{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ditch The Labcoat","title":"The Psychiatrists Chair: Self Care with Dr Sanjeev Sockalingam","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3479,"description":"DISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.       Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University.  In today's episode, host Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with the esteemed Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam, a champion of mental health integration and connection with roles at the University of Toronto and CAMH. Together, they delve into the critical importance of destigmatizing mental health, emphasizing equal treatment for mental and physical health impairments.From practical self-care approaches and the impact of social determinants on wellness to the challenge of balancing extreme cases and everyday stress, Dr. Sockalingam shares profound insights. They humorously touch on screening calls and the evolution of talk therapy, while seriously addressing the rising mental health crisis linked to technology and social media.Join us as we explore the intricacies of mental health care, the importance of finding purpose and meaning, and the evolving landscape of therapy. Dr. Bonta's reflections and personal experiences add depth, making this episode not just informative but also deeply personal and inspiring. Let's dive in and...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/78KYjXFcQ3Y2OZVU5tCcoRPK0Vf5k9E3baHbhaZSKZo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iN2Yy/MGNhMDc5M2U1MTU2/NTI4ZjNiZjhhNmRl/NzBmOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}