Topic: Clinical Psychology

3 chapters across the catalog

Old Trout
Episode 1552 1:45:44 - 1:49:11

1552: Old Trout

Psychology Today and AI Research Skepticism

The hosts analyze the research cited by *The New York Times* and *Psychology Today* supporting gender-affirming care, noting that many studies are from 2020 with small sample sizes. They highlight the lack of randomized controlled trials, which bioethicists claim would be "unethical" to conduct, effectively preventing rigorous scientific validation of the current medical protocols.

Under Salt
Episode 1501 2:56:15 - 2:59:59

1501: Under Salt

Election Anxiety and Mental Health Tips

The 2022 midterm elections are cited as a significant source of stress for two-thirds of American adults, according to the American Psychological Association. Symptoms of "election stress disorder" include tension, headaches, and "doom scrolling." Media outlets like the Today Show offer tips for coping, such as drinking water (H2O) and going for walks, to manage the psychological impact of the political cycle.

Gender Journey
Episode 1485 1:58:02 - 2:01:56

1485: Gender Journey

Yale Gender Program and Gender Journeys

Dr. Christi Olenski, director of the Yale Gender Program, describes her work with "gender expansive" individuals as young as three years old. The program focuses on "gender journeys" and medical interventions for children and young adults, which the hosts characterize as part of a broader institutional shift toward Marxist-influenced social engineering.