Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.
Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.
Wellness and Health Through Written Expression with Joshua Smyth, PhD
Wellness and Health Through Written Expression with Joshua Smyth, PhD
Wellness and Health Through Written Expression with Joshua Smyth, PhD
Thursday 22nd December 2016
Explore how expressive writing can enhance mental health with Dr. Joshua Smyth on 'Whole Body Mental Health Radio'.
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Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!The Healing Power of Words: Dr. Joshua Smyth on Expressive Writing
Language and narrative may fundamentally change our memory and even our neurological representations of traumatic and stressful memories, in ways that were more effective than some of these other creative and expressive therapies.
Can writing really help heal the mind and body? In this episode of 'Whole Body Mental Health Radio', Dr. Jose Calderon-Abbo sits down with Dr. Joshua Smyth, a professor of biobehavioral health and medicine at Penn State and Hershey Medical Center, to explore this fascinating question. Dr. Smyth shares his extensive research on how expressive writing can reshape our memories of trauma and stress, potentially leading to better psychological well-being and even improved job performance. Dr.
Smyth explains the fight-or-flight reflex and how constantly ruminating on stressors can trigger self-induced stress responses, even when there's no immediate danger. He highlights the benefits of expressive writing, such as enhanced emotional processing and reduced stress levels. The conversation also touches on the use of graded exposure and habituation techniques in writing, as well as the potential for mobile technology to support health treatments.
The episode emphasizes the importance of considering the consequences before sharing personal experiences and underscores the value of having a supportive social network. As Dr. Calderon-Abbo and Dr. Smyth wrap up their discussion, they invite listeners to join Humpfest, an event aimed at raising funds for Whiv fm and increasing HIV awareness, featuring live music and free on-site HIV testing. The episode concludes with a musical performance by Band of Skulls.
If you're curious about how putting pen to paper can transform your mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips. Tune in to discover the healing power of expressive writing.