Explore the unsettling reality of high-potency cannabis and its link to psychosis, violent crime, and legal controversy.

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai dives deep into cases where marijuana use led to psychotic breaks and tragic outcomes, highlighting how today's concentrated THC products differ dramatically from those of the past.

Learn how THC hijacks key brain systems, why certain groups—like teens and those with a family history of schizophrenia—are at greater risk, and why both the legal system and society need to reconsider their approach to cannabis regulation and education.

00:00 Exploring cannabis induced psychosis
03:12 Effects of high-potency marijuana
08:29 THC's impact on brain function
10:08 Impacts of high THC products
14:53 Cannabis, psychosis, and legal issues

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

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Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

Explore the hidden risks of turning to AI chatbots for therapy in this revealing episode of Freud and Felons. Dr. Yalda Safai dives into real-life cases where individuals became dangerously attached to AI, leading to delusions, psychotic breaks, and tragic outcomes, including instances of suicide and preventable deaths.

Find out how chatbots can reinforce harmful beliefs, the specific dangers posed to vulnerable populations, and why AI lacks the emotional intelligence and accountability required for real mental health support. Dr. Safai also focuses on the privacy implications of sharing your most personal thoughts with AI systems and highlights the critical difference between genuine human care and what AI can offer.

00:00 Jacob Irwin's AI influence

05:39 Alerting authorities about security threat

06:32 Tragic outcomes linked to AI

09:43 Risks of AI in mental health

14:38 AI limitations in mental health support

16:18 Podcast introduction and call to action

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr.Yalda Safai takes an unflinching look at the tragic cases of mothers who killed their children while suffering from postpartum psychosis and were found not guilty by reason of insanity.

This episode goes beyond the headlines to examine the disturbing story of Andrea Yates and similar cases, exposing the interplay between mental illness and the criminal justice system. Watch to learn about the medical science behind postpartum psychosis, its symptoms, biological triggers like hormone shifts, immune system changes, and sleep deprivation, and why it's considered a psychiatric emergency.

00:00 Andrea's mental health struggles

04:41 Mental illness and criminal cases

07:32 Understanding postpartum psychosis risk factors

10:48 Immune system changes after birth

14:39 Understanding postpartum psychosis history

16:47 Encouragement for seeking treatment

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

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Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

Can traumatic brain injury and alcohol abuse lead to destructive behaviors?

Traumatic brain injury and alcohol abuse collide in this episode of Freud and Felons, as Dr. Yalda Safai interviews fellow psychiatrist Dr. Hisbay Ali on his personal journey. They break down the real-life consequences, professional pitfalls, and recovery lessons from years impacted by TBI, addiction, and the criminal justice system.

Watch as they break down the sequence of events leading to Dr. Ali’s traumatic brain injury and its immediate aftermath, the challenges faced by professionals—especially doctors—seeking help for mental health and substance use issues, the reality of the criminal justice system, and the broken link between corrections and rehabilitation.

00:00 The bar altercation and injury

03:31 Emergency brain surgery in NYC

08:56 First serious head injury

11:28 CTE, impulse control, and sentencing

13:46 Recovering from impulsivity challenges

15:53 Recovering after a hospital scare

20:18 Struggling with a brain injury

24:38 Quitting alcohol and playing guitar

28:27 Mental health stigma in medicine

31:53 Challenges in mental health care

35:07 Challenges discussing alcohol abuse

37:00 Talking about medical board issues

39:20 Issues with healthcare coverage

43:02 Discussing mental health challenges

47:54 Reflecting on lessons from prison

50:07 Deinstitutionalization and its lasting impact

51:48 Warning about substance misuse

55:02 Closing and future discussions

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

Are kids really becoming more violent, or are we just hearing about it more?

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai dives into the rise in youth violence, the roles of entitlement, low frustration tolerance, and how instant gratification and technology may be affecting emotional development.

Dive into real cases and explore the impact of modern parenting while Dr. Safai explains how modern parenting habits—such as removing obstacles too quickly and overpraising—may be undermining resilience and impulse control in kids.

00:00 The case of Nathon Brooks

05:02 the case of Clayton Dietz

05:42 The tragic case of Abby Zwerner

06:27 Factors contributing to violent behavior

13:07 Impact of phones on kids

16:54 How school culture is shifting

19:25 Recognizing warning signs in kids

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

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What makes a dictator, and how do they manage to maintain such absolute control over a nation?

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai exposes the psychology behind dictatorships. From key personality traits, opportunities created by social turmoil, enforced loyalty, and deliberate control over information and education that shape and sustain dictatorial regimes.

Learn all about the psychological forces, environmental factors, and systematic manipulation that allow dictators to appear, thrive, and oppress. Understanding these dynamics isn’t just about studying the past; it’s crucial for recognizing and preventing the same patterns from emerging in the future.

00:00 Iran's Dictator Khamenei Falls

05:57 Dictators: Charm and Self-Obsession

08:07 Safety Over Freedom: Idi Amin

10:16 Dictatorship Traits and Dynamics

14:44 Authority Over Science and Truth

16:22 Education Will End Their Rule

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

In this episode of Freud & Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai breaks down the psychological forces driving powerful people to look the other way or even participate in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.

Find out how belonging, group dynamics, risk-taking, and the dangerous illusion of immunity among elites could have played a role in this terrifying scandal.

00:00 Unmasking Epstein's Power Network

03:41 The Allure of Power

08:52 Influence and Thrill

11:15 The Psychology of Crime

15:50 Boundaries and Illusion

16:48 Wealth, Power, Consequence

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

What draws women to some of the world’s most notorious killers?

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Dr. Yalda Safai explores the unsettling psychology behind why convicted murderers like Wade Wilson, Ted Bundy, and Richard Ramirez received love, money, and attention from adoring fans while behind bars.

Take a look into the patterns of control, fantasy, and desire for notoriety that drive these relationships, as well as real-life consequences faced by those who crossed the line.

00:00 Deadpool Killer's Unusual Fanbase

03:06 Killer Fanbases: A Psychological Mystery

08:50 Infamy's Dangerous Allure

12:32 Risks of Dangerous Attachments

14:06 Understanding Attraction to Danger

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

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What caused some NFL players to become violent?

The relationship between brain injuries and violent behavior is likely more significant than many realize. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) can happen over time with sustained injuries of the head, it has the ability to lead to violent behavior, and it's virtually undetectable until after death (during autopsy).

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Yalda Safai examines the science, cases, and consequences of repeated head trauma in athletes and inmates.

If you or your child is playing contact sports or other activities where head injury is common, Dr Safai shares guidance on early identification and intervention after head trauma.

00:00 CTE's Tragic Impact

03:17 NFL Head Trauma Consequences

09:23 Brain Trauma and Criminal Behavior

10:21 Brain Injury and Criminal Risk

15:48 Brain Injuries: Risks and Prevention

17:40 Early Action Saves Young Lives

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/

Wondering how a tragedy like the recent Macy’s stabbing in New York City could happen—and what it reveals about our mental health system? In this episode of Freud and Felons, I explore the history behind America’s psychiatric care and why so many vulnerable individuals end up on the streets or in jail.

Starting with Kerri Aherne, a woman with schizophrenia who was released from a long-term hospital only to become involved in a violent incident, I take a step back and dive into how JFK and Ronald Reagan shaped our current system, from the Kennedy family’s personal struggles with mental illness to Reagan’s deep federal funding cuts.

Misguided reforms, the rise of antipsychotic medications, and the closure of state hospitals left people with severe mental illness with nowhere to turn, leaving correctional facilities to become the largest providers of psychiatric care.

00:00 Mental Illness and Psychiatric Bed Shortage

05:54 Mental Illness Treatment Challenges

08:54 Kennedy's Mental Health Policy Failures

12:15 We Need Better Asylums

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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freud-felons/id1862484242

Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

Why do upstanding citizens just snap one day and murder their spouses?

Why did Ted Bundy have so many fans?

What does the word psychopath truly mean?

Most importantly, why are YOU so obsessed with a good crime story?

Welcome to Freud and Felons.

Subscribe if you want to understand the psychology behind today’s toughest headlines.

Produced by Through The Noise: https://www.getthroughthenoise.com/