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408 episodes mention this concept

DocSnipes
Apr 19, 2026
The Holistic Impact of Addiction on the Nervous System, Gut Microbiome, and Stress Response, and Pathways to Recovery
NeuroscienceAutonomic nervous systemNeurotransmittersGut microbiomeVagus nerve
ChrisWillx
Apr 12, 2026
The Detrimental Psychological Impact of Institutional Daycare on Early Childhood Development
PsychologyPrimary attachment figuresInstitutional settingsCaregiver-to-child ratioSalivary cortisol levels
ChrisWillx
Mar 30, 2026
From Creative Bursts to Anti-Desire Drugs: Navigating Self-Help, AI, and Modern Relationships
PsychologyMisophoniaMukbang cultureCreative fugue stateIdiosyncratic compliance
barryseconomics
Mar 29, 2026
The Algorithmic Skinner Box: How Social Media Trains Users and Creators Through Variable Ratio Reinforcement and Dopamine
PsychologyVariable Ratio Reinforcement ScheduleSkinner BoxOperant ConditioningDopamine Reward System
Freakonomics
Mar 27, 2026
The Hidden Cost of Hit Albums: Distracted Driving and Traffic Fatalities on Music Release Days
EconomicsNatural experimentsDistracted drivingTraffic fatalitiesStreaming volume
barryseconomics
Mar 15, 2026
Unchecked Power, Eroding Rules, and the Brain's Response: The Neurological Cost of Societal Instability
PsychologyBehavioral economicsPsychological economicsGlobal rulesDoom scrolling
barryseconomics
Mar 8, 2026
How Social Media Hacks Your Brain: The Profit Motive and Unregulated Psychological Experimentation
PsychologyUnregulated psychological experimentBias blind spotAnchoring effectNudge theory
ChrisWillx
Feb 24, 2026
Reversing Sexual Monotony and Fostering Deeper Relationship Connections Through Conscious Relating
RelationshipsSexual monotonyRelationship rutBehavior modification (with good intentions)Conscious relating
Freakonomics
Feb 18, 2026
Nudge: Updating Behavioral Economics, Choice Architecture, and Policy for Modern Challenges
EconomicsNudge theoryChoice architectureBehavioral economicsLibertarian paternalism
psychacks
Feb 16, 2026
Deconstructing the Perceived Value of Sex in the Sexual Marketplace
RelationshipsSexual marketplaceValue propositionEmotional attachmentMarket rate
barryseconomics
Feb 8, 2026
Epstein Is Not an Aberration: How Extreme Wealth and Inequality Create Systemic Monsters
EconomicsExtreme wealth concentrationBehavioral economicsNeuroscience of powerEmpathy gap
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 8, 2026
The Insidious Trap of Consuming Self-Help Content Without Implementation
Self-DevelopmentProductive procrastinationEfficient time-wastingConsumption-driven contentImplementation gap
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 1, 2026
Your Goals Are Designed to Make You Quit: The Science of Sustained Behavioral Change
Self-DevelopmentBehavioral changeNew Year's resolutionsAccountability partnersSelf-efficacy
barryseconomics
Jan 25, 2026
The Psychological Impact of Money: How Wealth Narratives Transform Human Behavior and Empathy
PsychologyBehavioral scienceMoney primingSelf-fulfilling prophecyNarrative as software
barryseconomics
Jan 11, 2026
Why The Powerful Never Need To Argue: The Traitors, Inequality, and the Wealth Tax
EconomicsInformation asymmetryPower asymmetryStrategic silenceFragmentation of opposition
ChrisWillx
Jan 9, 2026
The Psychology of Ending Arguments and Cultivating Authentic Change
PsychologyShame hot potatoFeeling seenTrying to change (others/self)Defending oneself
hubermanlab
Jan 5, 2026
Mastering Habit Formation: The Art of Starting, Consistency, and Environmental Design with James Clear
Self-DevelopmentHabit formationBehavioral changeEnvironmental designFriction (in habit initiation)
psychacks
Dec 29, 2025
The Unspoken Realities of Staying at Home: Boredom, Isolation, and Gender Dynamics
PsychologyBehavioral economicsGender rolesSocial stigmaNuclear family
DocSnipes
Oct 3, 2025
Understanding and Managing Sensory Changes in Older Adults to Reduce Irritability
HealthSensory changes in older adultsIrritabilityCognitive overloadSlower neural processing
DocSnipes
Sep 19, 2025
Understanding Grief and Trauma: Emotional Salience, Diverse Losses, and Healing Strategies After Tragedies
PsychologyTrauma (feeling unsafe and powerless)Emotional SaliencePTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
psychacks
Sep 8, 2025
Why Women Get Ghosted: The Covert Calculus of Sexual Opportunity and Relationship Value
RelationshipsGhostingSexual opportunityGood times to hassle ratioRelationship phases (attraction, negotiation, maintenance)
DocSnipes
Aug 27, 2025
Monitoring Progress and Overcoming Barriers to Achieve Goals: A SMARTT Approach
Self-DevelopmentSMARTT goalsFrequency, Intensity, Duration (FID)Behavior modificationBehavior strain
DocSnipes
Aug 27, 2025
Monitoring Progress and Overcoming Barriers to Achieve Goals: A SMARTT Approach
Self-DevelopmentSMARTT goalsFrequency, Intensity, Duration (FID)Behavior modificationBehavior strain
DocSnipes
Aug 11, 2025
Leveraging Readiness for Change in SMART Goal Setting and Behavior Modification
PsychologySMART goal settingBehavior modificationReadiness for changePre-contemplation
PredictiveHistory
Aug 8, 2025
The West's Self-Inflicted Decline: A Critique of Canadian Society, Generational Selfishness, and the Illusion of Empire
GeopoliticsSocial capital trust and cohesionCanadian identityEconomic growth mechanismsResource exploitation
DrTraceyMarks
Aug 6, 2025
Silence Your Inner Critic: How to Activate Your Brain's 'Inner Coach' for Resilience and Growth
PsychologyInner CriticInner CoachSelf-talkSelf-sabotage
barryseconomics
Jul 31, 2025
The Social and Behavioral Economics of Inequality: A Personal Journey
EconomicsSocial economicsBehavioral economicsEconomic inequalitySystemic inequality
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 28, 2025
Pornography: Beyond Frequency – The Role of Motivation, Self-Esteem, and Context in Problematic vs. Healthy Use
PsychologyProblematic pornography useHealthy pornography useMeta-analysesDopamine receptors
DocSnipes
Jul 17, 2025
Parenting Challenges: Decoding Complaining, Procrastination, and Disobedience as Child Communication
RelationshipsBehavior as CommunicationMotivational Interviewing PrinciplesBehavioral ReinforcementAutopilot Behaviors
DocSnipes
Jul 17, 2025
Parenting Challenges: Decoding Complaining, Procrastination, and Disobedience as Child Communication
RelationshipsBehavior as CommunicationMotivational Interviewing PrinciplesBehavioral ReinforcementAutopilot Behaviors
DrTraceyMarks
Jul 9, 2025
How Your Brain Naturally Converts Mistakes into Breakthrough Life Lessons: The Mental Debugging Technique
Psychologyprediction errordopamine dropneural pathwaysneuroplasticity
DocSnipes
Jul 3, 2025
Developing Emotional Intelligence in Children to Mitigate Distress and Promote Well-being
PsychologyEmotional intelligenceDistress and Chronic StressNeurotoxicityBrain Malleability
DrTraceyMarks
Jul 2, 2025
Setbacks and the Brain: How to Bounce Back Stronger Through Mental Debugging
PsychologyPrediction errorDopamine dropNeural pathwaysNeuroplasticity
DocSnipes
Jun 26, 2025
Neurobiological Strategies for Addiction Recovery: Regulating the Nervous System and HPA Axis
HealthNeurogenesisNeurobiological recoveryHPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
psychacks
Jun 20, 2025
Embracing Radical Responsibility: You Are Your Own Cavalry
Self-DevelopmentPersonal ResponsibilityRadical AccountabilityVictim MentalitySelf-Agency
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 16, 2025
Understanding the Socially Anxious Extrovert: Neuroscience, Paradoxical Desires, and Overcoming Avoidance
PsychologySocially anxious extrovertIntroversionExtroversionSocial anxiety
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 10, 2025
Why Popular Digital Detoxes Fail and How to Achieve Sustainable Balance with Technology
PsychologyDopamine detox (critique)Social media detox (critique)Addiction psychiatryWithdrawal symptoms
psychacks
May 26, 2025
The Disposable Man: Deconstructing Male Self-Sacrifice and Societal Indoctrination
PsychologyBrainwashingDisposable sexSelf-sacrificeKamikaze script
HealthyGamerGG
May 17, 2025
Overcoming Video Game Addiction: Reclaiming Your Life by Fulfilling Core Psychological Needs
PsychologyVideo Game AddictionDopamineergic ReleaseEvolutionary Purpose of FunFundamental Psychological Needs
psychacks
May 12, 2025
The Evolutionary and Cultural Roots of Female Desire: From Normative Conformity to Modern FOMO
RelationshipsEmergent phenomenonNormative desireChicken and the egg problemPopulation distribution
hubermanlab
Apr 21, 2025
Overcoming Substance & Behavioral Addictions: Trauma, Distress Tolerance, and Modern Challenges
PsychologyAddiction treatmentTrauma recoverySubstance use disorder (SUD)Behavioral addictions
HealthyGamerGG
Apr 3, 2025
Why You Don't Feel Good Enough: Deconstructing the Self-Improvement Trap and Cultivating Inner Peace
PsychologySelf-improvement loopEmotional driverDopaminergic ticketsBehavioral reinforcement
DocSnipes
Mar 10, 2025
Preventing Paybacks and Fraud in Medicare and Medicaid Behavioral Health Billing
HealthMedicare BillingMedicaid BillingBehavioral Health BillingCPT Codes (90832, 90834, 90837)
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 19, 2025
The Neurobiology and Societal Dynamics of Situationships: Why Modern Dating is a 'Prisoner's Dilemma'
RelationshipsSituationshipsFriends with Benefits (FWB)Prisoner's Dilemma (in relationships)Fractured Attention
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 28, 2025
The Illusion of Easy Self-Help: Why True Transformation Requires Sacrifice and Brain Training
Self-DevelopmentSelf-help GuruOG Guru (Traditional Guru)Ambivalence (in human behavior)Motivational Interviewing
psychacks
Jan 27, 2025
The Chronic Nature of Mental Illness: Management, Not Cure, for Lasting Well-being
PsychologyMental illnessSpontaneous remissionMild mental illnessModerate to severe mental illness
NewEconomicThinking
Jan 22, 2025
The Ripple Effect of Automatic Enrollment on Household Finances, Borrowing, and Creditworthiness
EconomicsAutomatic EnrollmentOpt-in vs. Opt-out systemsDefault contribution rateDefault asset allocation
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 17, 2025
Conquering Desire: Shifting from Wanting to Having for Lasting Contentment
Self-DevelopmentDesireContentmentWanting modeHaving mode
NewEconomicThinking
Jan 15, 2025
Unveiling Investor Ideology: How Mutual Funds' Proxy Voting Shapes Society and the Economy
FinanceMutual FundsAsset ManagementInstitutional InvestorsInvestor Ideology
psychacks
Jan 3, 2025
The 10-Second Conflict: Winning the Battle for Behavioral Change
Self-Development10-second battleBehavioral changeHabit formationWill to action
psychacks
Jan 3, 2025
The 10-Second Conflict: Winning the Battle for Behavioral Change
Self-Development10-second battleBehavioral changeHabit formationWill to action
DocSnipes
Dec 22, 2024
Behavior Modification Strategies for Sustainable Addiction Recovery
Self-DevelopmentBehavior modificationAddiction recoveryBackward chainingForward chaining
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 14, 2024
Anhedonia: Understanding and Overcoming the Inability to Experience Pleasure and Motivation
PsychologyAnhedoniaDopamine circuitryNucleus AccumbensHedonics (pleasure)
DocSnipes
Dec 9, 2024
Unlocking Flexible Careers: Jeanie Smith's Guide to Locum Tenens for Behavioral Health Clinicians
HealthLocum TenensBehavioral Health StaffingWorkforce GapsClinician Autonomy
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 4, 2024
Time Traps You In Regret: Overcoming Depression Through Behavioral Activation and Present Moment Awareness
PsychologyConception of timeCognitive evolutionFuture projectionPast rumination
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 4, 2024
Time Traps You In Regret: Overcoming Depression Through Behavioral Activation and Present Moment Awareness
PsychologyConception of timeCognitive evolutionFuture projectionPast rumination
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 4, 2024
Time Traps You In Regret: Overcoming Depression Through Behavioral Activation and Present Moment Awareness
PsychologyConception of timeCognitive evolutionFuture projectionPast rumination
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 22, 2024
The Neurobiology of Pornography Addiction: A Roadmap to Quitting
PsychologyPornography addictionNeurobiology of addictionThalamic inputSensory input
DocSnipes
Nov 21, 2024
Caregiver ALERT! Reduce STRESS and BURNOUT Now!
HealthActivities of Daily Living (ADLs)Family caregiverHired caregiverCaregiving frequency, intensity, duration
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 2, 2024
Unpacking End-Stage Screen Addiction: Terminal Boredom, Introspective Failure, and the Illusion of Willpower
PsychologyEnd-stage screen addictionTerminal boredomIntrospective failureDopamine downregulation
psychacks
Oct 25, 2024
The Three Continuous Phases of Relationships: Attraction, Negotiation, and Maintenance
RelationshipsThree phases of relationshipsAttraction phaseNegotiation phaseMaintenance phase
DocSnipes
Oct 17, 2024
Rethinking Mental Health: The PIECES Transdiagnostic Approach to Assessment and Treatment Effectiveness
PsychologyPIECES model (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Transdiagnostic assessmentAntidepressant effectivenessCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
psychacks
Oct 7, 2024
The Lens of Attraction: How a Woman's Desire Shapes Her Perception of Your Behavior
PsychologyLens of AttractionHigh AttractionLow AttractionDesire (emotion)
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 12, 2024
Social Media's 'Brain Rot': How Artificial Stimulation Damages Motivation, Relationships, and Health
HealthDopamine circuitryNucleus accumbensEvolutionary psychologyCalories vs. nutrition analogy
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 1, 2024
Shattering Self-Limiting Identity: The 'Do The Impossible' Path to Confidence
Self-DevelopmentSelf-esteemConfidenceIdentity (sense of self)Social comparison
HealthyGamerGG
Aug 11, 2024
Why Your Thoughts Aren't The Enemy: Mastering Your Mindset with Third-Wave Psychotherapy
PsychologyCognitive RegulationThree-head/Five-head analogyPsychotherapy EvolutionBehaviorism
DrTraceyMarks
Jun 26, 2024
Beyond Medication: A Holistic Approach to Chronic Mental Health Conditions When Nothing Seems to Work
PsychologyBenzodiazepine (Klonopin/clonazepam)Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Instrumental ADLsSevere depression
DocSnipes
May 27, 2024
Becoming an Addiction Counselor: Career Paths, Certification, and State-Specific Requirements
PsychologyAddiction Counselor CertificationCo-occurring DisordersReciprocity (IC&RC)Supervised Clinical Hours
HealthyGamerGG
May 24, 2024
Navigating Fear, Identity, and Relationships: Insights from Social Engineering and Self-Perception with PirateSoftware
PsychologyGame JamSafe to Fail EnvironmentGame Design DocumentSocial Engineering
HealthyGamerGG
May 12, 2024
Stop Taking Things Personally: Externalizing Problems for Self-Improvement and Emotional Well-being
PsychologyTaking things personallyNarcissismNarcissistic defense mechanismAccepting appropriate responsibility
psychacks
May 3, 2024
The Business of Suffering: Reification, Medicalization, and the Crisis of Mental Health Outcomes
PsychologyReification of mental disordersMonopoly on treatmentPharmacotherapyPsychotherapy
hubermanlab
May 1, 2024
The Neurobiology of Sleep, REM, and Emotional Regulation: Overnight Therapy for Mental Health
HealthRapid Eye Movement (REM) sleepEmotional regulationMental healthAmygdala responsivity
psychacks
Apr 19, 2024
The Trap of Understanding: Why Demanding Empathy Can Be a Costly Concession in Relationships
PsychologyTrap of understandingFoundational cultural assumptionCouple's therapy assumptionsShame-based family of origin
HealthyGamerGG
Apr 13, 2024
The Paradox of Resisting Pornography Cravings: Why Fighting Addiction Can Make It Worse
PsychologyPornography addictionCraving resistance paradoxNeuroscience of addictionPhysiological withdrawal
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 30, 2024
The Neuroscientific Link Between ADHD and Obesity: Mechanisms and Interventions
PsychologyMind-Body ConnectionAltered Reward ProcessingDopaminergic CircuitryPrefrontal Cortex (PFC)
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 1, 2024
The Crucial Distinction Between Personality and Identity: Avoiding 'Cringe' in Self-Development
Psychologypersonalityidentitycringeself-development
psychacks
Mar 1, 2024
Rethinking Depression: Challenging the Intrapsychic Fallacy and Emphasizing Environmental Factors
PsychologyIntrapsychic fallacyMonoamine hypothesisCognitive hypothesisPharmaceutical interventions
psychacks
Mar 1, 2024
Rethinking Depression: Challenging the Intrapsychic Fallacy and Emphasizing Environmental Factors
PsychologyIntrapsychic fallacyMonoamine hypothesisCognitive hypothesisPharmaceutical interventions
hubermanlab
Feb 26, 2024
Protocols for Sturdy Parenting and Healthy Relationships: Boundaries, Empathy, and Internal Goodness
PsychologySturdiness (in relationships/leadership)Parenting job descriptionHealthy boundariesEmpathy and validation
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 24, 2024
Announcing Dr. K's Book: How to Raise a Healthy Gamer - Addressing Gaming Addiction and Fostering Balanced Lives
PsychologyGaming addictionPsychological needsNeuroscience researchClinical practice
DocSnipes
Feb 23, 2024
Increasing Motivation in All PIECES of Addiction Recovery: A Holistic Approach
PsychologyMotivation (desire for action)Expectation of reward/survivalEnergy for motivationBehavior-specific motivation
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 7, 2024
Beyond Dopamine Detox: Leveraging Brain Circuits for Sustained Motivation and Behavioral Control
PsychologyDopamineNucleus AccumbensBehavioral ReinforcementDopamine Depletion
DocSnipes
Jan 2, 2024
Pornography Addiction Recovery: Understanding Criteria, Post-Acute Withdrawal, and the Recovery Process Basics
PsychologyPornography addiction criteriaPost-acute withdrawal (PAW)Neurochemical rebalancingNeurocircuitry changes
DocSnipes
Dec 29, 2023
6 Common Mistakes in Goal Setting: Tips to Achieve Success and Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal SettingSMART GoalsBehavior ModificationBehavior Strain
DocSnipes
Dec 29, 2023
6 Common Mistakes in Goal Setting: Tips to Achieve Success and Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal SettingSMART GoalsBehavior ModificationBehavior Strain
hubermanlab
Dec 11, 2023
The Causes, Diagnosis, and Heterogeneity of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Insights from Dr. Karen Parker
HealthAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Social functioningIncidence vs. DiagnosisBehavioral diagnosis
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 8, 2023
The Paradox of Motivation: Why Excessive Drive Hinders True Contentment and Freedom
PsychologyMotivation (good vs. bad)Hedonics / Hedonic pleasureEudaimonics / Eudaimonic contentmentNucleus Accumbens
DocSnipes
Dec 4, 2023
Restoring Marriage Through Good Orderly Direction: A Secular-Spiritual Framework for Love and Abundance
RelationshipsGood Orderly Direction (G-O-D)Pastoral Counseling EducationSecular Application of Spiritual PrinciplesInstruction Manual for Life (metaphor)
psychacks
Nov 24, 2023
The Carrot and the Stick: Understanding Human Behavior Through Incentives, Not Personality
PsychologyIncentivesCarrot and StickRewardPunishment
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 24, 2023
The Illusion of Progress: Why Consuming Mental Health Content Isn't Enough for Real Change
Self-DevelopmentFalse sense of well-beingPassive content consumptionBehavioral changeInformation manipulation
DocSnipes
Nov 14, 2023
Beyond SMART Goals: The PIECES Model for Sustainable Motivation
Self-DevelopmentSMART Goal SettingIntrinsic MotivationBehavior ChangeDopamine Secretion
psychacks
Nov 10, 2023
The Indispensable Role of Routines and Structure in Emotional Well-being and Performance
Self-DevelopmentEmotional regulationSelf-esteemDaily routinesLife structure
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 24, 2023
The Internal Barriers to Success: Why External Formulas Fail and How to Truly Become Awesome
Self-Development10,000-hour ruleBiohackingBrain hackingNootropics
DrTraceyMarks
Oct 11, 2023
Behavioral Activation: The Hidden Weapon Against Depression Explained
PsychologyDepressionBehavioral Activation (BA)Negative Feedback LoopPsychological Reward
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 6, 2023
Debunking Introversion Myths and Overcoming Social Exhaustion
PsychologyIntroversionExtroversionSocial anxietySocial exhaustion
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 30, 2023
Harnessing Shame for Personal Growth: An Evolutionary Perspective on Overcoming Modern Avoidance
PsychologyEvolutionary purpose of shameMaster emotionPersonal growthBehavioral change
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 29, 2023
The Science of Personality Change: Mastering Metacognition and Meta-Emotion
PsychologyPersonalityLife transplantPersonality transplantInterpretation of information
DocSnipes
Sep 27, 2023
Navigating Children's Anxiety: Identifying Symptoms, Understanding Causes, and Implementing Effective Interventions
PsychologyAnxiety (as fear)Fight or Flight Response (Fawn, Freeze, Forget About It)Stress ResponseExistential Anxiety
DocSnipes
Sep 21, 2023
Overcoming Goal Setting Blues: Why It Makes You Depressed and Anxious and How to Cope
PsychologyChange causes crisisExecutive control networkDefault mode networkDepression (emotional label)
DocSnipes
Aug 22, 2023
Empower Your Mental Health: A Crash Course in CBT, DBT, ACT, and the PIECES Approach
PsychologyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
psychacks
Aug 21, 2023
The Five Endgames Women Face in the Modern Sexual Marketplace
RelationshipsSexual Marketplace Value (SMV)Female HypergamyIntersexual CompetitionGatekeepers of Sex
EconomicsExplained
Aug 20, 2023
Comparative Economic Systems: Testing Capitalism vs. Communism Through Economic Twins
EconomicsMicroeconomicsMacroeconomicsScientific Method in EconomicsControlling Variables
DocSnipes
Aug 18, 2023
Transforming Trauma: Empowering Individuals Through the UNPACKS Framework
PsychologyTrauma (definition)EmpowermentSense of safetyPTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
HealthyGamerGG
Aug 8, 2023
Understanding Psychosomatic Illness: Mind-Body Connection, Trauma, and Systemic Treatment Gaps
PsychologyPsychosomatic illnessMind-body connectionHomeostatic unitWestern medicine specialization
DocSnipes
Jul 31, 2023
Unlocking Resilience: Helping Children Thrive After Divorce
PsychologyPersonalization (child self-blame)Behavioral issues as communicationCircadian rhythms disruptionParental unavailability
DocSnipes
Jul 24, 2023
The Hidden Link Between Anger, Guilt, and Shame: Understanding Self-Directed Anger
PsychologyAngerGuiltShameSelf-directed anger
hubermanlab
Jul 24, 2023
Shaping Identity & Goals: The Science of Self-Definition and Navigating Life's Changes with Dr. Maya Shankar
Self-DevelopmentIdentityGoalsMotivationIdentity Foreclosure
DocSnipes
Jul 4, 2023
Overcoming Codependency: Six Tools for Supporting a Partner's Recovery Journey
PsychologyCodependencyTrauma responseFear of abandonmentConditional love
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 24, 2023
The Real Reason Your Bad Habits Keep Winning: How Monks Break Habits Through Awareness, Not Willpower
PsychologyWillpowerHabit formationDopamine circuitCannabinoid circuit
DocSnipes
Jun 21, 2023
Unlocking Life's Purpose: Finding Meaning and Acceptance with ACT Therapy
PsychologyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Destructive normalityExperiential avoidanceTherapeutic interventions
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 21, 2023
Overcoming Awkwardness: Shifting Attention from Self to Surroundings
Self-DevelopmentInternal attentionExternal awarenessSelf-focusSocial awkwardness
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 15, 2023
The Neurological Impact of Prolonged Gaming: Dopamine, Serotonin Imbalance, Learning Impairment, and Executive Function Deficits
PsychologyGamer trait/debuffDopamineSerotoninDopaminergic dependence
DocSnipes
Jun 9, 2023
Stop Giving Up Easily! 10 Powerful Tools to Boost Motivation and Persistence
Self-DevelopmentBehavior strainPhysical motivationAffective motivationCognitive motivation
HealthyGamerGG
May 20, 2023
Disarming Overwhelm: The Counterintuitive Power of Active Challenges
PsychologyPassive challengesActive challengesFeeling overwhelmedWillpower
HealthyGamerGG
May 18, 2023
Can AI Replace Therapists? A Psychiatrist's Perspective on Technology, Human Connection, and the Future of Mental Health
PsychologyArtificial Intelligence (AI)TherapyPsychoanalysisFree Association
HealthyGamerGG
May 6, 2023
The Science of Learning from Mistakes: How Neurogenesis, Fasting, and Modern Diet Impact Our Ability to Change
PsychologyNeurogenesisHippocampusCognitive flexibilityLearning from mistakes
HealthyGamerGG
Apr 29, 2023
Overcoming Perfectionism and Procrastination: Addressing the Roots of Self-Worth and Emotional Intolerance
PsychologyPerfectionismProcrastinationSelf-worthEmotional intolerance
HealthyGamerGG
Apr 23, 2023
The Real Reason You Never Follow Through (And How to Fix It)
Self-DevelopmentWillpowerDisciplineCuriosity (of the mind)Tolerance (to stimuli)
psychacks
Apr 21, 2023
Talking is Overrated: The Primacy of Action and Non-Verbal Communication in Relationships
PsychologyNon-verbal communicationSemantic informationRelationship dynamicsPunishment (behavioral psychology)
HealthyGamerGG
Apr 11, 2023
How to Deal with Emotionally Manipulative People: Understanding Emotional Offloading and Shared Responsibility
RelationshipsEmotional manipulationEmotional offloadingTrauma historyCPTSD (Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
MIT Open Economy
Apr 5, 2023
Behavioral Development Economics: Addressing the Euler Equation Puzzle and Psychological Dimensions of Poverty
EconomicsBehavioral Development EconomicsModernization TheoryRational ActorsPoor but Efficient (Schultz)
MIT Open Economy
Apr 5, 2023
The Psychology of Poverty: How Scarcity, Stress, and Mental Health Impact Economic Behavior
EconomicsBehavioral Development EconomicsHigh return investment opportunitiesPresent biasLoss aversion
DocSnipes
Mar 29, 2023
Developing Emotional Intelligence and Emotion Regulation for Mental Well-being
PsychologyEmotional intelligenceEmotion regulationHPA axisEmotional dysregulation
hubermanlab
Mar 24, 2023
Strategies for Managing Intrusive Thoughts and Distinguishing True OCD
PsychologyIntrusive thoughtsObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)ObsessionsCompulsions
DocSnipes
Mar 22, 2023
Behavior Modification Basics: Understanding Stimuli, Responses, and Therapeutic Interventions
PsychologyBehavior ModificationStimulus and ResponseHPA AxisDirect Reinforcement
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 21, 2023
Intermittent Fasting for Technology: Reclaiming Time and Focus in the Digital Age
PsychologyIntermittent fasting for technologyDopamine detoxTechnology addictionParasocial relationships
psychacks
Mar 7, 2023
The Paradox of Niceness: Why Unreciprocated Affection Can Lead to Dislike and How to Understand Attraction Gaps
PsychologyBalance of AttractionAttraction GapPower ImbalancesReciprocity (or lack thereof)
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 22, 2023
The Harsh Reality of Problem Solving: What to Do When Nothing Works - Applying Positive Deviance for Unsolvable Problems
Self-DevelopmentPositive DevianceLaw of AveragesQualitative AnalysisBehavioral Change
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 14, 2023
Imposter Syndrome: An Adaptive Yet Painful Feature Driving Success and How to Overcome Its Cognitive Patterns
PsychologyImposter SyndromeAdaptive ResponseCognitive PatternsExternal Validation
DocSnipes
Feb 6, 2023
Overcoming Resistance: 6 Reasons We Resist Change and Strategies for Moving Forward
Self-DevelopmentIntentional changeAutopilot behaviorNeural circuitsBehavioral circuits
psychacks
Jan 30, 2023
Why Women Don't Apologize: Understanding Differing Perspectives on Conflict Resolution
PsychologyInterpersonal conflict resolutionGender differences in communicationEmotional coping strategiesAcknowledgment of fault
psychacks
Jan 19, 2023
Why Sex and Money are Central to Mental Health and the Path to True Fulfillment
PsychologySocial hierarchyStatus anxietyMental illness (redefined)Neuroses
psychacks
Jan 11, 2023
The Cats and Cheese Framework: Understanding Human Motivation Through Approach and Avoidance
PsychologyHuman motivationApproach behaviorsAvoidance behaviorsReward systems
hubermanlab
Jan 9, 2023
A Rational & Hierarchical Approach to Supplementation for Optimal Health & Performance
HealthRational guide to supplementationBehavioral tools (foundational layer)Nutrition (second layer)Supplementation (third layer)
psychacks
Jan 9, 2023
Why Men Care About a Woman's Sexual History: Understanding Male Perception and Attraction Dynamics
RelationshipsSexual MarketplacePerceived ValueAttraction DynamicsInvestment (Time, Energy, Money)
DocSnipes
Jan 4, 2023
The PACER Method: A Trauma-Informed Transdiagnostic Approach to Holistic Behavioral Health
PsychologyPACER methodTransdiagnostic assessmentTranstheoretical approachTrauma-informed care
psychacks
Jan 1, 2023
The Two Fundamental Goals: A Simplified Framework for Action and Progress
Self-DevelopmentEntropyGoal Setting FrameworkBehavioral GoalsSelf-directed Action
DocSnipes
Dec 28, 2022
Coping with Trauma and Grief During the Holidays: Understanding Triggers and Strategies
PsychologyTrauma (lack of control, disempowerment, unsafe)Grief (powerlessness over loss)Stages of Grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance)Non-linear grieving process
NewEconomicThinking
Dec 14, 2022
The New Economics of Debt and Financial Fragility: Unmasking Post-2008 Financial Instability
EconomicsFinancial fragilityFinancial liberalizationEndemic financial instabilitySavings-investment intermediation
DocSnipes
Nov 28, 2022
Understanding and Addressing Childhood Trauma: Behavioral Signs and Practical Parenting Strategies
PsychologyTrauma responseFight or flight systemBehavior as communicationHPA axis
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 22, 2022
Tiredness as an Adaptive Emotion: Understanding Your Brain's Energy Conservation Strategy
PsychologyTiredness as an emotionAdaptive mechanismEnergy conservation strategyPerception of high workload
NewEconomicThinking
Nov 21, 2022
Industrialization, Educated Unemployment, and Entrepreneurial Solutions in Kerala
EconomicsEducated unemploymentEconomic reformsLiberalizationRegional politics
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 15, 2022
The Neuroscience of Digital Bingeing: Why You Can't Do Anything After Hours of YouTube
PsychologyConsumer NeuroscienceInternet Attention MarketAnterior InsulaEmotional Suppression
lexfridman
Nov 11, 2022
Destiny on Free Speech, Political Evolution, Debate Philosophy, and the Geopolitics of the Ukraine War
PhilosophyDemocratic governanceFree speechPolitical radicalizationDebate brain
psychacks
Nov 10, 2022
Peak Sexual Marketplace Value: Age-Related Desirability in Online Dating Markets
RelationshipsSexual Marketplace Value (SMV)Desirability quantificationOnline dating marketsBig data analysis
hubermanlab
Nov 9, 2022
Huberman Lab Live Q&A: Optimizing Brain-Body Function for Focus, Resilience, and Well-being
HealthAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Dopamine systemL-tyrosine (dopamine precursor)Visual focus exercises
NewEconomicThinking
Oct 28, 2022
FTC Chair Lina Khan on Revitalizing Antitrust, Consumer Protection, and Digital Market Regulation
EconomicsSection 5 of the FTC ActUnfair methods of competitionSherman ActRule of Reason standard
DocSnipes
Oct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Achievable Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentSMART goalsBehavior changeAddiction recoveryMental health recovery
DocSnipes
Oct 22, 2022
Preventing Goal-Setting Pitfalls in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal-setting pitfallsRecovery behaviorsMotivationBehavior strain
DocSnipes
Oct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Specific SMART Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyGoal SettingBehavior ChangeSMART GoalsSelf-esteem
DocSnipes
Oct 22, 2022
Setting Measurable SMART Goals for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Frequency, Duration, and Intensity
PsychologySMART GoalsMeasurable GoalsGoal SettingFrequency (measurement dimension)
DocSnipes
Oct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Specific SMART Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyGoal SettingBehavior ChangeSMART GoalsSelf-esteem
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 14, 2022
Beyond Intellect: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence for Real-World Success and Self-Mastery
PsychologyEmotional Quotient (EQ)Intellectual Quotient (IQ)Emotional AwarenessEmotional Regulation
DocSnipes
Oct 3, 2022
Enhancing Environmental Motivation for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyEnvironmental motivationCognitive motivationBehavioral therapyEnvironmental stimuli
DocSnipes
Oct 3, 2022
Enhancing Physical Motivation: A Self-Inquiry Approach to Health Behavior Change
HealthPhysical motivationBehavior changeMotivational Interviewing (implied)Circadian rhythms
DocSnipes
Oct 3, 2022
Enhancing Emotional Motivation for Behavior Change: A Five-Question Framework
PsychologyAffective motivationEmotional motivationBehavior changeDysphoric feelings
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 29, 2022
Debunking 5 Habits that Destroy Your Productivity
PsychologyProductivity pitfallsPassive learningPractical applicationIntrospection
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 23, 2022
The Psychology of Online Gambling Addiction: ADHD, Forbidden Attraction, and Digital Exploitation
PsychologyOppositional NaturesDiscovery LearnersDissemination LearnersBehavioral Conditioning
DocSnipes
Sep 21, 2022
Introduction to Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Manual Series: Unit 1 Overview
PsychologyAddictionCo-occurring disordersMental health issuesPhysical health problems in recovery
DocSnipes
Sep 21, 2022
Gambling Disorder and Problem Gambling: Identification, Co-occurrence, and Treatment Strategies
PsychologyGambling DisorderProblem GamblingPathological GamblingBehavioral Addictions
DocSnipes
Sep 21, 2022
Introduction to Addictive Behaviors: Defining Addiction, Its Physiological and Psychological Impacts, and Pathways to Recovery
PsychologyAddictionCo-occurring disordersSubstance use disorderBehavioral addiction
DocSnipes
Sep 13, 2022
How Parental Codependency Impacts Children: Developmental, Emotional, and Behavioral Consequences
PsychologyCodependencySecure AttachmentEmotional DysregulationAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 10, 2022
HealthyGamerGG's 'Connect the Dots' Community Challenge: A Collaborative Scavenger Hunt for Self-Improvement
Self-DevelopmentCommunity engagementGamificationScavenger huntCollaborative problem-solving
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 10, 2022
Addressing Gaming Addiction and Academic Failure in Teens: A Holistic Approach to Shared Responsibility and Communication
PsychologyGaming addictionNeurodivergence (ADHD, autism)Parent-child conflictShared responsibility
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 6, 2022
The Psychology of Quiet Quitting: Understanding Effort Inflation, Burnout, and Authentic Employee Engagement
PsychologyQuiet quittingEffort inflationHustle cultureEmployee disengagement
DocSnipes
Sep 2, 2022
7 Practical Strategies to Boost Motivation Using CBT and Self-Help Principles
Self-DevelopmentMotivationDopamineBehavior ModificationCognitive Desire
DocSnipes
Aug 31, 2022
Building Self-Esteem in Children: An Attachment-Based Cognitive Behavioral Approach with Practical Activities
PsychologySelf-awarenessSelf-acceptanceSelf-confidencePurposeful action
DrTraceyMarks
Aug 24, 2022
How Your Body Warns You About Future Depression: The Predictive Power of Heart Rate Variability
HealthHeart Rate Variability (HRV)Autonomic Nervous SystemSympathetic Nervous SystemParasympathetic Nervous System
HealthyGamerGG
Aug 4, 2022
The Paradox of Giftedness: Why High IQ Can Lead to Adult Struggles and Resistance to Change
PsychologyGifted kid complexResistance to changeHyper-intellectualizationCognitive empathy
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 24, 2022
Understanding Panic Attacks: Physiological Origins, Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies
PsychologyPanic attack (symptom)Panic disorder (diagnosis)Physiological symptomsImpending doom
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 22, 2022
The Paradox of Distraction: Managing Anxiety and Technology Use for Emotional Strength
PsychologySafety net coping mechanismDistraction (as coping)Repression of thoughtsGeneralized anxiety disorder (GAD)
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 18, 2022
The Internal Science of Change: How to Transform Your Life Without Immediate Action
Self-DevelopmentInternal ConflictBehavioral ChangeScience of LearningStages of Change Model
psychacks
Jul 9, 2022
What is a Deal Breaker: Distinguishing and Addressing Core Relationship Issues
RelationshipsDeal BreakerOrganic Deal BreakerRelationship AdvocacyFree Choice (in relationships)
psychacks
Jul 8, 2022
The Subjectivity of "Good Milk" in Relationships: Understanding Individual Needs Through Observation
RelationshipsSubjectivity of needsMetaphorical thinkingIdiosyncratic preferencesEmotional attachment
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 4, 2022
The Peril of Imitation Connection: Navigating Parasocial Relationships, Pornography, and Loneliness in the Digital Age
PsychologyParasocial relationshipsPornography addictionLoneliness (evolutionary signal)Imitation satisfaction
DocSnipes
Jun 30, 2022
The Psychology of Needing the Last Word: Assertiveness, Validation, and Productive Disagreement
PsychologyNarcissistEgomaniacBehavior as communicationPower play
psychacks
Jun 23, 2022
The Paradox of Retirement: Why High-Achievers Struggle to Enjoy Life and How to Practice Gratification
PsychologyDelayed gratificationImmediate gratificationWorkaholismType A personality
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 23, 2022
The Necessity of Comprehensive Engagement for Overcoming ADHD: Beyond Quick Fixes and Memes
PsychologyADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)Attention spanContent consumption habitsOversimplification
DocSnipes
Jun 22, 2022
A Trauma-Informed Perspective on Oppositional Defiant, Conduct, and Intermittent Explosive Disorders
PsychologyOppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)Conduct Disorder (CD)Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)Trauma-informed perspective
DocSnipes
Jun 19, 2022
The Addictive Process: Defining Addiction, Brain Changes, Conditioning, and Stages of Recovery
HealthAddiction (ASAM 2019 definition)Chronic medical diseaseNeurochemistryLimbic system
HealthyGamerGG
Jun 11, 2022
What TikTok Does to Your Brain: The Psychology of Partial Reinforcement, Isolated Stimulation, and Digital Addiction
PsychologySensory overloadPartial reinforcementRandom reinforcement scheduleLoot boxes
lexfridman
Jun 4, 2022
The Case Against Social Media: Jonathan Haidt on Teen Mental Health and Democratic Dysfunction
PsychologyMoral psychologyCultural psychologyPolitical polarizationConfirmation bias
psychacks
May 21, 2022
The 'We'll See' Mind Hack: Cultivating Emotional Resilience Against Disappointment and Frustration from Unfulfilled Commitments
PsychologyMind hackDisappointmentFrustrationVerbal commitment
psychacks
May 21, 2022
The 'We'll See' Mind Hack: Cultivating Emotional Resilience Against Disappointment and Frustration from Unfulfilled Commitments
PsychologyMind hackDisappointmentFrustrationVerbal commitment
psychacks
May 7, 2022
The Value-Neutral Power of Repetition: Building Habits Through Small, Consistent Actions
PsychologyReinforcement through repetitionValue-neutral principleHabit formationBehavioral psychology
psychacks
May 7, 2022
The Value-Neutral Power of Repetition: Building Habits Through Small, Consistent Actions
PsychologyReinforcement through repetitionValue-neutral principleHabit formationBehavioral psychology
DocSnipes
May 2, 2022
Defining Mental Health: Motivation, Emotional Regulation, and Cognitive Clarity
HealthMental HealthMental Ill HealthMotivationBehavioral Control
NewEconomicThinking
Apr 20, 2022
Disentangling Economic Thought: Orthodoxy, Mainstream, Heterodoxy, and the Rise of Complexity & Behavioral Economics
EconomicsOrthodox economicsMainstream economicsHeterodox economicsNeoclassical economics
psychacks
Apr 14, 2022
The Sexual Double Standard: A Behavioral Economics Perspective on Its Origins and Persistence
RelationshipsSexual double standardBehavioral economicsValue creationSkill and effort
DocSnipes
Apr 11, 2022
Addressing Burnout: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Strategies and HPA Axis Regulation
PsychologyBurnoutSubclinical depressionHPA axis dysregulationLearned helplessness
psychacks
Apr 7, 2022
Accelerating Healing: Prioritizing the Cessation of Harmful Behaviors Before Professional Intervention
PsychologySelf-healingBehavioral cessationDiagnostic ambiguityNeurodepressant
DrTraceyMarks
Apr 6, 2022
Understanding and Managing Scrupulosity: A Form of Religious Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
PsychologyScrupulosityObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Religious OCDMoral guilt
psychacks
Apr 4, 2022
The Urgency of Starting New Habits: Why Today is the Easiest Day to Change
PsychologyBehavioral changeHabit formationHabit entrenchmentProcrastination
psychacks
Apr 4, 2022
The Urgency of Starting New Habits: Why Today is the Easiest Day to Change
PsychologyBehavioral changeHabit formationHabit entrenchmentProcrastination
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 25, 2022
Why Your Life Feels Meaningless: Overcoming Intellectual Nihilism Through Experience and Awareness
Self-DevelopmentExistential nihilismFulfillment (nature of)HedonismDunning-Kruger effect
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 23, 2022
The Five Steps to Effectively Setting and Enforcing Boundaries with Family and Friends
RelationshipsBoundary SettingBoundary ArticulationBoundary ImplementationBoundary Enforcement
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 23, 2022
Why You Can’t Set Boundaries With Family Or Friends: A Five-Step Guide to Effective Boundary Setting and Relationship Repair
RelationshipsBoundary SettingBoundary ArticulationBoundary ImplementationAnticipatory Consequences
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 21, 2022
Navigating a Relationship with a Depressed Partner: Dual Diagnosis, Caregiver Burnout, and Setting Boundaries
RelationshipsClinical depressionCaregiver burnoutDual diagnosisProblematic gaming
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 11, 2022
Navigating Gamer Rage and Emotional Underdevelopment in Relationships: A Compassionate Approach
PsychologyGamer RageEmotional UnderdevelopmentAlexithymiaFamilial Conditioning
drekberg
Mar 4, 2022
The Neurological Impact of Cell Phones and Social Media on Brain Health and Attention
HealthIntermittent reinforcementDopamine spikeAttention engineersBehavioral addictions
psychacks
Feb 26, 2022
The Inextricable Link Between Hope and Waiting: Ensuring You're in the Right Line
PsychologyEsperar (Portuguese verb)Inextricable linkJustified hopeReasonable expectation
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 23, 2022
The Psychology of Processing Major Life Events: Navigating Job Loss, Identity Conflict, and Behavioral Integration
PsychologyProcessing (of events)Emotional impactsIdentity conflictBehavioral integration
DrTraceyMarks
Feb 23, 2022
How To Stop Skin Picking and Hair Pulling: A 4-Step Habit Reversal Training Guide
HealthBody-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)Hair pulling (Trichotillomania)Skin picking (Excoriation Disorder)Nail biting (Onychophagia)
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 16, 2022
Beyond Rationality: Deconstructing Behavioral Economics and Paternalism
EconomicsDecision-making failureMarket failureBehavioral biasesCognitive biases
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 16, 2022
Beyond Rationality: Deconstructing Behavioral Economics and Paternalism
EconomicsDecision-making failureMarket failureBehavioral biasesCognitive biases
DocSnipes
Feb 11, 2022
Building Self-Esteem in Children: Attachment-Based CBT Tools and Practical Caregiver Strategies
PsychologySelf-awarenessSelf-acceptanceSelf-confidencePurposeful action
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 26, 2022
The Paradox of Perceived Superiority: Unpacking Loneliness and Judgmentalness
PsychologyIsolationLonelinessJudgmentalnessParental Conditioning
psychacks
Jan 11, 2022
The Town Liar Lies: Reframing Frustrating Behavior Through Radical Acceptance of Reality
PsychologyRadical AcceptanceBehavioral PatternsCognitive ReframingExpectation Management
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 7, 2022
Overcoming New Year's Resolution Failure: Understanding the Mind, Motivation, and Identity for Lasting Change
Self-DevelopmentNew Year's ResolutionsMotivation (sources of)DesiresShoulds
DocSnipes
Dec 29, 2021
Mental Health and Mental Illness: Prevention Strategies, Treatment Modalities, and the Recovery Concept
HealthPrimary PreventionSecondary PreventionTertiary PreventionEcological Model (Bronfenbrenner)
psychacks
Dec 26, 2021
Holding People Like Sand: Fostering Loving, Respectful Relationships Through Autonomy
RelationshipsPsychological ReactanceAutonomy (in relationships)Interpersonal RespectMicromanagement (in relationships)
psychacks
Dec 24, 2021
Simple Isn't Easy: Overcoming Unnecessary Complexity in Maladaptive Behaviors
PsychologyUnnecessary complexityDefense mechanismMaladaptive behaviorsDistorted thinking
DocSnipes
Dec 6, 2021
CBT for Depression Treatment: Week 6 - Processing Grief, Trauma, and Autobiographical Losses
PsychologyMindfulness logsDistress tolerance skillsWise mindBaseline data collection
hubermanlab
Dec 6, 2021
The Modern Neuroscience of Fear and Trauma: Mechanisms and Extinction Tools
NeuroscienceNeuroscience of fearTraumaPost-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD)Neural circuits
HealthyGamerGG
Dec 1, 2021
Navigating Holiday Dynamics with Narcissistic Family Members: Communication, Boundaries, and Emotional Regulation
PsychologyArticulate instead of attackEmotional manipulationNarcissistic personalityBoundary setting
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 30, 2021
The Insidious Impact of Marijuana on Brain Habit Formation and Reward Circuits
PsychologyAnandamide receptorsCannabinoid systemDopamine systemHabit formation
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 22, 2021
Bridging the Generational Divide: Understanding Teenage Screen Time and Parental Communication
RelationshipsScreen time addictionParent-child communication breakdownIntrinsic vs. extrinsic motivationParental authority
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 19, 2021
Why You Fail When It Comes To Dopamine: Embracing Pain and Redirecting Motivation
Self-DevelopmentDopaminergic cycleDopamine detoxInstant gratificationBehavioral reinforcement
lexfridman
Nov 16, 2021
Boris Sofman on Anki's Cozmo, Human-Robot Interaction, and the Future of Autonomous Robotics
TechnologySocial RoboticsHuman-Robot Interaction (HRI)Autonomous Vehicles (AVs)Emotional Intelligence (in robots)
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 16, 2021
Navigating Sibling Limitations and Parental Responsibility in Addressing Autistic Video Game Addiction
PsychologySphere of influenceParentificationDharma (duty)Karma (circumstance/capability)
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 16, 2021
Navigating Sibling Limitations and Parental Responsibility in Addressing Autistic Video Game Addiction
PsychologySphere of influenceParentificationDharma (duty)Karma (circumstance/capability)
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 12, 2021
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Night Owl Motivation: Dopamine, Adenosine, and Distraction
PsychologyFatigue grooveNucleus accumbensDopamineDopamine blocker
HealthyGamerGG
Nov 12, 2021
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Night Owl Motivation: Dopamine, Adenosine, and Distraction
PsychologyFatigue grooveNucleus accumbensDopamineDopamine blocker
DocSnipes
Nov 12, 2021
Addressing Triggers and Fostering Safety in Trauma-Informed Workplaces
PsychologyTrauma-informed workplaceTrauma triggersBehavior as communicationInsecure attachment
NewEconomicThinking
Nov 8, 2021
The Janeway Institute: Reimagining Economics through Keynesian Principles, Finance Integration, and Empirical Rigor
EconomicsDeep interdependence of financial system and real economyRadical uncertaintyFragility of complex systemsBastard Keynesianism
DocSnipes
Nov 1, 2021
CBT for Depression: Week 2 - Building Distress Tolerance, Sleep Hygiene, and Motivation
PsychologyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Depression TreatmentBaseline Data CollectionEarly Warning Signs
DocSnipes
Oct 31, 2021
ADHD Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, and Best Practices for NCE/NCMHCE Exam Review
PsychologyAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)DSM-5 diagnostic criteriaDifferential diagnosis
DocSnipes
Oct 23, 2021
Understanding and Practicing Non-Violent Communication in Relationships
RelationshipsViolent CommunicationNon-Violent CommunicationFight-or-Flight ModeBehavior as Communication
DocSnipes
Oct 21, 2021
Journaling for Mental Health: Tools, Strategies, and Therapeutic Applications
PsychologyBaseline journalingNarrative journalingAlternate voice narrativeCognitive distortions
DocSnipes
Oct 19, 2021
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, and Best Practice Treatment for NCE & NCMHCE Exam Review
PsychologyAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)DSM-5 diagnostic criteriaNeuroatypicalSensory differences (hyper-reactivity, hypo-reactivity)
DocSnipes
Oct 19, 2021
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, and Best Practice Treatment for NCE & NCMHCE Exam Review
PsychologyAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)DSM-5 diagnostic criteriaNeuroatypicalSensory differences (hyper-reactivity, hypo-reactivity)
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 15, 2021
A Therapist's Psychoanalysis of Squid Game Characters: Addiction, Trauma, and Attachment
PsychologyPsychoanalysis (colloquial)Psychiatric diagnosisMental illness stigmaGambling addiction
psychacks
Oct 15, 2021
The Three Keys to Effective Boundary Setting: Teaching Others How to Love and Respect You
PsychologyBoundary settingTarget behaviorSpecificity in communicationActionable timeline
DocSnipes
Oct 12, 2021
Overcoming Overthinking: Strategies to Get Out of Your Head and Into Action
Self-DevelopmentOverthinkingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Temperament (Intuitive/Perceiving)Fear of Failure
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 6, 2021
Overcoming Public Restroom Anxiety: Psychological Techniques and Practical Hacks
Self-DevelopmentPublic restroom anxietyAnticipatory anxietyAvoidance behaviorCognitive restructuring
HealthyGamerGG
Oct 3, 2021
The Neuroscience of Gaming Addiction: Why Your Brain Makes Games Not Fun and How to Regain Enjoyment
PsychologyDenial of rewardRandom reinforcement scheduleAddictionDopamine
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 28, 2021
The Neuroscientific and Psychological Link Between ADHD and Addiction: Mechanisms, Shame, and Recovery Strategies
PsychologyADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)Executive DysfunctionBehavioral Inhibition
psychacks
Sep 25, 2021
Roads Only Go Where They Go: Overcoming Relapse into Bad Habits by Recognizing Predictable Outcomes
PsychologyRelapse preventionCognitive distortionSelf-deceptionBehavioral patterns
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 21, 2021
Navigating Porn Addiction in Relationships: Rebuilding Trust and Communication for Partners
RelationshipsPorn addictionTrust issuesLong-distance relationship challengesEmotional regulation
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 17, 2021
Motivation and Goal Setting: Deconstructing Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intent (Desire, Should, Value, Duty)Goal settingMotivationBehavioral change mechanisms
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 17, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: The Four Types of Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intentGoal settingMotivationBehavioral change
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 14, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: A Holistic Coaching Approach
Self-DevelopmentMotivation (umbrella term)NeurosciencePsychologyBehavioral economics
psychacks
Sep 13, 2021
The Coin Flip Technique: A Psychological Tool for Uncovering Hidden Preferences and Overcoming Indecision
PsychologyIndecisionCoin flip techniqueBinding commitmentEmotional preferences
DocSnipes
Sep 10, 2021
Behavior Modification Tools for Obsessions, Cravings, and Addictive or Compulsive Behaviors
PsychologyBehavior ModificationBaseline DataFrequency, Intensity, Duration (F.I.D.)Vulnerabilities
DocSnipes
Sep 10, 2021
Behavior Modification Tools for Obsessions, Cravings, and Addictive or Compulsive Behaviors
PsychologyBehavior ModificationBaseline DataFrequency, Intensity, Duration (F.I.D.)Vulnerabilities
DocSnipes
Sep 9, 2021
Chemical and Behavioral Addictions: An Overview of Causes, Consequences, and the Path to Recovery (Part 1)
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsDiagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
DocSnipes
Sep 8, 2021
Chemical and Behavioral Addiction Overview Part 2: Similarities, Differences, and Treatment Approaches for Addictive Behaviors
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsDopamine SystemNorepinephrine
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 1, 2021
China's Gaming Ban: Symptom or Solution to Youth Disengagement and Addictive Game Design?
PsychologyVideo game addictionYouth disengagementLaying Flat movementNEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)
HealthyGamerGG
Sep 1, 2021
China's Gaming Ban: Symptom of Societal Unrest or Root Cause of Addiction?
PsychologyVideo game addictionSocietal unrestNEETs (Not in Employment, Education, or Training)Laying Flat movement
DocSnipes
Aug 31, 2021
Enhancing Empathy and Detachment for Effective Communication and Assertive Support
Self-DevelopmentEmpathyDetachmentNon-judgmentalismAssertive Communication
DocSnipes
Aug 23, 2021
Overcoming Perfectionism: 10 Practical Strategies for Balance and Well-being
Self-DevelopmentPerfectionismLaser focusPrinciple of diminishing returnsConditions of self-worth
psychacks
Aug 4, 2021
The Disconfirming Emotional Experience: The Core Mechanism of Therapeutic Change
PsychologyDisconfirming emotional experienceModels of realityChild appropriate egocentrismFear of abandonment
psychacks
Jul 21, 2021
Overcoming Novel Problems: Two Psychological Strategies for Success
PsychologyNovel problemsProblem-solving strategiesAnxiety (situational)Social proof
DocSnipes
Jul 21, 2021
Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Assessment: Domains, Mnemonics, and Clinical Relevance for Counselors
PsychologyBiopsychosocial AssessmentCircadian RhythmsSleep Pressure (Adenosine)Behavioral Addictions (ICD-11)
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 19, 2021
Digital Consumption, Identity Conflict, and the Roots of Anger: A Gamer's Struggle with Unfulfilled Potential
PsychologyDigital consumptionCoping mechanismBehavioral addictionSelf-loathing
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 8, 2021
Navigating Unspoken Social Rules and Online Drama: Understanding Passive Aggression and Interpersonal Dynamics
PsychologySocial conditioningCommon denominatorResponsibility vs. BlameInterpersonal dynamics
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 8, 2021
Navigating Misunderstood Social Cues: The Impact of Cognitively Learned Relationship Rules and Online Drama
PsychologySocial conditioningInterpersonal dynamicsResponsibility vs. blameNon-judgment
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 7, 2021
Overcoming Parasocial Addiction: Rewiring Social Needs and Uncovering Underlying Hurts
PsychologyParasocial relationshipsTwitch addictionSocial anxietyCognitive development
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 3, 2021
The Crucial Step Missed in Habit Change: Observing Negative Emotions Without Giving In
Self-DevelopmentNegative emotion toleranceAction blockageMental frictionDopamine reward system
psychacks
Jun 29, 2021
The Psychology of Sacrifice: How Willingness to Give Reveals and Creates Value
PsychologyValue derivationSacrifice (as a mechanism of value creation)Hypothetical valueActualized value
DocSnipes
May 27, 2021
TREES: An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care and Its Core Principles
PsychologyTrauma-informed careTREES mnemonicTrauma identificationTraumatic reactions
DocSnipes
May 25, 2021
Positive Parenting and Behavior Modification: Nurturing Secure Attachment and Developmental Growth
PsychologySecure attachmentCRAVES mnemonicBETA practiceHPA axis down-regulation
HealthyGamerGG
May 25, 2021
Ice Poseidon's Childhood Trauma, Misunderstood Asperger's, and the Path to Self-Control
PsychologyAsperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder)Emotional dysregulationSocial cuesValidation (lack of)
DocSnipes
Apr 21, 2021
Comprehensive Advanced Care Planning in Case Management: Empowering Patients and Families
HealthAdvanced Care Planning (ACP)Life Care PlanningAnticipatory GuidanceRoadmap of Services
DocSnipes
Apr 17, 2021
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Activities: Practical, Engaging Interventions for Clinicians
PsychologyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mind-body connectionHPA axis activationMindfulness
NewEconomicThinking
Apr 7, 2021
Identity Economics: How Social Identity Shapes Economic Behavior, Policy, and Well-being
EconomicsIdentity economicsIdentity warsUtility functionConformity
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 12, 2021
Cooperation or Extinction: Navigating Global Divisiveness, Elite Failures, and the Path to Collective Healing
GeopoliticsExistential questionTectonic plates of philosophical systemsLegitimacy of governanceExpertise as fake news
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 10, 2021
Venture Capital in the 21st Century: Dynamics of Innovation, State Influence, and Market Realities
FinanceVenture Capital (VC)Technological InnovationKeynesian UncertaintyExperimentation (in VC)
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 10, 2021
Venture Capital in the 21st Century: Climate Change, State Intervention, and the Next Green Economy
EconomicsDigital revolutionMachine learning technologiesClimate change externalityCarbon pricing
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 22, 2021
Overcoming Quarantine Study Struggles: Strategies for Focus, Self-Compassion, and Environmental Control
Self-DevelopmentZoom fatigueQuarantine learning challengesSelf-compassionEnvironmental control (for productivity)
DocSnipes
Dec 28, 2020
Perspective Taking Brain Hacks: The Four P's Framework for Understanding Behavior and Addressing Distress
PsychologyPerspective takingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Stress managementTunnel vision
DocSnipes
Dec 18, 2020
Prevention Activities for Children's Mental Health: A Holistic Approach
HealthPrevention activitiesMental health mattersFive dimensions of motivationProximal motivation
lexfridman
Dec 14, 2020
Matthew Johnson on Psychedelics: Classification, Effects, Safety, and Potential for Mental Flexibility and Innovation
PsychologyClassic psychedelicsSerotonin 2A receptor agonistsPharmacological activityNeurotransmission
DocSnipes
Nov 18, 2020
Family Therapy: Navigating Addiction and Mental Health in Systemic Contexts
PsychologyFamily therapySocioecological modelReciprocal processHomeostasis (family systems)
EconomicsExplained
Oct 25, 2020
The 2020 Nobel Prize in Economics: Unpacking Auction Theory and Its Real-World Impact
EconomicsAuction TheoryEfficient MarketsValuationProcurement
DocSnipes
Oct 24, 2020
ADHD, Addiction, and Mental Health Interventions: A Holistic Approach to Lifespan Management
PsychologyADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)Comorbid ConditionsNeurotransmitter Dysfunction (Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Serotonin)Prefrontal Cortex Functioning
drekberg
Oct 16, 2020
The Safety and Mechanics of Exercising While Fasting: Understanding Metabolic Adaptation and Energy Sources
HealthIntermittent fastingMetabolic adaptationCarb dependencyFat adaptation
DrTraceyMarks
Aug 26, 2020
Pathological Lying vs. Normal Lying: Understanding the Spectrum of Deception
PsychologyPathological lyingNormal lyingProlific lyingPseudologia fantastica
NewEconomicThinking
Aug 23, 2020
The Pandemic's Unmasking: Surveillance Capitalism, Deglobalization, and the Quest for New Economic Paradigms
EconomicsNeoliberal eraIntangible economyDigital virtual economyDeglobalization
NewEconomicThinking
Aug 23, 2020
George Akerlof on Economics' Sins of Omission: The Imperative of Collective Action and 'We' in Crisis
EconomicsSins of OmissionExternalitiesUtility FunctionEconomic Equilibrium
NewEconomicThinking
Aug 23, 2020
Envisioning the Pandemic and the Planet: A Satellite Perspective on Human Impact and Climate Change
ScienceOverview EffectSatellite PhotographyAerial PhotographyHuman Impact
HealthyGamerGG
Jul 21, 2020
Understanding Porn Addiction and the NoFap Journey: Personal Stories and Psychological Insights
PsychologyPorn addictionNoFapBrahmacharyaInstant gratification
NewEconomicThinking
Jul 17, 2020
Building a Global Economic Response to COVID-19: Challenges, Disconnects, and Future Implications
EconomicsGlobal economic transformationEconomic nationalismIsolationismDebt restructuring
NewEconomicThinking
Jul 17, 2020
Building a Global Economic Response to COVID-19: Challenges, Disconnects, and Future Implications
EconomicsGlobal economic transformationEconomic nationalismIsolationismDebt restructuring
EconomicsExplained
Jul 2, 2020
Adam Smith: The Grandfather of Economics and the Foundations of Modern Wealth
EconomicsMercantilismZero-sum gameValue addingProduction
DrTraceyMarks
Jun 10, 2020
Do Violent Thoughts Mean I'm a Psychopath? Differentiating Psychosis from Psychopathy
PsychologyPsychotic experiencePrimitive impulsesLizard brainThought suppression
HealthyGamerGG
Mar 26, 2020
Understanding and Redirecting Motivation: A Neuroscience and Yogic Perspective
PsychologyScience of the selfMotivation (redefined)Behavioral anchoringSurya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
DocSnipes
Mar 3, 2020
Understanding and Addressing Children's Reactions and Trauma After a Disaster
PsychologyParental modelingThreat response systemPerseverationDifferentiating reality (distance, cause, past vs. present)
NewEconomicThinking
Feb 26, 2020
Three Existential Crises: Ecology, Nuclear Weapons, and the Information Technology Revolution
EconomicsEcological infrastructure collapseRepresentative democraciesAtomic weapons proliferationInternational institutions
HealthyGamerGG
Feb 4, 2020
Overcoming Generational Depression and Disillusionment Through Action and Systemic Change
PsychologySocietal collapseEconomic collapseClimate change anxietyGenerational disillusionment
HealthyGamerGG
Jan 27, 2020
Overcoming the Desperation of FOMO and Fear of Death Through Self-Compassion and Meditation
PsychologyFear of Missing Out (FOMO)Fear of deathBehavioral changeMeditation integration
DrTraceyMarks
Jan 15, 2020
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PsychologyAvoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD)Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: Fifth Edition (DSM-5)Social inhibitionFeelings of inadequacy
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Why Meditation Makes You Healthier: Techniques, Expectations, and Individualized Practice
HealthClinically significant changeMeditation efficacyIndividualized meditation techniquesCognitive fingerprint
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HealthMacronutrientsMicronutrientsInflammatory state (of food)Vitamin half-life
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Beyond Rationality: Exploring Willful Human Agency and Decision-Making
PsychologyRational choice theoryBehavioral economicsCognitive biasesHomo economicus
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Psychologyanger managementemotional regulationanger cycletriggering event
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The Paradox of Escapism: How Video Game Addiction Stunts Learning and Behavioral Change
PsychologyBehavioral changeLearning circuitryEmotional circuitryNegative emotions
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In Defense of Economic Theory: Navigating the Empirical Revolution and Philosophical Engagement
EconomicsAbstract theorizingEmpirical workInterpretive frameworkHeterodox economics
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PsychologyTreatment PlanningNCMHCE Exam ReviewIntermittent Explosive DisorderAdjustment Disorder
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The Flawed Psychology of Neoclassical Economics: A Critique of Homo Economicus and the Rise of Behavioral Insights
EconomicsHomo economicusNeoclassical economicsBehavioral economicsUtility maximization
NewEconomicThinking
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A Critical Examination of Economic Methodology, History, and Purpose with Robert Skidelsky
EconomicsEfficient financial markets hypothesisEconomic methodologyParadigm shift (Kuhn)Neoclassical economics
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PsychologyStages of Treatment (Initial, Middle, Late, Termination)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)BehaviorismHumanistic Therapy
NewEconomicThinking
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Rethinking Bank Risk Measurement: The Replicating Portfolio Approach and the Pitfalls of Traditional Metrics
FinanceMarket value of equityBook value of equityRisk exposureRegulatory filings
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Effective Communication Strategies for Individuals with Cognitive Impairment: Alzheimer's, Dementias, and FASD
HealthCognitive impairmentAlzheimer's diseaseDementiaFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
NewEconomicThinking
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Challenging Conventional Economics: The Imperative for Multidisciplinary and Adaptive Thinking
EconomicsRepresentative agentMultidisciplinary economicsEmergent behaviorBehavioral economics
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Relapse Prevention Strategies for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders
PsychologyRelapse preventionEmotional relapseMental relapsePhysical relapse
NewEconomicThinking
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Integrating Psychological Realism and Genetic Data into Mainstream Economics
EconomicsBehavioral economicsGeno economicsPsychological realismSubjective well-being
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PsychologySchizoaffective disorder (bipolar type)Schizoaffective disorder (depressive type)Bipolar disorderSchizophrenia
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Comprehensive Guide to the Mental Status Exam for NCMHCE Review
PsychologyMental Status Exam (MSE)Behavioral aspectsMood and AffectFlow of Thought
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Why a Psychiatrist Specializes in Video Game Addiction: A Personal and Professional Journey
PsychologyVideo game addictionAddiction psychiatryCo-occurring disordersMisdiagnosis
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PsychologyGender breakdownVideo game addictionInternet-related addictionsSocial media addiction
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Navigating Children's Gaming: Communication, Expectations, and Academic Balance
PsychologyIndividualized parentingChild-centered approachDisarming communicationParent-child alliance
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PsychologyVideo game addictionFunctional impairmentPreoccupation with video gamesInability to stop gaming
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PsychologyDopamine circuitNeurological capacityHigh-stimulation activitiesLow-stimulation activities
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PsychologyVideo game addictionPrevalence ratesYouth demographicsPublic health crisis
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PsychologyVideo game addictionBiological addictionBehavioral addictionDesign for addictiveness
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PsychologyFunctional impairmentProblematic video game useDiagnostic criteria (psychiatry)Behavioral addiction
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EconomicsValue formationSelf-esteemPeer esteemConformity
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EconomicsValue formationSelf-esteemPeer esteemConformity
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The Need for a Competing Interest: Overcoming Addiction by Replacing, Not Just Stopping
PsychologyCompeting InterestAddictionVideo Game AddictionMotivation
HealthyGamerGG
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Finding Direction and Motivation: The Role of Values in Overcoming Video Game Addiction
Self-DevelopmentCompeting interestDirectionlessnessFalse sense of directionSense of progress
HealthyGamerGG
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PsychologyLaziness (as a trait vs. behavior)MotivationWillpowerInternal drive
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PsychologyTriumph CircuitDopamine CircuitNucleus AccumbensAmygdala
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PsychologyPathological GamblingGambling Disorder (DSM-5)Problem GamblingCo-occurring Disorders
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EconomicsSubfield silos in economicsSins of omissionStatistical methodologyTail-end of the population (outliers)
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Seeking Safety: Prioritizing Safety and Integrated Treatment for Trauma and Addiction
PsychologySeeking Safety (evidence-based practice)Trauma-informed careIntegrated treatmentCo-occurring disorders
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PsychologyBehavior ModificationStimulus-ResponseReinforcementPunishment
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PsychologyGoal-settingSMART goalsBehavior changeRecovery journey
DocSnipes
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PsychologyLearning stylesAdult Learning TheoryClient partnership modelCoping skills development
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PsychologyPrimary PreventionSecondary PreventionTertiary PreventionEcological Model of Counseling
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PsychologyBiopsychosocial perspectivePhysiological responsesBehavioral urgesEmotional vocabulary
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Child and Adolescent Development: Key Theories, Practical Strategies, and Environmental Influences
PsychologyBiopsychosocial perspectivePhysiological responsesBehavioral urgesEmotional vocabulary
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HealthSugar withdrawalOpioid withdrawalEndorphinsNatural opioids
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Making Sense of Globalization in the 21st Century: Challenges and New Economic Frameworks
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PsychologyBehavioral Self-Control TrainingDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Matrix ModelMotivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
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Addiction Counselor Exam Review: Models of Treatment for Substance Use and Mental Health
PsychologyBehavioral Self-Control TrainingDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Matrix ModelMotivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
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How to Manage Bipolar Disorder: 6 Strategies for Symptom Control Beyond Medication
PsychologyBipolar disorder managementMedication (mainstay of treatment)Trigger identificationMood diary
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Understanding Child Development Milestones and Addressing 'Stuck Points' from Infancy to Preschool
PsychologyStuck pointsPsychosocial milestonesBehavior modificationGoal-driven behavior
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PsychologyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive mediationCognitive distortionsUnhelpful thoughts
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TechnologySelf-driving carsDeep learningMachine learningPerception (autonomous driving)
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HealthCalorie DeficitResting Metabolic Rate (RMR)Mindless EatingYo-Yo Dieting
DrTraceyMarks
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Narcolepsy Explained: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Comprehensive Management
HealthNarcolepsyNeurological disorderSleep-wake cycle regulationExcessive daytime sleepiness
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Relapse Prevention Behavior Change Strategies for Addiction and Mental Health Counseling
PsychologyRelapse preventionBehavior change strategiesAddiction counselingMental health counseling
NewEconomicThinking
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Identity, Norms, and Narratives: Shaping Economic Decisions and Social Dynamics
EconomicsSocial forcesIdentities, norms, and narrativesEconomic decisionsSocial dysfunctions
NewEconomicThinking
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EconomicsHierarchical field structure (economics)Sins of omissionScientific method (in economics)Simple models and statistical analysis
DocSnipes
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Self-DevelopmentGoal ClarityIntrinsic Motivation (The 'Why')Action PlanningTime Constraints Theory
DocSnipes
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Critique of the Opiate Commission's Preliminary Report: Unpacking Barriers and Missed Opportunities in the Opioid Crisis Response
HealthSubstance Use Disorder (SUD)Institutes for Mental Diseases (IMD) exclusionMedicaid reimbursementIntensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
DocSnipes
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Models of Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health: Principles, Trends, and Approaches for Clinicians
PsychologyMultidisciplinary team collaborationPrinciples of effective treatmentClient competencies and strengthsBehavior modification principles
DocSnipes
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The Interplay of Mental Health, Physical Health, and Addiction: Addressing Common Co-Occurring Problems
PsychologyCo-occurring issuesDual diagnosisSubstance use disorderBehavioral addictions
DocSnipes
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Models of Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health: Principles, Trends, and Approaches for Clinicians
PsychologyMultidisciplinary team collaborationPrinciples of effective treatmentClient competencies and strengthsBehavior modification principles
DocSnipes
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PsychologyBeneficenceNon-malfeasancePoly-addictionNeurochemicals
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Universal Applications of Behavior Modification: Rewards, Punishments, and Practical Change Strategies
PsychologyBehavior ModificationPositive RewardsNegative RewardsPositive Punishment
DocSnipes
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Universal Applications of Behavior Modification: Rewards, Punishments, and Practical Change Strategies
PsychologyBehavior ModificationPositive RewardsNegative RewardsPositive Punishment
DocSnipes
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Disaster Planning as an Ethical Obligation for Behavioral Health and Recovery Residences
HealthDisaster PlanningEthical ObligationNon-malfeasanceBeneficence
DocSnipes
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Risk Management and Ethical Obligations in Behavioral Health and Recovery Residences
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DocSnipes
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Discovering Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Part 2: The Cognitive Triangle and Trauma Narrative
PsychologyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)Cognitive TriangleCognitive CopingTrauma Narrative
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Secrets to Setting Achievable, Realistic Goals: A Therapeutic Approach
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Secrets to Setting Achievable, Realistic Goals: A Therapeutic Approach
Self-DevelopmentSMART goalsbehavior changeself-esteemmotivation
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DBT Made Simple: Core Principles, Skills, and Treatment Priorities for Emotional Regulation
PsychologyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)emotional reactivityemotional vulnerabilitydistress tolerance
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Unstoppable Motivation: Discovering the Multi-Dimensional Approach to Behavior Change
PsychologyMotivationBehavior ChangeMulti-dimensional MotivationDynamic Motivation
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Transform Adult Education: Unlocking Learning Style Wisdom for Effective Coaching and Personal Growth
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Transform Adult Education: Unlocking Learning Style Wisdom for Effective Coaching and Personal Growth
Self-DevelopmentLearning stylesClient partnership modelBehavior changeUnlearning process
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Mastering DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation and Distress Tolerance
PsychologyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotional DysregulationEmotional RegulationDistress Tolerance
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A Strengths-Based Biopsychosocial Approach to Recovery from Cluster B Personality Disorders
PsychologyPersonality disordersCluster B personality disordersStrengths-based approachBiopsychosocial model
DocSnipes
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Unveiling the Dangers of Internet and Gaming Addiction: Symptoms, Consequences, and Treatment
PsychologyInternet addictionGaming addictionBehavioral addictionDopamine dysregulation
DocSnipes
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Revealing the Dynamics of Addiction and Criminal Behavior: Parallels, Reintegration, and Recidivism
PsychologyAddiction dynamicsCriminal behaviorRecidivismDrug-defined offenses
DocSnipes
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Overview of Behavioral Addictions: Defining, Understanding Causes, Progression, and Initial Treatment Strategies
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsAddiction as a Survival MechanismLife on Life's Terms
DocSnipes
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Journey to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
HealthAddiction recoveryMental health problemsCo-occurring disordersBehavioral addictions
DocSnipes
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Facilitating Client-Centered Learning for Enhanced Healthcare Outcomes and Professional Practice
PsychologyClient-centered learningTraditional expert modelClient partnership modelLEARNS model
DocSnipes
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Addiction and Co-occurring Disorders: Treatment Overview, Symptoms, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction definitionCo-occurring disordersChemical addictionsBehavioral addictions
DocSnipes
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The Power of Clinical History: Applying Behavioral Principles to Goal Setting and Counseling
PsychologyBehavior modificationTreatment planningMotivationReinforcement (positive)
DocSnipes
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Addictions: Definitions, Progression, Characteristics, and Recovery Principles
PsychologyAddiction DefinitionSubstance AbuseSubstance DependenceTolerance
DrTraceyMarks
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Parental Stress and Child Well-being: Extrapolating Lessons from Childcare Environments
Psychologycortisol levelsstress hormonechild developmentchildcare environment
psychacks
Navigating the Extinction Burst: Why Changing Dysfunctional Relationship Dynamics Gets Worse Before It Gets Better
PsychologyExtinction burstBehavioral psychologyOperant conditioningReinforcement (habitual)
psychacks
Betting on Yourself: Cultivating Confidence and Incentivizing Success
PsychologySelf-confidenceSelf-beliefIncentivizationSuccessful action
psychacks
The Parts of Speech Model of Love: From Noun to Adverb for Deeper Emotional Awareness
PsychologyParts of speech model of loveLove as a nounLove as a verbLove as an adverb
psychacks
Navigating the Extinction Burst: Why Changing Dysfunctional Relationship Dynamics Gets Worse Before It Gets Better
PsychologyExtinction burstBehavioral psychologyOperant conditioningReinforcement (habitual)
psychacks
The 'Do It Poorly' Principle: Overcoming Perfectionism for Consistent Action
Self-DevelopmentPerfectionistic tendenciesInactionDeleterious impactAccumulation of poor attempts
psychacks
How to Show Your Partner Respect: The Surprising Wisdom of ESPN for Communicating Admiration
RelationshipsEarned respectEsteemAdmirationPositive reinforcement
psychacks
Creating a Monster: How Men Unintentionally Ruin Their Relationships Through Poor Selection and Behavioral Reinforcement
RelationshipsPoor selection (in relationships)Temperamental incompatibilityEmotional incompatibilityPsychological incompatibility
psychacks
Overcoming Hesitation: The 'Eat the Frog' Approach to Immediate Action
Self-DevelopmentHesitationProcrastinationImmediate action"Eat the frog" metaphor
psychacks
Don't Feel Guilty: The Transformative Power of Contrition for Sustainable Behavior Change
PsychologyGuiltContritionExpiationSelf-castigation
psychacks
Creating a Monster: How Men Unintentionally Ruin Their Relationships Through Poor Selection and Behavioral Reinforcement
RelationshipsPoor selection (in relationships)Temperamental incompatibilityEmotional incompatibilityPsychological incompatibility
psychacks
How Women Inadvertently Train Men to Be Angry: The Cycle of Invalidation and Escalation in Relationships
PsychologyInadvertent trainingPerverse incentivesCommunication breakdownEmotional escalation
psychacks
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PsychologyFollow the function principleMaladaptive habitsDysfunctional behaviorFunctional behavior
psychacks
Channeling Your Inner Postman: Redefining Discipline as Duty, Not Emotion
Self-DevelopmentDisciplineEmotional component of disciplineDutyObligation
psychacks
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PsychologyApproach anxietyBehavioral changeFear (as a motivator)Avoidance behavior
psychacks
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Self-DevelopmentBehavioral changeSelf-sabotageMainline behaviorBand-aid solutions
psychacks
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RelationshipsRelational dependenceProblematic behaviorRelationship degradationEnabling behavior
psychacks
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PsychologySomatic experienceCrossroads metaphorCrisis pointChoice point
psychacks
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PsychologyInsight (psychology)Problem-solvingBehavioral changeAddiction recovery
psychacks
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RelationshipsSexual marketplaceTraditional gender rolesSocial fictionBehavioral restrictions
psychacks
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PsychologyCognitive DissonanceInterpersonal AttractionSocial PsychologyFavor Reciprocity
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PsychologyObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)ObsessionsCompulsions
psychacks
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PsychologyEmotional changeExposure therapyEmotional salienceFlooding (behavioral therapy)
psychacks
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PsychologyRomanticism (core vs. superficial)Pragmatism (in relationships)Sexual MarketplaceMale Romantic Belief
psychacks
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Self-DevelopmentDisciplineHabit cultivationGoal achievementNew Year's resolutions
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Being Famous is Like Being a Woman: Unearned Attention, Entitlement, and the Sexual Marketplace
PsychologyUnearned attentionSexual marketplaceBehavioral economicsEntitlement
psychacks
The Primacy of Behavior: How Objective Observation Reveals True Desires
PsychologyEpistemologySubjective ExperienceObjective ObservationBehavioral Analysis
psychacks
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PsychologySocial constructionSexual marketplaceGender rolesChivalry
lexfridman
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TechnologyHuman-Robot Interaction (HRI)Reward EngineeringOptimizationInverse Reinforcement Learning (IRL)
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PsychologyDysfunctional behaviorFunctional behaviorNet positive (subjective)Habit persistence
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