Ever wondered why smart, self-aware people still get stuck in toxic relationships? In this episode, Doug and Kendall pull back the curtain on the psychology of staying vs. leaving. We break down the science behind why our brains confuse chaos for connection — from attachment theory and intermittent reinforcement to trauma bonds that feel a lot like addiction. You’ll hear why love can mimic withdrawal, how the sunk-cost fallacy keeps us trapped (“I’ve already put too much into this”), and why ...
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Ever wondered why smart, self-aware people still get stuck in toxic relationships? In this episode, Doug and Kendall pull back the curtain on the psychology of staying vs. leaving. We break down the science behind why our brains confuse chaos for connection — from attachment theory and intermittent reinforcement to trauma bonds that feel a lot like addiction. You’ll hear why love can mimic withdrawal, how the sunk-cost fallacy keeps us trapped (“I’ve already put too much into this”), and why ...
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall How politics and news affect mental health
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
35 minutes
2 months ago
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall How politics and news affect mental health
1The 24-hour news cycle isn’t just keeping us informed—it’s shaping our emotions, our stress levels, and even our worldview. In this episode of Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall, we take a hard, honest look at the psychological toll of living in a constant stream of political headlines, breaking news, and social media commentary. We explore how information overload can lead to anxiety, burnout, and hopelessness—and why the human brain is wired to fixate on threat-based stories. From doom...
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
Ever wondered why smart, self-aware people still get stuck in toxic relationships? In this episode, Doug and Kendall pull back the curtain on the psychology of staying vs. leaving. We break down the science behind why our brains confuse chaos for connection — from attachment theory and intermittent reinforcement to trauma bonds that feel a lot like addiction. You’ll hear why love can mimic withdrawal, how the sunk-cost fallacy keeps us trapped (“I’ve already put too much into this”), and why ...
