Episode 51: Toxic Relationships

!!!SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING!!! On this episode, we get back to the research and commence the third round of story telling regarding kids in crisis. As we take a closer look into the conduct that many people exhibit, we'll also discuss some ways to prevent a potential conduct disorder from developing. From bad habits as an adolescent, to criminal charges as an adult, we'll examine some of the consequences and features of someone living with this condition. So please join as we get into some stories and features of, Conduct Disorder.

To celebrate Only Yesterday's anniversary, we're going to be revisiting some of the most popular episodes according to you, the listeners! From Narcissistic abuse, to extricating yourself from said abuse; all the way to therapy and a few stops in between. We'll be jumping straight into conversations that are still relevant to this day. So, whether you've heard the original episodes or not, everyone can get something from this special bonus episode! Thank you listeners and without you all, none of this is possible! Here's to the first year of the podcast!

For a more "relaxed" type of episode, I invite a familiar guest Adam to the table and take a moment to address some issues happening in our everyday lives. Whether you are the giver, the receiver, or just a spectator, many of us have seen toxic relationships and the effects of them. In this episode we're going to hear stories of the day-to-day while being in a "not so healthy" relationship; as well as acknowledging some red flags to keep in ones purview. So please sit with us as we discuss some issues that can arise from, Toxic Relationships.

!!!SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING!!! On this moving episode, I bring a guest and personal friend, Jake to the table as we discuss the complexities of parent loss. Given that there are a myriad of ways that someone could become un-alive; we give a refresher on some of the classifications of death, as well as the criteria that need to be met in order to be considered one form over another. So, please join us as we get a little vulnerable with the listeners and discuss, Parent Loss as an Adult.

For this episode, I bring a friend and fellow veteran to the table as we discuss some of the misconceptions about living on the spectrum. From old medical terminology, to modern perspectives regarding those with autism; we go over some the strengths and vulnerabilities for some of our more "Neurospicy" peers and friends. So please join us for an insightful discussion surrounding, Living on the Spectrum.

!!!SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING!!! In a follow-up episode, I bring my brother back to the table to have further discussions about psychosis. We address some more specific delusions, dreams, and overall what types of thoughts and perspectives we have in common with "everyday folk"; and it might surprise you to figure out how much! So get that brain thinking creatively and join us as we discuss, Living With Psychosis Part 2.

!!!SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING!!! For this episode I'll be discussing some of the misconceptions and symptoms of someone with antisocial personality disorder. From serial killers, all the way up to the people we love and care for who just can't seem to "get right". I'm sure most of us have been affected in one way or another when it comes to working with people like this, and during the episode, there's an opportunity for the listeners to get involved as well. So please join me as we uncover what it truly means to have Antisocial Personality Disorder!

In a short but powerful episode, I bring a guest Nev to the table as we discuss some features and misconceptions surrounding ADHD. We'll also be breaking down some of the older terminology in the clinical setting and how those definitions have modernized. It may surprise you to learn how much "normal" people have in common with those who have ADHD. So please join us as we discuss Living with ADHD.

We all know that times get rough and sometimes drastic measures have to be taken to keep the boat afloat. This episode we're talking about doing some "illegal selling"; either selling "illegal" things, or selling legal things in an illegal context. Have you ever wondered what s*x work, and selling food from your own kitchen have in common? Probably not what you're thinking, but you're on the right track! I also ask a question during the podcast and would love to hear your ideas and opinions regarding it. So please, sit with me for a moment as we talk about, Illegal Selling.

!!!SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING!!! For this episode, I bring a personal friend and guest Kellie to the show as we discuss a phenomenon that people have experienced for centuries. We're talking about hybristophilia. Which is the sexual attraction to people who commit crimes, as well as some of psychological theories and thought processes behind why people have these feelings. So whether you've committed a crime or not, take a moment to listen to this episode surrounding; Hybristophilia.