In this inspiring episode of The Hanley Effect, Dr. Michele Borba joins hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal for a heartfelt and practical conversation about how to raise kids who thrive, not just survive. Dr. Borba is an educational psychologist, is a best-selling author who has authored 27 books, and Today Show contributor. Drawing on 40 years of experience and decades of research, Dr. Borba breaks down what children truly need to build resilience, regulate emotions, and navigate a fast-changing world.

The conversation covers:

• Why prevention and protective factors matter more than ever
• The three “P’s” every child needs: a person, a place, and a protective buffer
• The top seven character strengths that correlate with resilience
• What parents can do, just one to three minutes at a time, to model emotional regulation
• Social media's impact on empathy, sleep, and self-control
• Real-world parenting strategies that help foster independence and self-confidence
• How to build a family culture that supports growth and mental wellness

Dr. Borba also shares stories from her books, discusses the science behind raising emotionally strong children, and offers immediately actionable tips for parents and caregivers who want to build connections and character in their kids.

Learn more about Dr. Michele Borba and download free parenting resources at www.micheleborba.com

Learn more about Hanley Foundation's prevention programs at www.hanleyfoundation.org

Listen now and discover how we can all raise a generation that thrives, even in the face of adversity.

In this episode of The Hanley Effect, Dr. Judith Grisel, behavioral neuroscientist, professor at Bucknell University, and author of the best-selling book Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction, joins Dr. Rachel Docekal and Dr. John Dyben for an eye-opening discussion on addiction, brain science, and healing.

Dr. Grisel shares her remarkable personal journey from homelessness and active addiction to recovery and groundbreaking neuroscience research. Now a nationally recognized expert and TED-Ed speaker, she focuses on the biology behind addiction vulnerability, exploring how genetics, development, and environment influence who becomes addicted and why.

Together, the group dives into:

• Why some people are biologically more prone to addiction
• The dangers of early drug use on developing brains
• The similarities between addictive drugs and modern digital stimuli (social media, pornography, and gaming)
• How our brains adapt to overstimulation—and what we lose when they do
• The importance of presence, real-world relationships, and sensory experiences in rewiring the brain for recovery
• Why there is always hope for healing—and how paying attention is a form of medicine

Dr. Grisel also reflects on her early recovery experience and shares a heartfelt connection to Hanley Foundation, where she was evaluated during her own journey to wellness.

Learn more about Dr. Judith Grisel’s work: Never Enough on Amazon

Need help? Visit hanleycenter.org or call 844-502-4673.

Whether you’re a clinician, a parent, or someone in recovery, this conversation is rich with insight, compassion, and scientific clarity.

When families face addiction and mental health crises, knowing where to turn can be life-changing. In this episode of The Hanley Effect, Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Michael Appel and Michael Walsh, two renowned interventionists and leaders from Crisis Case Management (CCM)—for a powerful conversation about the importance of long-term support, family systems, and the real heart of recovery.

With decades of experience between them, Mike and Mike bring a compassionate, no-nonsense approach to guiding families through their darkest moments. They share their personal journeys into recovery, the evolution of intervention from a one-time event to an ongoing relationship, and how true healing involves the entire family—not just the identified patient.

You’ll hear stories of redemption, resilience, and second chances—including a woman who got sober at 89 and a family who sent baby pictures from the delivery room to the interventionist who helped them find hope. From practical advice to deeply moving anecdotes, this episode offers inspiration and insight for anyone touched by addiction.

Key Topics:

• What crisis case management really looks like
• The shift from traditional interventions to long-term family support
• Why recovery is never a one-size-fits-all journey
• The importance of spiritual and emotional self-care for professionals
• Why you should never give up on someone you love

Resources & Links:

• Crisis Case Management: www.crisiscm.com
• Hanley Foundation: www.hanleyfoundation.org

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you’re not alone. Help is available. Call Hanley at 844-502-HOPE (4673).