Episodes

  • 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
  • The Surprising Science of Civic Honesty: Why More Money Makes People More Honest

    The Surprising Science of Civic Honesty: Why More Money Makes People More Honest
    May 27 2026
    groundbreaking 2019 global experiment revealed that people are more likely to return lost wallets containing money than empty ones, challenging assumptions about human self-interest. This podcast explores the study’s surprising findings, psychological mechanisms like theft aversion and altruism, and confirming research from replications worldwide. We also examine whether factors like age, gender, ethnicity, culture, or inequality influence honesty in everyday moral dilemmas.
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    5 mins
  • The Educated Brain: What Your Degree Actually Does to Your Risk for Dementia

    The Educated Brain: What Your Degree Actually Does to Your Risk for Dementia
    May 26 2026
    The research is clear that more education is linked to lower dementia risk, but the mechanics behind that relationship are far more interesting and complicated than the headline suggests. This episode breaks down what cognitive reserve really means, why the protection is not what most people think it is, and what the data actually shows when you separate bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral attainment. By the end, you will understand both why schooling matters for your aging brain and why a PhD is not a guarantee of anything.
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    7 mins
  • Generational Differences in Dating: Texts After the First Date, Early Intimacy, and Second-Date Timing

    Generational Differences in Dating: Texts After the First Date, Early Intimacy, and Second-Date Timing
    May 25 2026
    
This episode examines how Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z approach contemporary dating etiquette in distinct ways shaped by technology, culture, and shifting values. We discuss optimal post-first-date communication, generational attitudes toward sexual intimacy on early dates, and practical guidance on when to schedule the next meeting. Listeners will gain evidence-based insights to navigate modern dating with clarity and respect, regardless of their age or the generation of their partner.
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    5 mins
  • Height Matters: The Data Behind Dating’s Tallest Taboo

    Height Matters: The Data Behind Dating’s Tallest Taboo
    May 21 2026
    A deep dive into KeeperAI’s massive dataset revealing stark height preferences in modern dating, where a 5’0” man appeals to just 5% of women while a 6’0” man reaches 93%. We explore supporting research from speed-dating studies, online dating analyses, and evolutionary psychology, plus how age, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity influence these patterns. With a balanced look at biology, culture, and real-world outcomes, this episode challenges both extremes—height obsession and denial—while offering practical insights for singles.
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    6 mins
  • The SSRI Paradox: What Korea’s 2002 Prescription Restrictions Teach Us About Mental Health Policy

    The SSRI Paradox: What Korea’s 2002 Prescription Restrictions Teach Us About Mental Health Policy
    May 20 2026
    When South Korea restricted non-psychiatrists from prescribing SSRI antidepressants for longer than 60 days in 2002, the nation unintentionally set off a devastating longitudinal case study in public health. This episode examines the clinical correlation between reduced antidepressant access and the subsequent escalation of national suicide rates over the following decades. We dissect the behavioral pharmacology of depression, the critical importance of early intervention, and how restrictive healthcare policies can radically alter patient outcomes.
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    8 mins