Savvy Psychologist

Is hypnosis for real or just a lot of hocus pocus? Here's a detailed look at the science behind how hypnosis works, and what it can (and can't) do.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/does-hypnosis-workCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anger, despair, sadness—strong feelings can be hard to cope with. When your mind's a hot mess, your body holds the key to taming your emotional crisis.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/emotional-crisisCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helping someone with anxiety is surprisingly tricky, even if you have the best of intentions. Here are four things to avoid saying or doing if you want to be a supportive friend.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/never-say-anxietyCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Complex childhood trauma is insidious and lingers in the body and mind. Here are three little-known long-term consequences.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/3-symptoms-childhood-traumaCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the office chatterbox driving you to distraction? It's possible to set boundaries and stick to them without being awkward or rude.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/tune-out-office-chatterboxCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Depression may be a mental illness, but your body feels it, too—in your gut, under your skin, and even through your eyes.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/depression-affects-bodyCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does social media use negatively affect mental health? Savvy Psychologist Dr. Jade Wu breaks down the research on how social media is—and isn't—related to depression.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/social-media-depressionCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One-third of college freshmen report experiencing mental health problems. Here's how to take some pressure off so you can not only survive but thrive in college.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/college-mental-healthCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Someone you love is wrestling with suicidal thoughts. What do you do? Dr. Jade Wu's frank and empathetic advice will guide you.Read the full transcript atCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) is all the rage lately. Is it real? Is there something special about people who have it? Savvy Psychologist Dr. Jade Wu explores the science behind this fascinating new phenomenon and provides tips for trying it yourself.Read the full transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/is-asmr-realCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW SAVVY PSYCHOLOGISTOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologistOn Twitter: https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.