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Psychology Tidbits

Psychology Tidbits

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Ask Dr. Carlos Psychology tidbits is a 60-90 second discussion about psychological concepts and the latest research on human behaviorCopyright Circle Of Insight Productions Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Medicating Childhood Anxiety: What the FDA's Approval of Escitalopram for Kids Really Tells Us About Risk, Evidence, and Trust

    Medicating Childhood Anxiety: What the FDA's Approval of Escitalopram for Kids Really Tells Us About Risk, Evidence, and Trust
    Jun 8 2026
    In 2023 the FDA approved escitalopram, sold as Lexapro, for generalized anxiety disorder in children as young as seven, a decision resting largely on a single industry-sponsored trial that showed only a modest statistical advantage over placebo on the Pediatric Anxiety Rating Scale. What that approval did not make headlines for was the roughly sixfold increase in treatment-emergent suicidal ideation observed in the trial data, a finding that puts the entire risk-benefit calculus into sharp relief for clinicians and families alike. This episode breaks down the trial methodology, what the evidence actually supports, how industry funding shapes the research landscape in pediatric psychopharmacology, and what psychologists and parents need to understand before accepting a prescription as a first-line answer to a child's anxiety.
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    8 mins
  • Separate Fact From Fiction: What Science Really Says About ADHD Medications

    Separate Fact From Fiction: What Science Really Says About ADHD Medications
    Jun 5 2026
    If you are navigating treatment options for ADHD, understanding the true real-world benefits of stimulant medications is essential. This episode breaks down complex medical data to answer whether these prescriptions genuinely lower car crash risks, boost GPAs, or decrease emergency room visits. Tune in to get clear, actionable, and objective insights that bypass the data hype to help you make informed healthcare decisions
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    4 mins
  • Beyond Chemistry: The Nietzsche Guide to Marriage and Intellectual Connection

    Beyond Chemistry: The Nietzsche Guide to Marriage and Intellectual Connection
    Jun 4 2026
    Are you prioritizing the wrong traits when looking for a long-term partner? This episode dives into Friedrich Nietzsche’s revolutionary perspective on why conversational compatibility is the true secret to a successful marriage. Learn why physical attraction fades, how intellectual alignment sustains a bond, and how to evaluate your relationship's long-term potential.
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    7 mins
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