Psyched Podcast
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratingsPsychotherapists Kelsey Fyffe and Alexa Shank combine their love of pop culture and mental health to create the Psyched Podcast. In addition to analyzing both real and fictional figures from pop culture, they share some of the lesser-known and more bizarre aspects of the field of psychology. Join them for entertaining conversation and inspired cocktail recipes.
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Announcement
June 22, 2020 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBSeason 1 of Psyched is officially wrapped! We are taking the summer off to regroup and recharge, and will be back with more hot psychological takes in the Fall.
The Pathology of Disney Princesses
June 15, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWe debunk an article claiming 15 Disney princesses suffer from specific mental health disorders. Life lesson: don't trust mental health diagnoses from random internet articles. References https://www.therichest.com/world-entertainment/15-disney-princesses-who-suffer-from-some-kind-of-mental-disorder/
The 5 Categories of Cannibalism
June 08, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBKelsey explains the five categories of human cannibalism and you might be disturbed to discover that cannibalism is more common than you probably expect. Get ready for an episode on everything from Christian communion to vorarephilia. Promo by The Strange South podcast Listen to them on Apple Podcasts References Clark, J. (2008, August 25). How cannabalism works. Retrieved June 7, 2020, from https://people.howstuffworks.com/cannibalism2.htm Dolan, M. (2012, May 6). The gruesome history o...
Eyewitness Testimony: Why Your Memories And Your Vision Could Be Flawed
June 01, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBYou can't always believe what you see! We'll explore the problematic use of eyewitness testimony in court cases and why we can't consistently trust our memory. References: Chew, S. (n.d.). Myth: eyewitness testimony is the best kind of evidence. Retrieved May 3, 2020, from https://www.psychologicalscience.org/teaching/myth-eyewitness-testimony-is-the-best-kind-of-evidence.html Cognitive interview. (n.d.). Retrieved May 3, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cognitive_interview Eyewit...
Big & Little Edie: The infamous animal hoarders of Grey Gardens
May 25, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBThis week we'll tell you about pair of mom and daughter socialites who lived together in isolation for 25 years. We'll explain what factors contributed to the eventual life of squalor and cat collecting that came to be their new normal. References: About Big Edie. (n.d.). Retrieved May 19, 2020, from https://greygardensonline.com/about-big-edie/ Acocella, J. (2014, December 8). Let it go. The New Yorker. Retrieved from https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2014/12/15/let-go Animal hoarding....
How Dating Works - With Behavior Bitches Podcast
May 18, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe brilliant ladies from Behavior Bitches Podcast join us to explain how dating works and why so many of us fall into the trap of dating complete and utter assholes. Want to know how to stop? The Behavior Bitches will explain it to you!
Sharp Objects
May 11, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBDid you know that Camille Preaker's word carving ritual is a real thing? Kelsey breaks down how the HBO miniseries, Sharp Objects, portrays self-harm and surviving child abuse. References Black, E. B., & Mildred, H. (2018). Characteristics of non‐suicidal self‐injury in women accessing internet help sites. Clinical Psychologist, 22(1), 37–45. https://doi.org/10.1111/cp.12094 HBO. (2018). Sharp Objects. Nicolaou, E. (n.d.). What Exactly Happened In The Creepy Shack In Sharp Objects? Retri...
Self-Harm In Sharp Objects
May 11, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBDid you know that Camille Preaker's word carving ritual is a real thing? Kelsey breaks down how the HBO miniseries, Sharp Objects, portrays self-harm and surviving child abuse. References Black, E. B., & Mildred, H. (2018). Characteristics of non‐suicidal self‐injury in women accessing internet help sites. Clinical Psychologist, 22(1), 37–45. https://doi.org/10.1111/cp.12094 HBO. (2018). Sharp Objects. Nicolaou, E. (n.d.). What Exactly Happened In The Creepy Shack In Sharp Objects? Retri...
The Art of Catfishing
May 04, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBWhy do people create false online identities? Why are some people so susceptible to being catfished? We'll answer these questions and more as we dive into the motivations behind deceptive online relationships. References: Bargh, J. A., McKenna, K. Y. A., & Fitzsimons, G. M. (2002). Can You See the Real Me? Activation and Expression of the “True Self” on the Internet. Journal of Social Issues, 58(1), 33. https://doi-org.ezproxy.bellevue.edu/10.1111/1540-4560.00247 Bargh, J. A., & McKenna, ...
American History X, Frankie Meeink, & Why People Hate
April 27, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBWe explore the life of the real individual Frank Meeink, who inspired the film. We also discuss how people like Frank come to experience such extreme hatred that they would get involved as a Neo-Nazi skinhead. References: Abrams, A. (2017, March 9). The psychology of hate [Blog post]. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-self-compassion/201703/the-psychology-hate Davies, D. (Host). (2010, August 7). A 'recovering skinhead' on leaving hatred behind [Audio podcas...
ACT Is A Magic Cure All. Sort Of
April 20, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBKelsey explains why ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) is such a radical idea for therapy, and tries not to sob as she discusses her deep and abiding love for it. She also pays tribute to her mentor, Dr. Norwood, who taught her about this therapy in school and is responsbile for her obnoxious devotion to 3rd wave CBT. References Hayes, S. C. (2017, December 7). Kissing the Banana Trunk: Will You Commit and Act in the Fight Against Ebola? Retrieved from https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ki...
The Loved Ones: When Psychopaths Procreate
April 13, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBWhat happens when psychopaths have their own children? Are they psychopaths too? We dive into these questions as we revioew the 2009 Australian horror movie and the sinister father/daughter relationship that leads to unthinkable acts of violence. References: Byrne, S. (Director). (2009). The loved ones [Motion picture]. Australia: Madman Films. Hagerty, B. B. (2017). When Your Child Is a Psychopath. Atlantic, 319(5), 78. Leedom, L. J., Bass, A., & Almas, L. H. (2013). The Problem of...
Baby dolls for grief therapy?
April 06, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBWe explore the industry of reborn dolls and how they can be used for mental health. We'll also look into why people are so divisive over whether they are creepy or cute. References: Caballar, R. D. (2019, November 6). What is the uncanny valley? Retrieved March 29, 2020, from https://spectrum.ieee.org/automaton/robotics/humanoids/what-is-the-uncanny-valley Cote, J. B. (2016, September 29). How 'reborn dolls' really can help us cope with miscarriage & infant loss. Retrieved March 29, 2020,...
Behind The REAL Exorcism of Emily Rose
March 30, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBWe explore the real story of Anneliese Michel that inspired the 2005 movie. We'll look at the possibility of possesion as well as other answers for what could have happened to her. References: References Clancy, M. J., Clarke, M. C., Connor, D. J., Cannon, M., & Cotter, D. R. (2014). The prevalence of psychosis in epilepsy; a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Psychiatry, 14(75). Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3995617/#_ffnsectitle Devinsky, O., & Lai, G...
Depressed? Try Special-K!
March 23, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBKelsey explains the questionable science behind using ketamine for treatment resistant depression. Spoiler alert: don't trust drugs that sound like miracle cures. References: CHAN, L. F., EU, C. L., SOH, S. Y., MANIAM, T., SHAHIDII KADIR, Z., CHONG, B. T. W., LOO, J. L., SHARIP, S., WONG, V. C. W., LOO, T. H., NG, Y. P., & KAHN, D. A. (2018). Is Ketamine the Future Clozapine for Depression? A Case Series and Literature Review on Maintenance Ketamine in Treatment-resistant Depression With S...
Marilyn Monroe: A Blonde Bombshell With Schizophrenia?
March 16, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBPart 2 of the Marilyn Monroe miniseries! We finish up the psychological dissection of Marilyn's life by discussing her seriously impressive drug abuse and speculating about the mysterious diagnosis her infamous psychiatrist, Dr. Greenson, gave her toward the later years of her life. References Lathan S. R. (2009). Celebrities and substance abuse. Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center), 22(4), 339–341. https://doi.org/10.1080/08998280.2009.11928552 Neilstark. (2020, February ...
The Yoko Effect And Why We Blame Women
March 09, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBYoko Ono's name has become synonymous with the downfall of the Beatles. We examine why the world continues to blame her and how various women continue to be compared to her. References: Break-up of the Beatles. (n.d.). Retrieved March 5, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Break-upofthe_Beatles Byrne, K. (2019, January 9). Why has Meghan Markle been cast as the Yoko Ono of our times? Retrieved March 5, 2020, from https://amp.independent.ie/style/voices/why-has-meghan-markle-been-cast...
Marilyn Monroe: A Blonde Bombshell With Daddy Issues?
March 02, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBPart 1 of a 2 part series on Marilyn Monroe. We discuss why repeatedly abandoning your children is not a recommended parenting tactic, and talk about how attachment theory may explain why Marilyn was so unlucky in love and friendships. References TARABORRELLI, J. R. A. N. D. Y. (2018). Secret Life Of Marilyn Monroe. Place of publication not identified: PAN Books. Bond, A. H. (2013). Marilyn Monroe: on the couch: inside the mind and life of Marilyn Monroe. Baltimore, MD: Bancroft Press. A...
Mini: The Neuropsychology of Near-Death-Experiences
February 24, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWhat do psychadelic drugs and near-death-experiences have in common? We share the neuropsychological research on what may happen in your brain during near-death-experiences and ways scientists are simulating these events for further study. References: AWARE study initial results are published. (2017, July 18). Retrieved February 23, 2020, from International Association for Near Death Studies, Inc. website: https://iands.org/news/news/front-page-news/ 1060-aware-study-initial-...
Judy Garland: Life Behind The Ruby Slippers
February 17, 2020 16:15 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWe delve into the dark truth behind the famous singer and actress' life in the public eye. References: Barbiturate. (n.d.). Retrieved January 31, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbiturate Barbiturate. (2019, July 19). In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved January 31, 2020, from https://www.britannica.com/science/barbiturate Bertram, C. (2019, May 24). Judy Garland was put on a strict diet and encouraged to take "pep pills" while filming 'The Wizard of Oz'. Retrieved January 31...
Mini: Bedlam: The Most Infamous Insane Asylum
February 13, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBHow did the term Bedlam come to be used to describe a scene of madness and chaos? We dive into the history of Bethlem Hospital and it's transformation in Bedlam. We'll discuss how the the first lunatic asylum in Europe eventually became synonymous with uproar and pandemonium. References: Bethlem Royal Hospital. (n.d.). Retrieved January 28, 2020, from https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/BethlemRoyalHospital Bethlem Royal Hospital. (2017, March 6). Retrieved January 28, 2020, from h...
Aaron Hernandez: Can Brain Damage Turn You Into A Killer?
February 10, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBKelsey discusses the tragic and bizarre story of Aaron Hernandez, crticizes the new docuseries about his life, and reviews the theory that the brain condition, CTE, can turn you into a murderous rage zombie. Promo for Stat! Podcast References: Aaron Hernandez hid secrets behind his smile. (2018, October 13). The Boston Globe. Retrieved from https://apps.bostonglobe.com/spotlight/gladiator/ bristol/ Aaron Hernandez suicide due to CTE, not seuxality ... Jose Baez rips Netflix ...
Mini: Pseudoseizures: How Your Body Can Fake a Seizure
February 06, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBAlong with our guest Karen Wickiam from the STAT! podcast, we discuss the nature of pseudoseizures and what causes them. Karen, a retired ER nurse also shares several case examples from patients she treated at the hospital. References: Saher Hoda Kamil, Mustafa Qureshi, & Rikinkumar S. Patel. (2019). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES): A Case Report and Literature Review. Behavioral Sciences, (2), 15. https://doi.org/10.3390/bs9020015 Miller L, ...
Sheldon Cooper: The Big Bang Theory's Best Goofball
February 03, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWe explore the personality quirks of everyone's favorite particle physicist. References: Bath, D. (2018, December 18). Big Bang Theory: 20 things wrong with Sheldon we all choose to ignore. Retrieved February 2, 2020, from https://screenrant.com/big-bang-theory-sheldon-things-wrong-fans-ignore/ The Big Bang Theory. (n.d.). Retrieved February 2, 2020, from https://bigbangtheory.fandom.com/wiki/Category:TheBigBang_Theory The Big Bang Theory. (n.d.). Retrieved February 2, 2020, from https:/...
Mini: Milgram's Shock Study: Exploring Obedience To Authority
January 30, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBAre people willing to compromise their values and blindly obey authority figures given the right circumstances? Stanley Milgram certainly believed so. We'll examine this classic psychological experiment and present some ways it this hypothesis could be flawed. References: Cherry, K. (2019, September 16). Milgram's experiments and the perils of obedience. Retrieved January 10, 2020, from https://www.verywellmind.com/ the-milgram-obedience-experiment-2795243 McLeod, S. A. (2017...
Muchausen by Proxy in Dee Dee and Gypsy Rose Blanchard
January 27, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBIt's hard to comprehend that there are parents who intentionally make their children sick. We'll examine one of the most notorious cases of Munchausen by Proxy that eventually escalated to murder. References: Baron Munchausen. (n.d.). Retrieved January 26, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baron_Munchausen Kahan, B., & Yorker, B. C. (1991). Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Clinical Review and Legal Issues. Behavioral Sciences & the Law, 9(1), 73–83. https://doi.org/10.1002/bsl.23...
Mini: HSAM: The people who never forget
January 23, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWhat if you could remember all the details of every day of your life? We discuss highly superior autobiographical memory and the effects that the ability to remember everything has on these extraordinary individuals. References: Parker, E. S., Cahill, L., & McGaugh, J. L. (2006). A case of unusual autobiographical remembering. Neurocase, 12(1), 35–49. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=shib&db=mdc&AN=16517514&site=eds-live Lawrence Patihis, Steven J...
"Cast Away's" Chuck Noland and coping with isolation
January 20, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBWhat if you were stranded alone on a deserted island? How would you survive? We'll explore what made Chuck Noland particularly equipped for withstanding his 4 years of solitude. References: Analemma. In The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary. Retrieved January 3, 2020, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/analemma Analemma. (n.d.). Retrieved January 3, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Analemma Bhargav, M. (2016, May 29). "Cast Away,"- The psychological perspective [...
Mini: Family Annihilators: Understanding the cold-blooded actions of family killers
January 16, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBIt's hard for most people to comprehend why someone would murder their entire family. We'll examine the driving factors behind why these terrible tragedies occur. References: Characteristics of 4 types of family murders. (2018, August 8). Retrieved January 3, 2020, from https://psychcentral.com/news/2013/08/14/characteristics-of-4-types-of-family-murderers/58475.html Collins, K. (2016, August 16). Study: Family killers are usually men and fit one of four distinct profiles. Wired. Retrieved...
"You": Sexy stalker & serial killer
January 13, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBDespite his dangerous behavior, Joe Goldberg is still everyone's favorite cunning creep. We'll look at what makes this murderous man from the Netflix series "You" so irresistible and why some people are primed to become stalkers. References Jennifer E. Storey, Stephen D. Hart, J. Reid Meloy, & James A. Reavis. (2009). Psychopathy and Stalking. Law and Human Behavior, 33(3), 237. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10979-008-9149-5 Nobles, M. R., Cramer, R. J., Zottola, S. A., Desmarais, S. L., Gember...
Mini: Death by Dancing: The mass hysteria known as dance mania
January 09, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBWe explore the history of various episodes of dance mania, along with characteristic behaviors and possible causes of the bizarre hysteria. References About the Tarantella [Video file]. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://houstonpbs.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/3459b331-c720-41c9-afe4-00e6d6a5034c/about-the-tarantella/ Bartholomew, R. E. (2001). Little green men, meowing nuns and head-hunting panics: a study of mass psychogenic illness and social delusion. Jefferson: McFarland & Company. Ca...
It's Britney Bitch: Struggles of a pop princess
January 06, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBWe'll look at what led to Britney's infamous 2007 "nervous breakdown" and why it has become so memorable in pop culture. References: American Psychological Association. (2000, July 2). Americans are more willing to admit to having mental health problems now compared with 40 years ago, according to new study [Press release]. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2000/07/mental-health Berman, J., & Lovett, E. (2012, February 3). Britney Spears' ex, Jason Alexander, reflects...
Mini: Stockholm Syndrome: Why we bond with captors
January 02, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBWe'll look into what conditions are typically present for this traumatic bond to occur. References Bohren, A. (2018, July 10). Stockholm Syndrome: A complete guide to this curious syndrome. Retrieved December 29, 2019, from https://blog.cognifit.com/stockholm-syndrome/. Carver, J. M. (2014, December 20). Stockholm Syndrome: The Psychological Mystery of Loving an Abuser, Page 2. Retrieved December 29, 2019, from https://counsellingresource.com/therapy/self-help/stockholm/2/. Dunning, B. (E...
Dirty John, the dark triad and dependent personality disorder
December 30, 2019 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBWe discuss the long history of lies and manipulation by John Meehan. We’ll look at how his behavior could fit the dark triad and how this influenced those in his life. References: Dibdin, E. (2019, January 13). A complete timeline of the events of Dirty John. Harper's Bazaar. Retrieved from https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/ film-tv/a25372275/dirty-john-true-story-timeline/ Dirty John: The dirty truth [Television program]. (2019, January 14). Oxygen. Disney, K. L. (2013)....
Mini: The tragic truth behind the Tuskeegee Experiment
December 19, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBWe reveal the disturbing details of this study that revolutionized the practices and ethical standards in research. References: Nix, E. (2017, May 16). Tuskegee experiment:The infamous syphilis study. Retrieved December 7, 2019, from https://www.history.com/news/ the-infamous-40-year-tuskegee-study Reverby, S. (2009). Examining Tuskegee: The Infamous Syphilis Study and Its Legacy. University of North Carolina Press. Retrieved from www.jstor.org/stable/10.5149/9780807898673_rever...
Frank Abagnale Jr: The analysis of a con artist
December 16, 2019 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBWe present the exciting life of the “master bilker of banks.” We’ll share what elements influenced the real-life man from Catch Me If You Can to become one of the most notorious imposters of all time. References: Abagnale, F. W., & Redding, S. (1980). Catch me if you can. Grosset & Dunlap. Frank Abagnale. (n.d.). Retrieved November 18, 2019, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Abagnale Frank W. Abagnale. (n.d.). Retrieved November 18, 2019, from https://www.abagnale.com...
Mini: Capgras syndrome: The imposter delusion
December 12, 2019 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBWhat if the person you cared most about suddenly became replaced by an identical duplicate? We explore the history and causes of this devastating delusion. References: Abumrad, J., & Krulwich, R. (2010, March 30). Seeing Impostors: When loved ones suddenly aren't. Retrieved November 29, 2019, from https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=124745692 Bier, D. (2018, October 8). Capgras and dementia: The imposter syndrome. Retrieved November 29, 2019, from https://psychcentral.co...
Cersei and Jaime Lannister: Exploring the taboo of sibling incest
December 09, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBWe delve into the semi-secret sexual relationship between your favorite Game of Thrones twins, and discuss society’s views on incest over the centuries. References: Bilyeau, N. (2019, July 25). The royal incest that inspired the writing of 'Game of Thrones'. Retrieved December 7, 2019, from https://medium.com/@tudorscribe/the-royal-incest-that-inspired-the-writing-of-game-of-thrones-d2f8455f12ce Cersei and Jaime Lannister. (n.d.). Retrieved December 7, 2019, from https://gameofthrones.fan...
Mini: The psychology of false confessions
December 05, 2019 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBEver wonder why people would confess to a crime they didn’t commit? We explore the tactics used to elicit confessions and how these impact the justice system. References: Fadia M. Narchet, Christian A. Meissner, & Melissa B. Russano. (2011). Modeling the Influence of Investigator Bias on the Elicitation of True and False Confessions. Law and Human Behavior, 35(6), 452. Retrieved from https://search-ebscohost-com.ezproxy.bellevue.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=edsjsr&AN=edsjsr.41489016&site=e...
SlenderMan Stabbing: when belief in a fantasy becomes Folie a Deux
December 02, 2019 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWe examine the delusional beliefs that led two 12 year old girls to try and muder their good friend. References: Dewey, C. (2016, July 27). The complete history of 'Slender Man,' the meme that compelled two girls to stab a friend. The Washington Post. Retrieved from https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2014/06/03/ the-complete-terrifying-history-of-slender-man-the-internet-meme-that-compelled-t wo-12-year-olds-to-stab-their-friend/ Drane, M. (Produ...
Dream Interpretation: Exploring the meaning-making of dreams
November 28, 2019 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWhy do we dream? What do our dreams mean? We explore the various theories behind dream interpretation including Freud's outlandish notion that genitals could be represented by churches, boxes, and the number 3! References: Cummins, P. (2018, December 11). Brief history of dream interpretation. Retrieved November 7, 2019, from https://learndreaminterpretation.com/2018/12/11/brief-history-of-dream-interpretation/ Dream analysis. (2016, February 2). Retrieved November 7, 2019, from https://ww...
Count Carl von Cosel and his corpse bride
November 25, 2019 14:49 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThis true story of possible necrophilia is much more disturbing than any Tim Burton movie. Join us as we discuss the case of the man who kept his dead girlfriend with him for over seven years! Harrison, B. (2009). Undying love: the true story of a passion that defied death. Marathon, FL: The Ketch & Yawl Press. Sieczkowski, C. (2013, November 20). Widow sleeps with dead husband's decomposing corpse for a year after his death. Retrieved October 17, 2019, from https://www.huffpost.c...
37. Count Carl von Cosel and his corpse bride
November 25, 2019 14:49 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThis true story of possible necrophilia is much more disturbing than any Tim Burton movie. Join us as we discuss the case of the man who kept his dead girlfriend with him for over seven years! Harrison, B. (2009). Undying love: the true story of a passion that defied death. Marathon, FL: The Ketch & Yawl Press. Sieczkowski, C. (2013, November 20). Widow sleeps with dead husband's decomposing corpse for a year after his death. Retrieved October 17, 2019, from https://www.huffpost.c...
Mini: Apotemnophilia: aspirations of a stump life
November 21, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBDiscover the disorder that compels people to have a desire for a disability. We’ll look at the lengths these individuals will go to, in order to remove healthy limbs. Blom, R. M., van Wingen, G. A., van der Wal, S. J., Luigjes, J., van Dijk, M. T., Scholte, H. S., & Denys, D. (2016). The Desire for Amputation or Paralyzation: Evidence for Structural Brain Anomalies in Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID). PLoS ONE, 11(11), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0165789 Elliott, C. (...
36. Mini: Apotemnophilia: aspirations of a stump life
November 21, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBDiscover the disorder that compels people to have a desire for a disability. We’ll look at the lengths these individuals will go to, in order to remove healthy limbs. Blom, R. M., van Wingen, G. A., van der Wal, S. J., Luigjes, J., van Dijk, M. T., Scholte, H. S., & Denys, D. (2016). The Desire for Amputation or Paralyzation: Evidence for Structural Brain Anomalies in Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID). PLoS ONE, 11(11), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0165789 Elliott, C. (...
35. Carrie Fisher: Life beneath Leia’s hair buns
November 18, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBHer lifelong struggles with mental illness and substance abuse often overshadowed her career. We’ll explore the dark side of the hollywood industry and how her famous family’s dysfunction impacted her. Bipolar disorder and addiction. (n.d.). Retrieved October 6, 2019, from https://www.dualdiagnosis.org/bipolar-disorder-and-addiction/ Carrie Fisher. (n.d.). Retrieved October 6, 2019, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrie_Fisher Cerullo, M. A., & Strakowski, S. M. (2007). The pre...
34. Mini: Pyromania: When there's smoke, there's a firestarter
November 14, 2019 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBEveryone has passions and hobbies. But what if yours went too far? We take a look at the nature of “firebugs” and what leads these individuals to develop an obsession with fire. Brett, A. (2004). “Kindling theory” in arson: how dangerous are firesetters? The Australian And New Zealand Journal Of Psychiatry, 38(6), 419–425. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.bellevue.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mdc&AN=15209833&site=eds-live Burton, P. R.S., McNiel, D. E., & Binder, R. L. (2...
33. Howard Hughes: Billionaire Aviator to Paranoid Recluse
November 11, 2019 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBWe examine the business mogul’s increasingly bizarre behaviors and beliefs that led to his gradual decline from playboy pilot to self-imposed solitude. 15 Gross and shocking facts about Howard Hughes's many obsessions. (n.d.). Retrieved October 17, 2019, from https://www.ranker.com/list/ facts-about-howard-hughes/philgibbons Dittmann, M. (2005, July). Hughes's germ phobia revealed in psychological autopsy. Monitor on Psychology, 36(7). http://www.apa.org/monitor/julaug05/hughes ...
32. Mini: The Mad Gasser of Mattoon
November 07, 2019 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBAlthough not a character out of a Marvel comic, we’ll tell the story of how this super-villain caused mass hysteria and panic throughout an entire town. Bartholomew, R. E. (2001). Little green men, meowing nuns and head-hunting panics: a study of mass psychogenic illness and social delusion. Jefferson: McFarland & Company. Reid, T. R. (1979, September 2). The mad gasser of Mattoon, III. The Washington Post. Retrieved from https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/opinions/ 1979/09/02/the-mad-...
31. John Forbes Nash Jr.: The man behind the beautiful mind
November 04, 2019 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBWe examine the fine line between genius and madness in the life of the famous Nobel Prize winner. Arshad, M., & Fitzgerald, M. (2002, January). Did Nobel Prize winner John Nash have asperger's syndrome and schizophrenia? Retrieved September 24, 2019, from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/276059518DidNobelPrizeWinnerJohnNashhaveAsperger'ssyndromeand_Schizophrenia Barse, M. (2017, July 23). Some schizophrenia patients can cope without medication. Science Nordic. Retrieved from https:...