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Psychobabble

Hannah Spier, MD
Mental Health
Mental Load
Working Mothers
Therapy
Family Dynamics
Resentment
Psychiatric Medications
Spirituality
Feminism
Gender Roles
Psychological Health
Long-Term Psychiatric Outcomes
Psychedelic Therapy
Psilocybin
DMT
Emotional Labor
Domestic Chores
Divorce Rates
Informed Consent In Psychiatry
Addiction

Psychiatrist analyzing how cultural trends and modern therapy incentivize dysfunction. hannahspier.substack.com

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Borderline Personality Disorder is routinely explained as trauma response. In this episode, I look at the evidence behind that assumption. It matters because bad causal stories produce bad therapy.

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This isn't about calling women "crazy." It’s about recognizing the strategy behind the "aura" and the patterns of behavior that society often fails to warn men about. As a mother of two sons, I am seeing these dynamics play out more than ever, and it... more

Are we misdiagnosing female predators as "patients"?In this video, I explore a provocative but clinically grounded theory: that Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is often the female expression of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). While we h... more

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Recent Guests

Janice Fiamengo
Retired English professor, author of Sons of Feminism
Substack presence (Janice Fiamengo)
Episode: #59. Girl Rotting, Heterofatalism & “Decentering Men”
Tom Golden
Host of Men Are Good, therapist
Substack/Men Are Good
Episode: #59. Girl Rotting, Heterofatalism & “Decentering Men”
Jim Nuzzo
Researcher
The Nuzzo Letter
Episode: #59. Girl Rotting, Heterofatalism & “Decentering Men”
Rob Henderson
American political commentator, author, and Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge
Manhattan Institute
Episode: Female Luxury Beliefs with Rob Henderson
Noelle Mering
Fellow at the Ethics of Public Policy Center and author of several books including 'Theology of Home' and 'Awake, Not Woke'.
Ethics of Public Policy Center
Episode: How Therapy Culture Is Destroying Families
Dr. J.D. Haltigan
PhD in developmental psychology and researcher in evolutionary psychopathology.
Episode: Psychology’s Leftward Drift with Dr. J.D. Haltigan
Katy Faust
President and founder of Them Before Us, a global children's rights movement
Them Before Us
Episode: Same-Sex Parenting, Surrogacy and the Child's Voice
Dr. Iain McGilchrist
Renowned psychiatrist and author known for his work on the divided brain.
Author of The Master and His Emissary and The Matter With Things
Episode: Hemispheres and the Rise of the Medical Administrative Complex
Bettina Arndt
A men's rights activist and critic of the modern domestic violence narrative.
Episode: False Accusations with Bettina Arndt

Host

Hannah Spear
Host and Medical Doctor with a background in psychiatry, who analyzes how cultural trends and modern therapy impact psychological well-being.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Refreshing

    Completely necessary antidote to the overwhelming abundance of narcissism in our cultures.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olihtn
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • So important!

    This podcast is (alongside Tammy Petersons podcast and Rachel Bernstein’s “IndoctriNation” podcast one of the most important out there in the “women-verse”.

    The episode on Princesses was my first listen and I’m baffled hearing my own thoughts and feelings expressed so clearly.

    Psychobabble is truly a new “virtual friend”, can’t wait to dive into this. (also a very cool name).

    For some reason, though I don’t lack close friends sadly I don’t really have any relations to share this with, I’m a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frk.papaya
    Denmarka year ago
  • Absolute gem - Insightful topics and passionate hosts!

    Each episode offers just the right amount of depth into trending and important topics. I have learned new facts and gained new perspectives by listening to this podcast. Thank you for providing such a wonderful listening experience. Definitely a 5 star pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elli_zhr
    Switzerland3 years ago

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Many find the hosts' perspectives refreshingly candid and challenging to conventional narratives around feminism and psychological diagnoses.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its insightful analysis of modern cultural trends and their effects on mental health.
The engaging discussions provide thought-provoking content that encourages deeper reflection on personal and societal issues.

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Psychology’s Leftward Drift with Dr. J.D. Haltigan
Q: What do you think the turning point was for ideological capture in psychology?
Dr. Haltigan shares his observations starting from 2013-2016, noting a significant shift in academia's focus towards social justice and away from traditional psychological understanding.
Psychology’s Leftward Drift with Dr. J.D. Haltigan
Q: Can you tell us about your background and your take on the psychology becoming this engine for ideology?
Dr. Haltigan explains his academic journey and how he shifted from focusing on attachment and psychopathology to evolutionary perspectives, highlighting the growing ideological influence in mental health research.
Hemispheres and the Rise of the Medical Administrative Complex
Q: How do you see the current mental health crisis playing out in psychiatry?
The focus on acute symptoms often leads to missing deeper issues like character and personality disorders, which Dr. McGilchrist believes are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Hemispheres and the Rise of the Medical Administrative Complex
Q: What are the common misconceptions about the hemispheres of the brain?
Many people still follow outdated ideas about fixed functions of the brain hemispheres, believing that the left hemisphere is purely logical and the right is merely creative, which Dr. McGilchrist argues is a misunderstanding.
Unspoken Realities Of Psychiatric Medications: Risks, Withdrawal and Recovery
Q: How do you recommend approaching tapering from benzodiazepines?
The same methodology as SSRIs; converting to liquid allows for gradual and precise reducing of dosage.

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What is Psychobabble about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides an engaging exploration of the intersections between modern therapy, cultural trends, and psychological dysfunction. Each episode features in-depth discussions analyzing how various societal narratives and ideologies can contribute to unhealthy behaviors and emotional challenges, particularly focusing on contemporary issues related to mental health and gender dynamics. The content often critiques mainstream narratives surrounding feminism, parental alienation, narcissism, and societal expectations, offering a unique perspective that contrasts with more widely accepted views. Additionally, the host's background in psychiatry adds credibility to the analyses, providing listeners with thought-provoking insights into psych... more

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