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    The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych – Robert Duff, Ph.D.

    This is a podcast dedicated to answering your questions about mental health, anxiety, depression, relationships, sex, and life WITHOUT psychobabble BS. I am Dr. Robert Duff, a psychologist from Southern California, but I’m also a regular dude who legitimately wants to help out. I wrote the best selling books Hardcore Self Help: F**k Depression and Hardcore Self Help: F**K Anxiety. Those are available at http://hardcoreselfhelp.com

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    Episode 313: How My Year is Going So Far Aug 06, 2022

    Hello, friends! This is a simpler check-in episode. I update you on what has been going on in my life - particularly this wild week. I also revisit my goals that I outlined for the year and reflect on what has stuck, what has faded, and what I'm okay moving on from. Hope you enjoy!

    As always, you can send me questions for a future episode to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find show notes for this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode313

    Sponsor:

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Organifi.

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    Episode 312: Co-Parenting with Abuser & Therapeutic Alliance Jul 29, 2022

    Hello, everyone! I hope you've had a great week. Back at you with an awesome Q&A featuring the following questions:

    • My ex-wife was emotionally abusive and controlling to me. We share children and she is constantly belittling me when we interact. What can I do?
    • My psychologist does not seem to be trying very hard in sessions. How can I fix things?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes for this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode312

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    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp.

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 311: Overcoming Procrastination & Love Languages Jul 22, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you are staying cool and hydrated if you are in one of the major heatwave areas! In this episode, I answer the following awesome listener questions:

    • How can I stop procrastinating on household tasks, homework, and my job?
    • My partner said he can't fulfill my love language. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode311

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Audible.

    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    Episode 310: Genetic Testing for Antidepressants & Hating Sex in Marriage Jul 15, 2022

    Hello, all! This is a really interesting mix of questions. So stick around until the second one to hear me dish out some tough love.

    Here are the questions covered:

    • Are we able to do genetic testing to tell which antidepressants will work for an individual?
    • I hate having sex with my husband. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode310

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 309: Abusive Marriage & Cutting Off Mother Jul 08, 2022

    Hello, friends. In this episode, I answer two questions that encompass difficulties within family relationships. Here are the questions:

    • My wife belittles me and makes me feel terrible constantly. What should I do?
    • I'm thinking of cutting off contact with my mother, but I also have a lot of empathy for her. How should I proceed?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode309

    No ads today, but please take a moment to leave a review of the show!

    Episode 308: Anger After Suicide & Restarting Medication Jun 24, 2022

    Hello, all. A big content warning for this episode, the first question deals with suicide and has a bit more detail than other questions I've answered on the show. It's a very worthwhile question and a great topic to discuss, but I just want to make you aware of that.

    Here are the topics covered in this Q&A episode:

    • I saw my elderly father kill himself and I am so angry at him. What can I do?
    • My friend stopped medication for anxiety and depression, but she is thinking about starting again. What else can she do to help herself out?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes to this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode308.

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by MUD\WTR and BetterHelp.

    MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative consisting of organic ingredients lauded by cultures old and young for their health and performance benefits. With 1/7th the caffeine of coffee, mud gives you natural energy, focus and more without the jitters and crash. Right now, you can get 15% off your first purchase by going to mudwtr.com/DUFF and using code DUFF at checkout!

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 307: How to Set Boundaries & Overcoming Sexual Abuse Jun 17, 2022

    Hello, all! In this episode, I take on two really good listener questions. The second one mentions sexual abuse of a child, but there are no details shared. Here are the questions covered:

    • How can I start to set boundaries with loved ones when it feels so hard?
    • How can I improve my sexual relationship with me husband after I have experienced childhood abuse?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes for this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode307

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Audible.

    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    Episode 306: Getting Partner Back & Bipolar in College Jun 10, 2022

    Hello, all! This is a great Q&A episode featuring the following questions from awesome listeners like yourself:

    • My partner left due to me not pursuing her enough. Does it make sense to try to get back together after some time?
    • I had to leave college due to bipolar. Should I go back to the same school after stabilizing?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode306

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    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp.

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 305: Overthinking & Embarrassment Jun 03, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you have had a great week. We are back to the Q&A format this week with the following questions:

    • How can I overcome my tendency to overthink constantly?
    • Why do I get extremely embarrassed so often in social situations? What can I do about it?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode305

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by MUD\WTR.

    MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative consisting of organic ingredients lauded by cultures old and young for their health and performance benefits. With 1/7th the caffeine of coffee, mud gives you natural energy, focus and more without the jitters and crash. Right now, you can get 15% off your first purchase by going to mudwtr.com/DUFF and using code DUFF at checkout!

    Episode 304: Duff the Wife Returns! May 27, 2022

    Hello, everyone! In this epidode, my beautiful wife, Joelle, comes back on the show for a quick chat about life. We sat on the couch and had a cozy talk about all sorts of topics. I hope you enjoy!

    As always, you can send me questions to future episodes to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes for this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode304

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Policygenius.

    Policygenius is your one-stop shop to find and buy the insurance you need. They are not an insurance company, but rather a marketplace featuring the best options for you. Head to policygenius.com and answer a few questions. In just minutes, you can compare personalized quotes from top companies to find your lowest price. You could save 50% or more on life insurance by comparing quotes with Policygenius.
    Episode 303: Decreased Sexual Performance & Trouble with Exposure Work May 20, 2022

    Hello, all! Straight forward Q&A this week with the following awesome listener questions:

    • I used to be able to have sex numerous times consecutively, but ever since a panic attack, I havet been unable to. What is going on?
    • I am having trouble doing my therapist's exposure activities due to panic attacks. How can I do better?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode303

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp.

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 302: No Intimacy in Marriage & Lost in Life May 13, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you're doing well. After a very gross story at the top of the episode, I get into the following questions:

    • What can I do about decreased intimacy in my marriage?
    • I am too depressed to do anything what can I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode302

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Audible and MUD\WTR.

    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative consisting of organic ingredients lauded by cultures old and young for their health and performance benefits. With 1/7th the caffeine of coffee, mud gives you natural energy, focus and more without the jitters and crash. Right now, you can get 15% off your first purchase by going to mudwtr.com/DUFF and using code DUFF at checkout!

    Episode 301: Car Crash Amnesia & Husband Suddenly Wants Divorce May 06, 2022

    Hello, everyone! I hope you're having a great week. Just a nice straightfoward Q&A for you today featuring the following questions:

    • After 12 years of a great marriage, my husband had a sudden realization that he wants to leave. What can I do?
    • My mother was in a terrible car crash and is afraid of remembering what happened. Is that a possibility?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode301

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp.

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 300: How to Ask for Help & Emotional Literacy for Men Apr 29, 2022

    Hello, everyone!

    Episode 300!! Holy moly. Thank you so much for sticking with me on this ride. I appreciate your trust and attention so very much. This episode is much like any other. A solid question and answer featuring the following:

    • How can I ask for help as an 18-year-old guy?
    • My relationship failed due to my inability to communicate my feelings. How can I improve?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and you can find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode300

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    Episode 299: Overcoming Victim Mentality & Cognitive vs Physical Anxiety Apr 22, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you've had a really good week. My week here has been pretty good. As I mention in the episode, I didn't really plan anything good for the 300th episode of the show, BUT I wanted to open things up to you all. If you have written in a question or heard a question from the show that caused you to make a change in your life or there is a follow up story to your original question, I'd love to hear it. Shoot me an email to duffthepsych@gmail.com!

    Anyways, here are the questions that I cover in this episode:

    • Why did nobody tell me that there is mind-based and body-based anxiety?
    • I have experienced a lot of mistreatment and discrimination in my life. This has led to a victim mentality. How do I get myself out of the victim mentality and start taking ownership of my life?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and you can find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode299

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Acorn TV and BetterHelp.

    Acorn TV is a commercial-free streaming service that’s rooted in British television. Escape to Britain and beyond without leaving your seat and try Acorn TV free for 30 days, by going to acorn.tv and using the promo code duff when you sign up!

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 298: Emotional Burnout as a Therapist & Seven Years of Loss Apr 15, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you have had a wonderful week. For today's episode, I answer the following awesome listener questions:

    • I am thinking of going into clinical psychology, but as a sensitive person, I am afraid of emotionally burning out. What can I do to avoid this?
    • I have lost someone every year since 2015. How can I get back to a normal life with so much loss?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode298

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Ana Luisa and Audible.

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    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    Episode 297: Quarterlife Crisis & Being the Family Therapist Apr 10, 2022

    Hello, everyone! Thank you for your patience on this one. Had to take a couple extra days so that I didn't lose my mind with work. This episode features the following questions:

    • After college, I don't know what to do with my life and find myself depressed. How can I move forward?
    • My family expects me to be the peacekeeper and therapist. How can I set better boundaries?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode297

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp and MasterClass

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    MasterClass gives you the chance to learn from the world’s best minds – anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Check it out now and get unlimited access to every MasterClass. and as a special offer for listeners, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/duff for 15% off MasterClass.

    Episode 296: Constant Paranoid Thoughts & Dealing with a Toxic Workplace Apr 01, 2022

    Hello, all! This before I get into the questions this week, I talk a bit about my personal situation. Unfortunately, I had a breakup with a partner of mine and I share some of the realizations that I had in the process as well as my protocol for making it through this sort of hardship. After that, I jump into the following awesome listener questions:

    • I have had bipolar I for a long time, but started getting a new symptom of paranoid thoughts over the past few years. Why might this be happening?
    • My workplace and coworkers are toxic, but I am a non-confrontational person. What can I do about it?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode296

    This episode is brought to you by Ana Luisa Jewelry and Policygenius

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    Episode 295: Dating After Abuse & Healing from Cheating Mar 25, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope that you are caring well for your hearts this week. It's wild out there. Here are the questions I cover in this week's episode:

    • My history of sexual abuse makes dating complicated. How can I move forward?
    • My husband cheated on me but doesn't want to do couples therapy. How can I stop resenting him?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode295

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Athletic Greens and Betterhelp.

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    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 294: Spouse Doesn't Want Help & Depressed About the World Mar 19, 2022

    Hey, everyone. I hope you're taking great care of yourselves. In this episode, I start with a moment of vulnerability about my life lately. That is followed by these two great questions sent in by listeners like yourself:

    • My wife has had anxiety for years but does not want to get help for it. What can I do?
    • I have a perfect life, but I remain depressed about the world. How can I cope?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode294

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Audible and Acorn TV.

    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    Acorn TV is a commercial-free streaming service that’s rooted in British television. Escape to Britain and beyond without leaving your seat and try Acorn TV free for 30 days, by going to acorn.tv and using the promo code duff when you sign up!

    Episode 293: Therapist on Dating App & Cannabis Use Disorders Mar 11, 2022

    Hey, friends! I hope you're having a great week. This is a very interesting episode with the following questions:

    • I am attracted to my therapist and saw her on a non-traditional dating app. When I brought this up, she refused to talk about it. What should I do?
    • How should cannabis use disorders be handled when there are also mental health issues?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode293

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp and MasterClass

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    MasterClass gives you the chance to learn from the world’s best minds – anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Check it out now and get unlimited access to every MasterClass. and as a special offer for listeners, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/duff for 15% off MasterClass.

    Episode 292: Reacting to My Partner's Sexual Past Mar 04, 2022

    Hello, friends! This is a short and sweet episode where I answer the following question:

    • I recently learned of my partner's previous threesome. I can't stop feeling disgust and anxiety from it, even though I know that's not fair. How can I deal with this?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode292

    This episode is sponored by Athletic Greens. With Athletic Greens, all you need is one scoop per day in a glass of water to take in 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Head over to athleticgreens.com/duff to get a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 travel packs along with your first purchas!

    Episode 291: Teen Suicide Contagion & Trauma Dissociation Feb 25, 2022

    Hello, everyone! Pretty heavy episode this time. Nothing graphic, as usual, but I decided to tackle some tricky questions. Before hopping into the questions, I share a quick tip about managing the news cycle during this really intense time. Here are the questions covered:

    • My kid's school had two people die by suicide this year. How can I talk to them about it and should we switch schools?
    • I was abused as a child and have trouble remembering it without dissociating. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode291

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by EveryPlate and BetterHelp

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    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 290: Intrusive Thoughts of Harming Family & Ruminating About Therapy Feb 18, 2022

    Hello, friends! I hope you are all doing well. In this episode, I start off with a quick update about my experience so far on Lexapro (escitalopram), an SSRI medication for anxiety. After that, I jump straight into the following super interesting questions:

    • I have OCD with intrusive thoughts about harming my loved ones. What can I do about this?
    • I ruminate about therapy constantly, having imaginary conversations in my head. Is that bad?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode290

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    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Acorn TV and Audible.

    Acorn TV is a commercial-free streaming service that’s rooted in British television. Escape to Britain and beyond without leaving your seat and try Acorn TV free for 30 days, by going to acorn.tv and using the promo code duff when you sign up!

    Audible is the leading provider of spoken-word entertainment all in one place, where you can find the largest selection of audiobooks. Sign up now by heading to audible.com/duff or text duff to 500-500, and receive your first 30 days for free.

    Episode 289: Self-Disclosure in Therapy and Suicidality vs Intrusive Thoughts Feb 11, 2022

    Hey, all! Nice Q&A episode for you here. The second questions talks a bit about suicidality, but nothing too graphic. Very interesting stuff. Here's what I cover:

    • How do you feel about therapists self-disclosing in therapy?
    • Should I be concerned about my passive suicidal thoughts or are they just intrusive thoughts?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode289

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by BetterHelp and MasterClass

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    MasterClass gives you the chance to learn from the world’s best minds – anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Check it out now and get unlimited access to every MasterClass. and as a special offer for listeners, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/duff for 15% off MasterClass.

    Episode 288: Confidentiality for Minors & Physical vs Mental Issues Feb 04, 2022

    Hey, everyone. Short and sweet episode today featuring the following questions:

    • I am a minor in therapy. What can my therapist share with my parents about self-harm?
    • How can I tell the difference between a physical issue like hypothyroidism and a mental health issue like depression?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode288

    No sponsor this week, so please check out my recent book, 500 Journal Prompts!

    Episode 287: Doubting Your Own Trauma & ADHD Misdiagnosis Jan 28, 2022

    Hello, friends! This episode features two questions related to trauma. There is nothing violent or explicit described, but both questions do involve childhood abuse. Just be aware. Here is what is covered in this episode:

    • I sometimes doubt that my trauma ever happened and use self-harm as a way to remind myself that it did. What can I do?
    • I have several psychiatric disorders and my psychiatrist wants me to be evaluated for ADHD. How can I tell the difference between ADHD and symptoms caused by my other issues?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode287

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Acorn TV.

    Acorn TV is a commercial-free streaming service that’s rooted in British television. Escape to Britain and beyond without leaving your seat and try Acorn TV free for 30 days, by going to acorn.tv and using the promo code duff when you sign up!

    Episode 286: Anxiety About Time Off & Erectile Dysfunction Jan 21, 2022

    Hey, friends! I hope that your week has been great. I want to give you a big thanks for listening to the show. I really appreciate you. This is a question and answer episode where I tackle the following:

    • How can I get over my anxiety about having unstructured time off from work?
    • I have erectile dysfunction with my new partner and my doctor thinks it is psychological. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode286

    This episode of Hardcore Self Help is sponsored by Chomper Labs and BetterHelp.

    Chomper Labs believe that everyone has a right to quality affordable oral care and specialize in custom made night guards for teeth grinding. Right now, listeners of the podcast can get $15 off their first night guard plus Free 3 way shipping with code DUFF. Just visit chomperlabs.com/DUFF.

    If you are in a mental health slump, consider reaching out to a licensed professional to help. BetterHelp has a large counselor network and you can begin chatting with someone very quickly. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month.

    Episode 285: Grief and New Relationships & Secondhand Trauma Jan 14, 2022

    Hello, all! I hope that you are having a fantastic week. Unfortunately, omicron has found its way into the Duff household, but alas... the show must go on!

    I have a great Q&A episode with the following questions submitted by listeners like you:

    • My wife died two years ago, and I am still completely closed off to romantic connections. What can I do?
    • Is it possible to be traumatized by hearing about something bad happening to someone else?

    As always, you can send questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode285

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    Episode 284: How I am Approaching This Year Jan 07, 2022

    Hello, friends! Haven't talked in a little while. I hope you have been enjoying yourself. I am back this week with a new episode. This time instead of a Q&A, I am going to be talking about how I am approaching the year. I go through a LOT in this episode, come hang for about an hour and listen to me ramble.

    Show notes are available at http://duffthepsych.com/episode284

    And if you want to send me a question for a future episode, shoot me an email at duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 283: Meth Addiction Guilt & Depression When Everything is "Fine" Dec 17, 2021

    Hello, all! Great episode here for you today thanks to a couple awesome listener questions. If you haven't yet gotten a copy of my 500 Journal Prompts book, it makes a perfect little stocking stuffer. Check it out!

    Here are the questions from this episode:

    • My sister is depressed, even though nothing is wrong with her life and I'm frustrated by it. What can I do?
    • Due to my addiction to methamphetamine and heroin, I feel like I don't deserve to get better. Should I feel this way?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode283

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    Episode 282: Getting Over Ghosting & Exercise Induced Anxiety Dec 10, 2021

    Hello, all! Hope your week has been phenomenal. I appreciate you all! In this episode, I tackle the following questions:

    • I was recently ghosted after talking to someone I met on a dating app for a few weeks. Why is it affecting me so much and what can I do about it?
    • How can I get over my exercise-induced anxiety and heart palpatations?

    As always you can find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode282 and send your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 281: Passing on Trauma & Caregiver Burnout Dec 03, 2021

    Hello, friends! Thank you to all of you that have been sharing the podcast as part of your Spotify Wrapped posts. Amazing to think that I've been a significant part of your year. I appreciate you so much!

    In this episode, I tackle the following questions:

    • I've worked through most of my trauma, but issues still arise in my relationship from time to time. How can I avoid passing these issues down to my young child?
    • I work with severe populations in a healthcare setting. I feel like I could be experiencing caregiver burnout. Is this possible and what can I do about it?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and get the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode281

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    Episode 280: Low Libido & Relationships Cause Sadness Nov 27, 2021

    Hello, all! If you spent some time off from work and/or with loved ones over the "holiday", I hope you have really enjoyed yourself. I'm incredibly grateful for you all. In this episode, I tackle the following awesome listener questions:

    • I have a much lower sexual drive than my spouse and she thinks I don't find her attractive because of it. What can I do?
    • Every time I'm in a relationship, my mental health crumbles. Why?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes to this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode280

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    Episode 280: Low Libido & Relationships Cause Sadness Nov 27, 2021

    Hello, all! If you spent some time off from work and/or with loved ones over the "holiday", I hope you have really enjoyed yourself. I'm incredibly grateful for you all. In this episode, I tackle the following awesome listener questions:

    • I have a much lower sexual drive than my spouse and she thinks I don't find her attractive because of it. What can I do?
    • Every time I'm in a relationship, my mental health crumbles. Why?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes to this episode at http://duffthepsych.com/episode280

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    Episode 279: I Don't Deserve to Get Better & Fixing Relationship During a Break Nov 19, 2021

    Hello, all! Apologies in advance for my croaky voice. My voice is totally shot from the week, but I do my best to give you responses to the following awesome questions:

    • I have brought about my own problems and don't feel that I deserve to get better. How do I approach this seemingly insurmountable problem?
    • My partner and I are on a break to work on ourselves after suffering a number of losses and a terrible year overall. How can I make this work?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode279

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    Episode 278: Sexual Advances From Therapist & Depression That Doesn’t Go Away Nov 12, 2021

    Hello, friends! After a quick update about the whole Thanksgiving situation at my kid's school, I dive into the following amazing questions:

    • My previous therapist was sexually inappropriate. How can I trust therapists again?
    • My depression doesn't go away no matter what I do and I'm not making progress in therapy. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at http://duffthepsych.com/episode278

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    Episode 277: Co-parenting Problems & Disappearing Depressed Partner Nov 05, 2021

    Hello, friends! In this episode, I start with some concerns from my personal life that tie into some social psychology concepts before jumping into the following questions:

    • Co-parenting with my ex is difficult given our difference in opinion about discipline. How do I stop our interactions from driving me crazy?
    • My partner retreats and can't feel anything when he is in a depressive state. What can I do to make him know that I'm here for him?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at http://duffthepsych.com/episode277

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    Episode 276: Wife Doesn't Care Anymore & Healing Hurts Too Much Oct 29, 2021

    Hello, friends! Super happy to bring you this Q&A episode today. I take the following questions:

    • What can I do when it feels like my wife doesn't care about me anymore?
    • Is there a point where the cost of healing just isn't worth it?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and get show notes at http://duffthepsych.com/episode276

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    Episode 275: Suck at Meditating? Listen to This! Oct 22, 2021

    Hello, friends! I have a really cool episode for you today. Meditation is a tool that I use often and is one of the most important things in my personal mental health toolkit. But for a lot of people, meditation just doesn't do the trick. Or it's too hard. Or it's actually scary.

    In this episode, I share my best tips for meditation. I hope to get you to loosen your interpretation of meditation and the high expectations you put on yourself.

    Have a listen and let me know what you think!

    As always you can send me questions for future episodes to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode275

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    Episode 274: Can't Talk About Feelings & Feeling Like a Bad Person Oct 15, 2021

    Hello, all! I hope that you are having a great week. I got a great episode for you here with the following questions:

    • How can I get help for my depression when I can't talk about my feelings?
    • How do I stop feeling like such a bad person all the time?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode274

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    Episode 273: Recovering from a Disaster & Overcoming Codependency Oct 08, 2021

    Hello, friends! Got a nice Q&A for you today with a little rambling at the top. Here's what I answer:

    • My son went through a horrific tragedy. How can he move forward?
    • How can I avoid being so desperate for love?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode273

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    Episode 272: Explaining Mental Health to Your Partner & Getting Out of a COVID Rut Oct 01, 2021

    Hello, all! So... I'm an idiot and had to record this episode twice. Oops. BUT I'm super glad to be releasing this. I answered the following awesome questions in this episode:

    • I have depression, OCD, PTSD, etc. and I have no idea how to explain all of this to my partner without overwhelming them. What do I do?
    • How can I get out of my pandemic rut when I have lost my zest for life and school?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode272

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    Episode 271: When to Take Suicidality Seriously & Scared of Losing Dream Job Sep 24, 2021

    Hello, friends! This episode is a nice Q&A with some great listener-submitted questions. The first one involves some discussion about suicide. Although nothing graphic, just be aware of that. Here are the two questions I cover this episode:

    • I have had thoughts of suicide for a long time, but have never made an attempt. How do I know when to take the thoughts seriously?
    • I am making mistakes at my new job and it's making me anxious and giving me insomnia. This is causing me to make more mistakes and I'm afraid I'm going to lose my job. How can I break this cycle?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are at duffthepsych.com/episode271

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    Episode 270: The Problem with Mental Healthcare & Overlapping Diagnoses Sep 17, 2021

    Hello, friends! In this episode, I answer a couple listener questions that are less about direct advice and more about general questions in the field of mental health and psychology. Here's what I cover:

    • Why are there so few mental health providers and why are waitlists so long?
    • Does it make sense to have multiple overlapping diagnoses?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are at duffthepsych.com/episode270

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    Episode 269: Repressed Childhood Trauma and Long-Distance Relationship Sep 10, 2021

    Hello, friends! In this episode, I have a Q&A featuring the following questions:

    • How can I continue to work on my longtime childhood trauma when I don't remember a lot of my past?
    • Do I have a chance of getting back in my long-distance relationship even though I'm pursuing a Ph.D.?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode269

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    Episode 268: My Lovely Wife Returns Sep 03, 2021

    Hello, friends! On this episode, I had my wife back on the show. We just chilled on the couch and had a nice wide-ranging conversation about our lives right now, where our relationship is at, and even some of our pet peeves with each other. Enjoy!

    Send me your questions for future episodes to duffthepsych@gmail.com and don't forget to check out my new book of 500 journal prompts!

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    Episode 267: Moving Forward From Trauma & Relationship Boundaries and Expectations Aug 27, 2021

    Alright, everyone! Another great Q&A for you featuring the following questions:

    • How can I move past my traumatic history of bullying and parental violence?
    • What is the difference between a friendship and intimate relationship?

    Don't forget to get your copy of 500 Journal Prompts for Mental Health, Creativity, and Personal Exploration!

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode267

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    Episode 266: Developing Social Skills & Alternatives to Therapy Aug 20, 2021

    Hello, friends! This is a straightforward Q&A with the following questions:

    • How can I work on my social skills as a socially anxious introvert?
    • What can I do about my depression when I can't afford traditional therapy?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are at duffthepsych.com/episode266

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    Episode 265: Why Am I Attracted to My Doctor & Dealing with Jealousy in Relationships Aug 13, 2021

    Hello, friends! Looks like I have a bit of a cold, so bear with my voice and breathing in this one. Got a great Q&A with the following thought-provoking questions:

    • I don't have many friends and find myself becoming attracted to my doctor. Is there something wrong with my relationship?
    • How can I deal with my jealousy and insecurity in relationships?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are at duffthepsych.com/episode265

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    Episode 264: Addressing Self-Harm as an Adult & Depression Tips Aug 06, 2021

    Hello, friends! Hope you are well. Cruising along over here. Super ready for a relaxing weekend. In this episode, I tackle the following questions:

    • I self-harmed (cut) when I was young and I still struggle with different forms of self-harm. Is therapy still an option?
    • What can I do to feel joy again when my depression is strong?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode264

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    Episode 263: Treating Family Members & Sibling Mental Health Fears Jul 30, 2021

    Hello, everyone! At the start of this episode, I give a quick little ramble about a case that I'm working on to talk about some of the nuances with conservatorship and trying to help someone that can't care for their own needs. That's about the first 10 minutes. After that, I hop into the following questions:

    • My family thinks I should be able to fix them since I'm studying psychology. What should I do?
    • My sibling is afraid of having the same mental illness as me and our parent. How can I help?

    As always, you can send your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode263

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    Episode 262: Feeling Bad for Wanting Attention & Diagnosis as a Crutch Jul 23, 2021

    Hello, all! So just a little heads up. I'm super annoyed because in this episode, there were a couple undesirable sounds including a loud as cricket that wanted to ruin my life and also a rattling microphone that was being dramatic whenever I slightly bumped it.

    Aside from that, it was a great episode that covers the following questions:

    • I love my partner, but I crave attention from others. Why am I this way and what can I do about it?
    • I may have borderline personality disorder, but don't want my diagnosis to be a crutch. What can I do to live a normal life?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode262

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    Episode 261: Relationship Separation Anxiety & Anger at your Therapist's Diagnosis Jul 16, 2021

    Hello, friends! Another Q&A Episode for you today featuring the following questions:

    • What can I do about my separation anxiety every time my partner leaves?
    • Why am I so mad at my therapist for diagnosing me with an eating disorder?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode261

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    Episode 260: Loss of Appetite with Anxiety & Battling with a Negative Body Image Jul 09, 2021

    Hello, all! I hope you're taking great care of yourselves. Been a busy busy week over here in DuffLand. In this episode, I cover the following awesome listener questions:

    • How can I overcome my lack of appetite due to anxiety?
    • What can I do about my negative body image?

    As always, you can send me questions for the show to duffthepsych@gmail.com you can also find the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode260

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    Episode 259: Supporting a Grieving Parent & Returning to Work After a Mental Health Break Jul 02, 2021

    Hello, friends! I hope you are taking great care of yourselves this week. To be honest, I've seen a lot of people having a bit of a hard time. If you are in this camp, I see you! This episode features the following amazing listener questions:

    • My mother-in-law's son just died by suicide. How can I best support her?
    • I am hoping to return to work after taking a break due to severe mental health issues. How can I make it work?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and see full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode259

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    Episode 258: Rapid Fire Q&A Part 2 - Coping with Emotional Content, Relationship Expectations, and more! Jun 25, 2021

    Hello, friends! Back with part 2 of the rapid fire Q&A. There were so many awesome questions on my original post that I couldn't stop with one episode. Here are the questions I cover:

    • Hi Duff, you’ve touched on this before but… have you ever come across anyone stuck thinking they have reached their maximum potential in life/not sure where to go from their current spot in life, and is there anything you could offer from a physiological perspective to overcome this? Currently feeling like I will be forever stuck in this moment and moving forward seems nearly impossible. (Sorry in advance if the question doesn’t make sense)
    • How does one get over the expectation of being in a relationship? Like you grow up watching relationships and relationships but like...what if it doesn't happen? Should it happen? Also...how can one finally let go of what their parents didn't do while one was growing up...
    • How can you learn to accept compliments and not be awkward?

    I also talk a bit about my own strategies for combatting the darkness that can come with working in a heavily emotional field.

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com.

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    Episode 257: Rapid Fire Q&A - Making New Friends, Seeking Good Advice, Panic or Heart Attack, and More! Jun 18, 2021

    Hello, all! In this episode, I am doing some rapid fire question and answer from a prompt that I threw up on Instagram. Please enjoy!

    If you have a question for the podcast that you'd like me to consider, please send it to duffthepsych@gmail.com and don't forget to use the search bar on duffthepsych.com if you want to see whether I have covered a specific topic in the past.

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    Episode 256: Trauma Misconceptions and Posttraumatic Growth with Dr. Laura Copley Jun 11, 2021

    Hello, friends! This episode is a re-post of an interview I did a couple years ago with the amazing Dr. Laura Copley. Dr. Copley is a trauma specialist and talks all about PTSD, trauma misconceptions, posttraumatic growth, and gives you some practical tools to use if you encounter trauma in your life.

    She's doing a bunch of cool stuff including online courses, which you can learn all about over at lauracopley.com

    As always, you can send me questions or topics to duffthepsych@gmail.com and also please let me know if you'd like me to start doing interviews again!

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    Episode 255: St. John's Wort for Depression & Sleep Anxiety After Flu Jun 04, 2021

    Hello, friends! I hope you're having a really good week. Enjoyed making this episode for you. The questions here have somewhat of a theme. Here are the questions I take:

    • I don't have access to psychiatry in my area. Can I use St. John's wort to treat my depression?
    • I live in a place where mental health is taboo. How can I improve my anxiety around sleeping without treatment?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the show notes for this episode at duffthepsych.com/episode255.

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    Episode 254: Reliving Trauma Through Avoidant Personality Disorder & Desperation, Parenting and Life with Major Depressive Disorder May 28, 2021

    Hello, all! Hopefully you are doing well and sleeping better than I have been recently. Yikes. This episode is another Q&A with some awesome and vulnerable listener-submitted questions. Here's what I cover:

    • Why do I keep gravitating toward media that reminds me of my trauma?
    • I feel like a failure of a mother due to my depression. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and find the show notes for this episode at duffthepsych.com/episode254

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    Episode 253: The Impact of Misdiagnosis & Recognizing Depression May 21, 2021

    Hello, friends! After a little (big) ramble about the hardest part in my job as a neuropsychologist, I answer the following questions:

    • Can bipolar misdiagnosis make symptoms worse? Can bipolar be managed without medication?
    • Why can't I study or get out of bed at all?

    As always, you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode253

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    Episode 252: Divorcing Someone Who is Depressed & Going Back to College After 30 May 14, 2021

    Hello, friends! After a long ramble about some terribly nerdy stuff, I get into two really good listener questions today. Here's what I cover:

    • My spouse claims that I am the cause of their depression and we do not have a good relationship. Would divorcing them cause too much harm?
    • I am back in college as a 30 year old and feel out of place. What should I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode252

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    Episode 252: Divorcing Someone Who is Depressed & Going Back to College After 30 May 14, 2021

    Hello, friends! After a long ramble about some terribly nerdy stuff, I get into two really good listener questions today. Here's what I cover:

    • My spouse claims that I am the cause of their depression and we do not have a good relationship. Would divorcing them cause too much harm?
    • I am back in college as a 30 year old and feel out of place. What should I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode252

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    Episode 251: Work Burnout Trauma & Adult Autism Suspicions May 07, 2021

    Hello, all! In this episode, I answer two questions submitted by awesome listeners like yourself. I hope you enjoy and that you're taking great care of yourself.

    Here are the questions:

    • Can you get PTSD from severe work burnout?
    • What should I do if my therapist doesn't believe that I might by autistic?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode251

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    Episode 250: The Ethics of Placebo & Coping with Career Grief Apr 30, 2021

    Hello, friends! Straightforward Q&A for you today. Here's what I cover:

    • My grandma is taking a supplement that is clearly just placebo. Is this okay?
    • Is it normal to feel grief at the end of a career?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out duffthepsych.com/episode250 for full show notes.

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    Episode 249: Feeling Bad About Feeling Good & Suicide Jealousy Apr 23, 2021

    Hello, all! Please excuse my mistake with the episode number. Bah! I also was perhaps a little delirious, but that just adds to the flavor... right??

    In this Q&A, I answer the following:

    • Every time I do something for myself, I feel guilty about it. How do I stop this pattern?
    • I felt envy when I heard about someone that lost their life to suicide. Should I feel bad about that?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and stop by duffthepsych.com/episode249 for full show notes!

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    Episode 248: Getting Personal Responding to My Own Journal Prompts Apr 16, 2021

    Hello, everyone! In this episode, I sit down and have a go at my own journal prompts from the 100 Free Journal Prompts on my website. Some of my responses are entertaining and straight forward... others get pretty personal. Hope you enjoy!

    As always, you can send me questions or topics for the show to duffthepsych@gmail.com.

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    Episode 247: Health Anxiety During a Pandemic & Suicidality in Children Apr 09, 2021

    Hello, friends! Got another Q&A episode for you. The 2nd question in here could be potentially triggering to some, so please be aware of that. It doesn't go into anything explicit, but the topic is something that some may be sensitive to. Here's what we cover:

    • How can I use exposure to treat health anxiety during this pandemic?
    • My friend's 6-year-old child has suicidal thoughts. How can I best support them?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode247

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    Episode 246: Are Trauma Details Necessary in Therapy & Supporting Someone with BPD Apr 02, 2021

    Hello, you beautiful people! Today I have a question and answer episode with two great questions sent in by listeners like you. Quick update before that.

    I'm current working on a Hardcore Self Help workbook for anxiety. You can get the 100 journal prompts from that notebook as a freebie for signing up at duffthepsych.com/workbook!

    Here are the questions:

    • I have come to realize that I've been abused but it's hard to talk about. Do I need to share exactly what happened in therapy?
    • I have a friend with borderline personality disorder and I also have BPD. How can I best support them when they are upset?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode246

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    Episode 245: Working Through a Complicated Break Up Alone & Confidentiality in Therapy Mar 26, 2021

    Hello, friends! Got a Q&A for you today that is actually just one two-part question. Stay tuned next week for a freebie update!

    Here's two-part question:

    • I'm going through a breakup in a complicated long-term relationship, but I can't talk to people honestly about it. What can I do?
    • Will a therapist report me for being a sex worker?

    As always you can send me your questions or topic suggestions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and full show notes are available at duffthepsych.com/episode245

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    Episode 244: "Accidental" Overdose & Becoming a Psychologist with Bipolar Mar 19, 2021

    Hello, friends! I hope you're having a really good week. This is a Q&A episode with two really important questions. The first one talks about a suicide attempt in a non-graphic way. I wanted to let you know that off the bat so you can be aware going into it. Nothing intense or visually striking, but potentially triggering nonetheless.

    Questions for this episode:

    • I had a suicide attempt that everyone thinks was an accidental overdose. Do I need to tell my family the truth?
    • I have severe bipolar 1 and I have always wanted to become a psychologist and do therapy. Is this possible?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and if you'd like to see the full show notes head over to duffthepsych.com/episode244

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    Episode 243: Exploring Bisexuality in Marriage & Postpartum Anxiety During COVID Mar 12, 2021

    Hello, friends! Sorry in advance that the audio is a tiny bit blown out in this one. Hopefully you don't notice, but something weird was going on with my audio interface.

    ANYWAYS... got a great episode here for you today. Two questions that I felt somewhat underqualified to answer, as a man, but they were too good not to share. The questions are:

    • I am realizing that I am more gay than I thought. How can I explore this in the context of my long-term heterosexual relationship?
    • Between a new baby and COVID, my anxiety is getting terrible. What can I do?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and if you'd like to see the full show notes, check out duffthepsych.com/episode243!

    Episode 242: Not Getting Better Fast Enough, COVID Financial Worries, Working on Yourself During Breakup Mar 05, 2021

    Hello, friends! In this episode, I take a few shorter questions covering some amazing topics such as:

    • Will my psychiatrist or therapist drop me for not getting better fast enough?
    • What can I do about financial and job insecurity during COVID?
    • How can I balance working on myself and giving space during a break from my relationship?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and if you'd like to see full show notes check out duffthepsych.com/episode242

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    Episode 241: Coping with Loneliness & Negative Self Perceptions and Insecurities Feb 26, 2021

    Hello, all! Hope you're happyish and safeish out there. This is a two-question Q&A episode featuring the following:

    • I've tried just about everything to help myself but the pandemic is making it impossible to improve my loneliness. What can I do?
    • I'm worried about my boyfriend looking at hotter women on social media. What can I do about this insecurity?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and view the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode241

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    Episode 240: What I've Been Up To Lately Feb 19, 2021

    Hey, friends! This is just a casual episode of me sharing about what I've been up to lately. It's a big ol' ramble about many topics including:

    • My experience with the COVID vaccine
    • What my newest project is
    • What my days look like right now
    • Balancing work, work, work, and life
    • What I'm doing for fun

    Next week will be a Q&A episode, so please send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    And if you have a moment, please go check out the Giving Voice to Depression podcast!

    Episode 239: Collective PTSD, No-Showing Therapy, Caregiving with Anxiety, Depression Options Feb 12, 2021

    Hello, friends! This week, I have another rapid-fire Q&A for you. I took some questions from the private Hardcore Self Help Facebook group and tackled them one by one without any planning or outlining. Hope you enjoy! Here are the questions covered:

    • How do you feel about people using the term "collective PTSD"?
    • What can I do when I always get scared and cancel therapy sessions?
    • Are medications always necessary for severe depression?
    • How can I be a caregiver with anxiety?

    As always, you can send me your questions or topics for the show to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 238: Support Group Problems & Grad School Doubts Feb 05, 2021

    Hello, everyone! Hope you're treating yourselves well this week. I have a great Q&A for you with the following questions:

    • I have had trouble with support groups. The competition to be the "sickest" makes me feel worse. Am I doing something wrong?
    • I am having doubts about whether I should be in my graduate school program. What should I do?

    As always you can send me YOUR questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode238

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    Episode 237: 20 Tips to Help You Focus Jan 29, 2021

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    Episode 236: Mental Health within Couples & Coping with the Winter Blues Jan 22, 2021

    Hello, friends! In this Q&A, I tackle two interesting listener questions relating to couples who both go through dips in their mental wellness at the same time, and coping with the winter blues and what you can do to help yourself feel better!

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    If you have a question for the podcast, send it over to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 235: My Wife Gets Real about Psychiatry Frustrations Jan 15, 2021

    I have to be honest with you all that this is not the most inspiring episode of the podcast. There is a lot of venting of frustration and fears. We also talk about suicidality, so please be aware of that. It's always important to me that we are REAL on this show. It would be unfair of me to give you the impression that the mental health system is perfect. As someone who works in the field and as a family that has been in the thick of navigating it, we definitely have some frustrations.

    In this episode, we talk about operating with the current state of the world, Joelle's recent voluntary psychiatric hospitalization, and how we have had to try something like 6 or 7 times to find a psychiatrist to help with Joelle's meds. Despite the frustrations discussed, there are some good takeaways. Joelle is currently much more stable. She is no longer in her deep depressive episode and is no longer suicidal. We are currently finding a balance in our life that is working really well.

    If you have questions or suggestions for future topics, please send them over to duffthepsych@gmail.com and if you would like to learn more about my clinical services, head over to robertduffphd.com

    Episode 234: Getting Through a Breakup Jan 08, 2021

    Hello, friends! Happy New Year - welcome to the first episode of 2021! This is an episode inspired by a single question relating to breakups! Talking from recent experience, I offer my best advice to help get you through and process the emotional turmoil that can come with a breakup.

    If you'd like to suggest a question or topic, shoot me an email to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 234: Getting Through a Breakup Jan 08, 2021

    Hello, friends! Happy New Year - welcome to the first episode of 2021! This is an episode inspired by a single question relating to breakups! Talking from recent experience, I offer my best advice to help get you through and process the emotional turmoil that can come with a breakup.

    If you'd like to suggest a question or topic, shoot me an email to duffthepsych@gmail.com

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    Episode 233: Rapid Fire Part 2 - Pandemic Alcoholism, All or Nothing Thinking, Bad Pharmacies, and More Dec 17, 2020

    Hello, friends! Today I am doing a continuation of the last episode. I'm not at the part today, but I am at home cracking away at the Facebook questions in rapid fire fashion. Hope you enjoy! Here are the questions that I answer:

    • How do I find a middle ground between 100% positive and 100% negative?
    • What's the plan for getting back to normal alcohol consumption after higher use during the pandemic?
    • How do you get professional help when you're too depressed to ask for help?
    • What should I do about inappropriate pharmacy staff?

    As always you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and be sure to check out the online course if you haven't at kickanxietycourse.com

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    Episode 232: Rapid Fire Q&A - Sleep Apnea, Dating After Abuse, and More Dec 10, 2020

    Hello, everyone! Today's episode is a less prepared version of Q&A than I usually do. The house was a little chaotic, so I took a microphone and recorder to a local park, had a seat, and spontaneously answered some of your questions. All of the questions from today's episode come from the private Hardcore Self Help Facebook group.

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    Episode 231: A guided meditation to get you through 2020 Dec 03, 2020

    Hello, friends. In this episode, I walk you through a calming meditation to help you get through the rest of the year. It has been designed to help you reconnect to the things that keep you going! We are going to discover the positive flip side to our frustrations and use that as a focal point to rediscover our motivation.

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    Episode 230: Distancing Yourself from Family & Grieving for a Much Loved Pet Nov 26, 2020

    Hello, friends! This is a Q&A episode with two super important and interesting listener questions relating to coping with grief after losing a much-loved support dog, and being able to successfully distance yourself emotionally from family.

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    Episode 229: Never Setting Boundaries & How Much Better is Enough? Nov 19, 2020

    Hello, friends. This is a super interesting Q&A which answers two important listener questions. The first relates to never setting personal boundaries, putting everyone first before yourself, and the second tackles the difficult question, how much better is enough?

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    Bonus Episode: Top Mental Health Tools with Himalaya Nov 15, 2020

    Hello, all! Bringing you a little bonus episode today. I recently teamed up with Himalaya to create a full audio course all about top mental health tools that you can use to improve your life. Check out himalaya.com/duff and use promo code DUFF for your first 14 days free!

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    Episode 228: Roommate with BPD and Connecting to Others Again Nov 12, 2020

    Hello, everyone! This is a Q&A episode for you with two similarly themed questions having to do with relationships with other people. Here are the particular questions asked:

    • I feel bad about moving out due to my roommates borderline personality disorder. What can I do about this?
    • How can I connect to people again after getting out of an abusive relationship?

    As always, you can send me questions or topic suggestions to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    Sponsors:

    Check out Himalaya Ashwaganha on Amazon and get 20% off your first order using the promo code "SELFHELP20"

    If you have treatment resistant depression, head over to greenbrooktms.com/duff to see if TMS treatment could be an option for you.

    Episode 227: Reaching Out for Help with Depression & Coping with Suicidal Thoughts Nov 05, 2020

    Hello, friends! A Q&A episode for you this week with some really vulnerable questions. Here are the questions asked:

    • I think I have depression, but don't know how to reach out. What can I do?
    • I don't self-harm anymore but still have suicidal thoughts. How can I make them go away?

    As always, you can send me questions for the show to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    Sponsors:

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    Episode 226: 32 Things in 32 Years Oct 29, 2020

    I just had a birthday and I decided to do something a bit silly. In this episode, I am running down 32 things I've done in my 32 years on this earth. It's not all bragging! You'll learn a few interesting things about me and my experience. I greatly appreciate you. Thank you for being there for another trip around the sun.

    Sponsors:

    Orgain - Awesome protein/nutritional shakes and other nutritional products. Head to tryorgain.com/duff

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    Episode 225: Auditory Hallucinations & Hitting a Roadblock with Depression and Anxiety Oct 22, 2020

    Hello, friends! This is a fascinating Q&A that answers a question relating to something we call non-clinical auditory hallucinations. In other words, hearing something that isn't actually there. I also offer advice on what you can do when you've hit a roadblock with your depression and anxiety. Enjoy!

    Check out my new website at http://robertduffphd.com

    If you have a question for a future episode, send it over to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    This episode was brought to you by Thrive Market. Head over to http://thrivemarket.com/duff for a free gift with your trial membership!

    Episode 224: What's Working for Me Right Now Oct 15, 2020

    Hello, friends! Today I have a looser episode structure for you. Simply me sitting and talking to you about a few things that are working for me right now. They are super random, but all represent things in my life that are helping me get through. In no particular order they are...

    • White boards
    • Boundaries
    • Waking up early
    • Coldbrew
    • Verbal journaling
    • Exercising
    • Audiobooks
    • Having grace with myself
    • Timing activities
    • PBAP

    See. Told you they were pretty random. I think you'll find some helpful tips in here though. Let me know what you think!

    If you have a question that you'd like answered or a topic for a future show, shoot me an email to duffthepsych@gmail.com.

    Episode 223: Episode 223: Is Hypnotherapy Valid? & Family Drama During the Holidays Oct 01, 2020

    Hello, friends! Bit of a short episode today, but great questions nonetheless! I also mention that I've been putting out more great content on Youtube and for my mailing list. Make sure you check those out as well if you can't get enough great mental health info!

    Here are the questions covered in this episode:

    • Does hypnotherapy work?
    • What can I do about my family issues during the holidays?

    As always you can send me your questions and topic suggestions to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    This episode is sponsored by Himalaya ashwagandha. Use the code SELFHELP20 at checkout on Amazon to get a hefty discount!

    Episode 222: Moving Through Crisis w/ My Wife Joelle Sep 24, 2020

    Hello, friends. A lot of you have been asking to an update from my wife, Joelle. Today, I have her on the show to talk about what led up to her recent mental health crisis and how things have progressed since that time. She has undergone six ketamine infusion treatments, started with a psychiatrist, and started with a new therapist. We talk about all of these things and she does an amazing job of making visual metaphors for the ways in which she is changing. Enjoy!

    This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Check out betterhelp.com/duff to get 10% off your first month of professional online therapy.

    Episode 221: Priced Out of Therapy & Living with a Traumatic Past Sep 17, 2020

    Hey, all!

    In this episode, I answer some awesome listener questions after rambling at your in a semi-lucid loopy tired state for a while. Here are the questions covered this episode:

    • What concrete work can people do to move on from trauma?
    • What can you do when your therapist prices you out?

    As always, you can send me your questions for the show to duffthepsych@gmail.com

    This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/duff for 10% off your first month of professional online therapy.

    Episode 220: I Don't Want Kids & Can I Call Therapist Between Sessions? Sep 10, 2020

    Hello, friends!

    Just a nice Q&A episode for you this week. Thank you all so much for the outpouring of support and care after the last episode. Things are definitely improving around here. Expect an update on our life soon! For today, here are the questions covered:

    • I have been struggling between therapy sessions, but don't want to bother my therapist about it. What can I do?
    • Should I go to therapy since I don't want to have kids following the death of my mother?

    As always, you can send me your questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com and if you'd like to learn more about all that I do, check out duffthepsych.com/starthere

    This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market. Check them out for sustainable organic groceries delivered straight to your door! Go to thrivemarket.com/duff for a special gift along with your trial membership!

    Episode 219: Getting Real and Personal About Crisis Options Aug 27, 2020

    This is an interesting episode. I honestly don't know if I'll keep it posted forever. It has been an exhausting and scary week. So I turned on the mic and just got real with you. My wife is struggling with her mental health and we have had to navigate the options for more intensive treatment, which has been extremely frustrating. I talk about inpatient hospitalization, residential programs, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs, and more. Basically, I ramble about what we are going through as a family for almost an hour. It's raw and it's real. I hope it helps you feel less alone.

    Episode 218: Lifestyle and Habit Changes for Anxiety Aug 20, 2020

    Hello, friends! I hope that where ever you are, you are not absolutely melting from heat like I am. Even if you are, go chill in the air conditioning and settle in because this episode's a long one.

    In this episode, I share the audio from THREE whole lessons of my online course, Kick Anxiety's Ass. These lessons talk all about structural changes to your life that you can make and habits that you can build to further support your anxiety conquest.

    Since each lesson is over 20 minutes, this episode clocks in at well over an hour.

    If you love what you hear, please check out the online course that it came from at kickanxietycourse.com

    This episode is brought to you by Better Help. Visit betterhelp.com/duff for 10% off your first month of online professional counseling.

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