How to Be Patient

YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED A NEW TREND LATELY...

Everyone is loud and proud about their mental health struggles (and thank goodness)! For practitioners, this movement is as exciting as it is frustrating. As each mental health taboo falls by the wayside as it enters the cultural zeitgeist, a new aspect of our specialty thus emerges. One we just don’t have enough hours in the day to keep track of, let alone engage with. From better understanding our patients’ (and our own) relationships with their conditions in a changing world, it’s more important than ever that we learn: HOW TO BE PATIENT!

Each week on the 'How To Be Patient' podcast, join Dr. Preston Roche (Psychiatry Resident & Digital Influencer) and Dr. Margaret Duncan (Psychiatry Resident & Content Creator) on their quest to better understand the patients we dedicate our lives to and the evolving paths they’re bound to travel beyond the clinic.

Also, Dr. and Lady Glaucomflecken are our producers! 🤯

Recent

April 21, 2025

Our Favorite Coping Skills for Working in Stressful Times

In Episode 16, Preston and Margaret dive into the chaos of overnight residency, the reality of sleep deprivation, and how mindfulness can backfire when your brain just won’t sit still. From ruined meditations to hot girl walks through hospital hallways, they unpack what real-world coping actually l…
April 21, 2025

Our Favorite Coping Skills for Working in Stressful Times | How To Be Patient (Ep 16)

In Episode 16, Preston and Margaret dive into the chaos of overnight residency, the reality of sleep deprivation, and how mindfulness can backfire when your brain just won’t sit still. From ruined meditations to hot girl walks through hospital hallways, they unpack what real-world coping actually l…
April 16, 2025

Alcohol withdrawal explained in 90 seconds

this is obviously a simplification of the syndrome, but this is the best way to think about how everything in you body is fighting for homeostasis, and when you remove alcohol the high pressure "pipes" explode.

Reviews

NEVER STOP

"Already off to a great start. I guess time to start obsessing over presro’s podcast! If you dish it out, I’ll gladly listen endlessly good sir"

MrReub | Jan. 8, 2025

Such a great podcast!

"Thank you for talking about hard things and sharing information with all of us. This podcast is so well done and impactful for a variety of people at different stages of their lives."

ammagner | March 9, 2025

Social Worker learning about psychiatry

"This guy has helped me understand the doctors I work with better. Looking forward to listening!"

Sadie Jane H. | Jan. 12, 2025

Phenomenal Pod

"This podcast offers a refreshing and earnest view into your journeys into psychiatry and what goes into that training and practice. I'm not in healthcare but I really appreciate the window into your …"

Nick Raupp | Jan. 15, 2025

Way to go!!!

"This is fantastic and what a pair!!! Let’s go for next week!!!"

Alamo 3 | Jan. 13, 2025

Great psychoeducation!

"I'm a school psych and have really enjoyed the episodes so far! The SAD one was fab for letting me know I'm on the right track with my practices for this time of year. Thanks Preston & Margaret!"

Sarah | Jan. 23, 2025

Relatable and refreshing

"I’m a young attending physician in a different field/subspecialty but very much enjoy this podcast. It resonates both as a person and as a physician on many levels. Well done and thanks! I can’t wait…"

ChannelingVanGogh | Jan. 27, 2025

Approachable, engaging, useful

"I’ve worked in behavioral health for 10 years. 6 as a tech, 4 as an RN. Now, starting out my journey as a PMHNP. This approach to education/knowledge/perspective-sharing is so palatable. I’m engaged …"

amdhipp | Jan. 23, 2025

Recent Blog Posts

April 21, 2025

Beyond Mindfulness: Unconventional Coping Mechanisms for High-Stress …

In today's fast-paced world, high-stress jobs are becoming increasingly common. The pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and constantly adapt can take a significant toll on our mental and emotional well-being. While traditional coping mechanisms lik…

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April 14, 2025

Alcohol's Impact on the Brain: Beyond Relaxation and Red Wine

Welcome to a deeper exploration of alcohol's impact on the brain. Often, we perceive alcohol as a social lubricant, a relaxant, or even a sophisticated accompaniment to a meal, like a glass of red wine. But beneath the surface of these commonplace p…

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April 7, 2025

Your Brain on Social Anxiety: The Neuroscience Behind Fear and Loneli…

Welcome back to the blog! In this post, we're diving deep into the neuroscience of social anxiety. As many of you know, we recently released an episode titled "Social Anxiety & the Loneliness Epidemic" where we discussed the challenges of social…

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About the Hosts

Dr. Preston Roche (@.Presro) Profile Photo

Dr. Preston Roche (@.Presro)

Psychiatry Resident / Digital Influencer

Dr. Preston Roche is a psychiatry resident and social media content creator who uses humor to bridge the worlds of medicine and social media. He has gained widespread attention—and nearly faced expulsion—thanks to his viral TikTok videos, which blend humor and personal stories to share the realities of psychiatry, medical school, and mental health. With over 460K followers across platforms, Preston has built an exceptionally engaged following of mental health professionals and students.

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Dr. Margaret Duncan

Psychiatry Resident / Content Creator

Dr. Margaret Duncan is a psychiatry resident and social media content creator who shares her holistic approach to well-being on TikTok. In her own words, “I share about a wider way of what gets to count,” highlighting the significance of creativity and mindfulness in mental health. She coined the term "Strega Nona Fall," a concept that celebrates slowing down and embracing coziness, simplicity, and community. Margaret’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, ELLE, and Teen Vogue.