Season 2
Introduction
Welcome to our second season, where we broaden out to other subject that fascinate us
Episode 1 - Narcissism - 18/11/19
Everyone knows what a narcissist is right? A big head? An alpha male / female? A selfish sociopath? In this ep we delve into its clinical meaning and find out some interesting ways in which narcissism and mental illness can be linked and explained.
Episode 2 - Gender Dysphoria - 25/11/19
Gender Dysphoria is no longer being treated as medical disorder which is a great leap forward for the acceptance of people who feel wrongly assigned or non-binary. In this Ep we look at Gender Dysphoria through the lens of improving mental health.
Episode 3 - Microdosing - 2/12/19
Microdosing is taking small quantities of psychoactive drugs in an effort to help improve personal performance and reduce feeling of depression and anxiety. Here we explore the drugs used, and why this is becoming more and more popular with professional since it coming to prominence in California in the late 10s.
Episode 4 - Burnout- 9/12/19
Although "burnout" is not a medical term, it is often used. Mostly referring to work situations, often white collar, burnout happens when the amount expected of someone feels like it is more than they can deliver. It manifests in anxiety symptoms and can leave the sufferer unable to face life.
Episode 5 - Cannabidiol - 16/12/19
There seems to be a groundswell of evidence supporting the idea that cannabidiol (a non-psychoactive ingredient of cannabis) can help with several mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. How does this bear up to scrutiny?
Episode 6 - Ketamine - 23/12/19
Ketamine is a drug with a reputation for veterinarian and street use. However, evidence is building which shows psychiatry might have another potent weapon at its disposal. Could this be the drug we are looking for to help with Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD)?
Episode 7 - Biophilia - 30/12/19
We all like a nice weekend in the country don't we? But is there something in our biology which makes the restorative power of nature a real thing. In this episode, we explore how immersing ourselves in the natural world and trying to live in environments more reflective of nature, can have a significant positive impact on our mental health. We think so!
Episode 8 - He’s On The Spectrum! - 6/1/20
"On the spectrum" is a phrase often heard, but also often misunderstood. What spectrum are we talking about? Is it an official medical term? Is it the same as Aspergers? And what is a savant? etc. etc. All these questions and many many more are explored this latest Ep.
Episode 9 - Attachment Styles - 13/1/20
Does the way you were treated as a child in terms of intimacy with your primary care giver effect your close relationships in late life? There is a large amount of evidence suggesting it certainly does, and in this Ep we uncover the different types of adult "attachment style" and whether some can be problematic.
Episode 10 - Exercising for Mental Health - 20/1/20
In the last episode of this season we talk about exercise, its positive effect on mood and how benefits can be long lasting to help ease or even prevent anxiety and depression. We explore questions such as "what are endorphins?" and "what is the 'runners' high'?" and "do I really have to go to a gym?"
