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barryseconomicsMar 8, 2026How Social Media Hacks Your Brain: The Profit Motive and Unregulated Psychological Experimentation
PsychologyUnregulated psychological experimentBias blind spotAnchoring effectNudge theory- barryseconomicsFeb 15, 2026
The Neurological Trap of Monster Hunting: How Our Brains Obscure Systemic Failure in the Epstein Scandal
PsychologyDopamine reward systemDorsal striatumNucleus accumbensRetaliatory aggression 
DocSnipesFeb 7, 2026Whole Person Counseling: A Functional Health Approach to Addiction Assessment and Interventions
PsychologyWhole Person RecoveryAddiction (functional definition)ToleranceWithdrawal (Physiological & Psychological)
HealthyGamerGGFeb 4, 2026The Peril of Making Hobbies Your Identity: ADHD, Excitement, and the Search for Self
PsychologyHobby as personality/identityPsychological experiment (Could this be the life that fits me?)Finding your tribeShindle Time (experiential learning)- HealthyGamerGGJan 21, 2026
The Untrained Mind: A Radical Approach to Conquering Procrastination by Disbelieving Its Narratives
Self-DevelopmentProcrastination (emotional type)Procrastination (operational type)Mind-body separationMonolithic mind (misconception) 
ChrisWillxJan 16, 2026Andrew Huberman on the Paradoxical Power of Higher Power in Addiction Recovery and Personal Peace
PsychologyTop-down controlHigher powerAddiction recoverySelf-destruction
hubermanlabJan 12, 2026Overcoming Addiction: Understanding Risks, Genetics, and Effective Strategies with Dr. Keith Humphreys
PsychologyAddiction (scientific definition)Harmful persistenceProgressive narrowing of pleasurePhysical dependence vs. Addiction- hubermanlabJan 12, 2026
Overcoming Addiction: Understanding Risks, Genetics, and Effective Strategies with Dr. Keith Humphreys
PsychologyAddiction (scientific definition)Harmful persistenceProgressive narrowing of pleasurePhysical dependence vs. Addiction - DocSnipesDec 10, 2025
Beyond Willpower: Nervous System Regulation for Addiction and Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)
PsychologyAddictionPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)Neurotransmitter Imbalance - HealthyGamerGGOct 16, 2025
The Dopamine Deficit: How Social Media Platforms Engineer Boredom and How to Reclaim Enjoyment
PsychologyDopamine cravingDopamine withdrawalDopaminergic transmissionNucleus accumbens - hubermanlabOct 6, 2025
The Operator's Blueprint: Building an Unbreakable Mindset and Maximizing Performance Through Structured Routines and Intentional Living
Self-DevelopmentMicro-winsEvening routineMorning routineCompartmentalization - DocSnipesAug 20, 2025
Understanding Family Roles and Dynamics in Addiction and Codependency: The Trauma Triangle and Healing Strategies
PsychologyAddictionCodependencyFamily SystemTrauma Triangle - HealthyGamerGGAug 19, 2025
Challenging the 'Leave Incels Behind' Mentality: A Call for Compassion and Systemic Solutions
PsychologyInceldomNatural Selection (social)Body Dysmorphia (modern)Developmental History - hubermanlabJul 21, 2025
Kratom's Dual Nature: Health Effects, Risks, and Societal Impact of Traditional Use vs. Modern Concentrates
HealthMitragyna speciosa (Kratom)Medicinal chemistryNatural products pharmacologyOpioid system interaction - HealthyGamerGGJun 24, 2025
The Scientific Utility of Dreams: Unlocking Subconscious Information and Emotional Processing
PsychologyDream interpretation (scientific approach)Subconscious information processingEmotional suppressionIntuition (as unprocessed information) - DocSnipesJun 17, 2025
Environmental Strategies to Thrive with Chronic Illness and Addiction
HealthChronic illnessAddictionSystemic inflammationStress response - HealthyGamerGGJun 10, 2025
Why Popular Digital Detoxes Fail and How to Achieve Sustainable Balance with Technology
PsychologyDopamine detox (critique)Social media detox (critique)Addiction psychiatryWithdrawal symptoms - DocSnipesJun 1, 2025
Becoming Resilient: Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Chronic Illness and Addiction
HealthEmotional Health ImprovementChronic Illness AdaptationAddiction RecoveryGrief Process (in chronic conditions) - DocSnipesMay 26, 2025
Thriving in Relationships with Chronic Illness or Addiction: Strategies for Self-Care and Connection
RelationshipsChronic illness (physical and mental)Addiction as a chronic illnessIntrapersonal relationshipsInterpersonal relationships - hubermanlabApr 21, 2025
Overcoming Substance & Behavioral Addictions: Trauma, Distress Tolerance, and Modern Challenges
PsychologyAddiction treatmentTrauma recoverySubstance use disorder (SUD)Behavioral addictions - DocSnipesFeb 1, 2025
Addressing Addiction Challenges and Vulnerabilities in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Settings
HealthPost-acute care (PAC)Long-term care (LTC)Addiction prevalenceOpioid use disorder (OUD) - hubermanlabJan 30, 2025
The Neuroscience of Motivation, Drive, Pleasure, and Pain: Leveraging Dopamine and Serotonin Systems
NeuroscienceMotivationDopamineMesolimbic reward pathwayVentral Tegmental Area (VTA) - DocSnipesJan 23, 2025
Untangling the 10 Pervasive Myths of Addiction Recovery
PsychologyWillpower fallacyPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)Neurobiological changes in addictionRelapse as a learning opportunity - DocSnipesJan 23, 2025
Untangling the 10 Pervasive Myths of Addiction Recovery
PsychologyWillpower fallacyPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)Neurobiological changes in addictionRelapse as a learning opportunity - HealthyGamerGGJan 7, 2025
Overcoming Procrastination: Leveraging Working Memory and Motivational Interviewing to Act Without Willpower
PsychologyProcrastinationWillpowerWorking MemoryPsychological Resistance - DocSnipesDec 22, 2024
Behavior Modification Strategies for Sustainable Addiction Recovery
Self-DevelopmentBehavior modificationAddiction recoveryBackward chainingForward chaining - DocSnipesNov 3, 2024
Revolutionary Mind-Body Strategies for ADHD, Addiction, and Trauma: Addressing Neuroatypicality and Stress Response Dysregulation
PsychologyADHDAddictionTraumaImpulse Control - DocSnipesSep 22, 2024
The Interconnected Impacts of Trauma and Addiction on Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, and Spiritual Well-being
PsychologyAddictionTraumaPIECES of life (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Fight-or-flight response - DocSnipesSep 11, 2024
Uncovering the Power of Total Family Intervention for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyTotal Family Intervention (TFI)InterventionMotivational InterviewingPhases of Change (Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action) - HealthyGamerGGSep 9, 2024
Why You Can't Learn from Mistakes: Harnessing Shame and Effective Counterfactual Thinking
PsychologyCounterfactual thinkingMotivational componentSolo survival emotionsSocial emotions (guilt, shame) - HealthyGamerGGAug 17, 2024
How Loneliness Drives Men to Addiction: The Power of Connection and the Male Loneliness Crisis
PsychologyAddiction (substance use disorders, behavioral addictions)IsolationConnectionNeuroscience of addiction - DocSnipesMay 27, 2024
Becoming an Addiction Counselor: Career Paths, Certification, and State-Specific Requirements
PsychologyAddiction Counselor CertificationCo-occurring DisordersReciprocity (IC&RC)Supervised Clinical Hours - DocSnipesMay 27, 2024
Becoming an Addiction Counselor: Career Paths, Certification, and State-Specific Requirements
PsychologyAddiction Counselor CertificationCo-occurring DisordersReciprocity (IC&RC)Supervised Clinical Hours 
lexfridmanApr 13, 2024Andrew Callaghan: Gonzo Journalism, Psychedelic Aftermath, and the Search for Reality
PsychologyGonzo journalismHallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD)DepersonalizationDerealization- HealthyGamerGGMar 12, 2024
Dr. K's Guide: Raising Healthy Gamers in a Digitally Invasive World
PsychologyDigital invasivenessGaming addictionNeuroscience researchClinical practice (addiction psychiatry) - HealthyGamerGGMar 1, 2024
The Crucial Distinction Between Personality and Identity: Avoiding 'Cringe' in Self-Development
Psychologypersonalityidentitycringeself-development - HealthyGamerGGFeb 19, 2024
The Holistic Path to Overcoming Pornography Addiction: Brain Mechanisms, Emotional Regulation, and Life Transformation
PsychologyAddiction as constant vigilanceDopaminergic signalEmotional regulation techniqueSupernormal stimulus - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2024
Understanding Addiction: Prevalence, Brain Changes, Diagnostic Criteria, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction (as a primary, chronic disease)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)IntoxicationWithdrawal - HealthyGamerGGJan 14, 2024
The Yogic Path to an Easy Life: Overcoming Inertia and Overactivity for Mental Balance
Self-DevelopmentPopulation-based approachIndividual applicationClinical supportGunas (Tamas, Rajas, Sattva) - HealthyGamerGGNov 30, 2023
Overcoming Pornography Addiction: Emotional Regulation, Self-Regulation, and Practical Strategies
PsychologyEmotional regulationAddiction cycleDopamine releaseSupernormal stimulus - HealthyGamerGGNov 24, 2023
The Illusion of Progress: Why Consuming Mental Health Content Isn't Enough for Real Change
Self-DevelopmentFalse sense of well-beingPassive content consumptionBehavioral changeInformation manipulation - DocSnipesOct 23, 2023
Self-Care vs. Pleasurable Procrastination: Differentiating Intent and Impact
Self-DevelopmentSelf-carePleasurable procrastinationTime limitsMotivation - HealthyGamerGGOct 16, 2023
The Science of Self-Control: Why Awareness is Control and How to Boost It
PsychologySelf-controlInternal conflictConflict monitoringAnterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC) - HealthyGamerGGOct 13, 2023
Breaking Free from Simp Addiction: A Psychological Analysis of Supernormal Stimuli and Relationship Dynamics
RelationshipsSimpingSupernormal StimulusAddiction (sexual/emotional)IG Nobel Prize - lexfridmanSep 10, 2023
Walter Isaacson on Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Einstein, Da Vinci: Harnessing Demons, Visual Thinking, and Mission-Driven Innovation
Self-DevelopmentDifficult childhood as a catalystHarnessing demonsPsychological abuseAsperger's - lexfridmanSep 10, 2023
Walter Isaacson on Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Einstein, Da Vinci: Harnessing Demons, Visual Thinking, and Mission-Driven Innovation
Self-DevelopmentDifficult childhood as a catalystHarnessing demonsPsychological abuseAsperger's - HealthyGamerGGSep 8, 2023
Discipline as an Emotion: Cultivating Resolve through Yogic Principles and Modern Neuroscience
Self-DevelopmentDiscipline (as emotion)Resolve (emotion)WillpowerHabit - HealthyGamerGGAug 15, 2023
The Addiction to Improvement: Unpacking Conditional Love and External Validation
Self-DevelopmentAddiction to ImprovementConditional LoveUnconditional LoveExternal Validation - hubermanlabAug 7, 2023
Ketamine: Clinical Benefits, Risks, Mechanisms, and Neuroplasticity for Depression, PTSD, and Suicidality
HealthKetamineDissociative statesK-holeNeuroplasticity - hubermanlabJul 28, 2023
Kratom: Risks, Addiction Potential, and Opioid Mechanisms
HealthKratom (Mitragyna speciosa)Opioid crisisAddictionHabit-forming - DocSnipesJul 11, 2023
Understanding and Addressing Abandonment Fears in Codependency Recovery
PsychologyAbandonment fearsRejection (emotional abandonment)CodependencyAbandonment trauma - HealthyGamerGGJul 11, 2023
The Cognitive Burden of Unfulfilled Dreams: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Future
Self-DevelopmentCognitive loadIncomplete Karma12-step programsAddiction recovery - hubermanlabJul 10, 2023
How Your Brain's Reward Circuits Drive Choices, Plasticity, and Addiction with Dr. Robert Malenka
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticityReward circuitryDopamineNeuromodulators - HealthyGamerGGJul 7, 2023
The Art of Ignoring Yourself: Ancient Wisdom for Impulse Control and Lasting Happiness
Self-DevelopmentImpulse controlSelf-regulationEmotional homeostasisCognitive tasks (discrete) - HealthyGamerGGJun 24, 2023
The Real Reason Your Bad Habits Keep Winning: How Monks Break Habits Through Awareness, Not Willpower
PsychologyWillpowerHabit formationDopamine circuitCannabinoid circuit - HealthyGamerGGMay 4, 2023
The Paradox of Discipline: Why We Struggle to Change When Our Brain Prefers Immediate Gratification
Self-DevelopmentDiscipline ParadoxCost-Benefit Analysis (Brain's)Immediate GratificationDelayed Gratification - HealthyGamerGGApr 23, 2023
The Real Reason You Never Follow Through (And How to Fix It)
Self-DevelopmentWillpowerDisciplineCuriosity (of the mind)Tolerance (to stimuli) - hubermanlabMar 27, 2023
Leveraging Dopamine Dynamics to Overcome Procrastination & Optimize Effort
PsychologyDopamineNeuromodulatorNeuronsNigrostriatal pathway - DocSnipesMar 15, 2023
Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment Overview for Counselors
PsychologyAddiction (ASAM/DSM-5-TR definition)Co-occurring disorders (Comorbid disorders)HPA axis dysregulationMicrobiome alteration - DocSnipesMar 14, 2023
Recovery Strategies for Loved Ones of Individuals with Addiction: Prioritizing Self-Care and Boundaries
RelationshipsAddiction maintenanceCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-informed approachesRich and meaningful life - hubermanlabFeb 24, 2023
Optimizing Dopamine for Sustained Motivation and Performance
Self-DevelopmentMotivationDopamineNeurotransmittersNeural circuits 
DrTraceyMarksNov 23, 2022Debunking 7 Common Myths About ADHD That Perpetuate Stigma
PsychologyADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)StigmaNeurodevelopmental disorderFocus and concentration- HealthyGamerGGNov 7, 2022
Does Rehab Actually Work? A Critical Analysis of Addiction Treatment Centers and Recovery Outcomes
PsychologyAddiction recoveryResidential treatmentPatient brokeringAftercare - HealthyGamerGGNov 3, 2022
Alexithymia 101: Understanding Emotional Color Blindness, Its Origins, and Impact on Motivation, Addiction, and Relationships
PsychologyAlexithymiaEmotional color blindnessInternal emotional stateExternal motivation - DocSnipesOct 23, 2022
Enhancing Self-Efficacy for Sustainable Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologySelf-efficacySelf-confidenceAddiction recoveryMental health recovery - DocSnipesOct 23, 2022
Enhancing Self-Efficacy for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentSelf-efficacyAddiction recoveryMental health recoveryCravings and urges management - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Setting Measurable SMART Goals for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Frequency, Duration, and Intensity
PsychologySMART GoalsMeasurable GoalsGoal SettingFrequency (measurement dimension) - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Specific SMART Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyGoal SettingBehavior ChangeSMART GoalsSelf-esteem - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Achievable Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentSMART goalsBehavior changeAddiction recoveryMental health recovery - HealthyGamerGGOct 14, 2022
Beyond Intellect: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence for Real-World Success and Self-Mastery
PsychologyEmotional Quotient (EQ)Intellectual Quotient (IQ)Emotional AwarenessEmotional Regulation - DocSnipesOct 13, 2022
Increasing Motivation and Readiness for Change: The Preparation Stage in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyStages of Readiness for ChangePreparation StagePre-contemplationContemplation - DocSnipesOct 13, 2022
Increasing Motivation & Readiness for Change: Navigating the Contemplation Stage in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyContemplation (stage of change)Pre-contemplation (stage of change)Readiness for changeMotivation for change - DocSnipesOct 3, 2022
Enhancing Motivation for Change: The P.A.C.E.R. Framework in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
Self-DevelopmentMotivational enhancementP.A.C.E.R. mnemonicPhysical motivationAffective (emotional) motivation - DocSnipesOct 3, 2022
Enhancing Emotional Motivation for Behavior Change: A Five-Question Framework
PsychologyAffective motivationEmotional motivationBehavior changeDysphoric feelings - DocSnipesSep 29, 2022
Disaster Response Tips for Shelter Workers and Counselors: Managing Trauma and Stress After a Hurricane
PsychologyAcute stress reactionTrauma-informed careDistress tolerance skillsMindfulness - DocSnipesSep 25, 2022
An Introduction to Trauma, PTSD, cPTSD, and its Interplay with Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyTraumaPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD)Traumatic Injury - DocSnipesSep 24, 2022
Introduction to Mania and Hypomania: Symptoms, Impact on Recovery, and Relapse Prevention Strategies
PsychologyManiaHypomaniaElevated moodExpansive mood - DocSnipesSep 21, 2022
Introduction to Addictive Behaviors: Defining Addiction, Its Physiological and Psychological Impacts, and Pathways to Recovery
PsychologyAddictionCo-occurring disordersSubstance use disorderBehavioral addiction - DocSnipesSep 21, 2022
Introduction to Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Manual Series: Unit 1 Overview
PsychologyAddictionCo-occurring disordersMental health issuesPhysical health problems in recovery - DocSnipesSep 21, 2022
Introduction to Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment Manual Series: Unit 1 Overview
PsychologyAddictionCo-occurring disordersMental health issuesPhysical health problems in recovery - hubermanlabSep 19, 2022
Nicotine's Nuanced Effects on Brain & Body: Focus, Addiction, and Strategies for Quitting Smoking & Vaping
HealthNicotineVapingSmokingAddiction - HealthyGamerGGSep 5, 2022
Navigating the Subjectivity of Mental Health: Culture, Morality, and the Path to Inner Peace
Psychologymental illnessmental healthcultural accommodationepidemiologic data - hubermanlabAug 31, 2022
Huberman Lab Live Q&A: Optimizing Brain and Body Function for Mental Health, Physical Health, and Performance
HealthTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI)ConcussionHyperbaric Oxygen TherapyEssential Fatty Acids (EPA) 
psychacksAug 26, 2022You've Got to Feel It to Heal It: Processing Emotions for Recovery and Maturation
PsychologyEmotional numbingAddiction recoveryEmotional maturationEmotional processing- DocSnipesAug 11, 2022
Defining Codependency: Distinctions from Healthy Relationships and Origins in Childhood Trauma
PsychologyCodependencyDependencyInterdependenceHealthy Caretaking - HealthyGamerGGAug 10, 2022
The Synergy of Coaching and Therapy for Self-Transformation: A Client's Journey to Recovery and Self-Sufficiency
Self-DevelopmentCoaching vs. TherapySelf-understandingSkill developmentAddiction recovery - DocSnipesAug 4, 2022
Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA): Understanding Traits, Trauma, and Pathways to Recovery
PsychologyAddictionToxic EnvironmentDopaminePleasure Overload - HealthyGamerGGJul 31, 2022
The Hungry Beast: Overcoming Needy Attachment and Fear of Abandonment in Friendships
RelationshipsFear of abandonmentDependencyInsecurityAnxiety cycle - HealthyGamerGGJul 17, 2022
Breaking the Daydream Cycle: Tolerating Negative Emotion, Embracing the Present, and Reinforcing Positive Action
Self-DevelopmentMaladaptive DaydreamingEmotional Coping MechanismNegative ReinforcementPositive Reinforcement - DocSnipesJun 19, 2022
The Addictive Process: Defining Addiction, Brain Changes, Conditioning, and Stages of Recovery
HealthAddiction (ASAM 2019 definition)Chronic medical diseaseNeurochemistryLimbic system - lexfridmanMay 30, 2022
Dan Reynolds on Creativity, Authenticity, Spirituality, and the Complexities of Life
PsychologyAddiction to completionObject-oriented programmingSoundscape (music production)Self-imposed artistic confines - HealthyGamerGGApr 18, 2022
Reclaiming Self-Respect: Navigating Betrayal and Emotional Addiction in Relationships
RelationshipsSelf-respectEmotional needsAddiction to affectionDignity - HealthyGamerGGApr 15, 2022
Navigating a Partner's Job Misery, Anxiety, Substance Use, and Therapy Resistance
PsychologyWork anxietyPanic attacksFeeling trappedFeeling behind in life - DocSnipesApr 6, 2022
Prolonged Grief Disorder in DSM-5-TR: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Nuances
PsychologyProlonged Grief Disorder (PGD)DSM-5-TRDiagnostic criteriaUncomplicated grieving - HealthyGamerGGMar 14, 2022
The Paradox of Self-Transformation: Accepting Disgust to Change Actions
Self-DevelopmentSelf-growthIntrospectionAuthenticitySelf-disgust - HealthyGamerGGMar 14, 2022
The Paradox of Self-Change: Overcoming Disgust Through Acceptance of Actions, Not Identity
PsychologySelf-growthIntrospectionAuthenticitySelf-disgust - DocSnipesJan 26, 2022
Addiction Recovery and Cluster B Disorders: An Attachment-Based, Trauma-Informed Approach
PsychologyAttachment-based trauma-informed lensCluster B personality disordersAddiction as a surrogate secure attachmentUnresolved trauma - HealthyGamerGGJan 17, 2022
How Religion Affects Your Mental Health: Mechanisms, Benefits, and Non-Religious Alternatives
PsychologyMental HealthReligious FaithSpiritual FaithCommon Factors Research - DocSnipesDec 28, 2021
Mental Health and Mental Illness Fundamentals: Neuroscience, Risk, and Protective Factors
PsychologyNeuroscience of mental healthNeuronsNeurotransmittersSynaptic space - HealthyGamerGGNov 16, 2021
Navigating Sibling Limitations and Parental Responsibility in Addressing Autistic Video Game Addiction
PsychologySphere of influenceParentificationDharma (duty)Karma (circumstance/capability) - HealthyGamerGGOct 28, 2021
The Psychological Roots of Online Addiction: How OnlyFans and FinDom Exploit Vulnerabilities and the Power of Validation
PsychologyParasocial relationshipsPsychological vulnerabilitiesNeuroscientific nichesDarwinian selection (market) - HealthyGamerGGOct 15, 2021
A Therapist's Psychoanalysis of Squid Game Characters: Addiction, Trauma, and Attachment
PsychologyPsychoanalysis (colloquial)Psychiatric diagnosisMental illness stigmaGambling addiction 
drekbergOct 8, 2021The Profound Impact of Eliminating Sugar for 30 Days: Metabolic Health, Brain Function, and Addiction Reversal
HealthDisaccharidesPolysaccharides (Starch)GlucoseFructose- HealthyGamerGGOct 7, 2021
Dr. K's Impact: A Community's Gratitude and Testimonials of Personal Transformation
Psychologyaddiction recoveryself-talkmindfulnessself-compassion - HealthyGamerGGOct 3, 2021
The Neuroscience of Gaming Addiction: Why Your Brain Makes Games Not Fun and How to Regain Enjoyment
PsychologyDenial of rewardRandom reinforcement scheduleAddictionDopamine - hubermanlabSep 27, 2021
Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction: Neurobiology and Practical Tools
NeuroscienceDopamineNeuromodulatorNeurotransmitterTonic dopamine release - psychacksSep 25, 2021
Roads Only Go Where They Go: Overcoming Relapse into Bad Habits by Recognizing Predictable Outcomes
PsychologyRelapse preventionCognitive distortionSelf-deceptionBehavioral patterns - hubermanlabSep 20, 2021
The Science and Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics for Mental Disorders with Dr. Matthew Johnson
PsychologyPsychedelic classificationClassic psychedelicsSerotonin 2A receptor agonismNMDA antagonism - HealthyGamerGGSep 16, 2021
Understanding Suicide: Causes, Myths, and Clinical Approaches in a Worsening Mental Health Landscape
PsychologySuicidality as a symptomPsychopathologyMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD)Bipolar Disorder - HealthyGamerGGSep 16, 2021
The Worsening Mental Health Crisis: A Nuanced Look at Suicide's Diverse Causes and Interventions
PsychologySuicidality as a symptomPsychopathologyMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD)Bipolar Disorder - HealthyGamerGGSep 1, 2021
China's Gaming Ban: Symptom or Solution to Youth Disengagement and Addictive Game Design?
PsychologyVideo game addictionYouth disengagementLaying Flat movementNEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) - HealthyGamerGGSep 1, 2021
China's Gaming Ban: Symptom of Societal Unrest or Root Cause of Addiction?
PsychologyVideo game addictionSocietal unrestNEETs (Not in Employment, Education, or Training)Laying Flat movement - HealthyGamerGGAug 21, 2021
What Nobody Understands About Motivation: Trait vs. State and the Motivational Bank
PsychologyMotivation as a stateMotivation as a traitFive Factor ModelConscientiousness - HealthyGamerGGJul 24, 2021
The Paradox of Acceptance: Why Accepting Yourself is the First Step to Change and Debugging Your Mind
PsychologySelf-acceptancePersonal changeSocietal conditioningAddiction recovery - HealthyGamerGGJul 3, 2021
The Crucial Step Missed in Habit Change: Observing Negative Emotions Without Giving In
Self-DevelopmentNegative emotion toleranceAction blockageMental frictionDopamine reward system - HealthyGamerGGJun 13, 2021
Understanding and Managing Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts
PsychologyIntrusive thoughtsEgo-dystonic thoughtsThought-generating machine (mind)Moral responsibility (for actions) - DocSnipesMay 15, 2021
Environmental Safety and Case Management for Individuals with Cognitive Impairment, Mental Illness, and Addictions
HealthEnvironmental safety assessmentCondition-specific checklistCognitive impairmentSevere and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) - HealthyGamerGGApr 6, 2021
Addressing Emotional Numbness and Alexithymia: Overcoming Suppressed Emotions and Maladaptive Coping Mechanisms
PsychologyAlexithymiaEmotional suppressionEmotional numbnessClinical depression - HealthyGamerGGJan 14, 2021
From Craving Chaos to Chasing the Dragon: Train's Journey Through College Substance Use and Addiction
PsychologySubstance Use DisorderAddictionDenial (in addiction)Chasing the Dragon (addiction metaphor) - lexfridmanDec 14, 2020
Matthew Johnson on Psychedelics: Classification, Effects, Safety, and Potential for Mental Flexibility and Innovation
PsychologyClassic psychedelicsSerotonin 2A receptor agonistsPharmacological activityNeurotransmission - DocSnipesNov 20, 2020
Gaslighting 101: Understanding, Identifying, and Recovering from Emotional Abuse
PsychologyGaslightingEmotional abuseManipulationAntisocial personality disorder - HealthyGamerGGOct 27, 2020
Unblocking Motivation: How Resolving Past Burdens Frees Your Present Drive
Self-DevelopmentBlocked motivationKarmic tiesSpiritual drainOverwhelm paralysis - DrTraceyMarksOct 21, 2020
Debunking the Myth: Antidepressants, Addiction, Dependence, and Withdrawal Explained
HealthAddictionPhysiological tolerancePsychological dependenceBenzodiazepines - DocSnipesOct 15, 2020
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Addiction: Overlap, Neurobiology, and Integrated Interventions
PsychologyObsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)AddictionImpulse Control Disorders - DocSnipesSep 19, 2020
Complementary Interventions in Addiction Treatment: Exploring Non-Traditional and Adjunctive Therapies
PsychologyComplementary interventionsAddiction treatmentNeurotransmitter rebalancingPsychopharmacology limitations - HealthyGamerGGSep 3, 2020
The Psychology of Compulsion, Guilt, and Nostalgia: An Interview with MoistCr1TiKaL
PsychologyAddictionCompulsionPreoccupationImpairment of Function - HealthyGamerGGJul 28, 2020
Rethinking Mental Illness: Suicidality, Addiction, and Neurodiversity Beyond Traditional Frameworks
PsychologyAutonomySuicidalityCognitive impairmentMedically assisted suicide - HealthyGamerGGJul 3, 2020
Processing Intergenerational Trauma, Emotional Debt, and the Path to Forgiveness with Kaceytron
PsychologyEmotional suppressionTrauma processingCaregiver burdenAddiction relapse - HealthyGamerGGMay 26, 2020
Understanding Cheating, Trauma, and Emotional Avoidance: A Deep Dive with Katerino
PsychologyDefense mechanism (humor)DepersonalizationAutopilot livingEmotional processing - HealthyGamerGGMay 21, 2020
Understanding Lying: Control, Consequences, and Creating Safety for Truth
PsychologyControl (as the root of lying)Consequences (of actions/truths)Consequence avoidanceDamage resistance (resilience to consequences) - HealthyGamerGGMay 7, 2020
Dyrus's Journey Through Gaming Burnout, Identity Crisis, and Emotional Suppression
PsychologyGaming burnoutProfessional gaming careerMeta changes (League of Legends)Funneling strategy - HealthyGamerGGJan 14, 2020
The Transformative Power of Dharma: Embracing Responsibility and Purpose to Overcome Suffering and Drive Growth
PsychologyDharma (duty/responsibility)Summit SyndromeCognitive BiasProgress and Growth (as painful) 
NewEconomicThinkingNov 13, 2019Big Tech's Transformation: From Utopia to Dystopia, Monopoly, and Surveillance Capitalism
TechnologyLibertarianism in Big TechSupra-national companiesDigital transformationConsumer Internet- DocSnipesNov 8, 2019
Addiction Case Study: Applying a Holistic Method for Involuntary Clients on Probation
PsychologyPACER method (implied)Addiction case studyInvoluntary clientsPre-contemplation stage of change - DrTraceyMarksOct 23, 2019
Benzodiazepine Dependence and Withdrawal: Understanding Risks and Safe Use
HealthBenzodiazepines (Benzos)GABA receptorsSedative effectAnxiolytic - HealthyGamerGGOct 8, 2019
The Paradox of Escapism: How Video Game Addiction Stunts Learning and Behavioral Change
PsychologyBehavioral changeLearning circuitryEmotional circuitryNegative emotions - HealthyGamerGGApr 11, 2019
Why a Psychiatrist Specializes in Video Game Addiction: A Personal and Professional Journey
PsychologyVideo game addictionAddiction psychiatryCo-occurring disordersMisdiagnosis - HealthyGamerGGApr 1, 2019
Gender Breakdown and Nuances of Video Game and Internet Addiction
PsychologyGender breakdownVideo game addictionInternet-related addictionsSocial media addiction - HealthyGamerGGJan 26, 2019
The Need for a Competing Interest: Overcoming Addiction by Replacing, Not Just Stopping
PsychologyCompeting InterestAddictionVideo Game AddictionMotivation - DocSnipesDec 20, 2018
Intersections of Problem Gambling, Mental Health, Trauma, and Stigma: Counseling Skills
PsychologyPost-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSD)Pathological gamblingAnti-reward processBipolar disorder (Bipolar I, manic episode) - DocSnipesAug 2, 2018
SAMHSA TIP 42 Part 3: Guiding Principles and Core Components for Treating Co-Occurring Disorders
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersSAMHSA TIP 42Recovery perspectiveMulti-problem viewpoint - DocSnipesJul 20, 2018
Mental Health and Mental Illness Fundamentals Part 1: Neuroscience, Manifestation, and Protective Factors
PsychologyNeuroscience of mental healthNeurotransmittersSynaptic transmissionPrefrontal cortex - DocSnipesJul 12, 2018
Comprehensive Therapeutic Approaches and Family Engagement in Addiction Counseling
PsychologyTherapeutic approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Operant conditioningFunctional analysis of behaviors - DocSnipesJun 22, 2018
Treatment Planning with MATRS and ASI: Individualized Care for Addiction Recovery
PsychologyMATRS goals (Measurable, Attainable, Time-limited, Realistic, Specific/Relevant)Addiction Severity Index (ASI)Biopsychosocial assessmentProgram-driven treatment planning - DocSnipesJun 14, 2018
Men's Mental Health: Understanding Anger, Anxiety, Depression, and Pathways to Well-being
PsychologyMental-Physical Health InterconnectionFight-or-Flight ResponsePerceived ThreatEmotional Suppression - DocSnipesMay 14, 2018
Models of Co-Occurring Mental Health and Addiction Treatment: Settings, Levels of Care, and Practical Approaches
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersAddiction treatmentMental health issuesLevels of care - DocSnipesMar 17, 2018
Introduction to Addressing Sex and Pornography Addiction: Understanding Mechanisms and Interventions
PsychologyCompulsive behaviorClinically significant distressDopamine rushNeurotransmitter - DocSnipesDec 30, 2017
Relapse Prevention Behavior Change Strategies for Addiction and Mental Health Counseling
PsychologyRelapse preventionBehavior change strategiesAddiction counselingMental health counseling - DocSnipesSep 29, 2017
Cultivating Happiness Habits: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Well-being and Addiction Recovery
PsychologyHappiness HabitsCognitive Behavioral StrategiesAddiction RecoveryMood Issues - DocSnipesJul 21, 2017
A Strengths-Based Biopsychosocial Approach to Recovery from Personality Disorders and Addictions
PsychologyStrengths-based approachBiopsychosocial perspectivePersonality disorders (PDs)Addictions - DocSnipesJun 22, 2017
Improving Cultural Competence in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Navigating Culture Shifts
PsychologyCultural Competence ContinuumAcculturation into RecoveryRecovery CultureAddiction Culture - DocSnipesMar 1, 2017
Comprehensive Transactional Assessment for Co-occurring Mental Health and Addiction Issues
PsychologyScreeningAssessmentTransactional AssessmentCo-occurring Disorders - DocSnipesJan 16, 2017
Opiates: Understanding Endogenous Opioids, Addiction, Overdose Risks, and Treatment Pathways
HealthEndogenous opioidsMu opioid receptorDopamine systemGABA system - DocSnipesDec 12, 2016
Overcoming Relationship Saboteurs: Nurturing Connection and Building Empathy
RelationshipsRelationship saboteursSocial supportInsecurityNeedy control - DocSnipesAug 30, 2016
Exploring Diverse Self-Help and Support Group Models for Recovery and Personal Growth
Self-Development12 StepsAddiction recoveryHigher Power (of our understanding)Good Orderly Direction (GOD) - DocSnipesAug 30, 2016
Unleashing Multidisciplinary Resources for Holistic Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
HealthRecovery coachingMultidisciplinary resourcesMental health treatmentAddiction treatment - DocSnipesMay 18, 2016
Codependency and the Addiction Recovery Process: Understanding Dysfunctional Relationships and Paths to Self-Validation
RelationshipsCodependencyAddiction recovery processSelf-validationFear of abandonment - DocSnipesApr 22, 2016
Revealing the Dynamics of Addiction and Criminal Behavior: Parallels, Reintegration, and Recidivism
PsychologyAddiction dynamicsCriminal behaviorRecidivismDrug-defined offenses - DocSnipesFeb 4, 2016
Overview of Behavioral Addictions: Defining, Understanding Causes, Progression, and Initial Treatment Strategies
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsAddiction as a Survival MechanismLife on Life's Terms - DocSnipesApr 16, 2015
Journey to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
HealthAddiction recoveryMental health problemsCo-occurring disordersBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesNov 21, 2013
Addiction and Co-occurring Disorders: Treatment Overview, Symptoms, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction definitionCo-occurring disordersChemical addictionsBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesOct 23, 2013
Families in Recovery: Understanding Addiction, Stages, and Systemic Support
PsychologyAddiction as a medical disorderHomeostasis (physical response to addiction)Craving and compulsionExhaustion of coping skills - DocSnipesOct 23, 2013
Families in Recovery: Understanding Addiction, Stages, and Systemic Support
PsychologyAddiction as a medical disorderHomeostasis (physical response to addiction)Craving and compulsionExhaustion of coping skills - DocSnipesOct 22, 2013
Neurobiological Foundations of Addiction: Triggers, Cravings, and Recovery Pathways for Counselors
PsychologyLimbic systemReward centerDopamine releasePrefrontal cortex (PFC) - DocSnipesOct 3, 2012
Navigating Addiction Counselor Certification: State Requirements, Training, and Career Pathways
HealthAddictions counseling certificationState-specific requirementsLicensureCertification bodies - DocSnipesOct 3, 2012
Navigating Addiction Counselor Certification: State Requirements, Training, and Career Pathways
HealthAddictions counseling certificationState-specific requirementsLicensureCertification bodies - DocSnipesAug 6, 2012
Addictions: Definitions, Progression, Characteristics, and Recovery Principles
PsychologyAddiction DefinitionSubstance AbuseSubstance DependenceTolerance - drekbergSep 1, 2011
The Brain, Ego, and Happiness: Understanding Stress and Cultivating Presence
PsychologyNeural networksBrain developmentEmotional stressEgo (Eckhart Tolle's definition) - hubermanlab
Dopamine, Addiction, and Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence with Dr. Anna Lembke
PsychologyDopamineNeurotransmitterReward pathwayTonic baseline dopamine release - psychacks
The Overrated Nature of Insight: Why Action Trumps Understanding in Problem Solving
PsychologyInsight (psychology)Problem-solvingBehavioral changeAddiction recovery - psychacks
The Individual's Bottom: Agency in Addiction and Personal Change
PsychologyHitting BottomAddiction RecoveryPersonal AgencySelf-Determination - hubermanlab
Understanding and Healing Trauma: A Holistic Approach to Life's Challenges with Dr. Paul Conti
PsychologyTrauma (clinical definition)Coping skillsBrain function changesHypervigilance
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