The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides

Do you suffer from Seasonal Depression? You are not alone. Welcome to 9/5/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Fall is almost here - and the days getting shorter and shorter. For many, this is a wonderful time of the year.  For some however, the changing of the seasons can bring a difficult change in mood. This week, Dr. Zafirides covers the topic of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). He discusses the causes and common symptoms of SAD. Finally, he reviews the most effective treatment for SAD... and it isn't a drug!! Join us and get the facts on SAD. You'll be glad you did. In Health News:1.  How an Anti-Inflammatory Drug Offers New Hope... for Depression2.  Chronic Stress is Linked to High Risk of Stroke  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Feeling stressed out? You are not alone.  Welcome to 8/29/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. These days, stress comes at us from all directions. And if we aren't careful, stress can take tremendous toll on our health - both emotionally and physically.  This week, Dr. Z reviews the very latest information on the science of stress. Dr. Z also reveals what he believes to be the single most important way to effectively reduce stress in your life - and it's not what you think. Join us for a great discussion. Your body will thank you!!   In Health News:1. Chronic Stress Exposure in Fathers Leads to Anxiety Disorders in Daughters2. 'Happiness' Gene is Discovered in Women  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Do You Want To Be A Better Listener?  Welcome to 8/22/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This week, Dr. Z discusses the art of listening. Dr. Z reveals the common listening mistakes we all make that can negatively affect our relationships. He then offers 4 simple steps that can have you listening better - beginning  today! You don't want to miss this broadcast of The Healthy Mind. Join us...and Listen Up!!    In Health News:1. How Stress Damages Your DNA 2. Transforming Anger Into Creativity  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Is your glass half-empty or half-full?   Welcome to 8/15/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This week, Dr. Z discusses the effect of positive and negative thought patterns in our overall health. He discusses how negative thought patterns arise and how they impact our life. He also provides very practical tips you can start using today - to think more positively and reduce those negative thoughts. Please join us for this very special broadcast. You'll be happy you did!!  In Health News:1. How Mindfulness Meditation Reduces Loneliness 2. Even Positive Feedback Can Have a Negative Impact on Performance  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Welcome to 8/8/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Stress is everywhere today. Left unchecked, stress not only causes emotional distress, but stress can cause physical disease. In this week's podcast, Dr. Z discusses the very latest research on how stress, anxiety and depression attacks us physically. This is key information you and your family need to know to stay healthy. Please join Dr. Z for this very important podcast. In Health News:1. How a Nasal Spray Can Make You a Better Judge of Character2. Study: Telling Fewer Lies is Linked To Better Health   All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! NOTE: Any medical information published on this website is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice and you should not take any action before consulting with a health care professional. For more information, please read our TERMS AND CONDITIONS. 

Are You Addicted to the Internet?  Welcome to 8/2/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. While time spent online can be wonderfully productive, compulsive internet use can interfere with daily life, work, and relationships. This week, Dr. Z tackles the topic of Internet Addiction. He discusses the signs and symptoms of Internet Addiction and ways to balance your life -  both online and off. While studies show that 1 in 8 Americans suffer from problematic internet use, the scope of the problem is truly global. Please join Dr. Z for this very important podcast. In Health News:1. Study: Even Mild Depression and Anxiety Can Shorten a Person's Life2. PTSD: A New Treatment Offers Real Hope All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! NOTE: Any medical information published on this website is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice and you should not take any action before consulting with a health care professional. For more information, please read our TERMS AND CONDITIONS. 

Welcome to 7/25/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Do you suffer from insomnia? Are you worried about what type of sleep you will get this evening? Well, YOU ARE NOT ALONE! This week Dr. Zafirides tackles the subject of insomnia. He discusses the scope of the problem and the negative effect poor sleep has on our overall health and well-being. Dr. Z also reveals three important tips to getting a better night's sleep - starting tonight! If you or a loved one suffers from insomnia, you won't want to miss this very special show. Please join us!!     In Health News:1. Why Some Forms of Multitasking are More Dangerous Than Others2. How Yoga and Meditation Reduce Stress: It's All About Inflammation All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! NOTE: Any medical information published on this website is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice and you should not take any action before consulting with a health care professional. For more information, please read our TERMS AND CONDITIONS.   

Welcome to 7/18/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This week, Dr. Z takes on the topic of achieving success in our life. We all have hopes and dreams, yet so many people fall short of their true potential. Why does this happen? In this week's podcast, Dr. Z reviews the most common psychological barriers that get in the way of our success and how to properly identify them. He then provides some very practical, easy tips to help on your journey to a happier and healthier life. This is a very special broadcast that you just don't want to miss. Please join us!! In Health News:1. How Chronic Anxiety May Make You Age Faster2. Attention Parents!! Putting Children First Can Ruin Your Health! All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Welcome to 7/11/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Do your emotions tend get the best of you? Whether anger, anxiety or even the physical pain of PPD/TMS, emotions can - and often do - trump logic. Why does this happen? Would you believe there is a very important, survival-based benefit to this relationship between emotions and logic? Well this week, Dr. Z discusses the reasons why our emotions have the power to dominate over logic, how to recognize when this is happening and tips on how to utilize compassion and forgiveness to triumph over both your emotional and physical pain! You can't afford to miss this very special broadcast. Join us!! In Health News:1. Dynorphins: Why Your Anxiety Just Won't Go Away (a ground breaking study!!)2. Choosing a Meditation Style That Is Best For You All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Welcome to 7/4/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Do you suffer from chronic pain? You are not alone. This week, Dr. Z's topic is the Mind-Body Connection. Specifically, he discusses how our emotions manifest themselves as real physical symptoms - like chronic pain. Stay informed and empowered as Dr. Z reviews the very latest scientific research into this phenomenon. Never doubt how truly powerful you are. Join us for a very important discussion.     In Health News:1. Childhood Trauma Increases the Risk of Depression and Chronic Inflammation 2. The Healing Power of Daydreaming and Mindful Reflection All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! Happy Independence Day from The Healthy Mind!!!  

Welcome to 6/27/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This may be the most important podcast episode of The Healthy Mind ever. Please join Dr. Z as he discusses the incredible power of our thoughts. He explains how what we think literally determines what we become. He discusses the critical role our thoughts and beliefs play in determining our overall health. This is a very special episode that has the potential to radically transform your life - both emotionally and physically. You are so much more powerful than you can possibly imagine! Come and learn how to tap into this strength, for it is within you already!!. Come and learn the secret that is hidden in plain view! In Health News:1. Omega-3 Supplements Reduce Inflammation In Overweight Adults2. Don't Blame the TV! Parents Turn Kids Into Couch Potatoes All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Welcome to 6/20/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This week, Dr. Zafirides discusses the positive, strengthening aspects of failure and adversity. He explains the common negative assumptions we all make (you are not alone!!) during times of adversity. Dr. Z also reveals some of the best ways to effectively keep a positive perspective during times of adversity. No self-help mantras here, just practical wisdom that challenges you to grow. Never doubt your strength!  After listening to this podcast, you will never look at failure the same way again. Join us!!  In Health News:1. Teaching Kids Persistence: What Every Parent Needs to Know2. The Painful Consequences of Parental Rejection  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!!

Welcome to 6/13/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Do you - or someone you love - have a problem with anger? Did you know that most of the anger we feel often has very little to do with what we actually think we are angry about? This week, Dr. Zafirides devotes the podcast to a discussion on anger. He discusses the roots of our anger and effective ways we can control it, before it takes control of us! Join us for this most important podcast. You will be so glad you did!!  In Health News:1. How Insomnia Leads to Increased Anxiety Levels2. The Unconscious Message in Your Facebook Profile Photo  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! 

Welcome to 6/6/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. This week, Dr. Zafirides discusses the importance of setting limits in our lives and actively taking time out of the day to relax and just be. He explains how dedicating just a few minutes day to our own emotional health and well-being can have an incredibly positive effect on our happiness, productivity and health. Join us to learn the powerful psychology behind such a simple change in behavior. Don't miss this podcast!!   In Health News:1. Why Positive People Make Us Feel So Happy2. Freud Was Right! Depression IS Linked To Feelings Of Guilt  All this, and “The Healthy Mind Headlines” on this week’s podcast! Welcome!! 

Welcome to 5/30/12 podcast of The Healthy Mind with Dr. Zafirides. Given the recent birth of Dr. Z's daughter (5/29), this week's podcast is an encore presentation of Dr. Z's interview with Dr. Barry Sears as they discuss the role of fish oil in our health. This interview has been one of the most popular episodes of The Healthy Mind podcast. Dr. Zafirides will be back next week with a brand new show. Thank you so much for your support of the podcast and have a great week everyone!!!