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How Bad Therapy Can Harm a Generation (ft. Abigail Shrier)

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Podcast

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The Challenges of 'Bad Therapy'

This chapter analyzes the phenomenon of 'bad therapy' and its potential negative effects on today's youth, despite increased access to mental health resources. The speaker addresses the contrasting experiences of adults and children in therapeutic settings and critiques the overemphasis on negative emotions. Ultimately, the conversation raises concerns about the efficacy of social-emotional learning (SEL) programs and their unintended consequences for children's emotional well-being.

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