Best Dr Michael E Mahon Podcasts (2024)

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The Difference in the Emotional Life of Men And Women 21:50

5d ago21:50

21:50

Big boys don't _____________. Fear is a sign of _______________. If you know the answers to these questions, then you know that the way our culture conditions men and women to process their emotions is different.By Psych with Mike

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The Biology of Emotions 20:16

12d ago20:16

20:16

What are emotions? Brett and I delve into the biology of how emotions work in the human body.By Psych with Mike

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What is an Emotion 20:56

19d ago20:56

20:56

Do you know what an emotion is? Well listen to the next two Psych with Mike and Brett episodes and see if your definition changes.By Psych with Mike

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The Psychology of Aging 19:50

26d ago19:50

19:50

According to the Census Bureau, this year (2024) the largest proportion of the baby boomer generation will turn 65. By 2030 all baby boomers will be 65 or older. This means that in 2030 the 65 and older population will comprise 20% of the total population in the US. This is the largest percentage of elderly persons in the US population in the count…

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Good versus Bad Stress 22:59

1y ago22:59

22:59

We usually think that all stress is bad, but that is actually not true!By Psych with Mike

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The Most Listened to Psych with Mike 36:14

1y ago36:14

36:14

This is the most listened-to Psych with Mike that Brett and I did. The episode is all about Transactional Analysis. When reviewing the numbers it was not even close. Enjoy!By Psych with Mike

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The First Ever Psych with Mike 33:47

1y ago33:47

33:47

This was the first Psych with Mike that Brett and I ever did. The audio is horrible and there was no video but the conversation was great!By Psych with Mike

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Finding Closure 13:32

1y ago13:32

13:32

With Brett no longer on the show, I am looking for the path forward for the show! https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acceptance https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/202108/how-practice-acceptance https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-closure-in-a-relationship-5224411 https://theconversation.com/the-psychology-of-closu…

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The Psychology of Saying Goodbye 33:35

1+ y ago33:35

33:35

It is often very difficult to say goodbye. Whether the result of life passing, ending a relationship, or, moving far away, there is a period of our lives that are ending. On the other hand, there is a new period of life that is beginning. As for my friend, Brett Newcomb, I will forever be grateful for the contributions he made to the show and for b…

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How To Get The Most Out Of Therapy 35:15

1+ y ago35:15

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You make the decision to go to therapy. Good on you! Now make sure you are ready to make it a useful and rewarding experience! https://psychcentral.com/lib/therapists-spill-tips-for-making-the-most-of-therapy https://www.healthline.com/health/what-to-talk-about-in-therapyBy Psych with Mike

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Emotional Regulation in Adulthood 32:37

1+ y ago32:37

32:37

This is a revisit of one of the most downloaded episodes of Psych with Mike. This is a topic close to my heart since I believe that emotional regulation is the central issue is all psychotherapy.By Psych with Mike

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How to Feel Less Lonely 34:26

1+ y ago34:26

34:26

The Surgeon General of the US recently released a report on loneliness. In it, the physiological effects of loneliness were found to be equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. These kinds of physiological findings just affirm what all of us already know, loneliness hurts! It hurts us both psychologically and physically. Surgeon General's Report …

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The Power of Self-Forgiveness 33:21

1+ y ago33:21

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Many people find it harder to forgive themselves than they do to forgive others. We may feel like we do not deserve forgiveness or that if we forgive ourselves then we were never truly sorry for the behavior. Whatever the reason, when we do not forgive ourselves we remain in perpetual psychological bondage. https://psyche.co/guides/how-to-forgive-y…

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Nihilism and Psychology 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

What is nihilism and what does it have to do with psychology? Most of us have heard of the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche and some know that he is credited with promoting the ideas of nihilism. But how many actually know what nihilism is and how it plays a role in psychology? https://psyche.co/ideas/for-nietzsche-nihilism-goes-deeper-than-life-is-…

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Does Personality Chamge 29:58

1+ y ago29:58

29:58

Does our personality change and evolve over the lifespan? Or does personality remain consistent and static from adolescence? https://psyche.co/ideas/theres-a-reason-some-of-us-find-it-easier-to-change-than-others?utm_source=Aeon+Newsletter&utm_campaign=8e4e0f2ec4-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_03_10&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-b1f49aa884-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D…

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What is Brain Fog? 32:25

1+ y ago32:25

32:25

The term "Brain Fog" has been around for a long time but has gained increased significance during the pandemic. What IS brain fog and can we do anything about it? https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/31/neuroscientist-how-to-avoid-brain-fog.htmlBy Psych with Mike

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Good Communication Skills 32:19

1+ y ago32:19

32:19

Communication is the most basic way that humans connect. Good knowledgeable skills are the foundation of good interactions! https://www.inc.com/minda-zetlin/3-things-people-who-are-good-at-conversation-dont-do-according-to-a-research-psychologist.htmlBy Psych with Mike

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How Trauma Changes Connections in the Brain 33:45

1+ y ago33:45

33:45

Research is building an indisputable record of evidence supporting the belief that the experience of trauma changes the way the brain is wired. Trauma that is low-level over a long period of time (chronic) can be just as transformative as trauma that is intense and sudden (acute) https://www.sciencenews.org/article/trauma-distorts-time-self-new-the…

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What is Positive Psychology? 32:29

1+ y ago32:29

32:29

The introduction of concepts like "mindfulness" and "positive psychology" is only helpful if they can be defined. In science, this is called operational definition. Is Positive Psychology an actual theoretical orientation or just a new-wave fad? https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-positive-psychology-2794902…

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Are There Learning Styles and Why Does it Matter? 32:57

1+ y ago32:57

32:57

As long-time educators, Brett and I have always accepted the concept that different people learn in different ways. A recent article in Aeon magazine challenges this long-held belief. https://aeon.co/essays/the-evidence-is-clear-learning-styles-theory-doesnt-work?utm_source=Aeon+Newsletter&utm_campaign=83087b53bc-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_01_24_05_07&utm…

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Heinz Kohut and Self Psychology 33:16

1+ y ago33:16

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Heinz Kohut and Self Psychology establish the foundational understanding of the development of emotional regulation. But perhaps his most impressive contribution to the field was his introduction of empathy into the therapy relationship. https://www.selfpsychologypsychoanalysis.org/about.htmlBy Psych with Mike

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How Much Should You Know About Your Therapist? 33:13

1+ y ago33:13

33:13

Clients are often very curious about the private lives of their therapists. But therapists are educated to present themselves as a blank slate. The amount of self-disclosure that a therapist engages in therefore is a balance between what is most therapeutic for the client and the therapist's presentation as genuine and sincere. https://aeon.co/vide…

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Just Breathe 32:16

1+ y ago32:16

32:16

Breathwork is a core technique in counseling and psychotherapy. It has also been a central tenet of practices as old as Zen meditation. But what are the therapeutic and/or health benefits of breathwork? https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/science-says-use-relaxing-breath-method-to-fall-asleep-faster-starting-tonight.html…

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Otto Kernberg is Still Alive! Who Knew? 34:35

1+ y ago34:35

34:35

Otto Kernberg is one of the most influential theorists responsible for our understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)! https://www.verywellmind.com/borderline-personality-disorder-meaning-425191By Psych with Mike

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What Does it Mean to be a Dry Drunk? 35:14

1+ y ago35:14

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There is a whole vocabulary associated with recovery from alcohol and drugs. For those who are not in the program or do not work professionally with those in recovery, this can be very confusing. Brett recently was talking to a friend about what it means to be a dry drunk and found that even he had many questions. https://www.webmd.com/mental-healt…

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Ketamine and Depression 38:49

1+ y ago38:49

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Ketamine is the only psychedelic substance that has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of depression, so far. How does this drug help depression and will other psychedelics get approval in the future? https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/09/12/ketamine-therapy-explained/By Psych with Mike

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What is the Enneagram 32:22

1+ y ago32:22

32:22

The Enneagram is a personality classification system based on the work and theories of Carl Gustav Jung.By Psych with MikeThe

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The Best Advice from 2022 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

32:03

In early 2023, Brett and I discuss 10 lessons from 2022. https://www.wellandgood.com/best-advice-from-therapists/By Psych with Mike

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Understanding Insecure Attachment 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

31:36

Attachment styles play a huge part in successful and enjoyable relationships. But most of us do not even know what our attachment style is. https://www.verywellhealth.com/insecure-attachment-5220170By Psych with Mike

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Are There Narcissistic Kids? 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

34:40

A current buzzword in psychology and also society at large is, entitled child. But before that psychology had a word for those who saw themselves as wonderful and that was narcissism. Are these separate concepts or just opposite sides of the same coin? https://awarenessact.com/narcissistic-children-are-raised-by-parents-who-do-these-8-things/?fbcli…

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How to Create Resolutions You Can Actually Stick With 35:40

1+ y ago35:40

35:40

Happy New Year to you and your loved ones from us at Psych with Mike. This is a revisit of a conversation that Brett and I had on making resolutions that work. Enjoy and the best of luck in the new year!By Psych with Mike

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Habits of Unhealthy People 34:03

1+ y ago34:03

34:03

It's been a long two years. Over this holiday season, many of us may be re-evaluating our behavior in the hopes of making better choices and improving our physical and mental health in the new year. But to do this effectively we need to know what behaviors we may have fallen into that are not the healthiest for us. https://www.forbes.com/sites/trav…

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The Power of Letting Go 32:07

1+ y ago32:07

32:07

All of us have past trauma that affects us in the present. It is cliche to hear someone say "you have to let it go". But how do you do this? https://www.berkeleywellbeing.com/letting-go.html https://unfoldingtheuniversewithin.com/the-art-of-letting-go-of-the-past/By Psych with Mike

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Avoidant Attachment Style 28:29

1+ y ago28:29

28:29

Relationships are at the core of being a healthy human being. We develop attachment styles as a result of our experiences early in our lives. One of these attachment styles is avoidant attachment. Today we discuss the characteristics of this attachment style and how it impacts our relationships. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-clarity/2…

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The Neurology of Fear and Anxiety 31:24

2y ago31:24

31:24

As better ways of exploring the way our brains are connected become available, we are mapping these connections with greater precision. Does a better, more comprehensive map of the way areas of the brain operate make psychology more of a "hard" science? https://neurosciencenews.com/amygdala-emotion-20969/…

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The Language of Passive Aggression 35:01

2y ago35:01

35:01

We all have heard someone accuse someone of being passive-aggressive. But how many of us really know what that means or how to identify the behavior? https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/25/the-3-biggest-signs-of-passive-aggressive-and-childish-behavior-harvard-body-language-expert.htmlBy Psych with Mike

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Why Therapy Sucks 32:32

2y ago32:32

32:32

Therapy and mental health are recognized as being in epidemic-like short supply. With the pandemic and political division, people are finding their mental health has taken a big hit over the last couple of years. And yet there is growing dissatisfaction among therapy devotees and unequal availability of therapy services across socioeconomic domains…

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The Epidemic of Loneliness 32:37

2y ago32:37

32:37

As we move beyond the pandemic we are seeing a significant increase in the number of persons who express that they are feeling lonely. What are the factors that are contributing to this besides the isolation of the pandemic? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-ptsd/202207/how-childhood-trauma-can-lead-adult-loneliness…

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Self Talk to Boost Your Confidence 33:25

2y ago33:25

33:25

We could all use a little boost to our self-esteem. You're welcome! https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/18/want-to-sound-and-feel-more-confident-ditch-these-11-phrases-from-your-vocabulary-say-psychologists.htmlBy Psych with Mike

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What is Happening to the Human Attention Span? 33:14

2y ago33:14

33:14

Studies indicate that the human attention span has significantly shortened since the rise of social media. Why is it getting so hard for us to focus our attention? https://www.ranieriandco.com/post/changing-attention-span-and-what-it-means-for-content-in-2021 https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/apr/16/got-a-minute-global-attention-span-is-narr…

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The Neuroscience of Enlightenment 34:42

2y ago34:42

34:42

Enlightenment, self-actualization, and, mindfulness are ideal states of being that we are all striving for. But what is the neuroscience that supports the idea that enlightenment is a real phenomenon that has beneficial effects? https://bigthink.com/the-well/neuroscience-of-enlightenment/By Psych with Mike

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The Psychological Consequences of Family Estrangement 33:05

2y ago33:05

33:05

Should you go or not go to Thanksgiving? Are you the one tearing the family apart when you identify familial dysfunction? Good questions. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brothers-sisters-strangers/202206/how-family-estrangement-echoes-across-generations

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How to Know if Your Therapist is Any Good 32:44

2y ago32:44

32:44

Sure your therapist has framed pieces of paper on the wall, but how do you truly know if your therapist is any good? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/get-out-your-mind/202209/how-tell-you-have-good-therapistBy Psych with Mike

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Parental Alienation Syndrome 34:38

2y ago34:38

34:38

Sometimes a child's parent goes beyond the stereotypical defaming of the other parent. When this happens we have to think of this process as similar to the type of programming associated with a cult. https://www.familylawpleasanton.com/blog/2020/10/the-8-symptoms-of-parental-alienation/

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The Most Important Question in Therapy 32:58

2y ago32:58

32:58

Have you ever wondered what is the most important question in psychotherapy? No spoilers here just check out the conversation! https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/insight-therapy/202209/the-most-important-question-in-therapy Transcript: you're listening to psych with Mike for more episodes or to connect with the show with comments ideas or to b…

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Anxiety is a Luxury 33:53

2y ago33:53

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Sometimes it is important to try and re-focus our perspective. A great deal of anxiety is about the privilege we enjoy because of the place we live. Trying to understand that concept can help us consider how the perspective of the world at large. Refocusing is an essential tool for reducing anxiety. https://forge.medium.com/panic-is-a-luxury-c43301…

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Jung on Clarity 33:19

2y ago33:19

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For most, the goal of therapy is to increase your self-understanding. The only way to truly do this is through honest self-reflection. https://medium.com/perennial/the-discipline-of-clarity-according-to-jung-630e8434252f Transcript: you're listening to psych with mike for more episodes or to connect with the show with comments ideas or to be a 0:06…

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General Adaptation Syndrome: Stress and Anxiety 33:02

2y ago33:02

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How our bodies experience and process stress and anxiety are important considerations when examining situations like police shootings. It is also important for therapists to understand when working with clients who have experienced trauma. https://www.verywellmind.com/general-adaptation-syndrome-gad-definition-signs-causes-management-5213817 Transc…

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The Biology of PTSD 33:37

2y ago33:37

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is recognized as a significant issue that can affect people in everyday life. The sum total of small traumas can have the same biological effect as those experienced in combat. It is important for therapists and clients to understand the biology of this process to best help those dealing with this potentially d…

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Attachment in Adolescence 31:23

2y ago31:23

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Adolescence is a time of distance from the family of origin and identification with a peer group. So what are the perils and benefits of attachment during this developmental period? https://www.newportacademy.com/resources/mental-health/teen-attachment-disorder/ Transcript you're listening to psych with mike for more episodes or to connect with the…

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