<h2>Episode Summary</h2> This powerful episode features Dr. Paul Corona, MD — known as <em>The Doctor for Depression</em> — who joins hosts G-Rex and Dirty Skittles for a deep conversation on mental health, suicide prevention, and the future of integrative care. With over 30 years of clinical experience and a mission rooted in compassion, Dr. Paul shares real-life stories, expert strategies, and a revolutionary mind-body approach that is changing lives. <p>We also take a look at how outdated medical education and mental health stigma are failing patients — and what Dr. Paul is doing to train the next generation of doctors.</p> <p>🎉 <em>We’re proud to be the 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winner for Best Mental Health Podcast — with over 2 million downloads!</em></p> <p>💬 <strong>We want to hear from you!</strong> Please share your feedback or leave us a voice message at <a href="https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a</a>.</p> <p> </p> <hr> <h2>🧠 Quote of the Episode</h2> <blockquote>“Mental illness is a medical problem, a neurological problem in our brains, and it’s real.” – Dr. Paul Corona</blockquote> <hr> <h2></h2> <h2>Meet Our Guest: Dr. Paul Corona, MD</h2> Dr. Paul is a trailblazer in the field of mental health who pivoted from traditional family medicine to develop an innovative and deeply personalized approach to healing. Known for his “Mind-Body Healing” method, Dr. Paul treats emotional distress as a whole-body experience—addressing neurochemical imbalances, lifestyle, and trauma, rather than masking symptoms. <p>He's also the author of <em>Healing the Mind and Body</em> (Volumes 1–3) and <em>The Corona Protocol</em>—a groundbreaking book tackling addiction, suicide, school shootings, and more through a scientific yet human-centered lens.</p> <p>🔗 Website: <a href="https://drpaulcoronamd.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://drpaulcoronamd.com/</a><br> 🔗 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/drpaulcoronamd/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/drpaulcoronamd/</a><br> 🔗 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drpaulcoronamd/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/drpaulcoronamd/</a><br> 🔗 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-corona-b090669a/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-corona-b090669a/</a><br> 📺 The Dr. Paul Show (YouTube & Roku): <em>search “thedrpaulshow” as one word</em></p> <h2></h2> <h2>Keywords</h2> Mental health, suicide prevention, integrative psychiatry, mind-body medicine, Dr. Paul Corona, depression treatment, holistic mental health, anxiety, healing stories, trauma, mental illness stigma, personalized mental health care, medication and therapy, neurochemical imbalance <p> </p> <hr> <h2></h2> <h2>Key Takeaways</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Mental illness is not weakness.</strong> It’s a treatable medical condition rooted in neurochemistry.</li> <li><strong>Pills aren't always the answer.</strong> Effective mental health care must be personalized and holistic.</li> <li><strong>Stigma kills.</strong> Many patients suffer in silence or are misdiagnosed due to outdated practices.</li> <li><strong>Rural areas are suffering.</strong> Lack of access and education worsens the crisis.</li> <li><strong>There is always hope.</strong> Dr. Paul’s mission is to restore that hope, one patient at a time.</li> </ul>   <hr> <h2></h2> <h2>Actionable Items</h2> <ul> <li>Don’t accept “a little better” — push for full recovery.</li> <li>Seek doctors who listen, not rush.</li> <li>Explore various treatment modalities, including medication, therapy, movement, and rest.</li> <li>Advocate for yourself — keep looking until you find the proper support.</li> <li>Read <em>The Corona Protocol</em> for guidance on healing and advocacy.</li> </ul>   <hr> <h2></h2> <h2>Episode Chapters</h2> <ul> <li><strong>00:00:06</strong> – Intro & Welcome</li> <li><strong>00:01:01</strong> – Meet Dr. Paul</li> <li><strong>00:02:43</strong> – Mental Illness is Real: Fighting Stigma</li> <li><strong>00:04:12</strong> – Dr. Paul’s Passion & Path</li> <li><strong>00:06:07</strong> – About <em>The Corona Protocol</em></li> <li><strong>00:09:10</strong> – Why Doctors Miss the Mark</li> <li><strong>00:12:51</strong> – Physical Health & Mental Health: The Connection</li> <li><strong>00:18:05</strong> – The Power of Listening in Medicine</li> <li><strong>00:22:15</strong> – Healing, Access & Hope</li> <li><strong>00:30:00</strong> – Global Mental Health Crisis</li> <li><strong>00:35:00</strong> – Self-Care for Caregivers</li> <li><strong>00:42:00</strong> – About the Dr. Paul Show & Final Thoughts</li> </ul>   <hr> <h2></h2> <h2>Resources & References</h2> <ul> <li>📘 <em>Healing the Mind and Body</em> Vols 1–3 – by Dr.