Genetic variation can affect cognitive abilities related to music, smell, etc., and understanding the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and implementing social interventions can improve the quality of life for millions of people.
The weight of depression can feel like drowning in thoughts, and getting out of bed can require superhuman effort. To cope, it's important to break things down practically into small steps like taking a warm shower, walking, calling a friend, or drinking water.
The Huberman Lab Podcast's premium channel is supporting research for science tools related to mental health, physical health and performance. The tiny foundation is also offering to match dollar for dollar all funds raised for research through the premium channel.
The speaker discusses using watching tennis as a way to give their brain a boost every morning and recommends taking an immersion course for a sport to enhance the benefits of watching it.
The guest reflects on her experience of transitioning from being a quiet and intimidated individual to a more attention-seeking comedian, while discussing the common perception of comedians being depressed with Jimmy Carr.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness provides a toll-free helpline and various resources for individuals seeking mental health support. If you have any information related to crime or missing persons, Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay can be reached at 1-800-873-TIPS.
Feeling relief at the thought of not waking up shouldn't scare someone, but instead, it should be used as a message to recognize that they are under too much pressure and need to change something to improve their life. The way someone feels is never wrong and is a messenger that they need to learn something.
A discussion on how to process overwhelming information and the struggles of trying to be responsible with money during the current climate.
The tragic story of Andrew Koenig, a former child actor who struggled with mental health issues and ultimately took his own life in 2010, is explored in this episode. Despite attempts by friends and family to help him, Koenig's depression and anxiety eventually became too much to bear.
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.
Brian discusses how he hated his personality in the evenings which he perceived as a bad spot caused by his chronic depression, and how people can identify their own version of bad personalities that affect their life.
A personal reflection on a lawyer father's struggles with alcoholism and mental health as his son watches him in the courtroom.
The transcript discusses the foundation for Jake's mental illness and its devastating consequences that laid during his formative years in abuse and how Patty arranged for a psychiatrist to evaluate him, which revealed that he showed signs of having experienced childhood sexual abuse.
This psychologist discusses an assessment system they've developed to help people overcome the stigma of seeking professional mental health support in Russia.
Poor and minority children have less access and lower quality of mental health services than their white and wealthy counterparts, leading to significant disparities in mental health outcomes.
After struggling with mental health, Ben found solace in scuba diving which became his primary focus. He was fortunate enough to have the financial support of his parents during his recovery period.
The speaker shares a helpful technique for breaking negative thought patterns by doing something that scares you or going against your usual mindset every day, in order to strengthen the muscle of resistance to negative thoughts.
The speaker gives advice about how to compliment someone and plan things out. He also talks about Medicaid and resources for mental illness.
Mental health diagnosis and psychotropic drugs can chop up to 25 years off one's life. Trauma is another aspect that has led to extreme mental distress, which still haven't been classified as diseases, and is estimated to affect around 30-40% of the population.
A homeless man was admitted to a psychiatric hospital under a false name, revealing gaps in the system and leaving multiple institutions and individuals at fault for failing to catch the mistake.
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 host interviews someone about their experiences with nightmares, anxiety, and depression. They talk about the difficulties of dealing with these issues and the feeling of not being able to do enough.
The pandemic and lockdowns have increased the demand for mental health services. This episode discusses how to recognize the need for therapy and accessible ways to access it.
A man runs loops around a strange street to reset himself, claiming it is better than virtual school.
The speaker shares their personal journey of overcoming the mental health stigma and finding medication and therapy to help manage their anxiety and depression.
Ed considers killing his grandfather, causing worry for his grandmother.
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 talks about experiencing severe depression and self-destructive behavior due to bipolar disorder. However, they also express the importance of acknowledging and confronting these feelings instead of pretending they do not exist.
The speaker shares her personal experience of going through a rough period in life, feeling insecure, lost, and acting out of character. She discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing these feelings to avoid damaging relationships with loved ones.
The speaker discusses their struggle with maintaining focus, even to the annoyance of their spouse, and their tendency towards disorganization.
The podcast host talks about the mental health challenges of being part of the large cast of Saturday Night Live and the importance of therapy in processing personal issues.
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing happiness over victim mentality, and taking responsibility for one's own healing and growth. Blaming others for one's own trauma or problems leads to a negative and unfulfilling life.
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.
We can combat the negative voice in our head by creating a script to remind ourselves of our goals and values, and practicing it regularly. This helps us overcome conditioning and patterns that cause us to be lazy and complacent.
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.
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.
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 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 explains how adhering to something that is self-motivating and self-actualizing can help align the chaos in their mind, which feels relaxing in an empowering way.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the issue of mental health as it relates to criminal responsibility, highlighting the difference in understanding and research between postpartum depression and other mental health disorders, as well as the use of forensic evidence to determine criminal responsibility in court.
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.
In this podcast, the hosts explore the concept of reprieve through the lens of a famous Shakespeare quote, discussing how taking a break to enjoy life can help improve our mental health and overall well-being.
The 988 Lifelines offers 24-7 support to those struggling with their mental health. In other news, a special episode highlights how money and influence can impact the justice system in South Carolina, using a shocking case as an example.
The host opens up about addressing her mental health and a potential plan to adopt a child with a fellow podcast guest.
In this podcast, experts discuss the significant role physical activity plays in promoting good mental health and explore ways to incorporate exercise into daily routines for a happier and healthier life.
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.
