OK State of Mind

Aug 19 2024 29 mins

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OK State of Mind seeks to satisfy inquisitive minds eager to delve into the realm of mental health and overall well-being.

Join us on a journey to gain insights shared by mental health experts, draw inspiration from remarkable stories of resilience forged by those who've navigated challenging paths, and unveil the intricate science that underpins our thoughts and emotions – a sort of 'invisibilia' if you will. Through these explorations, we aim to illuminate the captivating 'whys' behind our cognitive and emotional selves, hopefully unraveling the complexities that shape our behaviors, feelings, and perspectives.

This podcast is produced by Family & Children's Services based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Learn more at www.fcsok.org and www.okstateofmind.com.

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Appropriate Levels of Care for Severe Mental Illness

Aug 19 2024 18 mins

How can individuals who suffer from severe mental illness receive they care they need upon transitioning out of inpatient care facilities? Support during this period of transition is critical to those in need to help them avoid bouncing back into inpatient facilities or suffering alone in their homes, or worse, on the streets or wrapped up in the criminal justice system.Program of

Mental Wellness During the Summer Months

Jul 23 2024 28 mins

While the summer months often provide great opportunities for family members to connect with each other, they may also introduce some challenges to family wellness. In today's episode, we speak with Lorri Perez, Senior Program Director for the Child and Family Strengthening Center at FCS, about how to handle summertime situations such as vacation stress, adolescent screen time, exp

The Power of Protective and Compensatory Experiences

Jun 19 2024 50 mins

In this episode of "OK State of Mind," host Dee Harris is joined by Dr. Jennifer Hayes Grudeau and Dr. Amanda Sheffield Morris from Oklahoma State University, along with special guest Christine Marsh from Family & Children's Services. Check our our previous conversation with Jennifer and Amanda in our episode titled "Moving Beyond Adverse Childhood Experiences: ACES and PACES."

Understanding Maternal Mental Health

May 21 2024 25 mins

According to CDC research, postpartum depression impacts roughly 1 in 8 women who go through a childbirth experience. But what is “postpartum depression”? How is defined, how does it differ from general depression, what are the symptoms, and how can it be addressed by moms, their families, and the medical community. We’ll examine these questions and more in this episode of OK

From Incarceration to Inspiration

May 09 2024 32 mins

Prepare to be inspired by this episode – a personal success story about one woman’s path from incarceration to a thriving career in none other than the mental health industry. With the guidance and support of the FCS Women in Recovery diversion program and one employee in particular – who also takes part in this episode – our guest altered her life’s trajectory from one o

Fostering Resilience in a World of Adversity

Apr 30 2024 43 mins

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hays-Grudo and Dr. Amanda Sheffield Morris, co-authors of Adverse and Protective Childhood Experiences: A Developmental Perspective and Raising a Resilient Child in a World of Adversity: Effective Parenting for Every Family, provide hope to those who have experienced childhood abuse, trauma, and neglect. Hays-Grudo and Morris discuss how Protective and

Moving Beyond Adverse Childhood Experiences: ACES and PACES

Apr 10 2024 42 mins

Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACES, can have a profound and lasting effect on children’s health and well-being. Oklahoma is 41st in the country for Adverse Childhood Experiences, and 21 percent of children in the state have experienced two or more ACEs. In this episode, we sit down with Christine Marsh, Chief Program Officer for Child Abuse and Trauma Services, also known as

The Intersection of Physical and Mental Health with Bruce Dart and Adam Andreassen

Mar 15 2024 39 mins

In today's special episode, we’re redefining the conversation around mental health and I’m honored to host two remarkable individuals at the forefront of Tulsa's health landscape. Please welcome Bruce Dart, the visionary Executive Director of the Tulsa Health Department, and Adam Andreassen, the dedicated CEO of Family & Children’s Services.Embark on a thought-provoking e

A Father's Insight: Supporting a Son with Schizophrenia

Mar 06 2024 27 mins

When his son was diagnosed at the age of 19, this father embarked on a relentless search for solutions. But the road ahead was filled with uncertainty and challenges. After many years without a solution, he found Family and Children's Services NAVIGATE program – the key that unlocked a brighter future for his son. And with a clear diagnosis and access to specialized support, a tr

Building Essential Skills through the Parenting in Jail Program

Feb 19 2024 26 mins

How can incarcerated parents maintain healthy relationships with their children? In this episode of the OK State of Mind podcast, Lucie Doll, Program Director of FCS's Parenting in Jail Program, answers this very question. Lucie shares with us how her program helps incarcerated parents obtain essential parenting skills and provides comprehensive support for parents, children, and f