Modern Wisdom #599 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
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Mar 9, 2023 
Adam Lane Smith, a psychotherapist and author focused on attachment theory, shares captivating insights from his therapeutic practice. He discusses the striking communication differences between men and women and the alarming rise of depression medications among young girls. Adam explores why female sexual drive fluctuates in relationships and common dating pitfalls men should avoid. He also emphasizes the importance of emotional intimacy in enhancing relationships and critiques modern dating dynamics shaped by technology.
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Couples Therapy Timing
- Most couples therapy fails because one partner is already checked out.
- They use therapy as a final airing of grievances, not a genuine attempt to repair the relationship.
Divorce Discrepancy
- Women often contemplate leaving a relationship long before men realize it.
- Men are blindsided when women finally initiate divorce, as they've been invested for much longer.
Successful Couples Therapy
- Adam Lane Smith helped a couple with severe attachment issues and infidelity find happiness in just three sessions.
- Both partners were committed to making it work.