Our collective experience of over 70 years in the psychiatric field equips us with unique experience and insights, which we hope to share with both the general public and our professional peers. Throughout the series, we will examine various mental health conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders –while fostering a deeper understanding of these critical issues. Through our new podcast – Docs Tracey and Paul Discuss it All – we aspire to provide a platform for open dialogue, reducing stigma and enhancing awareness regarding the complexities of mental health.

**DISCLAIMER: This podcast discusses mental health topics that may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. The information shared is for educational and general discussion purposes only, and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your own qualified healthcare professional for guidance tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.

If you are in crisis, reach out to a local mental health provider or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.

Psychiatric illness is unequivocally the foremost public health challenge confronting our society today. In this discourse, Docs Tracey and Paul (Dr. Paul E. Keck Jr., MD and Dr. Tracey Goodman Skale, MD) endeavor to illuminate the pervasive nature of mental health issues, and create public awareness and understanding of the signs and symptoms associated with various psychiatric disorders.

The goal of our podcast is to empower every day people – and mental health professionals – to recognize potential mental health struggles in themselves and those around them, and helping to facilitate timely access to appropriate care. In each episode, we'll explore the complexities of mental illness and dispel prevalent myths that cloud public perception.

With nearly 70 years of combined expertise in psychiatry, Docs Tracey and Paul are dedicated to fostering a compassionate dialogue surrounding mental health, ultimately advocating for the dignity and respect of those affected by mental illness.

**DISCLAIMER: This podcast discusses mental health topics that may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. The information shared is for educational and general discussion purposes only, and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your own qualified healthcare professional for guidance tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.

If you are in crisis, reach out to a local mental health provider or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.