August 24, 2025

Decoding Teen Drinking & Unmasking Sleep Apnea

Episode Segments:

Decoding Teen Drinking: The Role of Family, Genes, and Personality Could your genes be driving your teenage drinking habits? Contrary to popular belief, peer pressure isn't the primary culprit behind teenage alcohol consumption. Sarah Brislin, PhD, assistant professor of psychiatry at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, a member of the Rutgers Addiction Research Center, explains a fascinating interplay between genetics, family environment, and personality traits like sensation-seeking in shaping teenage drinking patterns.
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Unmasking Sleep Apnea: Health Risks and Treatment Insights Could your sleepless nights be a warning sign of something more serious? We'll dive into a crucial conversation with sleep scientist Bryce Mander, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Human Behavior in the School of Medicine at the University of California, Irvine about the hidden dangers of sleep apnea and its profound impact on your health.
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