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Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Dr. Lloyd Sederer, an expert psychiatrist, as they discuss his view of mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Lloyd Sederer is a Psychiatrist, Public Health Doctor and Medical Journalist and is an Adjunct Professor at the Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health and Director of Columbia Psychiatry Media.  Dr. Sederer served for 12 years as the Chief Medical Officer of the New York State Office of Mental Health, where he continues as Distinguished Psychiatrist Advisor. He has been Executive Deputy Commissioner for Mental Hygiene Services in New York City (the \u201cchief\u201d psychiatrist for NYC), Medical Director and Executive Vice President of McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA (a Harvard teaching hospital), and Director of the Division of Clinical Services for the American Psychiatric Association.

He has published seven books for professional audiences and five books for lay audiences (with another in press), as well as 500 articles in medical journals, non-medical publications and book, film, TV and theatre review. His writings have appeared in numerous publications including The New York Times/The International Herald Tribune, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, The NY Daily News, The Washington Post, and Psychology Today.

In 2019, Dr. Sederer founded and now directs Columbia Psychiatry Media, which produces topical, expert videos for Medscape/WebMD; a podcast; and convenes conferences germane to mental health, the addictions, wellness and the social dimensions of health.

Please note that the contents of Coping with COVID-19 are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on COPING WITH COVID-19.

As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you\u2019re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately.

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Website: www.askdrlloyd.com