The Psychobabble Podcast
The Psychobabble Podcast
Dr. Hannah Spier MD
Dr. Hannah Spier MD writes and speaks about the interesting medical, psychological and social issues of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cutting Toxic People: The Therapy Fad That's Breaking Families Apart
In this article Dr. Spier discusses the growing trend of cutting ties with toxic family members and the role of therapists in counseling patients on this issue. She questions the effectiveness of this approach and whether therapists are truly unbiased when providing advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2023
8 min
The Dangerous Rise of Self-Diagnosis: Are We Becoming Victims of Our Own Labels?
In this article Dr. Spier talks about how the culture of "what's your victim status" is influencing the diagnostic process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2023
5 min
The Myth of Work-Life Balance: Why Gen Z and Millennials are Burning Out in the Corporate World
In this article Dr. Spier investigates the reasons for the high rate of Burn-Out among Gen Z (and Millenials) and the concept of Work-Life Balance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2023
7 min
Should We Be Talking About God?
In this article Dr. Spier talks about how we can help more sufferers by therapists knowing more about and being open to judeo-christian religion and cooperating more with religious leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2023
7 min
Debunking The Self-Esteem Movement: How To Build Real Confidence
In this article Dr. Spier argues against the concept of Self-Esteem and how it prevents therapeutic progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2023
8 min
Sexual Equality Has Created A Great Divide Between Men And Women
This is from the article that appeared in the American Thinker on April 7th 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2023
9 min
The Ethics of Medically Assisted Suicide for Mental Illness: A Discussion on Dignity, Autonomy, and the Value of Life
In this article Dr. Spier lays out arguments against medically assisted suicide. Not only for the mentally ill, but also as something to be cautious about allowing in our society in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 11, 2023
11 min
Choosing Pets over Children: Exploring the Child-Free Trend and Its Impact on Society
Dr. Spier looks at why so many people are opting out of having children, and in to having pets instead. How can we guide our kids to have a meaningful life? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2023
9 min
The Dark Side of Mental Health Awareness: Social Contagion And Self-Diagnosing
In this article, Dr. Hannah Spier examines the explosion in mental disorder rates amongst young people as a consequence of social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2023
10 min
Redefining Motherhood: Why It Needs To Be Valued As A Profession Again
In this episode, Dr. Spier investigates the changing roles of women in society. She speaks to the devaluation of motherhood and its' direct effect on women, children and the rates of depression, anxiety and behavioural disorders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2023
17 min