Thought Leadership
Welcome to the J. Flowers Health Institute Thought Leadership Hub
Here you’ll find blogs, podcasts, and educational resources that make complex health information easier to understand.
Our work brings together medical science, psychology, and wellness to reveal how mind and body influence one another. In collaboration with specialists at the Texas Medical Center, we study how these connections shape diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
This is where we share what we learn so that we can help families, clients, and professionals make confident, informed decisions about their care.
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Mental Health
We take a comprehensive view of mental health.
Our research spans anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and other complex conditions that often overlap with medical issues. By examining each person’s full story (mind, body, and environment) we uncover patterns that lead to more accurate diagnoses and more effective care.
Each article explains findings in clear, practical terms to support understanding and encourage thoughtful next steps.
Complex Medical Conditions
Some conditions are rooted in more than biology alone.
Our research explores chronic pain, migraines, gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune issues, and other challenges that cross medical and psychological lines. And by bringing physicians, psychologists, and wellness specialists together, we reveal the hidden connections that isolated treatments sometimes miss.
Each publication translates this integrated approach into practical guidance that helps clients and providers move forward with clarity.
Substance Use Disorders & Addiction
We take a comprehensive view of addiction and recovery.
Our research explores alcohol and drug use disorders, prescription medication dependence, and behavioral addictions that often overlap with mental health and medical conditions. By examining each person’s full story — including neurobiology, trauma history, environment, and lifestyle — we uncover patterns that contribute to compulsive use and relapse risk.
Each publication translates this integrated approach into practical guidance that helps clients, families, and providers better understand addiction and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Understanding the Human Condition
A Podcast with Dr. James Flowers
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How Trauma Manifests In The Body With Dr. Melanie Somerville
Episode 88
Dr. Melanie Somerville gives expert insight into the power of Mindfulness. Tune in every Monday to learn more.
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How To Parent A Child With A Mental Illness And Prevent Parent Burnout
Episode 87
John Karren is the owner and co-founder of Elements Wilderness Program in Utah. John helps run two therapeutic wilderness programs: Elements is for boys thirteen to…
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Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, & Jeanie Griffin – Part Two – The Family Choice: Using “Bad” Words Like Intimacy And Vulnerability
Episode 85
In Part Two of this very special three-part series, Dr. James Flowers welcomes back to the show Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, and Jeanie Griffin. Tonda, Candy,…
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Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, & Jeanie Griffin – Part Three – When Enough Is Enough
Episode 86
In Part Three of this very special series, Dr. Jason Flowers welcomes back to the show Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, and Jeanie Griffin. Today, Tonda, Candy,…
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Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, & Jeanie Griffin – Part One – Spirituality & Family: From The Bridge Of Reason To The Shore Of Faith
Episode 84
In Part One of a very special three-part series, Dr. James Flowers welcomes to the show Tonda Chapman, Candy Finnigan, & Jeanie Griffin. Today, Tonda, Candy,…
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The Mind-Body Connection With Aproteem Choudhury
Episode 82
Aproteem Choudhury is a mind-body interventionist who focuses on integrative behavioral health consultancy and public health with six years of experience empowering traumatized clinical populations, communities,…
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Saying Yes To Opportunity With Amanda Blanco
Episode 83
Amanda Blanco is the CEO of the Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire, who started her career with UHS as a Mental Health Technician over 10 years ago.…
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Farideh Banafshei – Telemedicine, Therapy & Access To Quality Mental Healthcare
Episode 81
Farideh Banafshei is a relational integrative therapist who integrates and tailors evidence-based psychological interventions for mental healthcare, drawing knowledge from diverse schools of thought, to optimally…
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Eve Ruff – Helping Struggling Families With Addiction And Substance Abuse
Episode 79
Eve Ruff is a Senior Consultant with Clere Consulting, a firm specializing in working with families presenting with a constellation of complex behavioral health and addiction…
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Claudia Schwarz – From Advocate To Patient
Episode 78
Claudia Schwarz is the Vice President of Clinical Outreach at J. Flowers Health Institute. She’s a clinician who had her own private practice for years before…
The J. Flowers Health Institute Blog
A Comprehensive Resource from Our Specialists
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Fitness And Exercise Impact On Systems
Physical fitness is important for health and wellness because exercise has a beneficial effect on most systems in the body. Unfortunately, many people do not get adequate exercise. According to 2017 data, only, 53.3% of U.S. adults engaged in the amount of aerobic exercise that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends for…
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Comprehensive Medical Report and Treatment Plan
A comprehensive medical report and treatment plan are an important part of the treatment process at J. Flowers Health Institute. While many problems may be viewed as a mental health or behavioral problem, they also impact physical health, so a comprehensive assessment that considers both mental and physical health is valuable.
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Doctor Patient One on One Analysis
A cornerstone of successful treatment is a good doctor-patient relationship. During one-on-one analysis, underlying issues are explored and worked through. This type of analysis between doctor and patient is typically part of a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation. Let’s explore what patients want, the roles doctors and patients play during one-on-one analysis, different models of doctor-patient relationships,…
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Process Addiction Assessment
Addiction has two main categories: substance addiction and process addiction. Substance addiction includes abuse and dependence on alcohol or drugs. Process addiction includes compulsive behaviors such as gambling, excessive shopping, eating disorders, exercising too much, sex addictions, and various addictions involving computer devices. These are serious mental health issues that usually require treatment.
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Blood Test or Executive Blood Panel
When it comes to your health, getting the complete picture often allows a doctor to make the best decisions regarding treatments and lifestyle changes. While a doctor can use their eyes and tools like a stethoscope to examine you, sometimes it’s another test that reveals potential underlying conditions.
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Substance Use Disorder Evaluation
Learn About the Many SUD Assessment Tools
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Medication Evaluation to Improve Treatment
Why is a medication evaluation so essential to effective treatment? Medicines are crucial to our health. But, a wrong prescription or inappropriate use can turn a savior into a killer in no time. A proper prescription and sticking to your doctor’s instructions remain the cornerstone of safe medicine use. Tools like a medication evaluation reduce…
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Psychosocial and Trauma Assessments
According to an article from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an estimated 50% of those receiving behavioral health help (such as in therapy) have a history of trauma.1 Therapists estimate this number is higher for those who have a history of mental health disorders and struggle with substance abuse.
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Specialty Consults
Specialty consults allow a primary care physician to get information from specialists to improve the care of the patient. Different types of doctors can improve care by identifying more issues. One of the main issues with specialty consults is communication, reporting, and coordination of care. This article will discuss the issues raised by specialty consults…
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Nutritional Assessment Improves Treatment
A nutritional assessment is a practice provided typically by nutritionists or trained healthcare providers that looks at an individual’s overall dietary health. J. Flowers Health Institute uses nutritional assessments as part of its comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, leading to better treatment outcomes. A nutrient is a substance that provides the body with the nourishment required to…
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