Why Don’t People Just Go to Therapy When They need it?! (Part 1)

  In this episode of Psychologytakeaway, Jim and Ralph—two actual psychologists, not just guys with microphones—dig into the surprising and often frustrating reasons why so many people avoid or delay getting therapy. From the weight of stigma to the myth that “it’s not that bad,” they explore the internal and social barriers that keep people from seeking help—even when they need it most. Expect real talk, a few laughs, and zero judgment as they unpack the psychology behind not going to a psychologist. Part one of a two-part series LEARN MORE The Enigma of Stigma: Redefining The Way We Talk About Mental Health: https://www.ted.com/talks/sophie_riegel_the_enigma_of_stigma_redefining_the_way_we_talk_about_mental_health?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Mental illness can be tough to talk about, and yet, if we are going to reduce the stigma, we need to encourage honest, open dialogue. This talk shares the ways in which we may unconsciously perpetuate stigma and offers language that inspires safe and supportive conversation. There's no shame in taking care of your mental health: https://www.ted.com/talks/sangu_delle_there_s_no_shame_in_taking_care_of_your_mental_health?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare When stress got to be too much for TED Fellow Sangu Delle, he had to confront his own deep prejudice: that men shouldn't take care of their mental health. In a personal talk, Delle shares how he learned to handle anxiety in a society that's uncomfortable with emotions. As he says: "Being honest about how we feel doesn't make us weak -- it makes us human." You might find the book by Jerry Fuller and Jim on Reality Therapy helpful: you can read a sample at : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3LB14VH