Join Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a resident psychiatry doctor at Harvard Medical School, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, as they conduct insightful interviews with experts in the field of psychiatry. With the help of comedians, they navigate discussions on topics such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more, aiming to debunk misinformation and demystify mental health. Their goal is to destigmatize these issues through a blend of expertise and humor, making listeners feel understood and supported. After listening, you’ll hopefully realize, “Wow, SSRI’m OK.”
*Serious side effects may include laughter. In rare cases, healing may occur.
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Join Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a resident psychiatry doctor at Harvard Medical School, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, as they conduct insightful interviews with experts in the field of psychiatry. With the help of comedians, they navigate discussions on topics such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more, aiming to debunk misinformation and demystify mental health. Their goal is to destigmatize these issues through a blend of expertise and humor, making listeners feel understood and supported. After listening, you’ll hopefully realize, “Wow, SSRI’m OK.”
*Serious side effects may include laughter. In rare cases, healing may occur.
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by standup comedian Scotty Cav to talk about sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is surprisingly common, yet many people don’t even realize they have it. We break down exactly what sleep apnea is — a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep — and discuss the two main types: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the more common form caused by physical blockage of the airway, and central sleep apnea, which happens when the brain doesn't send the right signals to the muscles that control breathing. We also cover the serious health risks that can come with untreated sleep apnea, including high blood pressure, heart problems, and cognitive issues. Interestingly, sleep apnea can sometimes mimic symptoms of ADHD, making it even trickier to spot. We introduce listeners to the STOP-BANG questionnaire, a simple screening tool that can help identify potential sleep apnea risk. Scotty Cav shares his personal journey of undergoing a sleep study, getting diagnosed, and adjusting to life with a CPAP machine and mask. We also touch on different types of CPAP masks and explore alternatives for those who struggle with CPAP therapy. If you think you might be dealing with sleep apnea, this episode is a reminder to talk to your doctor and take the first steps toward better sleep — and better health.
Resources Mentioned:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2764461
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24443-obstructive-sleep-apnea-osa
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459252/
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SSRI’M OK
Join Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a resident psychiatry doctor at Harvard Medical School, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, as they conduct insightful interviews with experts in the field of psychiatry. With the help of comedians, they navigate discussions on topics such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more, aiming to debunk misinformation and demystify mental health. Their goal is to destigmatize these issues through a blend of expertise and humor, making listeners feel understood and supported. After listening, you’ll hopefully realize, “Wow, SSRI’m OK.”
*Serious side effects may include laughter. In rare cases, healing may occur.
