Empathy and Suicide Prevention with Dr. Goulston
Episode Overview
Exploration of mental health and its intimacy. Understanding suicide prevention tactics. Empathy's role in therapy sessions. The importance of community support. Significance of Teen Health Week discussions.
Once you're in and you keep people company there, you leave an empathic drain in there and they granulate out with hope.
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker is joined by Dr. Mark Goulston, Frank King, and Reiko to discuss the vital topic of suicide awareness and prevention. Dr. Mark Goulston, a renowned psychiatrist, former FBI hostage negotiation trainer, and best-selling author, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, making this conversation both impactful and memorable.
As the world observes Teen Health Week, the podcast delves into the critical discussions surrounding mental health and suicide prevention. Dr. Goulston emphasizes the importance of empathy in therapy, suggesting that when individuals feel unpaired with their future, they often experience hopelessness and helplessness. He shares a personal story about overcoming such feelings and finding hope through family connections, specifically becoming a grandfather.
Frank King, known as the mental health comedian, adds his unique perspective, discussing the need to maintain high energy and how he and Dr. Goulston balance each other in conversation. Reiko, a Japanese pop singer and suicide prevention advocate, shares her experience with depression, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and providing support. The episode underscores the power of community and the role of podcasts like Mental Health News Radio in offering a space for open and vulnerable conversations.
It encourages listeners to recognize that they are not alone in their struggles and that there is strength in sharing and connecting. Listeners are also encouraged to support sponsors like ZenCharts, MyGenetics, and CopeNotes, whose contributions help keep the podcast on air. The episode closes with a heartfelt goodbye from Miles, the resident therapy dog, and a reminder of the show's commitment to cordiality and mutual support.