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[@DoktoraJackie]

*Im curious! What is important for everyone else when looking for a training program?*

[@ranjanandmicmicnepalphilip7696]

Hello Doctora . Il be applying for 2022 match🤞 . just wanted to say that ur videos are always helpful. I also wanted to ask that since im applying late, will it make too much difference? Do u have any suggestions for those who apply late (after September)? Thanks in advance . :)

[@DoktoraJackie]

@@ranjanandmicmicnepalphilip7696 ​ hi! you definitely do not want to put off the applications any longer if you can avoid that! Many programs have already sent out interview requests for the season. Sometimes I hear that people will put off their submission because they are waiting for an additional LoR. I always say you can add that on later if you have a complete application without that. Best of luck!!

[@ranjanandmicmicnepalphilip7696]

@@DoktoraJackie noted po. Maraming salamat po doc.

[@anthony6701]

Surprised you don't have more of a following! As an MS3 applying psych, this was super helpful

[@DoktoraJackie]

we are getting bigger than I ever thought we could be!! I'm still new but seems like people are finding me :) welcome to the team!

[@ErnestoExplores]

hi cousin, this is really great, thank you and it's cool there are nice benefits like retirement, congratulations :)

[@DoktoraJackie]

yes! super important!! thank you!!

[@morningdottimesthree]

Absolute fire as always

[@DoktoraJackie]

thank youuu

[@constantineioannou429]

Excellent video and very timely.

[@DoktoraJackie]

thank you! i always appreciate your feedback :)

[@idarmistorres3156]

Very helpful! Thank you🙏🏽

[@DoktoraJackie]

happy to help!!

[@rahellequinn3466]

This is great information! Taking notes!

[@DoktoraJackie]

awesome!!!

[@shriramjawahar22]

Thanks!!!! 😊😊

[@vegavillegas2015]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@DoktoraJackie]

thank you!!

[@thebenjfamily7081]

Hi Thanks for the video! Im applying for the match and been thinking of psychiatry a lot for the past 2 years tbh but I have heard that the inpatient rotations can be a little dangerous or so I’m not really sure though any insight on that would be lovely. Thank you!

[@DoktoraJackie]

hi! it really depends on the program you go to but in general that is one of the first lectures I would give to anyone new on the unit as well as the medical students you work with. It is a falsehood that people who struggle with mental illness are more likely to harm others, they are more likely to harm themselves however agitation is a potentially real and scary scenario in any setting. training on how to de-escalate situations and how to prevent any injuries is a big priority in most hospitals

[@ariarose3089]

I know my question may be a bit off topic, but I hope you can please help me with an answer. I have a phobia, I'm trying to cope with it the best I know how. Every time I hear am airplane fly by, the noise triggers me to have mental breakdown. I get extremely scared as if it will crash, and there's this sense of panic that I can't control. It's torture, especially at night. Most people would say, oh it's a fear of flying, or a fear of heights. I'm not afraid kf heights, (I could easily get on a Rollercoaster or ferris wheel) I'm not afraid of flying (even though I've never been on a plane before). I'm afraid of the plane crashing where I am. And it's much worse with jets I would involuntarily, try and hide for cover & have a panic attack. Note: since I was a kid, in school, we would always have to watch 9-11 videos and have to do a report on. & there was even a plane that crashed in city knocking out the power causing a huge blackout for about a week and a half. (Thatadee more afraid of planes/jets) But it's weird it's ALWAYS the sound that triggers me. The louder (and lower) the plane or jet is, the worse the panic attack is. -p.s when I was a kid, I also had sensory issues & couldn't stand loud noises, can this be linked to that? What are your thoughts on this?

[@DoktoraJackie]

hi aria! i'm so sorry for what you're going through! because everyone deserves a thorough evaluation, i highly recommend you going to your primary doctor and finding a psychiatrist and therapist to share this with!

[@TheGolfnutt100]

Hi Jackie, I’m interested in becoming a psychiatrist. I’m a bit worried about how I’ll juggle with going through school and work, money specifically. What tips do you have for money and time management when you were a student?

[@DoktoraJackie]

hi! Thank you for your question. I agree with you! The financial commitment is huge. I do hope to do finance videos here in the future although it is quite a personal and triggering topic for many. Most students have loans and are part of the PSLF program or decide to pay it off after they graduate residency/fellowship. Creating a budget and sticking to it is really the key. It sounds so simple but it's so difficult when money comes with convenience especially when your priority is studying all the time. It is a tremendous investment that I believe has been worth it for myself. It is the ultimate delayed gratification test though!

[@icon_lienbarax7303]

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[@DoktoraJackie]

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[@patchworkpig89]

Very very helpful

[@DoktoraJackie]

im so glad!!

[@AZ-wg3eg]

Hey Dr. Jackie, I'm a US Caribbean student (MS2), with essentially non-existant research opportunities, support, etc. I've joined the APA back in February 2022 to show commitment to the specialty early on. Do you have any suggestions or routes I can take to make me competitive? I'm a US Army Infantry Veteran, as well as, a former Psychiatric RN with over 2000 hours experience in direct psychiatric patient care in a psychiatric ED. Thank you,

[@DoktoraJackie]

Hi! I think psychiatry will very much value your hands on experience!! I would focus on that! At the same time, attending the conferences is a great step as well. The APA in general is very supportive of medical students/trainees submitting posters to present and it could be a good opportunity once you find an attending to submit with during your clinical rotations!

[@AZ-wg3eg]

@@DoktoraJackie much appreciated, ty

[@taha20raha]

Hello Dr.Jackie. I am Tahera. I am doing my step 2 usmle in few months. I really love psychiatry. I dont know how to look for psychiatry observership here in tge US. Can help me with providing some information? Thanks. ❤

[@DoktoraJackie]

hi!! that's wonderful! the national organizations often have committees and/or resources for international medical graduates. Id start with the APA :)

[@taha20raha]

@@DoktoraJackie How and where I can apply for the onservership?

[@danieley4]

what about hours worked per week? moonlight options?

[@DoktoraJackie]

yes definitely asking what the requirements are for the program to allow you to moonlight and if they have built in moonlighting! great point!!

[@jennietabakig7313]

I'm taking pills for my insomnia in about 30 years and it doesn't show any changes. Doktora, can you give me the best alternative or drug in minimizing my insomnia.

[@DoktoraJackie]

Hi Jennie!! insomnia is so tough! I recommend going to speak to your primary doctor about this because there might be many reasons for insomnia so that would guide what treatment you should get