by Jeff Clark, MD | Dec 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
When I’m teaching medical students about a mental health diagnosis, I love to ask an important question: is this a problem that responds better to medication or psychotherapy? In most cases, the answer is simple. Therapy and medications produce similar results, and...
by Jeff Clark, MD | Dec 14, 2020 | Do Less, Self-care
It’s ok to take a break. You’ll be better off for it. A good break re-energizes us to the task at hand. It helps our mind process information and return with new solutions. It gives us a chance to engage with the good things we have that aren’t work. Even if...
by Jeff Clark, MD | Dec 7, 2020 | Addiction, Baby Steps, Harm
The word addiction is almost always met with strong emotions. There are several technical definitions, and in my opinion, it’s nearly impossible to adequately define terms without making some form of moral judgment. Everyone is comfortable with applying the term...
by Jeff Clark, MD | Nov 30, 2020 | Baby Steps, Gratitude, Mindfulness
“The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” A true saying, but not always helpful. It’s important to recognize where things aren’t going well and apply deliberate pressure. At the same time, there is power in being able to recognize problems, set aside the ones that aren’t...
by Jeff Clark, MD | Nov 23, 2020 | Baby Steps, Public Policy
Few problems have simple solutions. Most require sustained, consistent work. And so when an easy, one-time solution comes along, we naturally gravitate towards it. There has been a lot of enthusiasm about the upcoming vaccines to prevent COVID-19. I’m excited...
