Dr. Gary Bell's Absurd Psychology

Dr. Gary Bell's Absurd Psychology

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Dr. Gary Bell's Absurd Psychology episodes

  • Married Roommates
    You and your partner hardly ever fight, but something is missing in your relationship—a sense of being lovers, of passion, of emotional intimacy, of closeness. The pain of missing out on a deep love that feels just out of reach is heartbreaking. And since there are no arguments, no clear history of relationship problems to point to, you're left wondering, "How did we get here?" Tune in and learn how to fix these empty marriages!
    59 min
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Raising a Hooligan
    Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a disruptive behavior disorder that emerges during childhood or adolescence and is characterized by persistent angry or irritable mood, unruly and argumentative behavior, and vindictiveness. It frequently manifests in hostility toward authority figures. Tune in and learn how to understand and raise an oppositional defiant child!
    58 min
  • Contrarians: Rebels Without a Cause

    Contrarian psychology explores the mindset of individuals who habitually reject popular opinions, social norms, or expected reactions to think or act in direct opposition to the crowd. Tune in and learn all about these crazy-makers and how to deal with them!

    57 min
  • Manners Change Your Life
    Humans are highly social creatures and wherever we go we subtly modify our behavior to fit in with others. Rudeness signals that one is not welcome in this group, activating pain regions in the brain. Rudeness also shows that others don't trust us. Tune in and learn how manners can change your life!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Control Freaks
    A "control freak" is a colloquial term for someone with an intense, persistent psychological need to dictate or manage people, situations, and environments. In psychology, this behavior is rarely about pure power or malice; instead, it is usually a maladaptive coping mechanism driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, and deep-seated vulnerability. Tune in and learn all about control freaks and how to not be one!
    57 min
  • Releasing Resentment
    Recognizing how resentment can act as a psychological safeguard offers a profound perspective on trauma recovery. Resentment is an intricate emotion, often lying beneath the surface, yet it can greatly influence our mental health and relationships. Unlike the more familiar emotions of joy, fear, or anger, resentment tends to be more subtle, quietly shaping our inner experiences. Its hidden nature and potential impact on our well-being make it crucial to understand and address. Tune is and learn how to release resentment!
    57 min
  • A Tale of the Angry Woman
    Women have long been discouraged from the awareness and forthright expression of anger. Sugar and spice are the ingredients from which we are made. We are the nurturers, the soothers, the peacemakers, and the steadiers of rocked boats. It is our job to please, protect, and placate the world. We may hold relationships in place as if our lives depended on it. Tune in and learn what is driving this phenomenon!
    57 min
  • Older Age Depression
    Feeling down every once in a while is a normal part of life, but if these feelings last a few weeks or months, you may have depression. Read on to learn about depression in older adults, the common signs and symptoms, treatment options, and ways to provide support. Tune in and learn how to recognize and prevent!
    57 min
  • Tempted

    In psychology, temptation is a motivational conflict where an immediate, short-term reward clashes with a long-term goal or value. It triggers a struggle between the brain's emotional reward centers and logical self-control systems. Tune in and learn all about temptation and how to work through it!

    58 min
  • Living with Numb (Muted) Feelings
    In pop psychology, as well as everyday conversation, people often toss around phrases like "I just want to feel safe" or "Being numb helps me cope." But as research and clinical observation show, emotional safety and emotional numbness are distinct psychological states, and confusing the two can slow your growth, isolate you from support, and leave you stuck in patterns that feel safe but aren't. Tune in and learn how so many people live this way without even recognizing it!
    59 min

About Dr. Gary Bell's Absurd Psychology

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Not for the faint of heart or sensitive spirit, Dr. Gary Bell's Absurd Psychology is about helping our lives in the insane world we exist today. It is a sarcastic, smart and witty view of the lives we…