#223: Unlock The Secrets Of Understanding And Treating Mental Illness With Renowned Psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston

<p>What’s one thing you wish your loved ones knew about mental health? This is a profound question that truly spotlights how society has misunderstood mental illness. Renowned psychiatrist and coach, Dr. Mark Goulston, joins me on the show to discuss the powerful concept of "Surgical Empathy" and how it can change the way we understand and treat mental illness. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Goulston shares his personal journey as a psychiatrist and how society's understanding of depression has evolved over time. We also discuss the impact of parents not understanding their children and how it can lead to suicidal thoughts, as well as tactics for having meaningful conversations with your children. Tune in now to learn the four prompts that can help you dig deep and get your children to open up to you.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Discussion points</strong></p> <p>04:22 Mark explains “Surgical Empathy”<br /> 10:05 More about “The Big Issue” and how it helps homeless people<br /> 11:12 Mark’s career as a psychiatrist<br /> 12:42 Has society defined depression over the years<br /> 14:00 The difference between bipolar 1 and bipolar 2 disorder<br /> 17:13 Spencer’s personal mental health journey<br /> 23:35 How Mark listens to peoples’ minds<br /> 25:05 Mark shares the moment he knew that he would become a psychiatrist<br /> 29:34 Mark reflects on an example of listening into peoples’ eyes<br /> 34:23 How to listen into peoples’ souls<br /> 38:06 How children become suicidal<br /> 49:00 The film “What I Wish My Parents Knew” and why Mark is excited about its release<br /> 55:24 How to have heart-to-heart conversations with your children<br /> 59:05 The four prompts to dig deep and get your children to open up to you</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Sponsors: </strong></p> <p>Arabian Business: The region’s leading source of business news, analytics, thought-leadership and features. [https://www.arabianbusiness.com/]</p> <p>Vault Hill: A blockchain-based technology company with an ecosystem comprising of