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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.”
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.
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.
In this bonus episode, guests Susan Stellin and Graham MacIndoe delve into the multifaceted nature of substance use disorder, recovery and the role of storytelling in dispelling stereotypes.
In this season finale, co-hosts Dr. Meagan Rosenthal and Alexis Lee discuss the ever-evolving nature of wellness, the importance of self-reflection and the role of community—sharing important takeaways from the season.
In this episode, Dr. Amanda Bradshaw and Dr. Marquita Smith engage in a discussion about the role of social media in mothers and children. They explore how mothers navigated the challenges of social comparison and value modeling while emphasizing the importance of adaptability and open conversations with children about digital media.
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.
With guest Rev. Christie Bates, a licensed professional counselor and a mindfulness-based spiritual director—a well as an ordained contemplative minister—we we explore the therapy landscape in Mississippi, unravel the roots of stigma within our socioeconomic climate, and work together to foster understanding and acceptance.
This episode features counselor Dr. Erica Montgomery, clinic director of COPE, who discusses the impact of stigma on mental health, depression and the importance of sharing evidence-based information.
This episode features psychologist Dr. Kerry Kinney, who explores anxiety, its treatments, and the influence of social media on mental health discussions.
This episode, psychologist Dr. Nick McAfee discusses the evolving landscape of mental health and wellness and shares practical strategies for improving mental well-being.
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.
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.
Dr. Saurabh Bhardwaj from University of Mississippi’s Center for Innovation and Discovery in Addictions visited 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.
Courtney McKeon from Shatterproof joins for Episode 2 of Season 2 to speak about the impact words have on substance use disorder stigma — and how we can combat that stigma with stories, questions and language.
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, their advice for families, and their hopes for the work of The Mayo Lab.
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 set the stage for the overarching theme of Season 2: Stigma.
Reflections and practical advice about the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent advisory, “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation.”
A few points of advice for parents to consider in how they are modeling alcohol use.
For teens, the toll that lack of sleep can take on their mental health can be staggering. Why is this sleep deficiency happening, and what can be done about it?
With many grads set to enter the work force, the need to prepare them to cope with life's stresses is high. Here are 5 tips from national recovery advocate David Magee on empowering kids to navigate life's challenges.
In May 2023, on the heels of a Youth Mental Health advisory, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy sounded the alarms about an easy-to-miss but devastating public health crisis: the rise in loneliness and isolation among Americans of all ages.
David Magee, host of The Mayo Lab Podcast, offers seven critical concepts parents and educators should understand and tactics they should use in guiding young people.
Recent studies point to a correlation between social media use and favorable opinions on substances. What can adults do to help kids interact with social media in healthy way?
There’s no doubt about it: Many of our young people use marijuana on a regular basis. While research on the effect of marijuana on young people is still in its early stages, some valuable lessons have already been learned.
Since 1949, the United States has marked May as Mental Health Awareness Month. In 2023, we’re in the midst of a youth mental health crisis—with one in six American youth suffering from a mental illness each year, but only half receiving treatment, according to NAMI.
Recent reports from the CDC show that young people’s mental health continues to worsen. Young women, in particular, fare far worse in many issues. Conversations in Season One of Inside the Mayo Lab podcast, produced powerful insights on this critical issue—and takeaways on how to address it.
On an episode of Inside The Mayo Lab, The Mayo Lab’s team offered their thoughts on how families can begin solving the teen mental health and substance misuse crisis at home through reflection, conversation and honesty.
Dr. Ethel Scurlock has a lot on her plate. As Dean of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, Associate Professor of English and African American Studies, Senior Fellow of the Luckyday Residential College, and the pastor at two churches, she understands the demands of a busy life—and that her purpose propels her through it all.
The Mayo Lab Podcast has touched on everything from the rising potency of marijuana to finding purpose as a college student. We compiled three key takeaways about sobriety from The Mayo Lab Podcast to chew on while you’re waiting for Season I to resume this fall.