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Dr. Andrew Rosen and Dr. David Gross explore one of the biggest obstacles in mental health care: the shame and stigma that still surround asking for help. Even as conversations about mental health have become more open, many people continue to equate needing support with weakness or personal failure.

They unpack how centuries old views of mental illness shaped modern misunderstandings, and why everyday struggles like anxiety, depression, and difficulty adjusting to life are often wrongly associated with severe psychiatric illness. The conversation also looks at how cultural values around independence, self reliance, and perfection make it harder for people to admit vulnerability.

The discussion reflects on what happens when suffering stays private, how self criticism and embarrassment grow in silence, and why simply talking out loud can bring immediate relief. There is also a focus on the role families and loved ones play, especially when well intentioned comments like “just snap out of it” unintentionally deepen the struggle.

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In this episode of Two Shrinks & A Mic, Dr. Andrew Rosen and Dr. David Gross kick off the new year by answering two of the most common and confusing questions in mental health care: what type of treatment should you choose, and how long should you stay in it? They break down the differences between medication and psychotherapy, explain why a thorough evaluation matters, and explore how to tell whether symptoms are rooted in life stress, biology, or both.

The conversation covers what to expect from antidepressants, including timelines, side effects, and duration of use, as well as how structured therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy differ from more open ended approaches such as interpersonal psychotherapy. Dr. Rosen and Dr. Gross also discuss motivation, trust, hope, and why being in emotional pain can sometimes make recovery clearer and faster.

If you have ever wondered whether therapy should be short term or long term, how to know if medication is right for you, or what progress in treatment really looks like, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and reassurance.

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Choosing the right mental health professional can feel overwhelming, especially when the differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and other therapists are not always clear. In this episode of Two Shrinks & A Mic, Dr. Andrew Rosen and Dr. David Gross break down the major mental health disciplines and explain how their training, approaches, and roles in treatment differ.

The conversation explores what psychiatrists and psychologists actually do, how medication and therapy work together, and why there is no one size fits all solution in mental health care. They discuss common challenges patients face, including misdiagnosis, rigid treatment approaches, and the growing confusion around credentials in the field.

Dr. Rosen and Dr. Gross also share guidance on how to evaluate a provider, what to expect from therapy and medication, and why feeling supported and understood by your clinician matters just as much as their degree. This episode is designed to help listeners feel more informed, empowered, and hopeful as they take the next step toward getting the care they need.

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