Show Notes for Episode with Dr. Jacob L. Freedman

Episode 7: From The Couch to a Jerusalem Bakery: A Conversation with Dr. Jacob L. Freedman

Episode Description: In this insightful episode of Judaism with Altitude, we are joined by Dr. Jacob L. Freedman, a distinguished board-certified psychiatrist practicing in both The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and The State of Israel. Dr. Freedman shares his unique approach to psychiatry, which integrates mindfulness and Jewish values to help patients find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Guest Bio: Dr. Jacob L. Freedman is a board-certified psychiatrist with a private practice in Jerusalem. He is a graduate of The University of Massachusetts Medical School and The Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program, where he was Chief Resident of Inpatient Psychiatry and recipient of The Henry G. Altman Award for Excellence in Medical Education. Dr. Freedman has served as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine and has published in prestigious journals such as The American Journal of Psychiatry, The Harvard Review of Psychiatry, and The British Journal of Psychiatry. He is also an accomplished public speaker and consultant.

Episode Highlights:

• Dr. Freedman discusses how he incorporates mindfulness and Jewish values into his psychiatric practice.
• The importance of good relationships and healthy habits like sufficient sleep and exercise in reducing depression and anxiety.
• Dr. Freedman shares stories from his experience working with a diverse range of patients, including those with severe psychiatric conditions.
• Insights on how meaningful living and finding purpose can significantly improve mental health.

Books by Dr. Jacob L. Freedman:

• Off the Couch
• The Things I Told My Patients

Recommended Readings:

• Mindfulness: A Jewish Approach by Dr. Feiner
• Living in Presence by Benjy Epstein

Recommended TED Talk:

• What Makes a Good Life? Lessons from the Longest Study on Happiness by Robert Waldinger

Listen to the full episode to explore more about Dr. Freedman’s integrative approach to mental health and his invaluable insights into living a meaningful and fulfilling life.

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