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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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Recognizing The Impact of Non-Physical Violence in our Daily Lives
Against a backdrop of ongoing reports of terrorism, violence, physical brutality and sexual assault, Dr. Bob Klein and Vic Schermer ask us to consider the…
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The Story of a Transgender Marriage: When a Husband Became a Wife
We are all aware through movies, series and the sensational lives of celebrities of the transitions made by transgender men and women. The increased media…
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Understanding and Healing Sexually Betrayed Boys and Men
In this episode, Dr. Richard Gartner, nationally recognized expert in male sexual abuse draws upon his many books including his two new edited books…
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Child Custody and Domestic Violence: Are the Courts Protecting Kids?
Consider a custody case that involves domestic abuse and children. Is it possible that a protective parent could lose custody of their child to a named abuser?…
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'How to Identify and Heal Intergenerational Trauma'
All of us own a life story that reflects a legacy of events we have received from the generations before us and that we will pass on to future generations. In…
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The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking - Why We Need Irrational Beliefs
Have you ever knocked on wood, disliked someone because of his name, or bought an object owned by a famous person? This episode will surprise and inform you…
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When is Divorce the Best Decision?
There is nothing easy about divorce and despite the statistics, it is a journey that most people don't want to take. In this episode, Audrey Cade, author of…
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Not Exactly Love: A Memoir of Domestic Violence
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people per minute in the U.S. are physically abused by an intimate partner. Our guest…
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It is Never Too Late To Change!
In this episode, Tom Matt, author and acclaimed radio host of Bommer's Rock on six Michigan radio stations, draws upon his own battle with drugs and alcohol…
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The Available Parent - Maximize the Relationship with Your Teen or Tween
In this Episode, Dr. John Duffy, the author of the best selling book, The Available Parent: Expert Advice for Raising Successful and Resilient Teens and…
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Challenging Casanova: How Promiscuous are Young Men?
Many aspects of our culture perpetuate the Casanova Myth, the belief that what most young men want is sex with as many women as possible without concern for…
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Deeper Dating: Embracing Your True Self to Find Real Love
In this episode, 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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Middle School Moms --The Most Stressed of All
In this episode, Dr. Suniya Luthar reports on the findings of a survey study of 2.247 well-educated mothers whose children ranged in age from infants to early…
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From Compulsive Shopping in the US to Preventing HIV/AIDS With Teens in Africa
What does Compulsive Shopping have to do with a trip to Africa to help teens prevent HIV? Quite a bit, as you'll hear. In this show, Dr. Benson, nationally…
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How Children and Adolescents Grow and Heal In Groups
In this episode Dr. Craig Haen and Dr. Seth Aronson, psychologists, child and adolescent experts and Fellows of the American Group Psychotherapy Association…
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Retrain Your Brain to Reduce Anxiety and Depression
In this episode Dr. Gillihan will discuss his new book, Retrain the Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in 7 weeks. Dr. Gillihan will clarify the way in which…
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Understanding Anorexia in Males
Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by self-starvation. Both professionally and in the public eye, this disorder has been associated with…
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'Making Love Matter When Marriage Gets Messy'
The idea for this episode comes from the work of Robyn D'Angelo who is the creator of the recent series "How to Love your Partner-- Mastering the Messiness of…
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'Soldier On: Life After Deployment'
In this podcast, Filmmaker Susan Sipprelle of "Set for Life" and " Over 50 and Out of Work" discusses her important documentary, " Soldier On: Life After…
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A Guide on Dating and Sex for the 21st Century Teen Boy
In this episode, Dr. Andrew Smiler, licensed therapist and an expert on boys, men, and masculinity, will discuss his new and important book, Dating and Sex: A…
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Confronting Ageism: Discrimination Based on Age
Have you ever been dismissed because you were considered too young, or ignored because you were deemed too old? If so, you have experienced Ageism…
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Are you a Risk Taker or a Sensation Seeker?
In this episode, Dr. Ken Carter returns to Psych Up Live to look closer at risk taking and sensation seeking. Is the person who will take a risk in business…
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Making Your Dream Take Flight At Midlife
We are often told to reach for our dreams and that the only real risk in life is never trying. This is the story of MJ Marggraff, a woman who decided to reach…
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Coping with The Narcissist You Know
We hear a great deal in the media about narcissism. If you have ever wondered if the person you work for, the man you are dating or the friend who knows…
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Re-Story You and Take Charge of Your Life
We are the story we tell ourselves about ourselves. Our stories directly impact how we feel, our behavior and how we treat ourselves and others. Often we…
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Helping Adults Caring for Children Who Have Faced Trauma
As we approach the 15th Anniversary of 9-11, we are reminded of the countless children who have faced life-threatening circumstances from war, terrorist…
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How Cinderella Grew Up, Became an Empowered Woman and Took on Lifes Challenges
This episode is special because it is part of a double show. In this show, Host Suzanne Phillips welcomes Sandra Reich, "Host of Straight Talk with Sandra…
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Adult Sibling Relationships: What Keeps Them Together and What Pulls Them Apart?
How do you get along with your adult siblings? Are you like friends? Have you stopped talking or connecting with siblings? No matter what the relationship, you…
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How to Survive and Thrive After Midlife Divorce
In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of…
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Could Grandpa Be Depressed? Recognizing Depression in Later Life
In this episode Dr. Deborah Serani, psychologist and author discusses the reality of depression as a mood disorder in later life. Drawing upon her new and…
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Blended: Personal Stories of the Stepfamily Experience
In this episode, Samantha Waltz, the author of the powerful book, Blended: Writers on the Stepfamily Experience and three of her wonderful contributing…
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Fostering Children's Natural Resilience with Ordinary Magic
How can you foster a child's resilience to handle future adversity? How can you intervene to offset the impact of homeliness, war, migration, domestic…
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How Women Decide: What's True, What's Not and What Strategies Spark the Best Choices
In this episode, Dr. Therese Huston, cognitive scientist, professor and the author of How Women Decide: What's True, What's Not and What Strategies Spark the…
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Help for Children Caregivers: American Association of Caregiving Youth
In this Episode Dr. Connie Siskowski, founder of the American Association for Caregiving Youth awakens us to the reality that 1.4 million children in this…
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When Your Child is Gay: What You Need to Know
In this episode, Wesley C. Davidson and Dr. Jonathan Tobkes M.D. discuss their new and much needed book, When Your Child Is Gay: What You Need To Know. In the…
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How Do Couples Cope in the Aftermath of Traumatic Events?
Too often in the aftermath of a traumatic event be it the loss of a child, a natural disaster or the wounds of war, a couple's relationship becomes the…
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How to Like Yourself:A Guide for Teens and Young Adults To Build Lasting Self-Esteem
In this episode, Cheryl Bradshaw, counselor and psychotherapist specializing in teens and young adults discusses her new book, How to Like Yourself: A Teen's…
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Using Mindfulness: A Mini Course With Major Benefits
We continue to hear of the benefits of mindfulness but many still wonder-What exactly is it? How can I best use it? In this episode, Dr Elisha Goldstein…
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Worry No More! 4 Steps To Stop Worrying And Start Living
In this episode, bestselling author and speaker Bruce Van Horn shares the ingredients of his important new book, Worry No More! 4 Steps To Stop Worrying And…
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Transformative Parenting
In this episode Dr. Edward Haas, psychiatrist and author, draws upon his joy of parenting and his expertise in many areas to share his development of…
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The Heart of the Fight: The Basis of Great Relationships
In this show relationship experts Dr. Judith Wright and Dr. Bob Wright discuss their new and interesting book, The Heart of the Fight: A Couple's Guide to 15…
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What's In Your Resilience Portfolio?
On this show Dr. Sherry Hamby, psychologist and founding editor or the Psychology Of Violence will apply her expertise to building resilience. When people…
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Living Single and Living in Different Places: Unexpected Options for Happiness
In this episode, Dr. Bella DePaulo, social psychologist and author will first draw upon her well recognized book, Singled Out: How Singles Are Stereotyped…
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How Do Others See Me? Self-Branding Across Roles and Life Stages
Many of us are aware of the emphasis the corporate world places on having a " winning" brand. The performers we watch, the cars we drive, the hospitals we…
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Turn Your Mate Into Your Soulmate
After joyous beginnings, many couples find their dreams of perfect love replaced by frustration, criticism, defensiveness and emotional distance. In this…
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Preventing Sexual Violence On and Off The Campus: The Green Dot Project
Whether addressing campus sexual violence or other forms of power-based violence like partner abuse, bullying, stalking, etc. the national and internationally…
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Consent Stories: Understanding the Language of Sexual Connection
Against the backdrop of concern with sexual violence on college campuses, Dr. Jason Laker and Dr. Erica Boas discuss their important research on the language…
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Coping With Life Stressors and the 7 Mid-life Tsunamis
Most people have faced unexpected stressful situations. There are even times, often in midlife, when it seems like the challenges just won't stop. In this…
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Surviving Cancer: Personal Glimpses of Resilience
In this episode Professor Joel Evans, Patricia Malone, and Dave Berger will share personal glimpses of their diagnosis, treatment and survival from cancer. You…
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Buzz: Understanding Sensation Seeking and Thrill Seeking
Are you a sensation seeker? Have you ever wondered why people climb Everest, jump out of planes or ski dangerous unmarked trails? Is eagerness to experience…
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The Power of Male Voices in Preventing Sexual Violence
In this episode, Jonathan Kalin, founder of Party With Consent, discusses his mission of inviting men and women in colleges across the nation to join him in…
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Love and Dating for Shy People: Hard Hitting Advice
In this episode Cyrus Thomson Kirkpatrick, author of Love and Dating For Shy People and How to Quit Your Job: Escape Soul Crushing Work, Create the Life You…
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Married Men Want to Talk
In this Episode, Rodney Turner and Darren Smith, two of the hosts of the seven-year radio show, "Married Men Don't Talk" come to Psych Up Live to " Talk." In…
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A Transgender Journey: When Our Son Became a Daughter
Jane Baker, author of the book, Trading Places: When Our Son Became a Daughter, will share the insider experience of parenting her son while he makes the…
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Saving The Marriage After The Affair
In this show, M Gary Neuman will discuss ways of making a marriage all that it can be – even after an affair. In the discussion with Host Dr. Suzanne Phillips…
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Translating Heartache into Help and Hope
Many people face unspeakable loss of a family member or witness the suffering and loss of a loved one with the wounds of war. They wonder how they will go on…
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Holiday Shopping or Compulsive Shopping: Dangerous Difference
In this show, nationally known psychologist, Dr. April Lane Benson, Ph.D., author of, I Shop, Therefore I Am: Compulsive Buying and the Search for Self and To…
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The Holidays and Depression
This show will turn up your understanding of Holidays and Depression. Dr. Deborah Serani, Psychologist and award winning author of Living with Depression and…
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Canine Companions for Independence
On this show you will have the opportunity to learn about Canine Companions for Independence. This is the organization that breeds, trains and provides amazing…
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The Sex Myth: The Gap Between Our Fantasies and Reality
In this show noted journalist, Rachel Hills, author of The Sex Myth: The Gap Between our Fantasies and Reality, invites us to look more closely at the…