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Psych Up Live
Psych Up Live turns up your psychological perspective on life issues. With a wide variety of guests, Host Suzanne Phillips passes forward the latest in books, findings, and information relevant to your life and the world you live in. She explores topics as varied as family relationships, binge eating and violence on campus. In a conversational style, Suzanne and her guests translate the latest in psychology to exemplify ways of coping with child rearing, divorce, medical diagnosis, campus…
Episodes
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The Psychological Impact of Zero Tolerance: Fear, Loss, Hope
In an earlier show on Psych Up Live, Law Professor Sarah Rogerson discussed the legal ramifications of the Immigration Crisis. In this show, Dr. Hawthorne…
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Todays Teenage Girls - Challenges, Needs, Fears and Joys
This episode looks closely at today's adolescent girls. Guests, Dr. Mary Pipher and Sara Pipher Gilliam draw upon their new updated version of Reviving…
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Update on The Immigration Crisis - Whats Really Going On?
Regardless of political perspective, it is difficult for anyone to grasp the reality or the implications of the Immigration Crisis today. Are there any routes…
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Dr. Grossmark: The Role of The Unobtrusive Relational Analyst
Whether you are a seasoned psychoanalyst, group therapist or someone interested in how and why psychoanalysis works and how psychoanalytic thinking has…
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Shame: Free Yourself, Find Joy and Build True Self-Esteem
When we consider the definition of shame we often compare it to Guilt. Commonly, it is thought that we feel guilt for something we have done that is…
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Building Resilience in Teens: Goals and Activities
Despite the incredible access to information and opportunities available to teens in this culture, it is a difficult time for most. In 2019 alone, there were…
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The Tantrum Survival Guide: Love, Sanity and Parenting
If you are lucky enough to be the parent, teacher, babysitter or grandparent of a "little one"- you must hear this show. In it, psychologist, Dr. Rebecca…
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Mutual Rescue: The Benefits When People and Pets Adopt Each Other
In this show, Carol Novello, founder of Mutual Rescue™ and author of the new book, "Mutual Rescue: How Adopting a Homeless Animal Can Save You, Too" shares her…
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Protecting Yourself from Emotional Predators
Few of us have been spared relationships with emotional predators – The neighbor who wanted to share everything only to spread rumors; the boss who praised…
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Tell Your Children about the Dangers of Todays Marijuana
While the choice of using marijuana is personal and legalization is likely moving forward, Alex Berenson, former New York Times reporter, invites you to…
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The Reasons We All Fall For Fake News
Regardless, of gender, age, or political persuasion, we all fall for fake news. Not You? Listen in as MIT trained science writer, Matthew Hutson, discusses how…
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Conquer Trauma: An Online Course Offers a Healing Journey
In this show, Savannah Sanders M.S., author of Sex Trafficking Prevention: A Trauma-Informed Approach for Parents and Professionals shares her experience of…
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The 27 Wrong Reasons Society Blames You for Being Single
This show is a tribute to all singles who would like to be in a relationship but have not yet found the right person. Guest Sara Eckel, author and well known…
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Postpartum Depression Misunderstood and Overlooked
Postpartem Depression is suffered by 20% of women; but it is misunderstood and overlooked by many new mothers who suffer, as well as those who love them. In…
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The Relationship Between Suicide Prevention and Gun Safety
In this episode, Dr. Michael Anestis, clinical psychologist, and award winning researcher discusses his powerful book, Guns and Suicide: An American Epidemic…
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Taking Revenge A Better Way
There are few people who have been injured or wronged by another who don't think about and want to mollify their psychic pain with revenge. In this episode…
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Can a Parent Help Their Child or Teen With Overeating?
Childhood and teen obesity has grown to epidemic proportions in the US. In this episode, Dr. Maidenberg draws upon her new book "Free Your Child From…
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Grief Doesn't Take a Holiday: Helping Families and Children Cope
In this show Connie Palmer, the Clinical Training Director of Imagine, a Center for Coping with Loss, addresses the reality that "Grief doesn't take a…
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'Almost Sunrise': A Journey to Heal the Moral Injuries of War
"Almost Sunrise" is a compelling documentary which follows two Iraq veterans, Tom Voss and Anthony Anderson, both tormented by the scars of moral injury and…
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Embracing Life After Cancer: An Unplanned Journey
This episode is about facing a life-threatening illness. It reveals the ups, the downs, the feared, the unexpected and the possibilities for enjoying life. In…
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The Immigration Crisis: An Attorney's Insider Perspective
The Immigration Crisis continues. Undocumented people are deported, thousands of children remain in detention type settings, families have been separated and…
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The Power of Play - Why Pediatricians Are Prescribing It!
Is your child playing enough? In this show Dr. Michael Yogman, pediatrician and lead author of, "The Power of Play: A Pediatric Role in Enhancing Development…
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Owning Bipolar Disorder - A Guide for Patients and Family
In this show Michael Pipich, MS,LMFT, therapist and national speaker on Bipolar Disorder, draws upon his new book, Owning Bipolar: How Patients and Families…
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Can We Change Bullies to Buddies?
Bullying impacts millions of children, parents, and individuals in our schools and communities. Given that bullying and being bullied can leave life long…
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Making Mindful Self-Compassion Work for You
Dr. Kristen Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer, renowned experts in self-compassion and mindfulness, have just released a new book, The Mindful Self-Compassion…
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Giving Sexual Consent-Lessons to Learn
In a #metoo culture that has given voice to denied sexual abuse and misconduct, and at a time when campus sexual violence continues to be a tragic reality, the…
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'Recovery from Bullying: An Insider's Journey and Mission'
Anti-bullying sites report that bullying has become an epidemic. One in 7 students K – 12, bully or are a victim of bullying. 75% of school shootings are…
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Stealth Predators: Recognizing Them and Protecting Ourselves
In this episode Wendy L. Patrick JD, author, speaker and trial attorney introduces us to 'The Stealth Predator.' As described in her article in Psychology…
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Surviving Bipolar Disorder: Wisdom from Two Bipolar Chicks
In this episode, Wendy Williamson and Honora Rose, co-authors of Two Bipolar Chicks Guide to Survival: Tips for Living with Bipolar Disorder, dispel the myths…
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Treatment for Sexual Offenders: How Available and Effective?
While there is an ever increasing number of people who have been identified in this #metoo culture for sexual abuse, harassment or gender violence, we rarely…
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Gossip: Is it a Character Flaw or a Social Skill?
Few people want to be called a Gossip" but most people can't resist hearing a juicy story about a friend, celebrity or co-worker. Why? What is it about…
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Are You in Love or Trapped in a Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome?
In this episode, Ross Rosenberg, psychotherapist and author of The Human Magnet Syndrome: The Co-dependent Narcissist Trap, draws upon his experience and…
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Treating Eating Disorders: When Words Fail and Bodies Speak
According to The National Eating Disorder Association's Statistics, up to 70 million people worldwide suffer from an eating disorder. In this show, Dr. Tom…
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Are Gender Role Stereotypes Crippling Your Love Life?
In this show, Ken Page, LCSW, psychotherapist and author of the bestseller, Deeper Dating: How to Drop the Games of Seduction and Discover the Power of…
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Parents Building Connections with Kids on the Autism Spectrum
From the time I heard Dr. Hull discuss his work with children and adolescents diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) and High Functioning Autism (HFS), I…
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Say it Forward - Stories Can Heal and Inspire
In this episode, guest Sharon Kathryn D'Agostino shares SayItForward.org and the powerful meaning of storytelling. A passionate advocate for the health…
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Healing to Action: A Movement to Overcome Gender Violence
While the #metoo culture has rallied women in every work situation, there a many women working in factories, farms, or are employed as caregivers and domestic…
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The Portable Calm: Changing the Brain, Building Resilience
In this episode, Gaea Logan, Executive Director and Founder of the International Center for Mental Health and Human Rights, brings her expertise and experience…
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A Story of Ending Porn Addiction and Starting Reboot Nation
Building on an earlier show on Psych Up Live " Porn on the Brain" with Gary Wilson, this show features Gabe Deem who shares his personal story of Internet Porn…
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Understanding and Overcoming Binge Eating
In this show Jennie Kramer, LCSW-R draws upon her experience in treating all forms of eating disorders and her co-authored book, Overcoming Binge Eating for…
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Your Brain on Porn: Understanding Internet Porn Addiction
In this show Gary Wilson, presenter of the popular TEDx talk 'The Great Porn Experiment,' and author of Your Brain on Porn, addresses the ever-increasing…
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Broadway's Come From Away- A Chat with Producer and Cast Member
A wonderful example of the spirit of giving for the Holiday Season is the message of the Hit Broadway Musical "Come From Away." For this episode, Host Suzanne…
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'Understanding and Increasing Female Sexual Desire'
In this show Dr. Lori Brotto, Executive Director of the Women's Health Research Institute of British Columbia and the University of British Columbia's Sexual…
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Violence: A Contagious Disease that Can Be Cured
In this show, Dr. Gary Slutkin world known epidemiologist, senior advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO) and founder of Cure Violence, the organization…
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The Proven Benefits of Self-Compassion in Daily Life
In this episode Dr. Kristin Neff, widely recognized as one of the world's leading experts on self-compassion, draws upon her personal introduction to…
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Running With Mindfulness
In this episode, William Pullen, psychotherapist, author and runner, captures the therapeutic power of movement. Drawing upon his interactive workbook, Running…
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Living Well with Migraine
In this show Dr. Dawn Buse, Director of Behavioral Medicine for the Montefiore Headache Center and Associate Professor of Neurology at Albert Einstein College…
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'Understanding and Treating Insomnia'
If you are someone who struggles with falling asleep or staying asleep – you are not alone. An estimated 164 million Americans (68%) reported struggling with…
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Couples and Their Couple Friendships
In this episode, Dr. Geoffrey Greif, discusses, Two Plus Two: Couples and their Couple Relationships, a book he co-authored with Dr. Kathleen Holtz Deal, which…
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Mindful Aging: A Radically Different Outlook for Embracing Life
In this episode Dr. Andrea Brandt, psychologist and author draws upon her latest book, Mindful Aging: Embracing Your Life After 50 to Find Fulfillment…
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Dispel the Diet Myths for Successful Weight Loss
An estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet each year. Americans spend $33 billion each year on weight loss products. With all of this effort and money…
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Why Women Bully Women in the Workplace
In this episode, Olga Khazan award winning writer for The Atlantic, draws upon her powerful article in the September 2017 Issue, "The Queen Bee in the Corner…
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Meet the Director And Cast Members of 'The Sex Myth- A Devised Play'
In 2015, Rachel Hills, the author of The Sex Myth was a guest on Psych Up Live. Her book has been translated into a devised play opening August 2017 in NY…
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Fertility Challenges, Choices and Possibilities
The difficulty conceiving a child can pose physical and psychological challenges for women and men. The goal of this show is to help eliminate any stigma…
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Sexual Trafficking: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Prevention and Healing
This episode offers an insider look at Sex Trafficking as the backdrop for an important discussion of the unrecognized traumatic events that are carried by the…
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Are You Always On? Living in A Connected World
In this show, Distinguished Professor of Business, Dr. Joel Evans draws upon his expertise in marketing and social media to invite us to reflect on living in a…
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The Power of Children's Books To Address Fears and Feelings
In this episode Dr. Frank Sileo, award winning children's author and psychologist, identifies common childhood challenges and feelings and discusses the power…
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The Importance of Understanding the Power Paradox
We live in a time when an understanding of power and the abuse of power has tremendous importance. In this show, Dr. Dacher Keltner, psychologist, Faculty…
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Not Broken: Addressing Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Miscarriages are more common than most people realize. They can occur in as many as one in four women in their lifetime. Miscarriages are the hidden losses…
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'13 Reasons Why' : What is the Impact of Media on Teen Suicide?
In this episode, Dr. Serani, psychologist, author and depression expert and Dr. Owens, cognitive psychologist with expertise in suicide prevention, discuss the…