ManTalks Podcast Nick Carmody - Psychology, Politics, And Masculine Consciousness
Dec 6, 2021
Nick Carmody, an expert in psychology and politics, shares his transformative journey through trauma, including life-altering brain injuries and a tumultuous relationship. He discusses how these experiences reshaped his understanding of masculinity and mental health. The conversation touches on the stigma of therapy for men, the importance of positive role models, and the interplay between masculinity and political ideologies. Carmody advocates for nuanced discussions that promote emotional resilience and understanding in a polarized world.
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Nick's Journey to Psychology
- Nick Carmody discusses his life-changing TBIs in 2010 and his subsequent journey into psychology.
- His past experiences, including drug use and legal troubles, motivated him to pursue law and later psychology.
Understanding TBIs
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are typically caused by physical trauma to the head, like concussions or blunt force trauma.
- They differ from PTSD, which is a psychological disorder, though they can co-occur.
Life After TBI
- Nick Carmody describes his personal experience with a TBI, including equilibrium issues, brain fog, and memory problems.
- He emphasizes the frustration these changes cause, both for the individual and their loved ones.