Randy Nessie, founder of the field of evolutionary medicine and evolutionary psychiatry, explores why mental disorders are so common in humans despite natural selection. The episode covers topics such as evolution's role in low mood and depression, the advantages of anxiety, and why bad feelings are both normal and useless.
A study in which healthy people feigned mental illness to test the system claimed that actual patients are being disregarded by doctors because of blind faith in their diagnosis, even when patients try to correct them.
The music industry has a reputation for being tough on mental health, as many artists struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. However, not all musicians experience mental health problems, as some may have a fear of developing them.
The conversation centers around Jake's mental health and temporal lobe seizures, which have made his symptoms harder to manage.
Leanne opens up about her struggles with OCD and how it has led to issues with weight loss, including the potential development of an eating disorder.
The episode discusses the tragedy of someone going through severe mental illness and the impact it can have on those around them.
The speaker provides tips for managing anxiety and panic attacks by listing off thoughts and mentally talking yourself through the process.
Troubled adolescents experiencing problematic sexual attractions need a safe space to come forward and get help to prevent future unwanted behavior such as that of Jeffrey Dahmer.
In this TEDx talk, the speaker highlights the importance of establishing boundaries between work and personal life to prevent burnout while explaining how calling work our family can be detrimental to our mental and emotional health.
Bethany is overwhelmed with obligations to people in her life such as her husband, boyfriend, and growing family. Her grandmother noticed her being noticeably distracted and frightened during a gathering.
Emma Bunton discusses the brutal treatment received by girl bands, including Spice Girls, from tabloid media and how the impact of social media is equally damaging nowadays.
The podcast talks about how to handle conversations with people who are not in a regulated state, who are in their manic state, and who experience various degrees of emotions in one conversation.
The desire to kill oneself is not a desire to destroy the physical body; those struggling with suicidal thoughts shouldn't believe everything they think. Tools like ketamine and psilocybin, and even MDMA for PTSD, can allow individuals to find relief without harming themselves.
Despite the anxiety response that can occur when individuals recount their traumatic experiences, a detailed recounting is essential for positive effects of therapy. Mechanistic understanding of the fear circuits can provide treatments that can alleviate anxiety and pain relief.
Paolo offers advice to a woman going through tragedy and assists in finding closure by suggesting other ways to say goodbye. He also provides medical advice while building a friendship with her.
Homeless people with mental illness oftentimes lack access to proper healthcare, causing them to either be incarcerated, ignored, or passed through a revolving door from one agency to the next.
In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the idea of embracing negative feelings such as sadness, anxiety, and anger as an opportunity for growth and self-improvement, rather than suppressing them.
The speaker gives advice about how to compliment someone and plan things out. He also talks about Medicaid and resources for mental illness.
This podcast episode discusses how social media might contribute to the plenum of mental health issues among teenagers, citing a collaborative review of research literature as evidence.
The speaker talks about their experience of feeling a mix of joy and sorrow at all times and how it's essential to express gratitude and feelings of love to those around us despite the fear of falling into a deep well of emotions. They also discuss a minor correlation between being melancholic and having anxiety and depression.
The speaker shares their experience with anhedonia and struggling to find joy in their day-to-day, including struggling to choose content on Netflix, while the host discusses taking time off in August due to a digital overload meltdown.
The podcast delves into topics of depression, addiction, and trauma in a less bleak way than the historical events discussed, including cases of slave ships mutinying in ways that result in death.
The speaker discusses her experiences with depression and her desire for accidental pregnancy due to the transformative power of love.
A man runs loops around a strange street to reset himself, claiming it is better than virtual school.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking help and support through therapy for relationships that may need it. They discuss the common experience of someone falling in love intensely then suddenly pulling away, and the impact it can have on individuals.
The cost of implementing mental health programs affects all individuals regardless of age or socioeconomic status, and it requires a significant amount of money. Concerns arise about funding while discussions focus on minor issues, such as which bathroom a child should use.
The brain's physical functioning has a direct impact on our mental health, and taking care of our brain is essential to improve our overall well-being. In this podcast, the speaker discusses the basic 101 of the brain and shares insights on how to improve brain health.
A teenager discusses her experience with transitioning and the impact it had on her mental health, stating that while some teenagers may mistake transitioning as the answer to their emotional problems, it was the right decision for her and made everything easier.
In this episode, the hosts discuss how some people use mental health as a shield against criticism, and how this can create a complicated situation. They explore a recent incident in the NBA and share personal experiences with mental health struggles and the impact on relationships.
The speaker discusses their struggle with maintaining focus, even to the annoyance of their spouse, and their tendency towards disorganization.
The importance of recognizing and leaning into safe places that help reduce stress and anxiety, both internally and with loved ones.
A mother shares her struggle with postpartum depression, anxiety, and how medication, therapy, and moving to the suburbs helped her balance her mental health and motherhood.
This snippet of lyrics highlights the importance of being in a positive or "high" state of mind and suggests that having weapons such as positive beliefs and attitude can help a person stay high.
BL1714 is a powerful tool for promoting mental health and well-being by supporting a healthy response to everyday stress. Just Thrive Probiotic offers many scientifically proven products, including psychobiotics, to support mood, cognition, and emotional health.
In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, virtual therapy provider Talkspace offers listeners of the podcast $100 off their first month to encourage efforts towards improving overall mental health and wellbeing.
The Ridges was a fully functioning agricultural and dairy farm that was used as a form of mental health rehabilitation for patients. Strange noises have been heard behind the doors, such as a slow metal table being screeched across the floor.
The experience of postpartum mental health can vary greatly from person to person, and assumptions about how someone is feeling can be harmful. It's important to understand that postpartum depression or anxiety is serious and can be a surreal experience after giving birth via C-section.
The host of the podcast is taking a step back to prioritize her mental health after spending most of her free time on a murder investigation.
Meditation helps people to see beyond the programming they walk in with. It helps to know and accept oneself better or love oneself more.
The host discusses how watching a guest performing on stage made her question her own well-being and led her to cry for three days while watching dramas on Netflix.
The hosts discuss answering viewer questions about mental health and marital check-ins, emphasizing the importance of positivity and personal growth.
Climate change, wars, and injustices can be overwhelming and lead to feelings of sadness and existential dread. Seeking clinical help may be necessary for those experiencing prolonged periods of unhappiness.
The speaker has found coaching high school girls to be very beneficial to their mental health as they are able to spend time doing what they love and being outside regularly.
The speaker discusses their disturbing thoughts on suicide, addiction, and being hospitalized.
The intersection between the mental health world and the spiritual world is complex but oftentimes overlooked due to the modern age of science and rationalism. However, some believe that dark entities can manifest in one's life if they dwell in black magic or devil worshiping long enough.
The speaker reflects on how comparison can be a mental roadblock for people. Starting at zero is part of the journey and it's important to be kind to oneself.
The speaker finds it difficult to fully endorse advice that encourages people to avoid feeling sad or down because it could hinder actual self-improvement, and questions the role of historical literacy in accepting this advice.
The podcast discusses the issue of loneliness and how it affects people's mental health.
The podcast highlights a 15-year-old boy's experience with being attracted to a girl and how it led him to questionable acts. He sought help from a psychologist but did not follow through with it.
The host opens up about addressing her mental health and a potential plan to adopt a child with a fellow podcast guest.
This podcast discusses the importance of mental health awareness in the workplace and provides tips on how to support employees.
The hosts discuss their aversion to people who talk too much, coining the term "yak mouth". They joke about it but also acknowledge how it can be dangerous for one's mental health.
