Something You Should Know The Rise of Psychobabble and the Brilliant History of Photography
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Sep 29, 2025 Joe Nucci, a psychotherapist and author of *Psychobabble*, explores how clinical mental health terms have infiltrated everyday language, raising concerns about the implications of such casual usage. Anika Burgess, a writer and photo editor, delves into the captivating origins of photography, revealing how early technologies transformed art and communication. The discussion includes the evolution of portraiture, the impact of Kodak on amateur photography, and the intriguing stories behind early photographic practices. A fascinating blend of psychology and visual history!
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Make Vacations Happier With Planning And Novelty
- Plan vacations in advance to extend the pleasure of anticipation.
- Choose shorter trips and new destinations to maximize memory impact and happiness.
Definitions Have Expanded, Blurring Normal And Clinical
- Diagnostic categories have broadened over time, partly due to insurance and access to care.
- That blurring makes everyday problems of living more likely to be labeled as disorders.
Validation Helps — But Not Every Struggle Is Illness
- Therapists often validate and normalize emotions, which can help clinical symptoms.
- But some life struggles are problems of living, not mental illness, and can be overmedicalized.
