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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including murder, mental health disorders, and legal proceedings related to violent crimes.    Welcome, fellow curious minds, to another spine-tingling episode of Spooky Psychology. In Part 2 of discussing the insanity plea and the Sydney Powell case, we dive into some diagnoses that were brought up during her trial. What exactly is Schizophrenia? How is it different from Schizoaffective disorder?  Tune in and we'll unpack each one, and why diagnoses shared in expert testimony can vary so much.  We also debunk what psychosis is and what typical psychotic episodes look like.... and it's probably not what you expect or the way the media portrays it.   A giant thank you to Mentalyc for sponsoring this episode! If you'd like to give their AI progress notes a try be sure to add SPOOKY10 at checkout! Visit them at: https://www.mentalyc.com/   We love hearing from you! Keep in touch:   Our new website: https://spookypsychpodcast.com/spookypsychologypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spookypsychpodcast/?utm_source=qr Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spookypsychology Email us with feedback and ideas!: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------- References from today's show:   https://www.courttv.com/news/oh-v-sydney-powell-mother-stabbed-murder-trial/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519704/table/ch3.t20/   https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323193   https://www.verywellmind.com/borderline-personality-disorder-diagnosis-425174   https://www.psychosisnet.com/psychosis/5-stages-of-psychosis-and-recovery/ https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Psychosis  

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including murder, mental health disorders, and legal proceedings related to violent crimes.    Welcome, fellow curious minds, to another spine-tingling episode of Spooky Psychology.  Today, we venture into a very recent case in true crime- the Sydney Powell case.  But this isn't just an episode of discussing the horror that took place in Ohio. It's a dive into the complexities of the human mind and the intricacies of the insanity plea in our American justice system. We'll navigate the treacherous terrain of the insanity defense, unraveling why it's notoriously challenging to prove in a court of law. We'll also delve into the perplexing puzzle for legal professionals and mental health experts alike. Most importantly, beyond the sensational headlines lies a deeper exploration—considerations from a compassionate mental health perspective.  Tune in for part 1 as we break down the logistics of the case and some fundemental pieces that are important to note when it comes to the "insanity plea" in America.      We love to hear from you! Keep in touch:   Our new website: https://spookypsychpodcast.com/spookypsychologypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spookypsychpodcast/?utm_source=qr Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spookypsychology Email us with feedback and ideas!: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------- References from today's show:   https://www.courttv.com/news/oh-v-sydney-powell-mother-stabbed-murder-trial/ https://www.eonline.com/news/1388300/ohio-woman-23-sentenced-to-15-years-to-life-in-prison-for-stabbing-mom-over-college-suspension https://medium.com/illumination/she-died-in-the-hands-of-her-daughter-after-there-were-screams-and-thuds-452a954cd55e https://www.lawinfo.com/resources/criminal-defense/not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity.html    

TRICK OR TREAT, Spooky Peeps!  After a spellbinding hiatus, Spooky Psychology is back, resurrected from the depths of eerie silence and now more bewitching than ever. We've conjured a host of audio enhancements that'll send shivers down your spine this season! Gather around, because tonight, under the shadowy cloak of the moon, we delve deep into the spine-chilling realm of Sleep Disorders. Join us as we discuss the stages of sleep deprivation, sleepwalking, confront the sinister specter of sleep paralysis, and uncover the eerie enigma of exploding head syndrome. Plus, we dare to ask, what exactly is 'normal' when the realm of sleep is so paranormal? Be sure to visit our brand-new, website and Instagram. And if you'd like to support our more professional journey, consider becoming a Patron. If this episode leaves you enchanted, kindly leave us a review. We're just dying to hear from you! Our new website: https://spookypsychpodcast.com/spookypsychologypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spookypsychpodcast/?utm_source=qr Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spookypsychology Email us with feedback and ideas!: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------- References from today's show: TV static sound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bf7NbRFyg3Y https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/index.html DSM V The Mayo Clinic https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150409-i-have-exploding-head-syndrome#:~:text=The%20physician%20Silas%20Weir%20Mitchell,would%20wake%20them%20from%20sleep. https://www.buzzfeed.com/danieldalton/wake-up-wake-up-wake-up https://www.healthline.com/health/sleep-deprivation/sleep-deprivation-stages   https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21974-sleep-paralysis https://www.thensf.org/sleep-facts-and-statistics/  

We are back! Big thanks to you all for your patience. Sources: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/understanding-adult-fire-setting-pyromania-arson https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-new-brain/201811/inside-the-mind-arsonist https://www.blueline.ca/the-psychology-of-arson-part-one/ https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/understanding-adult-fire-setting-pyromania-arson https://www.apa.org/monitor/julaug04/types https://www.hopkinsallchildrens.org/Patients-Families/Health-Library/HealthDocNew/Firesetting https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s/2019/crime-in-the-u.s.-2019/topic-pages/arson https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0001691822002499?via%3Dihub https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Leonard_Orr https://medium.com/crimebeat/the-pyromaniac-arson-investigator-113f22171a52 https://www.oxygen.com/a-lie-to-die-for/crime-time/john-leonard-orr-serial-arsonist-unpublished-book-arrest/california https://crimestory.com/2020/01/24/a-convicted-fireman-arsonist-and-me-the-facts-as-i-knew-them/    

Welcome to spooky psychology with Megan and Lauren. Today we are discussing the psychology of Incels. ALL the trigger warnings for this episode (SA, pedophilia, racism, homophobia, violence against women, etc.) ** UPDATE** we are going to take a brief hiatus until the new year so that we can make sure we are consistently coming out with content. See you in 2023 and stay spooky! References Meriam Webster https://crestresearch.ac.uk/resources/a-short-introduction-to-the-involuntary-celibate-sub-culture/ https://www.vox.com/2018/6/20/17314846/incel-support-group-therapy-black-pill-mental-health   https://sci-hub.st/10.1177/0886260520959625 Broyd, J., Boniface, L., Parsons, D., Murphy, D., & Hafferty, J. (2022). Incels, violence and mental disorder: A narrative review with recommendations for best practice in risk assessment and clinical intervention. BJPsych Advances, 1-11. doi:10.1192/bja.2022.15   https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/articles-heterodoxy/202208/inside-the-minds-the-incels https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/mar/16/involuntary-celibates-incels-threat-us-secret-service https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/minority-report/202007/the-incel-ideology  

Welcome to Spooky Psychology with Megan and Lauren! Today we're discussing psychological marketing tactics and getting specific about advertising to children and the new trend of "gentle parenting."  Become a Patron at: https://www.patreon.com/spookypsychology references: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-consumer-psychology-2794899 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/consumer-behavior https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-modern-brain/201911/3-cognitive-shortcuts-exploited-marketers https://theconversation.com/what-is-gentle-parenting-an-expert-explains-184282 https://www.newyorker.com/books/under-review/the-harsh-realm-of-gentle-parenting https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/style/what-is-gentle-parenting/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-choice/202003/7-reasons-panic-buying-behavior https://www.nbcnews.com/better/pop-culture/target-effect-psychologist-explains-why-you-can-t-just-buy-ncna923456 https://www.crowdspring.com/marketing-psychology/ https://www.allbusiness.com/how-to-market-to-kids-1965-1.html https://www.apa.org/pubs/reports/advertising-children

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