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What 'Inside Out 2' Got Right About Anxiety, Per A Psychologist

Jun 19, 2024
Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour discusses the accuracy of anxiety and puberty portrayal in Inside Out 2. She provides guidance on managing anxiety. The podcast delves into the evolution of anxiety, panic attacks, and teenage mental health in the movie.
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  • Anxiety plays a vital role as a natural emotion, offering protection within healthy boundaries.
  • Puberty triggers intense emotions due to neural upgrades that prioritize emotions over rationality.

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Evolution of Emotions in Inside Out 2

Inside Out 2 depicts Riley as a 13-year-old navigating through puberty and the challenges that come with it. Clincial psychologist Lisa DeMoor explains how the film's portrayal of new emotions like envy, embarrassment, ennui, and anxiety aligns with the evolving scientific understanding of emotions. The addition of anxiety as a central character showcases its importance as a natural human emotion, highlighting its protective role when within bounds.

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