From “gaslighting” to “boundaries” to “toxic,” therapy language has officially gone viral. In this episode, Doug and Kendall unpack how psychology has become part of everyday speech — and why that’s both empowering and misleading. In this episode of Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall, we break down the real meanings behind the most overused buzzwords, talk about how pop culture and social media have blurred clinical lines, and explore what happens when self-awareness turns into self-diagn...
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From “gaslighting” to “boundaries” to “toxic,” therapy language has officially gone viral. In this episode, Doug and Kendall unpack how psychology has become part of everyday speech — and why that’s both empowering and misleading. In this episode of Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall, we break down the real meanings behind the most overused buzzwords, talk about how pop culture and social media have blurred clinical lines, and explore what happens when self-awareness turns into self-diagn...
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall Parasocial Relationships
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
33 minutes
1 month ago
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall Parasocial Relationships
In this episode of Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall, we explore the fascinating world of parasocial relationships—the one-sided bonds we form with celebrities, influencers, and even fictional characters. Why do these connections feel so real, and what do they mean for our mental health? We break down the difference between healthy admiration and unhealthy obsession, share surprising “parasocial breakups,” and discuss how these relationships can act as both coping strategies and risks in...
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
From “gaslighting” to “boundaries” to “toxic,” therapy language has officially gone viral. In this episode, Doug and Kendall unpack how psychology has become part of everyday speech — and why that’s both empowering and misleading. In this episode of Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall, we break down the real meanings behind the most overused buzzwords, talk about how pop culture and social media have blurred clinical lines, and explore what happens when self-awareness turns into self-diagn...
