On today's episode, join me for an in-depth discussion about the symptoms of depression, the different types of depression, how anxiety and depression go hand in hand, and some of the best ways to combat it.
Robert Sapolsky: The Biology and Psychology of Depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzUXcBTQXKM
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350 | How Anxiety Circuits Hijack Your Brain | And What To Do
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349 | Healing Trauma and Building A Better Life | Dana Hargus
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348 | Why You Can’t Stop Checking Your Body (Health Anxiety Explained)
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Overcoming Depression: Causes, Interventions, Mindfulness, and Depressed Mood
Dr. Hanson and Forrest continue their exploration of depression and depressed mood with an episode focused on some of the tactics and strategies people can use, both in their own mind and out in the world, to help manage, and even overcome, a depressed mood. Depression and depres ... Show More
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Get 20% off my Substack here. A solo episode this week, sharing my experience of depression, the surprising function of intrusive thoughts and the heavy bag we carry. Order yourself (or for a friend) a copy of my new book, Everything I Wish I'd Known About Anxiety: A Roadmap out ... Show More
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How to Get Rid of Depression
<p>Episode 558 - This may be one of the most important episodes that I haver ever made. According to the news, depression is on the rise but also according to the news, 61% of people diagnosed with depression are misdiagnosed. So what is it that everyone has? Well, that is what I ... Show More
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Essentials: Understanding & Conquering Depression
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