The Psych Effect

Dmitry Byk

Mental health is everywhere around us. Sports, news, politics, it drives us every day. Who better to give us information on this then a board certified medical doctor and mental health professional? Dr Dmitry Byk, a forensic psychiatrist, has been through all domains of mental healthcare. From inpatient units, outpatient clinics, academic appointments, university hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private practices. He’s also led forensic inpatient hospital units, worked in prisons, assisted attorneys, and interviewed individuals involved in both criminal and civil forensic cases. Commenting on everyday news with the intention of shedding light on the human behavior in professional athletes, public figures, and newsmakers he will attempt to demystify the stigma attached to mental health and hopefully educate the public. read less

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Everything Has A Psych Effect

Everything Has A Psych Effect

The Psych Effect give you the viewpoint of a seasoned forensic psychiatrist's take on the current events in sports, politics, and news as it's happening in the world today from a mental health perspective. Who better to comment on what you see every day then someone who's been in every type of psychiatric practice and seen nearly every type of individual in nearly every setting?

Episodes

#41 Whoomp! There It Is! DC The Brain Supreme

#41 Whoomp! There It Is! DC The Brain Supreme

Party people! DC The Brain Supreme joined me to talk about Tag Team's HUGE hit Whoomp! There It Is! that went multiple platinum in 1993. What an incredible story, from Chicago to Denver, to Atlanta, and then to the world. A song that almost didn't happen. DC talks about the success, the failures, what it's like to be called a "one hit wonder" and how he continues to hustle. Get some great life lessons from someone who's been at the top and seen what it's like to get screwed by the music industry and work their way back. I also answer a new "fan" from the TikTok comments section and, of course, the Mental Health Tip of the Day. 00:00 - Worst Places06:40 - Whoomp! There It Is!56:10 - MHToD

#40 Joker, OJ Simpson, & The Dark Triad

#40 Joker, OJ Simpson, & The Dark Triad

Does OJ Simpson have traits in the dark triad of psychopathy, narcissism, and machiavellianism? I define those terms and answer that question during the week that people remember OJ's legacy as one of the best running backs in football history, but also someone who divided America further also racial lines. But is OJ's trial really a race issue? You get my take on that. You might be surprised. I also talk about the new Joker Folie à Deux movie trailer that came out this week and my favorite movie Jokers. Then drop the top 5 actresses that could play Harley Quinn in this new dark Joker movie universe. And, of course, your MHToD sums everything up nicely. 1:00 - Joker, Harley, & Psychopathy12:34 - OJ Simpson & The Dark Triad34:00 - MHToD

#39 Over Pathologizing Normal Behavior

#39 Over Pathologizing Normal Behavior

Is Bill Maher right that we over pathologize normal behavior? In his New Rules from March 15, 2024 he makes the point that no one can just have feelings anymore, everything has to be a disease and uses a number of stats to back up his point. I go into details about those stats and give my take on whether he might be right about the over pathologizing of what could be considered just every day feelings that people go through. Love him or hate him, you can't ignore Bill Maher. So don't ignore my take on his take! Also I say goodbye to the show's previous cohosts and an unexpected visitor makes an appearance. It's not what anyone thinks. And it's weird. Plus your Mental Health Tip of the Day. 00:45 - The Elephant in the Room07:18 - Over Pathologizing Normal Behavior32:14 - MHToD

Everything Has A Psych Effect

Everything Has A Psych Effect

The Psych Effect give you the viewpoint of a seasoned forensic psychiatrist's take on the current events in sports, politics, and news as it's happening in the world today from a mental health perspective. Who better to comment on what you see every day then someone who's been in every type of psychiatric practice and seen nearly every type of individual in nearly every setting?

#38 Elon Musk on Therapy & Dr Phil Just Being Wrong

#38 Elon Musk on Therapy & Dr Phil Just Being Wrong

Dmitry, Steph, & Suzanne get into it right off the bat when the Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week launches Dmitry into a anti-insurance rant. Close your children's ears this week parents. There's no censorship on the bad words in this segment. Then the docs give their takes on Elon Musk who sent out a tweet about him never having been to therapy, followed by the threesome's rebuttals to Dr. Phil's appearance on Bill Maher from March 1 regarding a cognitive exam for Joe Biden and polyamorous relationships and divorce. This fired up episode is concluded with the Mental Health Tip of the Day that your mother is going to love. #MHToD 1:17 - Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week13:48 - Elon & Phil & Threesomes, Oh MY!39:21 - #MHToD

#37 Insomnia In Humans With Barry Krakow, MD

#37 Insomnia In Humans With Barry Krakow, MD

Maria is back with her post game show. This time trying to pick out NFL players from a lineup. Hilarity ensues. Of course this is better on video so go check out this segment on our YouTube channel. But stick around this audio podcast because the docs welcome Dr. Barry Krakow a board certified sleep expert of over 30 years who has research that shows breathing problems are at the root of your insomnia and it can be cured. Then it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day. #MHToD 01:19 - Maria's Never Too Late SB LVIII Post Game Show21:02 - Barry Krakow, MD & Insomnia1:06:34 - #MHToD

#36 The Roots of Evil with Dr. Evan Longin

#36 The Roots of Evil with Dr. Evan Longin

What calamity will befall us in March? The last time the 49ers and Chiefs played in a Super Bowl was the month before COVID. Dmitry postulates that another disaster awaits. The docs then welcome Dr. Evan Longin, a clinical psychologist who wrote a book on the roots of evil and how to recognize them. The discussion begins with the four factors that define evil to how they apply from politics to religion to the psychology of people's innate natural impulses. Then Dr. Longin gives himself an everlasting nickname that he will carry for eternity. Finally, it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day from Nick Eh 30 delivered via Michael. 1:07 - Super Bowl Calamity13:15 - The Roots of Evil with Dr. Evan Longin56:15 - MHToD

#35 Happy Anniversary, Two Dudes & A Lady

#35 Happy Anniversary, Two Dudes & A Lady

It's The Psych Effect's one year anniversary! Who knew this little indie show would make it this far? But here it is and, just like the first show, it's Dmitry & Steph by themselves all over again. Because Suzanne is in Orlando reporting from the Pro Bowl. But doesn't have any actual report. So instead the guys talk about how much it would take for them to be the fall guy for a wealthy person to publicly shame them for making a mistake that they were hired to actually make on purpose. Then recent mental health trends in stigma and minorities in America. And the original reasons why The Psych Effect Podcast was conceived. The Mental Health Tip of the Day is a shout to the kids playing sports and the adults with every day negative thoughts out there. You'll like it, we promise. #MHToD Thanks for a great year.

#34 TRFS's Swiftie NFL Championship Preview

#34 TRFS's Swiftie NFL Championship Preview

The Reluctant Sports Fan is holding her own against the NFL.com insiders with her picks. She's back with another week of strong football analysis of this week's AFC and NFC Championship games. Picking the Chiefs vs Ravens & Lions vs 49ers. Will it be chalk across the board? Or will she ride with the dogs?

#33 Happiness Equation

#33 Happiness Equation

Nostalgia begins the episode as the docs talk about what was happening in the world of news and sports on or around the last time the Dolphins and Lions won a playoff game in December 2000 & January 1992 respectively. A stroll down memory lane that makes Suzanne sad. The Reluctant Sports Fan returns to recap her Super Wildcard Weekend picks against the NFL.com insiders and make new ones for the divisional round. Did she win? Then the docs discuss the philosophy of the happiness equation and management of expectations. Then it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day on how anxiety is a part of your life.

#32 Three Dr. No-italls Welcome Mr. Stone, Gavin Stone

#32 Three Dr. No-italls Welcome Mr. Stone, Gavin Stone

So many things happened in the week that we couldn't do our more serious segment on Draymond Green potentially having a breakthrough. Instead Chandler Jones sings a love song to Bill Belichick to start off. The Reluctant Sports Fan makes her return to pick the NFL playoff games against industry insiders. Then the docs welcome Gavin Stone, a former British intelligence officer to talk all things spycraft. Finally it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day on what to do if your team loses in the playoffs. Don't fret, we got you covered.

#31 Dmitry’s Pasta Sucks

#31 Dmitry’s Pasta Sucks

The docs return in 2024 with a potpourri of general topics including is there a birthday or holiday gift they've ever regretted giving and is there a more sinister story behind The Nutcracker ballet? But also, conspiracy theories about aliens in Miami, Super Bowl logos, and a preview of an upcoming episode on the Aaron Rodgers/Jimmy Kimmel story. The group delves into the Detroit/Dallas referee controversy and why humans feel the need for perfection, especially in sports, with the constant revising of the replay rules. Then it's your first Mental Health Tip of the Day for 2024 and it's a good one. Thanks for sticking with us.

#30 A Little Nonsense Now & Then

#30 A Little Nonsense Now & Then

A Psych Effect Podcast breaking alert: The dog discriminator has been located, but the barker is still on the loose. Also, Steph gets pulled over for DWB. The Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week dives into healthcare worker burnout. Then Evan Jarschauer & Jessica Meraz join the show to talk about interventions and how their practice helps people & their families get through tough times. Then it's the last Mental Health Tip of the Day for the year. Thank you for the year of listening and we'll see you in 2024!

#29 Peter Young & Cults

#29 Peter Young & Cults

The crew is educated on the top 5 slang terms that teenagers used in 2023 before debating whether Dmitry's dog was discriminated against. Then author Peter Young joins the podcast to talk about his memoir Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger which chronicles his time in a religious cult. The docs continue the discussion about cults before finishing up on the Mental Health Tip of the Day.

#28 Don’t Be Like Dmitry

#28 Don’t Be Like Dmitry

After a wild weekend of football, the group discusses who they felt more sorry for after the Jets/Dolphins game and the crazy ending in the Iron Bowl. The Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week involves the difficulties with America's maternal mental health coverage. Then the docs discuss Ketamine. What is it? Does it work and is IV better or worse than intranasal administration. Finally, it's your holiday themed Mental Health Tip of the Day.

#27 Two Doctors Talking About Law During A Sports Show

#27 Two Doctors Talking About Law During A Sports Show

Dmitry & Steph tough it out without Suzanne, who's on load management, by showing their ages. They try to decipher a video with Youth Speak language that might as well just be another language entirely. The Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week is about a new lawsuit against United Health for allegedly using AI to deny claims. Then the docs talk law in the context of the tragedy involving Adam Johnson & subsequent arrest of Matt Petgrave followed by a sports show breaking out on the topic of Draymond Green's suspension. Finally, your Mental Health Tip of the Day comes from Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

#26 Impromptu Guest

#26 Impromptu Guest

While the group begins talking about Dmitry's son hatching schemes with friends the docs get a call from an impromptu guest to clarify the situation. The Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week is about Seasonal Affective Disorder and daylight savings time. The discussion then turns to the sad story of Sergio Brown which leads to a what if discussion on the topic of the not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI) plea. Then it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day. 00:00 - Impromptu Guest10:48 - Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week18:05 - NGRI46:24 - Mental Health Tip of the Day

#25 Teaching An Old Dad New Thoughts

#25 Teaching An Old Dad New Thoughts

The pod returns from a multiweek hiatus with a new Youth Speak term that apparently only Dmitry didn't know. Which them leads the group to the conclusion that Dmitry is an old dad and also self conscious about some of the things that happened during his trip to the AAPL conference in Chicago. Also why do people run in the airport still with the new technology? The docs then discuss work ethic, the current apology culture, and Suzanne give us a brief reminder that October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Finally, it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day. #MHToD 00:00 - Youth Speak06:32 - Self conscious Chicago18:20 - Work ethic, apology culture, & domestic violence awareness month42:43 - #MHToD

#24 Open Vacation Policy

#24 Open Vacation Policy

With Suzanne on break, Dmitry & Steph take the helm just like old times. They break down whether we should have been scared by the Dolphins being down 14-0 in the first quarter and talk about the global warming induced rise in flesh eating bacteria. The Healthcare Stat of the Week involves the cost of medication in the US v Canada. Dmitry & Steph speak about Barry Melrose's retirement from hockey analysis on ESPN due to Parkinson's and what this disease is, how it's diagnosed, and the balance between treatment for the mental health aspects of Parkinson's and the neurological end. Finally, it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day #MHToD. 00:00 - Flesh Eating Bacteria12:44 - Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week19:32 - Barry Melrose & Parkinson's Disease50:50 - MHToD

#23 Be Like Mike

#23 Be Like Mike

We start by discussing how the Miami Hurricanes botched the last 2 minutes against Georgia Tech & Dmitry gives us his top 5 worst coaching blunders of all time while Steph & Suzanne's obvious hot take is to be like Mike McDaniel and kneel. Next the new weekly segment, that's setting the world on fire, The Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week continues with a discussion on life expectancy in the US vs how much we spend on healthcare. Then the crew finally debates The Goldwater Rule and whether mental health professionals should or should not comment on public figures. They weigh the pro and con arguments. Finally it's your Mental Health Tip of the Day. #MHToD 00:00 - UM blows it & coaching blunders14:12 - Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week24:50 - Goldwater Rule debate55:22 - Mental Health Tip of the Day #MHToD