Psychology Goes to the Movies!

A NOTE FROM DR. KIELY: Hey all! Thanks so much for being here. A couple of remarks about the production of this episode. First, I'm so sorry I'm late with this one! I had a number of obstacles that I needed to hurdle in its creation: my wifi was down for over a week. Then, I had to record this from my office, which is NOT the ideal recording setting (SO MUCH BACKGROUND AND STREET NOISE!). AND, let's not forget the holidays preoccupied me. You'll notice that this recording is rather poor quality, but it is by far the best cut from the many MANY recording attempts needed to make this episode a reality. Thanks for your patience, and thanks for being here. -Best, Tom. Keywordspsychology, film, mental health, bipolar disorder, Munchausen by proxy, sexual assault, narcissistic abuse, OCD, social anxiety, psychological syndromesSummaryIn this episode of the Psych Studio podcast, Dr. Tom Kiely explores the intersection of psychology and film, examining how various psychological syndromes are depicted in movies. He discusses bipolar disorder through 'Silver Linings Playbook' and 'Infinitely Polar Bear', Munchausen by proxy with 'Run', the aftermath of sexual assault in 'Sorry Baby', narcissistic abuse in 'The Invisible Man', OCD in 'As Good As It Gets', and social anxiety in 'Eighth Grade'. The episode emphasizes the importance of accurate mental health representation in film and how these narratives can deepen our understanding of psychological experiences.TakeawaysThe end of the year can be both beautiful and exhausting.Film can capture the complexity of psychological syndromes.Bipolar disorder is often oversimplified in media.Munchausen by proxy involves a caregiver's need for validation.Sexual assault trauma is about rupture in identity and safety.Narcissistic abuse can continue even after a relationship ends.OCD is a disorder driven by anxiety, not preference.Social anxiety is often misunderstood as mere shyness.Accurate film portrayals can foster empathy and understanding.The Psych Studio podcast aims to expand its reach with a YouTube channel.SUBSCRIBE:🔔 Subscribe to access bi-weekly podcast episodes: [PODCAST LINK]  GET IN TOUCH WITH DR. KIELY:PRIVATE PRACTICE WEBSITEPSYCHOLOGY TODAYLINKEDININSTAGRAM PSYCHOLOGY TODAY:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us SUICIDE AND CRISIS HOTLINE: Dial 988https://988lifeline.org/ MUSIC:Cozy Holidays: Soundrollhttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/cozy-holidaysLicense code: XACSQXFRMJ3WQV2P Snow-Fi: Prigidahttps://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/snow-fiLicense code: HGFYPCJDLYL2RJHN Cocoa and Vinyl: Hey Pluto!https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/cocoa-and-vinylLicense code: W1AEEHKWQMK6P6QP Fireside: Pecan Piehttps://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/firesideLicense code: WTM35IZPIFAHKUSK Lush: 21 On the Blockhttps://uppbeat.io/t/21-on-the-block/lushLicense code: WJDCKYPOA3IZVLOR 432 Hz Healing Meditation Pack: AuraStockhttps://audiojungle.net/item/432-hz-healing-meditation-pack/29794630License code: 77282a2c-7be7-4547-a30e-46da15d4df99 Chill Ambient Pack 1: Skanoirhttps://audiojungle.net/item/chill-ambient-pack-1/1455677License code: d08c1ca6-4f23-41ef-be0f-1f8c3d898044 Tell Them: Tatamihttps://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/tell-themLicense code: FFJXX3I3GUHNE6NB Street Cred: Anteroshttps://uppbeat.io/t/anteros/street-credLicense code: W7XEHCU0U6DSGN9Q Golden Hills: Coralshttps://uppbeat.io/t/corals/golden-hillsLicense code: RIN65M53ERWDC9MS It Doesn’t Have to End: Tim Schauferthttps://uppbeat.io/t/tim-schaufert/it-doesnt-have-to-endLicense code: YIFQSPPFQ2HQD3FO Slow Down: HLFMNhttps://uppbeat.io/t/hlfmn/slow-downLicense code: 7YIWAJNANVVYNGC5 Summer Pop Lemonade: SonicMoodhttps://audiojungle.net/item/summer-pop-lemonade/53371178License code: 14a92b7e-e924-4c82-9de5-f8aa3518b752 Rock Your Surfboard: Yeti Musichttps://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/rock-your-surfboardLicense code: 343U0UCD8ZHJYTR