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A resource for psychiatrists and other medical or behavioral health professionals interested in exploring the neuroscientific basis of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, neuromodulation, and other psychiatric interventions, as well as discussions of pseudoscience, Bayesian reasoning, ethics, the history of psychiatry, and human psychology in general.This podcast is not medical advice. It ... more

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Dr. O'Leary discusses his critical perspective on Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and argues that ODD is not a primary diagnosis but rather a risk syndrome, a set of symptoms (defiance, irritability, and vindictiveness) resulting from various und... more

Neuroplasticity is a real thing that is shrouded in mythology and used by companies to market products, but what do we actually know about neuroplasticity?

Please leave feedback at www.psydactic.com or send any comments to feedback@psydactic... more

Dr. Grant Brenner joins Dr. O'Leary to explore the fascinating intersection of human psychology, physics, psychotherapy and artificial intelligence.  We discuss Active Inference and The Free Energy Principle along side how babies develop a sense of s... more

Is it possible to house multiple alternate selves within the same brain?  Dr. O'Leary argues that it is not only possible, but under certain conditions it is likely to happen.  Dissociative Identity Disorder is discussed not as a "shattering of the s... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Grant Brenner
Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in private practice (New York); co-host of Doorknob Comments
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Episode: Psychoanalysis, Active Inference, Artificial Intelligence, and Human Development with Dr. Grant Brenner
Dr. Michael Canney
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Episode: Therapeutic Ultrasound with Dr. Michael Canney PhD
Dr. Tyler Black
A child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in suicide risk assessment.
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Episode: An extraordinary perspective on Suicide Risk Assessments from Dr. Tyler Black via Psychiatry Boot Camp
Dr. Allen Frances
Former Chair of the DSM-IV Task Force, professor at Duke University.
Duke University
Episode: Dr. Mark Mullen interviews Dr. Awais Aftab and Dr. Allen Frances on Psychiatry Boot Camp
Dr. Awais Aftab
Clinical assistant professor in psychiatry with interests in philosophy of psychiatry.
Case Western Reserve University
Episode: Dr. Mark Mullen interviews Dr. Awais Aftab and Dr. Allen Frances on Psychiatry Boot Camp
Dr. Mark Mullen
Creator and host of Psychiatry Bootcamp
St. Louis University Medical School
Episode: Meet the Psychiatry Bootcamp Podcast brought to you by Dr. Mark Mullen
Dr. Michael Shirripa
Forensic psychiatrist and author
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Episode: Mindhunting with Forensic Psychiatrist Dr Michael Schirripa
Dr. Alexey Tolchinsky
Clinical psychologist in private practice
Private practice in Maryland
Episode: The Narrative Fallacy in Psychological and Psychiatric Clinical Practice with Dr. Alexey Tolchinsky, PsyD
Dr. Jon Lindefjeld
Psychiatry PGY4 based out of Walter Reed with a particular interest in HIV psychiatry.
Walter Reed
Episode: HIV, PrEP, and Mental Health with Dr. Jon Lindefjeld

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Dr. O'Leary
Host of PsyDactic

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Innovative and entertaining

    Dr. O’Leary covers a vast amount of material in an entertaining, accurate, and honest way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shark_MD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highly recommend

    Very informative, well-articulated, clinically useful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexeyTo
    United States2 years ago
  • the title is misleading the podcaster just trying to highlights the supplements scam going on by some ethic-less selfish scientists hijacking and cherry picking some basic scientific studies about neuroscience to sell well packaged inefficients or even harmful supplements and books.he also explains that the reality is more complex than the action of one neurotransmitter masturbate .he added it could be a cocktail of many chemicals like sirotonin and so ...working in complex waythe podcaster do... more

    Audible
    3
    unbiased review
    United States3 years ago
  • dopamine detox supplements & pseudoscience

    the title is misleading the podcaster just trying to highlights the supplements scam going on by some ethic-less selfish scientists hijacking and cherry picking some basic scientific studies about neuroscience to sell well packaged inefficients or even harmful supplements and books.he also explains that the reality is more complex than the action of one neurotransmitter masturbate .he added it could be a cocktail of many chemicals like sirotonin and so ...working in complex waythe podcaster do... more

    Audible
    3
    unbiased review
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging and scientifically rigorous discussions that connect theory to clinical practice.
Credible skepticism and thoughtful critique of trends in psychiatry and neuroscience.
High-quality guest lineups and practical insights for patient care.
Clear communication of complex topics with useful takeaways for clinicians.

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Psychoanalysis, Active Inference, Artificial Intelligence, and Human Development with Dr. Grant Brenner
Q: Can you briefly explain what active inference is and why it matters to therapists?
Active inference, based on the free energy principle, describes how the brain minimizes surprise by updating predictions and actions; in therapy, this translates to shaping patient expectations and responses through calibrated interventions that reduce prediction error and stabilize the therapeutic process.
Mindhunting with Forensic Psychiatrist Dr Michael Schirripa
Q: Can you describe a little bit of the differences between the relationship a forensic psychiatrist might have with the person in front of them as opposed to someone who is treating them?
The focus is on gathering clinical information for assessment rather than providing treatment, with responsibilities lying towards the courtroom.
HIV, PrEP, and Mental Health with Dr. Jon Lindefjeld
Q: What is the difference between PrEP and PEP?
PEP is for emergency situations when someone may have been exposed to HIV and must be taken within 72 hours, while PrEP is for ongoing prevention for at-risk individuals.
HIV, PrEP, and Mental Health with Dr. Jon Lindefjeld
Q: How long does it take for PrEP to become effective?
For receptive anal sex, maximum protection is achieved after about seven days of daily use, while for injection drug use or receptive vaginal sex, it takes about 21 days.
HIV, PrEP, and Mental Health with Dr. Jon Lindefjeld
Q: What are the ways that a psychiatrist could help with HIV prevention in particular?
The most critical thing a psychiatrist can do is identify risk behaviors associated with contracting HIV and guide patients to medications or education to prevent transmission.

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What is PsyDactic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A neuroscience-forward show for mental health professionals that blends clinical psychiatry with cognitive science, psychoanalysis, and emerging technologies. Episodes explore how theories like active inference, memory construction, and Bayesian reasoning intersect with real-world practice—from therapy dynamics and dissociation to pharmacology, neuromodulation, and cutting-edge devices. The host frequently questions conventional wisdom, invites skeptical inquiry, and discusses ethics and the future role of AI in mental health, making complex ideas accessible through vivid analogies and clinician-centric storytelling. Noteworthy are the rigorous yet curious conversations with experts, and a willingness to critique trends while illuminating p... more

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3. Dr. Tyler Black
4. Dr. Allen Frances
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