LifeSource Caregivers Podcast Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:00:01 -0400 en-us © 2026 LifeSource Caregivers Podcast yes 28350feb-f63a-52c5-8423-eb57c3cadb41 LifeSource Inc. episodic false Welcome to The LifeSource Caregivers Podcast — a place for real stories, practical guidance, and compassionate support for caregivers navigating chronic disease, mental health, burnout, financial strain, and everything in between.


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) LifeSource Inc. https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b9anhgnz0f45vgv4z0whuwjeqren?.jpg LifeSource Caregivers Podcast Behavior Is Communication – Understanding Personality Disorders in Older Adults | Ep 2 Behavior Is Communication – Understanding Personality Disorders in Older Adults | Ep 2 When a loved one’s behavior becomes confusing, confrontational, or emotionally exhausting, it can be hard to know what they need—or how to respond without losing yourself in the process.

On the first episode of the LifeSource Caregivers Podcast, host Chuck Whitlock, author, is joined by co-host Peggy Baddour, CEO of LifeSource, Inc., along with Dr. Michael Penland, psychologist, and Ann Clinton, LCSW. Together, they explore personality disorders in older adults through a compassionate and practical caregiving lens. They discuss the challenge of recognizing difficult patterns, the value of clear boundaries, and one powerful way to rethink behavior when communication breaks down.

Whether you are a family caregiver or a care professional, this conversation will leave you with a more empathetic perspective and a timely reminder that caring for someone else also requires caring for yourself.

🔗 Learn more at https://lifesourceinc.org.

🔗 Get the LifeSource book: https://lifesourceshop.com/

This episode is intended for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized mental-health or medical guidance.

]]> When a loved one’s behavior becomes confusing, confrontational, or emotionally exhausting, it can be hard to know what they need—or how to respond without losing yourself in the process.

On the first episode of the LifeSource Caregivers Podcast, host Chuck Whitlock, author, is joined by co-host Peggy Baddour, CEO of LifeSource, Inc., along with Dr. Michael Penland, psychologist, and Ann Clinton, LCSW. Together, they explore personality disorders in older adults through a compassionate and practical caregiving lens. They discuss the challenge of recognizing difficult patterns, the value of clear boundaries, and one powerful way to rethink behavior when communication breaks down.

Whether you are a family caregiver or a care professional, this conversation will leave you with a more empathetic perspective and a timely reminder that caring for someone else also requires caring for yourself.

🔗 Learn more at https://lifesourceinc.org.

🔗 Get the LifeSource book: https://lifesourceshop.com/

This episode is intended for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized mental-health or medical guidance.

]]> LifeSource Inc. Buzzsprout-19759430 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 2014 1 full false The Truth About Psych Meds for Seniors – What Caregivers Must Know! with Dr. Tamatha Arms | Ep 1 The Truth About Psych Meds for Seniors – What Caregivers Must Know! with Dr. Tamatha Arms | Ep 1 When a loved one is taking medication for depression, anxiety, dementia-related agitation, psychosis, or another mental-health concern, caregivers often face more questions than answers. In this episode, Dr. Tamatha Arms joins the LifeSource Caregivers Podcast to explore the careful balance between medication benefits, side effects, therapy, and quality of life.

Dr. Arms explains why medication decisions for older adults require a personalized approach, how caregivers can work with providers and pharmacists, and why changes to a treatment plan should never be rushed. The discussion also examines polypharmacy, gradual dose reduction, pharmacogenetic testing, antipsychotic medications, and the importance of listening to a loved one’s goals.

This is a practical, compassionate conversation for caregivers navigating complex care decisions while trying to help someone they love live well in the present.

Learn more about LifeSource services at lifesourceinc.org.

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to any medication or care plan.

]]> When a loved one is taking medication for depression, anxiety, dementia-related agitation, psychosis, or another mental-health concern, caregivers often face more questions than answers. In this episode, Dr. Tamatha Arms joins the LifeSource Caregivers Podcast to explore the careful balance between medication benefits, side effects, therapy, and quality of life.

Dr. Arms explains why medication decisions for older adults require a personalized approach, how caregivers can work with providers and pharmacists, and why changes to a treatment plan should never be rushed. The discussion also examines polypharmacy, gradual dose reduction, pharmacogenetic testing, antipsychotic medications, and the importance of listening to a loved one’s goals.

This is a practical, compassionate conversation for caregivers navigating complex care decisions while trying to help someone they love live well in the present.

Learn more about LifeSource services at lifesourceinc.org.

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to any medication or care plan.

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