We all dream, but many of us don't really understand why. What do we know about the purpose of dreams?

Why do some dreams feel so vivid and memorable while others disappear the moment we wake up?

Dr. Christine Marchionni is the Program Director for the St. Luke's Psychiatric Residency Program.

She joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and Kevin Crockett @crockettonair to discuss what can be explained about our dreams -- and how closely nightmares are linked to stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma.

It's the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast -- brought to you by St. Luke's Penn Foundation! Get more info at StLukesPennFoundation.org!

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What actually happens in the brain when someone develops an addiction?

At what point does substance use become a substance use disorder?

Dr. Gibson George, Chief of the Division of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Recovery at St. Luke's joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and Crockett (@crockettonair) to explain addiction, and elements that people may not understand about it.

It's the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast -- brought to you by St. Luke's Penn Foundation! Get more info at StLukesPennFoundation.org!

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We are headed to the 'Red Carpet' this month with the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast -- presented by St. Luke's Penn Foundation.

Koula Kazista and Katina Bozikis join hosts Kevin Crockett and Amie Allanson Dundon to discuss their new film 'The Next Play'.

They discuss what inspired them to tell a story centered on athlete mental health -- misconceptions about athletes and mental health they hope this film challenges, and much more!

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Why do so many people struggle to ask for help, even when they genuinely need it?

How can someone tell the difference between healthy independence and unhealthy self-reliance?

What signs indicate that someone has been carrying too much on their own for too long?

Jason Frei, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with St. Luke's joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and Kevin Crockett (@crockettonair) to discuss steps one might take to ask for help when they are depressed or anxious, and how we can be supportive of our loved ones.

It's the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast! Brought to you by St. Luke's Penn Foundation -- visit St.LukesPennFoundation.org for more information!

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How do you distinguish between anxiety, burnout, and seasonal mood changes?

Can heat, longer daylight hours, or changes in routine contribute to anxiety or burnout?

Dr. Peter Cloney, a Psychiatry Resident at St. Luke's joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and @crockettonair to discuss the realities of Summer burnout in the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast!

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Reach out, there are folks out here to help.

That was the lasting message in this episode of the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast.

We're joined by Nancy Salamon, a Mother who lost her 13-year-old son Craig -- who wants to share her story to help anyone who may be struggling.

Amie Alanson Dundon and Kevin Crockett host the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast. Brought to you by St. Luke's Penn Foundation.

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What are current teen trends that parents should be aware of?

How Parents and Clinicians approaching the risks and concerns?

Dr. Andrew Clark, Psychiatry/Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at St. Luke's, joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and Kevin Crockett to talk about the trends, and how parents can be in-tune with them in the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast!

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What is panic disorder, and how does it differ from having occasional panic attacks?

What does a panic attack feel like for someone experiencing it?

Nicole Martin, Senior Manager, Advanced Practitioners at St. Luke's joins hosts Amie Allanson Dundon and Kevin Crockett to discuss factors that play a role in panic attacks, and techniques to help reduce the frequency or intensity of panic attacks.

It's the 'Just STARt the Conversation' podcast! Brought to you by St. Luke's Penn Foundation -- find this podcast wherever you get your podcasts -- or at StLukesPennFoundation.org!

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