The Weaponization of Therapyspeak
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This episode of Cognitive Dissonance takes a hard look at "Therapyspeak"—the modern trend of using clinical psychology terms in everyday life. While these words can help us understand ourselves, they are increasingly being used to control others, avoid responsibility, and even mask emotional abuse.
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