{"podcast":{"title":"The Addicted Mind Podcast","slug":"the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279","podcast_index_feed_id":444279,"rss_url":"https://rss.art19.com/the-addicted-mind","website_url":"https://art19.com/shows/the-addicted-mind","image_url":"https://content.production.cdn.art19.com/images/dd/ac/a7/38/ddaca738-b186-42db-a080-47f391390bde/afe90945cf697f161594043b48ab8bc1b5e4dc05c0a3d762bc1a08710ecf72408e72e99de0bdefad948634d00d26a6e2cbc1b1519fc8f76bd72b204aa7cf290a.jpeg","author":"Duane Osterlind, LMFT","episode_count":504,"summary":"\"The Addicted Mind Podcast\" offers hope, understanding, and guidance for those dealing with addiction, with real stories and research to inspire and show the journey to recovery is worth it. We're here to do more than just talk about addiction. We want to show you how to heal and recover. Our talks with experts and people who have beaten addiction give you important insights into how addiction affects the mind and how recovery can happen in many ways. Whether we're looking at new treatment ideas or sharing stories that inspire, \"The Addicted Mind Podcast\" is all about understanding the complex world of addiction recovery and showing that recovery is possible. If you or someone you care about is dealing with the challenges of addiction, let \"The Addicted Mind Podcast\" be your friend and guide. We aim to give you the knowledge you need, share stories that inspire you, and show you that the journey to recovery is worth it. Subscribe now to be part of a community focused on learning, healing, and changing for the better. Your journey to a healthier mind and life begins right here.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T20:20:01.494829+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 374: Rethinking Prevention: Navigating the Youth Mental Health & Digital Crisis with Dr. Rachel Docekal","slug":"episode-374-rethinking-prevention-navigating-the-youth-mental-health-digital-crisis-with-dr-rachel-docekal","published_at":"2026-03-02T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279/episode-374-rethinking-prevention-navigating-the-youth-mental-health-digital-crisis-with-dr-rachel-docekal","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279","url":"https://rss.art19.com/episodes/5ed1bc17-b304-4051-ac72-7312947ec292.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIg90cmFuc2NyaWJyBjoGRVQ%3D--952c5701c84ad333c69d5faa668f8177091704f0","audio_url":"https://rss.art19.com/episodes/5ed1bc17-b304-4051-ac72-7312947ec292.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIg90cmFuc2NyaWJyBjoGRVQ%3D--952c5701c84ad333c69d5faa668f8177091704f0","summary":"In this episode, Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Rachel Docekal to discuss the shifting landscape of youth addiction and mental health. With over 40 years of history, the Hanley Foundation is moving beyond the \"Just Say No\" era into evidence-based prevention that addresses the root causes of use: isolation, digital addiction, and the mental health fallout of the post-COVID world. Key Takeaways The \"Double Whammy\" of COVID & Smartphones: Dr. Docekal highlights how the combination of pandemic isolation and the rise of social media \"highlight reels\" has created a surge in anxiety and depression among youth. The Shift in Treatment: For the first time, the Hanley Center has had to dedicate primary beds specifically to mental health (not just detox), reflecting a crisis where substances are often a secondary symptom of internal distress. The THC Trap: They discuss the alarming trend of high-potency marijuana causing psychiatric breaks in young people—and the frightening reality that for some, the cognitive changes may be permanent. Connection Over Correction: The core of the issue is often a loss of \"true human connection.\" From families on phones at dinner to the addictive nature of algorithms, the \"nemesis\" in the pocket is often the biggest barrier to wellness. Innovative Prevention Programs The Hanley Foundation is pioneering programs that treat students with dignity rather than just discipline. Program Focus Replacing \"Zero Tolerance\"Instead of suspension/expulsion, students caught using enter a series of counseling sessions that include their parents. Alcohol Literacy Challenge De-bunking MythsThis program uses science to show kids that the \"positive\" effects they expect from alcohol (confidence, better dancing) are actually psychological, not pharmacological.A…","meta_description":"In this episode, Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Rachel Docekal to discuss the shifting landscape of youth addiction and mental health. 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