Keeping Ashland Healthy
The “Keeping Ashland Healthy Podcast” is devoted to mental health topics affecting the Ashland, Ohio community. It’s an education tool covering a broad spectrum of issues related to the mental health field. The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Ashland County provides support, direction, and resources to guide you to the help you need. Learn more at ashlandmhrb.org.
Episodes
April 23, 2025 • 22 mins
In today’s episode, Dr. Ashley and the Boss discuss a recent article by Joy Pullman at The Federalist. Her shocking first line, “For decades, the U.S. medical system has delivered amphetamines to skyrocketing numbers of Americans without clear evidence a defined disorder exists or of any long-term effects.” Additionally, Dr. Ashley and the Boss highlight the ADHD Alternative Program at Appleseed, Prevention Services at ACCADA, and ...
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In today’s episode, Dr. Ashley and the Boss discuss three programs that are making a difference in the Ashland community. Whether you or a loved one is experiencing a crisis, needing housing assistance during recovery, or doesn’t know where to turn, today’s episode is for you! Follow the hyperlinks for additional information about Recovery Housing, the Hospital Liaison Program, and Information & Referral, or call the Board at 4...
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April 2, 2025 • 29 mins
On today’s episode, Dr. Ashley and the Boss recap this year’s Pat Risser RSVP Conference. For those who couldn’t attend in person or via Zoom, visit our YouTube Channel soon for the recording. Additional information about Brooke Siem, Dee Barbash, Ron Bassman, and Stanley Frankart can be found by following the hyperlinks, visiting our website (www.ashlandmhrb.org/ ), or calling the Board at 419.281.3139.
(Record Date: March 27, 202...
(Record Date: March 27, 202...
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On today’s episode of Keeping Ashland Health, Dr. Ashley and the Boss discuss the dangers of Adderall as outlined by Rick Fee. Additionally, David shows off his nerdiness by reviewing a conversation with Courtney Harding & Bob Whitaker. Also discussed is a new Book about Activism and Changing the culture of Mental Health entitled “Drop the Disorder + Do Something”. Finally, Dr. Ashley and the Boss spotlight Stanley Frankart and...
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March 11, 2025 • 24 mins
On today's special episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss speak with author, advocate, and chef Brook Siem about her book, 'May Cause Side Effects.' Brook will keynote this year's 16th Annual R.S.V.P. Conference in Ashland, Ohio. Brooke's award-winning book on coming off psychiatric medications is a must-read for prescribers, family members, and persons going through or considering discontinuation of psychiatri...
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March 4, 2025 • 18 mins
On today’s episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss highlight one of the many great RSVP speakers this year – Ron Bassman. Ron is the author of the book, ‘A Fight to Be.’ He’s a clinical psychologist who was involuntarily hospitalized twice as a young man and went on to be a leading advocate for more humane treatments for both individuals and the affected families. Register today for the RSVP Conference at the Bo...
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February 25, 2025 • 26 mins
On today’s episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss dig into the power of our beliefs and how they can impact stigma and decision-making. They review an article about disturbing trends at the FDA in approving psychiatric drugs and spotlight a resource for youth, parents, and schools that de-mystifies vaping and electronic cigarettes. Questions? Visit the Board’s website at www.ashlandmhrb.org or call us at 419.28...
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February 11, 2025 • 28 mins
On today’s episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss review the newest book by Joanna Moncrieff: Chemically Imbalanced – The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth. Additionally, they draw attention to the recent decline in suicides, an Ohio effort to discover the root causes of mental and emotional stress, and close it out by encouraging listeners NOT to medicalize normal human distress. Questions? Visit the ...
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February 4, 2025 • 31 mins
On today’s episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss welcome Dr. Oscar McKnight into the MHRB studies. As the Associate Dean of Students and Director of Health and Psychological Counseling Services, Oscar has been in a perennial leadership role at Ashland University, ensuring robust mental health and physical health programs and services are available to students. Dr. Ashley and the Boss discuss an exciting collab...
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January 28, 2025 • 33 mins
On today's episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss start getting excited for the 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference on March 26, 2025. After some deep breathing, they talk about effective local programming to assist transitional-aged youth. Finally, our two bookworms review Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means and Atomic Habits by James Clear. Both are highly recommended. Information about today's can be found by ...
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January 21, 2025 • 36 mins
Living life intentionally, combatting loneliness, and addressing suicide in the construction industry – just three of the five good articles reviewed by Dr. Ashley and the Boss. Hyperlinks for today’s pieces can be found here: Reframing Antipsychotic Discontinuation. HB 257. Suicide in the Construction Industry. Living Life Intentionally. Combatting Loneliness or by calling the Board at 419.281.3139
(Record Date: January 13, 2025)
(Record Date: January 13, 2025)
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January 7, 2025 • 19 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss start off the New Year with a news roundup. Covered topics include the welcome fall in US Overdose Deaths, the preventative impacts of exercise on depression, the importance of treating core issues rather than symptoms, and a summary of Eco-therapy, a Nature-Based Approach to health. Hyperlinks for today’s pieces can be found here: Overdoses. Exercise and Depre...
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December 31, 2024 • 13 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley once again abandons the boss as she searches for coal to give out this Christmas season. The boss spends time with Baby New Year and looks ahead to what we can expect from 2025. Learn more about the Board at www.ashlandmhrb.org/ or by calling 419.281.319
(Record Date: December 20, 2024)
(Record Date: December 20, 2024)
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December 17, 2024 • 38 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Health, Dr. Ashley and the Boss talk about the increased risk of marijuana toxicity in children, Brooke Siem’s podcast interview with Dr. Ellen Vora, and three great book suggestions for Christmas. Additional information about this issue and available support can be found at www.ashlandmhrb.org. To learn more or order the books discussed, search for “May Cause Side Effects” by Brooke Siem, “Ba...
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November 19, 2024 • 16 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Health, Dr. Ashley and the Boss get ready for the Holidays. For many, the Holidays can feel overwhelming or filled with anxiety and sadness. Dr. Ashley and the Boss discuss the importance of gratitude and provide some practical things you can do to help yourself or someone you care about who may be struggling this holiday season. Dr. Ashley’s grandma Na Na, provides timeless wisdom to close ou...
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November 5, 2024 • 38 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Health, the Boss summarizes the Board’s recent Annual Luncheon. A focus on the Board’s yearly outcomes, key takeaways from the keynote speaker (Judge DeSanto-Kellogg), and award recipients are noted. Additional information about the luncheon and the Annual Report can be found at the Board’s website: www.ashlandmhrb.org
(Record Date: October 25, 2024)
(Record Date: October 25, 2024)
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October 29, 2024 • 21 mins
On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss talk with Catholic Charities employee and Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist Nicole Mann. Nicole discusses Early Childhood Mental Health’s ins and outs, what organizations she works with in Ashland County, and what outcomes are being achieved. Early Childhood Mental Health is NOT Babies on couches but a natural approach to assisting young children in lear...
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October 8, 2024 • 13 mins
On this episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss are LIVE at the Ashland County Fair. Dr. Ashley and the Boss draw attention to the Board’s Annual Luncheon, Annual Reporting, and Consumer Outcomes and Satisfaction Survey process to ensure Ashland County residents are receiving the best quality and most efficient services and programs. Register today to attend the Board’s Annual Luncheon on October 23rd, 2024, at ...
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October 1, 2024 • 27 mins
Dr. Ashley and the Boss talk with Appleseed Counselor and Art Therapist Candace Ressler. Candace talks about what attracted her to art therapy, how she got her start, and what it looks like in practice. The focus is drawn to an upcoming local art therapy exhibit at AU’s Coburn Art Gallery on October 10, 2024, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Food trucks onsite include City Sips, Dine and Dash, and Best Spudz!
(Record Date: May 7, 2024)
(Record Date: May 7, 2024)
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September 17, 2024 • 32 mins
On this episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss speak with Health Commissioner Vickie Taylor and ACCADA Director Rick Ford about Overdose Awareness in Ashland County. Additional information about securing NARCAN, a NaloxBox, or general questions can be found by calling Vickie at 419-282-4231 or Rick at 419-289-7675.
(Record Date: September 9, 2024)
(Record Date: September 9, 2024)
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