In this episode, we have the honor of featuring the extraordinary Dr. Linda Logang, a veritable force in the nursing community. Dr. Logang brings a wealth of experience as a family nurse practitioner and psych mental health nurse practitioner, with over two decades dedicated to the field. Her journey through emergency medicine and psychiatry shines a light on a subject often shrouded in silence – the mental health of our caregivers.

We're tackling the often-undiscussed struggles nurses face with mental health due to the high-stress environment they navigate daily. Dr. Logang, who has witnessed the surge in mental health cases, particularly during the COVID pandemic, is opening up about the night shift's physical and psychological hazards and how they can lead to serious health issues—from disrupted circadian rhythms to potentially increased risks of cancer and dementia.

But there's a beacon of hope! Dr. Logang embodies empowerment, having overcome the scarcity of guidance to start her own practice. She's passionate about helping other nurse practitioners pave their path in private practice, balancing the demands of work with much-needed mental health support.

Join us as we explore everything from the stigma associated with mental health in the healthcare profession to the practical steps nurses can take to safeguard their wellbeing. Dr. Logang was a panelist at the Health & Wealth Expo : A Virtual Summit. If you missed any part of the expo, get an All Access Pass at: https://healthandwealthsummit2024.com/all-access-pass

00:00 Exciting two-day virtual summit with Dr. Logang.
03:08 ER provider emphasizes mental health surge pre-and-post COVID.
08:47 Child mental health stigma: a major issue.
13:23 Diagnosis and treatment for childhood mental health.
16:55 Signs of possible mental health issues.
20:35 Nurses face stress from multiple sources.
21:28 Nurses thrive in stressful healthcare environment, seek support.
28:08 Switching from night shift for safety reasons.
29:08 Dealing with mental health and making changes.
32:38 No help, no mentorship—found own way.
34:49 Open book offering free mental health consultations.