The Psych Studio Podcast
The Psych Studio Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Psych Studio Podcast — your window into the fascinating world of the mind. Each episode, we’ll explore the inner workings of the brain, the science of mental health, and the complex psychological forces that shape our thoughts, emotions, and everyday lives. This is The Psych Studio Podcast. Where psychology comes to life.
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The podcast focuses on a variety of mental health topics, including Major Depressive Disorder, anxiety disorders, and emotional regulation. Specific episode examples feature in-depth discussions on the DSM-5 criteria for depression, neuroanatomy related to mental health, and practical treatment strategies like 'opposite action' from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. The show aims to debunk myths about mental health while providing evidence-based insights and interventions.
The Psych Studio Podcast is where psychology meets real life. Hosted by clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist Tom Kiely, PhD, the show breaks down complex mental health topics into clear, thoughtful, and relatable conversations. From brain-based explanations of everyday struggles to evidence-based tools you can actually use, each episode blends science, storytelling, and humanity. Curious, compassionate, and refreshingly honest—this is a space to better understand your mind, your relationships, and yourself.
KEYWORDS
Thanksgiving, politics, social psychology, cognitive biases, in-group, out-group, morality, social media, political division, bridging divides
SUMMARY
In this episode, Dr. Tom Kiely explores the psychological factors contributing to political division, particularly during family gatherings like Thanksgiving. He delves into social psychology, cognitive biases, in-group versus out-group dynamics, and the role of morality in political judgment. The discussion also highlights the impact of social media algorithms on political discourse and offers pathways for bridging divides through empathy, critical thinking, and intergroup dialogue.
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SELECTED REFERENCES:
- Allcott, H., & Gentzkow, M.6 (2017). Social Media and Fake News in the 2016 Election. Journal of Economic Perspectives, 31(2), 211-236.
- Allport, G. W. (1954). The Nature of Prejudice. Addison-Wesley.
- Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. (2023, September 5). Polarization, Democracy, and Political Violence in the United States: What the Research Says. https://carnegieendowment.org/research/2023/09/polarization-democracy-and-political-violence-in-the-united-states-what-the-research-says?lang=en
- DePaul University. (n.d.). Bridging the Divide: 30 Strategies for Reducing Polarization at the Neighborhood Level. https://resources.depaul.edu/abcd-institute/publications/publications-and-learnings/Documents/Bridging%20the%20Divide%2030%20Strategies%20for%20Reducing%20Polarization%20at%20the%20Neighborhood%20Level.pdf
- Levy, R. (2021).7 Social Media, News Consumption, and Polarization: Evidence from a Field Experiment. American Economic Review, 111(3), 831-870.
- Nickerson, R. S. (1998). Confirmation bias: A ubiquitous phenomenon in many guises. Review of General Psychology, 2(2), 175-220.
- Number Analytics. (n.d.). Cognitive Biases in Politics. https://www.numberanalytics.com/blog/cognitive-biases-in-politics
- Pariser, E. (2011). The Filter Bubble: What the Internet Is Hiding from You. Penguin Press.
- ResearchGate.net. (n.d.). Politics makes bastards of us all: Why moral judgment is politically situational. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/377439620_Politics_makes_bastards_of_us_all_Why_moral_judgment_is_politically_situational
- Stanford Graduate School of Business. (n.d.). 10 Tips for Tackling Political Polarization in the Workplace and Beyond. https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/insights/10-tips-tackling-political-polarization-workplace-and-beyond8
- Sumner, W. G. (1906). Folkways: A study of the sociological importance of usages, manners, customs, mores, and morals. Ginn and Company.
- Taber, C. S., & Lodge, M. (2006). Motivated skepticism9 in the evaluation of political beliefs. American Journal of Political Science, 50(3), 755-769.
- Tajfel, H., & Turner, J. C. (1979). An integrative theory of intergroup conflict. Journal of Social Psychology, 33(3), 47-63.
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