient, people last. So, tough times don't last, they will pass, and you just focus on what you can control."

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Jacks Mitchell: Perseverance

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

On today’s episode, Jacks Mitchell shares his journey with scoliosis. He talks about the challenges he faced, the impact it had on his daily life, and how he found the strength to persevere through difficult moments.

"Besides being thankful for the fact that my spine is now straight and I am better from the surgery, the stuff that its been able to motivate me to do outside of it has been something that I did not expect, and it's something that I am very happy for and very grateful for."

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Dr. Andrew Hales: Social Ostracism

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:13:42 GMT

On today's episode, Dr. Hales shares his research in social ostracism. He discusses the affects of cell phone use in conversations and speculates the other effects that could take place from extended use.

"We are now walking around with a perpetually present source of distraction that we can ignore people with."

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Jack Walker: Dead Space

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:02:21 GMT

On today’s episode, Jack Walker shares his college experience. He talks about the importance of normalizing dead space and his experiences with social media and friendships.

“No one’s gonna love the person that you’re trying to be. They’re gonna love the person that you are...”

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John Broderick: Unintended Consequences

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:10 GMT

On today’s episode, John Broderick candidly shares his own ignorance surrounding mental health when it took up residence in his son. He talks about how we are depriving children of their childhood, the importance of family meals and asks us what the downside is to asking our children how they are really doing.

“Parents need to take ownership of that. I'm sorry to say that they do... and parents need to put their technology down, too. It's not just the kids who are addicted. We're all addicted to technology.”

References:

Vandenbosch, L., Fardouly, J., & Tiggemann, M. (2022). Social media and body image: Recent trends and future directions. Current opinion in psychology, 45, 101289.

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Eloise Moore: What Is Alcohol Worth To You?

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:00:11 GMT

On today’s episode, Eloise Moore shares her experience getting sober at 18. She talks about how alcohol took herself away from her, how normalized blacking out has become, her moment of surrender, and talks in-depth about the misunderstandings that surround being sober.

“Other people’s perception of normalcy can’t control my life at the end of the day… No matter what anyone else thought about me, no one else was living my life, and if alcohol was making me as miserable as it was, there were no benefits to not staying sober just to please others or out of fear.”

References:

Gerber, W. M., Hune, N. D., Wang, E. W., & Kimball, T. G. (2022). Tangible and intangible values of a CRP: A cost-benefit analysis. Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly, 40(2), 164-173.

William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education: https://olemiss.edu/magee-center/

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Brady Bramlett: You Deserve To Be Here

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:00:56 GMT

On today’s episode, Brady Bramlett shares his college experience as an NCAA and SEC Student-Athlete. He talks about how having a passion outside of baseball saved his life, his personal experience with depression, how we all need to leave our egos at the door, and reminds us that we can have multiple identities and passions.

“That’s what people don’t talk about is how condemning it is to be injured as an athlete in the mental health space. Yes, you are physically hurt, and that’s fine because, as an athlete, you know you are trained to be trained...But nobody ever talks about how stripping and how baring it can be on your mental health because your entire identity is completely taken away from you.”

References:

Putukian, M. (2016). The psychological response to injury in student-athletes: a narrative review with a focus on mental health. British journal of sports medicine, 50(3), 145-148.

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Landon Bradley: Learning To Trust

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:00:46 GMT

On today’s episode, Landon Bradley shares vulnerably about his college experience. He talks about his desire to learn Spanish in order to communicate with more people, how being a good friend transcends languages and borders, and why he believes being more personable within the healthcare system would benefit everyone.

“It was a journey of asking "Who am I?" and "What does life look like after Ole Miss?" which is a tough place to be when you don’t know what life is supposed to look like at Ole Miss.”

Content warning: This episode contains a discussion of sexual assault.

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, please contact RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 656-4673. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at (800) 662-4357. These programs provide free, confidential support 24/7.

RAINN: https://rainn.org/

SAMHSA: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

References:

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Sam Sepe: You Are Not Alone

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:00:32 GMT

On today’s episode, Sam Sepe reflects on the growth she has had over her college career. She shares about feeling alone and unworthy, her relationship with drinking, and how college can be awesome and incredible, but it doesn’t have to be the best four years of your life.

“I am not alone. I am not the only person who is hard on themself, I am not the only person who can’t drink, and I’m not the only person who feels guilt and shame. Everybody does.”

References:

Boyle, H. K., Merrill, J. E., & Carey, K. B. (2020). Location-specific social norms and personal approval of alcohol use are associated with drinking behaviors in college students. Substance use & misuse, 55(10), 1650-1659.

William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education: https://magee-center.olemiss.edu/

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Ben Jackson: You Will Always Be A Student

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:00:54 GMT

On today’s episode, Ben Jackson talks about his time at Ole Miss. He shares about being a part of the Ole Miss Band and the Center for Manufacturing Excellence (CME), being intentional about who you confide in, and how no experience is an experience wasted.

“It’s easy when you love the extra things that you do equally, as much as you do the course load that you’re taking.”

References:

Beck, J. S. (2020). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond. Guilford Publications.

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Grace Barrett: Be Vulnerable and Be Kind

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:03 GMT

On today’s episode, Grace Barrett talks about managing and coping with mental health through her college experience. She shares how her perspective on counseling and mental health has shifted, on being the friend who takes on the pain of others and about her mental health walks.

“As much as I want to be the friend that can do everything and make everything perfect, I’ve realized that I can’t.”

References:

EI predicts better task performance than IQ: Lam, L. T., & Kirby, S. L. (2002). Is emotional intelligence an advantage? An exploration of the impact of emotional and general intelligence on individual performance. The Journal of Social Psychology, 142(1), 133-143.

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Walker Jay Patterson: You're Not Going To Let Anyone Down

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:51 GMT

On today’s episode, Walker Jay Patterson talks about the merging and balancing of paths. He talks about his desire to share stories, the stigma of mental health in Southern men, the loss of two friends within a year, and his passion for the blues and history.

“Sitting there at 20 years old, giving a eulogy in front of all of my closest friends for one of my childhood friends was a really hard thing, but I was really glad I did it.”

References:

Effect of peer educators: https://www.naspa.org/files/dmfile/NPES-National-Report-2022-23.pdf

William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education: https://magee-center.olemiss.edu/

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Eliza Peters: Turn Your Mess Into Your Message

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:38 GMT

On today’s episode, Eliza Peters and her mother, Amber, talk about Eliza's hearing loss journey. They share why you should always expect excellence, the importance of being kind, and the advocacy work they do with Hear The Cheers.

“You don’t know what you don’t know and no kid ever wants to be different.... Especially when you're in second grade and you think this is your world crumbling below you.”

References:

Shoham, N., Lewis, G., Favarato, G., & Cooper, C. (2019). Prevalence of anxiety disorders and symptoms in people with hearing impairment: a systematic review. Social psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology, 54, 649-660.

Hear The Cheers Program: https://chicagohearingsociety.org/chs-hear-the-cheers-program/

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Brady Wood: Check In On Your Involved Friends

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:51 GMT

On today’s episode, Brady Wood talks about his journey in finding purpose while at The University of Mississippi. He shares about being a people pleaser, his desire to sit and get to know people and why he believes college is one of the most vulnerable times in your life.

“Embrace every side of everybody, not only the good ones that you see when they are dancing and having a good time but also, get to know what makes them cry, what makes them tick. Build more one-on-one personal relationships with people and you will find yourself the happiest you’ve ever been.”

References:

Article: How to Find Your Purpose

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Ashley Myers: Just Go For It

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:00:39 GMT

On today’s episode, Ashley Myers shares how she ended up in college when she had no intentions of doing so. She opens up about being a classically trained ballerina, what happens when you fall out of love with a passion and standing up for yourself even when you are scared.

“I think that is the biggest thing for parents....is being proud of what they've already accomplished, and just supporting your kids through that.”

References:

Ryan, R. M., & Vansteenkiste, M. (2023). Self-determination theory. In The Oxford Handbook of Self-Determination Theory (pp. 3-30). Oxford University Press.

If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at (800) 662-4357. These programs provide free, confidential support 24/7.

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Ben Oliver: A Balancing Act

Tue, 28 May 2024 10:00:23 GMT

On today’s episode, Ben Oliver reflects on his college experience. He talks about how he built his conversational abilities, the importance of defining your spaces and finding his voice through service.

“Being curious is just more fun because you learn stuff about other people that you would have never known otherwise, inside the classroom and outside the classroom.”

References:

Future so bright? Delay discounting and consideration of future consequences predict academic performance among college drinkers. Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology, 25(5), 412.

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Taylor Jones: Be A Good Person

Tue, 21 May 2024 11:00:38 GMT

On today’s episode, Taylor Jones shares her honest and nontraditional transition into college. She talks about changing your mindset towards your career, tips when interviewing for organizations, and making sure you treat the janitor the same way you would treat the CEO.

“If you are willing to open up to people and they still support you even after knowing your life story, I encourage you to keep those people in your story because they are people that truly care about you.”

References:

Gardner B, Lally P, Wardle J. Making health habitual: the psychology of 'habit-formation' and general practice. Br J Gen Pract. 2012 Dec;62(605):664-6. doi: 10.3399/bjgp12X659466. PMID: 23211256; PMCID: PMC3505409.

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Sara Austin Welch: A Heart To Serve

Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:38 GMT

On today’s episode, Sara Austin Welch shares her experience at Ole Miss, culminating with her serving as President of the Associated Student Body, about finding the good in every person and situation and how to face rejection.

“You want to be everything to everyone. At the end of the day, I'm a 21 year old girl. You know the weight of the world cannot be on my shoulders. It shouldn’t be on my shoulders.”

References:

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Logan Thornton: Choosing Your Own Path

Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:29 GMT

On today’s episode, Logan Thornton shares about his experience at Ole Miss. He talks about managing uncertainty, using your resources and how he stayed true to himself through college.

“Try your best to surround yourself with positive people. That would be my biggest piece of advice.”

References:

Gupta, M., & Sharma, A. (2021). Fear of missing out: A brief overview of origin, theoretical underpinnings and relationship with mental health. World journal of clinical cases, 9(19), 4881.
Sun, J. (2023). # ProblematicInstaUser: Motivations and the mediating role of fear of missing out among young adults. Current Psychology, 42(17), 14919-14928.
Kanter, J. W., Manos, R. C., Bowe, W. M., Baruch, D. E., Busch, A. M., & Rusch, L. C. (2010). What is behavioral activation?: A review of the empirical literature. Clinical psychology review, 30(6), 608-620.

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Miley Ray: The Power of Friendship

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:15 GMT

On today’s episode, Miley Ray shares her journey from a small high school to a large college community and the role friendship played in her transition. She talks about getting to know yourself, how to have hard conversations and not worrying about where you will be in 5 years.

“Sometimes I wish I didn’t care, but then I wouldn’t be me.”

Reference: Linehan, M. M. (2015). DBT® skills training manual (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.

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Avery Kimbrell: His Promise To Thomas

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:37 GMT

On today’s episode, Avery Kimbrell shares his journey through addiction, two treatment facilities and into recovery. He talks about learning to make himself happy, the importance of being direct and finding your 4 AM friends.

“Good people will carry you a long way if you let them.”

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of death, as well as discussions of substance use. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at (800) 662-4357. These programs provide free, confidential support 24/7.

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Reframing Recovery

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:00:09 GMT

Susan Stellin, MPH is a writer, educator, and public health consultant focusing on health-centered responses to substance use and addiction. Since earning a master's in public health at Columbia University, she has worked on projects about ways to reduce overdose deaths, reform punitive drug policies, and expand access to harm reduction services, addiction treatment, and recovery support. Graham MacIndoe, MFA is a part-time associate professor at Parsons School of Design in New York and has worked as a photographer for more than 20 years. His documentary and portrait photography focuses on a range of social justice issues, including drug policy, inequality, and criminal justice reform. In this episode, Susan and Graham talk about moving the conversation and people's thinking beyond addiction, to expanding how people think about recovery.

Reframing Recovery: https://www.reframingrecovery.org/

Susan Stellin: https://www.susanstellin.com/

Graham MacIndoe: https://www.grahammacindoe.com/

Josh Meltzer: https://joshmeltzer.com/

Book - Chancers: https://www.amazon.com/Chancers-Addiction-Prison-Recovery-Couples/dp/1101882743/

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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William Magee Institute: http://mageeinstitute.org

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Inside The Mayo Lab: Key Takeaways from Season 2

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 10:00:55 GMT

Dr. Rosenthal and Alexis distill important takeaways from their discussions this season with a range of experts and scholars, including the ever-evolving nature of wellness, the importance of self-reflection and the role of community.

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themayolab/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themayolab

William Magee Institute: http://mageeinstitute.org

Think Like A Monk by Jay Shetty: https://thinklikeamonkbook.com/?_ga=2.78731794.705813974.1699900292-1636658711.1699900292

Resources for exploring values:

https://soulsalt.com/list-of-values-and-beliefs/

https://jamesclear.com/core-values

https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/

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The Social Media Conversation

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 10:00:25 GMT

We delve into the heart of the research aimed to understand how mothers navigate social media use within their households and how it affects both their mental health and that of their children. Dr. Amanda Bradshaw, assistant professor of integrated marketing communications at the University of Mississippi, and Dr. Marquita Smith, associate dean for graduate programs and research in the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi, who conducted the research, join us to talk about their ongoing research on the role of social media in family dynamics, specifically focusing on the perspectives of mothers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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The Success Spiral

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:00:44 GMT

In this episode, Dr. Seena Haines, director for professional well-being and belonging in the Pharmacy department, explores the concept of success, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal core values with well-being and self-compassion. Dr. Haines stresses the negative impact of the success spiral, which leads people to constantly measure themselves against external standards, and the need to shift toward a more grounded, compassionate and peaceful approach to life and well-being. By stepping out of this spiral and focusing on values, play and well-being, she says, people can break free from the pursuit of conventional success metrics and find greater contentment.

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Let's Talk Therapy

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:00:33 GMT

Our guest Rev. Christie Bates is a licensed professional counselor and a mindfulness-based spiritual director. As an ordained contemplative minister, she works with some clients specifically around spirituality and mindfulness development. Christie works with people who are early in recovery as well as those who have been in recovery for a longer period of time, who are ready to do a deeper level of healing work. She talks with Alexis and Dr. Rosenthal about breaking through the stigma often attached to mental health therapy and what different aspects of "therapy" look like.

Rev. Christie Bates: https://www.passaticounseling.com/

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Why Holding Space Is Important

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:09 GMT

Depression is a household word, familiar both to those who suffer from it and those who do not. But what does it really mean? Dr. Erica Montgomery is program director for the University of MIssissippi's Counselor Education department. A strong advocate for equity in mental health, she spends time training others in best practice for delivering mental health services to underserved populations. Her professional focus is in teaching and supervising counselors in training. Dr. Montgomery talks with The Mayo Lab podcast about what depression really is, what causes it, what it looks like, and how to rise above the stigma often attached to it.

Clinic for Outreach and Personal Enrichment (COPE) - Ole Miss: http://cope.olemiss.edu

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Approach Rather Than Avoid

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:00:30 GMT

This episode features psychologist Dr. Kerry Kinney, who explores anxiety, its treatments, and the influence of social media on mental health discussions. Because anxiety is so common, Dr. Kinney shars the markers one should look out for to inform whether someone should search for treatment, such as if anxiety is getting in the way of important parts of life. She explains how one gold-standard treatment for anxieties, exposure therapy, can help by getting closer to what a patient is fearful of.

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The Impact of Community

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:05 GMT

Psychologist Dr. Nicholas McAfee, a member of the affiliate faculty at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, joins co-hosts Meagen Rosenthal, Ph.D, and Alexis Lee to explain the complexities of defining mental health and wellness, highlighting how stigma plays into discussions about mental health. Dr. McAfee notes the positive shift in younger generations with mental health, in which discussing feelings and seeking help is more normalized. And yet, diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and related mental health conditions are rising.

Mental Wellness vs Mental Health https://www.ashleytreatment.org/rehab-blog/mental-health-or-mental-wellness/

5 Domains of Well-being https://dmh.mo.gov/sites/dmh/files/media/file/2019/01/mhc-meeting-five-domains-of-wellbeing-10132016.pdf

12 Domains of Well-being https://www.act.gov.au/wellbeing/explore-overall-wellbeing

Positive Psychology definition https://positivepsychology.com/what-is-positive-psychology-definition/

World Health Organization: Effects of the Pandemic on Mental Health https://www.who.int/news/item/02-03-2022-covid-19-pandemic-triggers-25-increase-in-prevalence-of-anxiety-and-depression-worldwide

Psychologists vs. Psychiatrists vs. Therapists https://mana.md/psychologist-psychiatrist-or-therapist/

Three Good Things Intervention https://accelerate.uofuhealth.utah.edu/explore/how-to-practice-three-good-things

The Good Life Amazon Link https://www.amazon.com/Good-Life-Lessons-Scientific-Happiness/dp/198216669X

The Good Life Study https://www.adultdevelopmentstudy.org

The Good Life Book Website https://the-good-life-book.com

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral

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The Disease of Choice

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:00:31 GMT

Individuals in early recovery often feel as though they carry a “scarlet letter” of addiction, fearing that everyone can see and judge their past. This stigma is rooted in guilt and shame, and ultimately, it can deter people from becoming involved in the recovery community. In this episode, Hank Holmes, an experiential counselor at the Oxford Treatment Center, joins the podcast to discuss the active and ongoing process of recovery and delve into the stigma surrounding addiction. He shares what treatment is like for an addict, from the detoxification process to the life skills people are equipped with.

Oxford Treatment Center: https://oxfordtreatment.com

Experiential therapy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/experiential-therapy

Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org

Narcotics Anonymous: https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/

What is Narcotics Anonymous? https://www.addictioncenter.com/treatment/12-step-programs/narcotics-anonymous/

Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com

Refuge Recovery: https://www.refugerecovery.org

Darma Recovery: https://recoverydharma.org

Smart Recovery: https://www.smartrecovery.org

Detoxification process: https://www.addictioncenter.com/treatment/drug-and-alcohol-detox/

Delirium tremens: https://americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/delirium-tremens-symptoms-and-treatment

Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org

Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org

The Anonymous People: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2571226/

Pleasure Unwoven Kevin McCauley: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA8F89537FD4C3FD1

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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Don't Call People Out, Call People In

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:00:44 GMT

Dr. Liz Woodruff, a clinical psychologist, joins for the fourth episode to dives deep into the complex world of eating disorders, discussing the importance of curiosity, compassion, and open conversations.

What is the DSM-5? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24291-diagnostic-and-statistical-manual-dsm-5

DSM-5: https://repository.poltekkes-kaltim.ac.id/657/1/Diagnostic%20and%20statistical%20manual%20of%20mental%20disorders%20_%20DSM-5%20(%20PDFDrive.com%20).pdf

Anorexia DSM-5 definition and criterion: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/learn/by-eating-disorder/anorexia
Muscle dysmorphia (as a type of body dysmorphia) DSM-5 definition and criterion: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519704/table/ch3.t26/#:~:text=With%20muscle%20dysmorphia%3A%20The%20individual,which%20is%20often%20the%20case.
Bulimia DSM-5 definition and criterion: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/learn/by-eating-disorder/bulimia

Trevor Project study on eating disorders in the queer community: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/research-briefs/eating-disorders-among-lgbtq-youth-feb-2022/

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Hold Hands Instead of Shaking Them

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:06 GMT

Dr. Saurabh Bhardwaj from University of Mississippi’s Center for Innovation and Discovery in Addictions visits The Mayo Lab to discuss the science of several alcohol use disorder and steps for changing the stigma that keeps people from getting the help they need.

CIDA: https://www.umc.edu/Research/Centers-and-Institutes/Centers/Center-for-Innovation-and-Discovery-in-Addictions/Home.html

What is the DSM-5? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24291-diagnostic-and-statistical-manual-dsm-5

DSM-5: https://repository.poltekkes-kaltim.ac.id/657/1/Diagnostic%20and%20statistical%20manual%20of%20mental%20disorders%20_%20DSM-5%20(%20PDFDrive.com%20).pdf

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The Words We Use Matter

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:00:43 GMT

In the second episode of Season 2 of The Mayo Lab podcast, Courtney McKeon, the vice president of the National Stigma Initiative at Shatterproof, joins co-hosts Meagen Rosenthal, Ph.D, and Alexis Lee as they dissect how the language around addiction can unintentionally feed stigma.

Shatterproof: https://www.shatterproof.org

Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index: https://www.shatterproof.org/our-work/ending-addiction-stigma/shatterproof-addiction-stigma-Index

Shatterproof Stigma Addiction Language Guide:

https://www.in.gov/recovery/files/Stigma-AddictionLanguageGuide-v3.pdf

Study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0955395909001546?via%3Dihub

What is the DSM-5? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24291-diagnostic-and-statistical-manual-dsm-5

DSM-5: https://repository.poltekkes-kaltim.ac.id/657/1/Diagnostic%20and%20statistical%20manual%20of%20mental%20disorders%20_%20DSM-5%20(%20PDFDrive.com%20).pdf

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The Mayo Lab’s Family Story

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:00:49 GMT

Season 2 begins with Caroline and Cal Mayo, parents of Thomas Mayo for whom The Mayo Lab is named. They discuss their experience in helping Thomas with his substance issues, what they’ve learned, piercing through stigma, and their advice for families, and their hopes for the work of The Mayo Lab.

Cal Mayo Article: https://issuu.com/kappaalphaorder/docs/2023_2_summer_kaj

Thomas Hayes Mayo Lab Establishment Article: https://nowandever.olemiss.edu/stories/thomas-hayes-mayo-lab-established/

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An Introduction to Stigma

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:48 GMT

Season 2 of The Mayo Lab podcast kicks off with its first full episode on August 29, but co-hosts Meagen Rosenthal, Ph.D, and Alexis Lee got together for a mini-episode to set the stage for the overarching theme of Season 2: Stigma.

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Other References:

https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/matthewclair/files/stigma_finaldraft.pdf

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2277138/

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Dr. Ethel Scurlock on Empowering Students

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:00:02 GMT

Resilience is the ability to withstand challenges or recover quickly. As we each go through life, finding purpose is just one connection that binds us together. For Dr. Ethel Scurlock, despite her many responsibilities as an academic leader at the University of Mississippi—and as a pastor and parent—each day she takes time to find her purpose in this world. David and Dr. Scurlock talk through the pressures many young people face when finding their passions in life and the amount of resilience they must possess to achieve their goals.

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Pre-order Things Have Changed by David Magee: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731279/things-have-changed-by-david-magee/

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Measuring Success with Student Voice, Daneel Konnar

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:00:53 GMT

In this episode of Inside The Mayo Lab, we invite a student voice to the discussion. Between family, school and comparing themselves with peers, young people often encounter confusion and anxiety in attempting to measure what “success” looks like. David talks with college student Daneel Konnar, who shares keen insight on being aware of that struggle within oneself, the ways young people make choices based on flawed thinking, and better ways to measure success.

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Young Men and Mental Health with Matthew Stefanko of MANUAL

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 07:00:49 GMT

"Be tough" is the message men from every generation have heard growing up. But awareness and understanding of men’s mental health is on the rise. Matthew Stefenko, the CEO and Founder of the MANUAL visits college campuses around the country to encourage young men to become the best version of themselves. Whether it be connecting them on social media or assisting them in finding counseling, Matthew wants to break through the stigma men face in getting help.

MANUAL: https://www.manual.care

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Pre-order Things Have Changed by David Magee: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731279/things-have-changed-by-david-magee/

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Finding Moderation in an Alcohol Nation

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:00:37 GMT

You're a freshman at college. It's a school known for academics, athletics but, above all, "never losing a party." Drinking isn't just normalized but celebrated. How do you find moderation at a place like that? It can be a challenge, but scratch beneath the surface and the possibilities are endless. David, Meagen and Alexis walk through the benefits of limiting or refraining from alcohol—and how to navigate that decision.

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The Truth About Marijuana with Dr. Nicole Ashpole

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 06:00:44 GMT

In the age of TikTok, many young people get their “news” from social media. Dr. Nicole Ashpole and David talk about misinformation in the general population about how marijuana affects the brain. Adolescents have an increased chance of becoming addicted or having a marijuana disorder, however, 20-25% of people consume cannabis, and nearly 10% become addicted. David and Dr. Ashpole change the conversation toward what researchers are still learning—and still need to learn—about cannabis even after thousands of years of humans consuming it.

National Institutes of Health (NIH): https://www.nih.gov

FDA Study Referenced: https://hempindustrydaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/CBD-Marketplace-Sampling_RTC_FY20_Final.pdf

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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Not Your Father's (or Mother's) Marijuana

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 06:00:47 GMT

For generations, cannabis use was hidden behind closed doors. It was either stigmatized or laughed off by the general public. This means there's never truly been an honest, open conversation about the impacts of marijuana use—whether those are positive or negative.

But, with spikes in marijuana potency and widespread legalization, the conversation needs to happen. David, Meagen and Alexis discuss on episode 5 of Inside The Mayo Lab.

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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The Marijuana Risk for Teens with Dr. Larry Walker

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:00:30 GMT

The cultural environment around marijuana is changing rapidly, and there is much that parents and students may not understand about the effects of cannabis on young people’s brains and their mental health. In this episode of The Mayo Lab podcast, Dr. Larry Walker and David talk about the importance of understanding that, as David puts it, this is not your parents’ or grandparents’ mild marijuana. Marijuana is exponentially more powerful—and often more dangerous and, in fact, addictive—now than it was in recent decades.

Dr. Larry Walker is the interim director of the National Center for Cannabis Research and Education (NCCRE) at the School of Pharmacy at the University of Mississippi and director emeritus of the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University. Larry earned his B.A. in Biology at Oglethorpe University, his BS in Pharmacy at Mercer University, and his Ph.D. in Pharmacology at Vanderbilt University.

Links available regarding Dr. Walker's Research: https://themayolab.com/podcast-episodes/s1e5

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The Smartphone and Social Media Dilemma

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:00:01 GMT

Most of today's children, teens and young adults barely remember—or never knew—a world without smartphones and social media. Whether we like it or not, these devices and apps are a part of life but they don't have to control us. In this episode of Inside The Mayo Lab, David, Alexis and Meagen discuss their own challenges with smartphones and social media, as well as ways they've used them to find connection without sacrificing their peace of mind.

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themayolab

William Magee Institute: http://mageeinstitute.org

Pre-order Things Have Changed by David Magee: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731279/things-have-changed-by-david-magee/

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Is Adderall Overprescribed? with Dr. Sujith Ramachandran

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:00:16 GMT

Opioid addiction—and resulting overdoses and deaths—get a lot of headlines and rightly so. But addiction to, misuse of, and overdoses involving prescription stimulants have increased exponentially, with relatively little discussion. Researcher Dr. Sujith Ramachandran notes that all prescription drugs have the potential for misuse, but says misdiagnosis of ADHD and overprescription of stimulants greatly increase the likelihood of abuse of stimulants. As an assistant professor in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Mississippi and assistant director of the Center for Pharmaceutical Marketing & Management, Sujith’s research involves healthcare policy, quality measures, and prescription drug abuse.

In this episode of The Mayo Lab Podcast, Sujith and David discuss the widespread—but under-discussed—issue of addiction to prescription stimulants and getting to the root of the culture of over-prescription.

Dr. Sujith Ramachandran: https://www.drsujithram.com

Subtle ADHD Malingering Screener: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1073191118773881?journalCode=asma

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The Parent, Family Role in Student Lives

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:00:02 GMT

When it comes to mental health and substance misuse, students are suffering. But parents aren't doing much better. That's why, although The Mayo Lab's schools program is aimed at students, the team hopes to reach their parents, too. By looking critically at their own wellbeing and relationship to substances, parents have the opportunity to take better care of themselves and have more authentic conversations with their children.

NIH Study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4385271/

Parenting Matters Study: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/childdevelopment/features/parenting-matters.html

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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Dr. Travita Godfrey: How Can Students Get, Stay Sober in High School

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 06:00:22 GMT

Substance misuse is a problem. But that’s not the root problem, says guest Dr. Travita Gordon, principal of Fortis Academy in Harris County, Texas, which aims to both educate students and support their sobriety. Being the principal of one of only 40 recovery high schools in the United States isn’t always easy. But it’s always rewarding, Travita says. Substance misuse, she says, is typically a response to a different, deeper hurt or pain.

In this episode of The Mayo Lab Podcast, Travita tells David how she came to this work and how Fortis uses everything from cooking classes to a poodle named Blake to help students find their joy. Travita and David also discuss how parents can take a step back to identify the root cause of substance misuse.

Dr. Travita Godfrey: https://www.hcde-texas.org/Page/834

Fortis Academy: https://www.hcde-texas.org/Fortis

The Mayo Lab: http://themayolab.com

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William Magee Institute: http://mageeinstitute.org

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The Need to Reach Students Earlier

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:00:12 GMT

Parents and educators increasingly recognize the need for a different conversation about mental health and substance misuse among high schoolers. But why are schools often hesitant to let younger students join the conversation? On this episode of Inside The Mayo Lab, the team breaks down these understandable concerns and fears. They also discuss how the Lab's schools program is trying to push past them to make change and save lives.

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/

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Dr. Adam Downs: What Good Fraternity Culture Looks Like

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 07:00:37 GMT

In September 2022, Dr. Adam Downs celebrated 21 years of sobriety. After struggling with addiction in his early adult life, he made it his mission to foster and develop mental health services for college students transitioning into young adulthood. That led him to get his Ph.D., become a licensed therapist and co-found What Good Looks Like (WGLL). Adam and WGLL partner with Greek organizations on a daily basis, helping them to support their members, navigate the pressures of college life and establish structures to support mental wellness.

Host David Magee, like Adam, has seen how drug addiction and transitions can affect a young adult's life. In this episode of The Mayo Lab Podcast, David and Adam talk about how brotherly love has to be reimagined in order to save the lives of young people struggling with substance misuse or mental health concerns.

What Good Looks Like: https://www.whatgoodlookslikellc.com

Adam Downs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adambdownsphd/?hl=en

The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com

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Our Approach to the Student Mental Health & Substance Misuse Crisis

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:00:17 GMT

Our Inside The Mayo Lab series offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking work of the University of Mississippi's Thomas Hayes Mayo Lab. Each Thursday, we’ll release shorter conversations between David Magee, Dr. Meagen Rosenthal and Alexis Lee about what it takes to change the conversation around student mental health and substance misuse.

On this first episode of Inside the Mayo Lab, David, Meagen and Alexis outline the lab's approach to the crisis America's children, teens and young adults are facing. They discuss what makes the Mayo Lab different: the "magic mix," as David puts it, of innovative research to uncover solutions and engaging storytelling to bring those solutions to those who need them.

Referenced Study: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/pdf/YRBS_Data-Summary-Trends_Report2023_508.pdf

Referenced Study: https://www.cdc.gov/nchhstp/newsroom/fact-sheets/healthy-youth/sadness-and-violence-among-teen-girls-and-LGBQ-youth-factsheet.html

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Entrepreneur and Recovery Champion Zac Clark: How Students, Families Find Recovery

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:00:20 GMT

Zac Clark is recognizable to many from his appearance in season 16 of The Bachelorette. On that show, he opened up about his sobriety, which came after struggling with drug addiction. Since then, Zac has been more than just open; he’s taken action to help others as a recovery and mental health advocate—including cofounding Release Recovery, an addiction recovery program in Westchester, New York, in 2017. After 11 years in behavioral healthcare, Zac thought he’d seen it all—until he embarked on a recent college tour. He found, as David would say, that “things have changed.” College students are desperate for connection and resources and to know that they aren’t alone.

In this episode of The Mayo Lab Podcast, David and Zac talk about how the tour inspired Zac in his work not just with students suffering from addiction but with their families. By involving families in the recovery process, Zac finds more success in helping students find the joy they want and deserve.

Release Recovery: https://releaserecovery.com

Releaser Recovery Foundation: https://www.releaserecoveryfoundation.org

Zac Clark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zwclark/?hl=en

Texas Tech Study: https://today.ttu.edu/posts/2019/04/Stories/addiction-recovery-research

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Launching February 28, 2023: The Mayo Lab Podcast

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 16:48:29 GMT

Bestselling author and national recovery advocate David Magee tackles tough yet necessary discussions about mental health and substance misuse among American teens and young adults. Join David as he unravels the crisis and equips parents, educators and students to start a different conversation in their own lives. Show guests include students, parents, educators and research innovators, resulting in a one-of-its-kind program aimed at helping students and families find lasting wellbeing. The Thomas Hayes Mayo Lab is a part of the William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing at the University of Mississippi.

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