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Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health

Tufts Health Plan | Boston Globe Media

34 episodes

A commitment to putting mental and emotional well-being first can be a turning point in life. From developing a mindfulness practice to redefining ambition and success, hear the multitude of ways people can put their mental health first — and why each method is effective in its own way.

Episodes

  1. The Caregiver You Never Planned To Be | S6E3

    · 40 min · S6 E3

    Laura Mauldin fell in love in her twenties, and then watched that relationship change shape when her partner’s cancer returned. In this episode of Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health, host Frantzces Lys talks with…

  2. Starting Therapy Later in Life, with Tina Walsh and Dr. Helen Kyomen | S6E2

    · 32 min · S6 E2

    Tina Walsh spent decades being the person everyone else counted on. But in her forties, she found herself in a therapist’s office for the first time. With a marriage under strain and a family history of "keeping it…

  3. The Health Toll of Widowhood - How You Can Continue Living After Loss | S6E1

    · 26 min · S6 E1

    After the loss of her husband, Cynthia Blanc Preiss MacLean (@therealmentorcynthia) spent years hiding the truth. She joins the show to talk about continuing to live after loss, the judgment widows face when they start…

  4. Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health Returns for Season Six | S6E0

    · 1:22

    There's often a specific moment that pushes someone to finally ask for help. This season, host Frantzces Lys explores the turning points, the ones that lead people to make that first call, walk into a therapist's…

  5. Combating the Loneliness Epidemic: How Social Connection Can Save Lives | S5E5

    · 28 min · S5 E5

    Loneliness has been called more dangerous than smoking 15 cigarettes daily—a stark warning from the former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. Social isolation is a hidden health crisis affecting millions,…

  6. Fighting the Loneliness Epidemic and the Power of Intergenerational Friendship | S5E4

    · 32 min · S5 E4

    Can a meaningful friendship bridge a 51-year age gap and help combat social isolation? Meet Peter and Pooja; two unlikely companions whose intergenerational bond proves that friendships can flourish when we break down…

  7. The Hidden Mental Health Journey of Menopause and Perimenopause | S5E3

    · 34 min · S5 E3

    For years, Annalisa thought the anxiety, sleepless nights, and brain fog were just stress from COVID. But when she could barely function at work and felt like a stranger in her own body, she discovered the real…

  8. Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia | S5E2

    · 36 min · S5 E2

    Caring for aging parents or loved ones — especially those with dementia — can take a deep emotional toll. In this episode, we’ll speak with a therapist or mental health professional about the mental and emotional…

  9. Finding Purpose: Aging & Identity | S5E1

    · 24 min · S5 E1

    How do we redefine who we are as we grow older? This episode explores how aging — including retirement, physical changes, and shifts in cognition — can shape our sense of self. We’ll look at the emotional and…

  10. Turning Points is BACK for another season! | S5E0

    · 1:54 · Trailer

    This season on Turning Points, we're diving deep into the mental health journeys that come with growing older. These are stories of resilience, reinvention, and the turning points that reveal who we really are. Join…

  11. Embracing the End: The Role of End-of-Life Doulas | S4E5

    · 27 min · S4 E5

    Host Frantzces Lys explores the profound impact of end-of-life doulas with two deeply personal stories involving the death of a family member. First, David Duffin, a high school teacher, reflects on his experience…

  12. Unmasking Diagnoses Later in Life: Autism and ADHD in Adults | S4E4

    · 29 min · S4 E4

    Host Frantzces Lys explores the stories of adults who discovered their autism or ADHD and their overlap (sometimes called “AuDHD”) later in life. With a compelling lineup of guests, she discusses the challenges and…

  13. Understanding and Overcoming PTSD in Women | S4E3

    · 31 min · S4 E3

    Host Frantzces Lys explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, the barriers to recovery, and the critical role of community support in fostering healing and resilience. We unpack the nuances of PTSD,, particularly in…

  14. Unpacking the Trauma and Emotional Toll of Cancer | S4E2

    · 30 min · S4 E2

    A cancer diagnosis can be a profound emotional journey, often accompanied by anxiety, depression, and distress. Host Frantzces Lys delves into the mental health challenges that cancer patients face throughout their…

  15. Exploring the Benefits of Peer-Based and Family Therapy | S4E1

    · 34 min · S4 E1

    Finding the right form of therapy is crucial for a new mental health journey. Host Frantzces Lys talks with Charles Daniels, who shares insights on group therapy for men, specifically fathers. He emphasizes the…

  16. Turning Points Is Back for Season 4

    · 2:49 · Trailer

    Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health returns, delving into empowering moments in mental health journeys. We explore family and peer-based therapies, tackle the unique challenges of trauma and PTSD in women, and…

  17. Overcoming Stigmas in Mental Health and Living with Schizophrenia | S3E5

    · 27 min · S3 E5

    Stigma can affect everything from how we see ourselves to how we access help for our mental health. So how can we overcome shame around a mental health condition and medication? Host Frantzces Lys talks with Rachel…

  18. Understanding Maternal Mental Health: Pregnancy & Postpartum | S3E4

    · 30 min · S3 E4

    There are significant ways that pregnancy and birth can shake our mental health. What can cause postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis? Who can you turn to for help and support to pull you out of what can…

  19. Exploring Cultural Differences in Mental Health | S3E3

    · 26 min · S3 E3

    No two mental health journeys are the same. Our unique identities and experiences play a huge role in shaping our perspectives and actions. How can our cultures uplift our spirits and benefit our collective health?…

  20. Therapist 101: Finding the Right One, Breaking Up, and Everything in Between | S3E2

    · 29 min · S3 E2

    Therapy is a big step in any mental health journey but finding a therapist who meets your needs can be daunting, and even discouraging. Join us as host Frantzces Lys talks to psychologist Dr. Charmain Jackman and…

  21. Navigating Mental Health at Work | S3E1

    · 33 min · S3 E1

    It’s no secret that work causes us stress, but how can we prioritize our mental well-being while navigating the demands of our work? Host Frantzces Lys talks to Morra Aarons-Mele, mental health advocate, author, and…

  22. Turning Points Season Three is Here

    · 1:59 · Trailer

    Hear personal stories from advocates who learned to thrive while living with anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and maternal mental health conditions such as postpartum depression. Every week, Turning Points…

  23. Living with Grief | S2E5

    · 52 min · S2 E5

    Grief can stem from losing a loved one — but we can also feel grief from other kinds of life events such as a complicated pregnancy or receiving a major diagnosis. Understanding that it’s okay to grieve in all these…

  24. The Winding Road to Recovery | S2E4

    · 43 min · S2 E4

    Recovery from addiction isn’t a linear path. People with a substance use disorder can face setbacks, relapses, and stigma — but the strength to move forward comes from finding the right support and treatment. Brendan…

  25. Redefining What Success Means | S2E3

    · 40 min · S2 E3

    Taking hold of your mental health journey can include unlearning the expectations set by society over a lifetime and, instead, discovering who you really are and what you really want as an individual. This can start…

  26. Reimagining Parenthood | S2E2

    · 40 min · S2 E2

    Every family has different needs when it comes to managing wellness, and there may be times when parents struggle to bring harmony into their households. In this episode of Turning Points, host Frantzces Lys talks with…

  27. Peak Mind, Peak Performance | S2E1

    · 38 min · S2 E1

    Whether you’re a pro athlete or in a high-performance field, the pressure to be perfect can be overwhelming. We’ll talk to Red Sox player Alex Verdugo about how he has developed his own strategies to stay at the peak…

  28. Trailer | Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health | Season 2

    · 3:14 · Trailer

    Each and every one of us is on our own journey with mental health. Mental health journeys look different for everyone -- but throughout our journeys, we all experience turning points – those pivotal moments where we…

  29. Bonus Episode | Marathon Monday | Turning Toward Nature | S1E5

    · 20 min · S1 E5 · Bonus

    In this bonus episode celebrating Marathon Monday, Frantzces talks to Joan Benoit Samuelson, an American Olympic Icon and two-time Boston Marathon winner. Samuelson recounts her struggle with anxiety after becoming a…

  30. Turning Toward Mindfulness | S1E4

    · 36 min · S1 E4

    Frantzces talks to a young woman who discovered that yoga, therapy, and finding community helped her heal from a trauma. Then, she gets the lowdown from a meditation expert and a neuroscientist on how and why…

  31. Turning Points in a Digital Age | S1E3

    · 34 min · S1 E3

    Our digital lives can affect our mental health -- for better or worse. In this episode, Frantzces talks to a teenager who shares his emotional ups and downs online--and who has gained a following of other teens looking…

  32. Turning Points Through Mind and Body | S1E2

    · 35 min · S1 E2

    Exercise can help us not just physically, but also mentally and emotionally. In this episode, Frantzces talks to a Bostonite who says running with a group of fellow black men helps his mental health, and gets tips from…

  33. Introducing Turning Points | S1E1

    · 29 min · S1 E1

    Host and mental health professional Frantzces Lys describes her turning point moment, and explains how a seismic shift can occur when someone truly commits to their mental health. Then, she talks to Kara Loewentheil,…

  34. Trailer | Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health | Season 1

    · 3:22 · Trailer

    A commitment to putting mental and emotional well-being first can be a turning point in life. From making meaningful connections in a digital world to mindfulness and meditation, hear the multitude of ways people can…

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