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What this is for
- Press & commentary, interviews, expert quotes, on-camera or audio commentary on psychiatry, mental health, technology in healthcare, sports and performance psychiatry, and founder topics.
- Podcast appearances, long-form conversations on mental health literacy, how thought works, modern psychiatry, and the founder/operator side of building in healthcare.
- Speaking engagements, keynotes, panels, fireside chats, and corporate or conference talks for healthcare, technology, sports, leadership, and education audiences.
- Publishing, guest essays, op-eds, contributed pieces, and editorial collaborations.
- Professional collaborations, academic, industry, and creative partnerships consistent with the educational and editorial nature of this platform.
What this is not for
- Patient intake, appointment requests, or scheduling clinical care.
- Individual symptom questions, second opinions, or treatment recommendations.
- Prescription requests, refills, or coverage questions.
- Submission of medical records, lab results, or any personal health information.
- Crisis intervention. This site is not monitored for emergencies.
Topic areas
Frequent topics include: anxiety and overthinking; how "thinking" actually works; modern psychiatry and what good care looks like; technology, AI, and the future of mental health services; high performers and pressure; sports and performance psychiatry; founder mental health; and mental health literacy for general audiences.
How to reach out
Use the contact page or email support@shariqrefai.com, and select the inquiry type that best fits, Media & Press, Speaking Engagement, Publishing, or Professional Collaboration. Brief context, audience, format, and timing help us route your request quickly. Due to volume, we may only be able to reply to relevant professional requests.
Bio & usage
For approved bio language, headshots, and book imagery, please note your intended use (publication, episode, event, territory, and date) in your message. Materials are licensed for the specific use you describe; see the Copyright & Intellectual Property page for general terms.