Complex PTSD Recovery [on Spotify] : We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers

What if PTSD and chronic pain could be knocked out with one nearly risk-free medical procedure that's effective in 50-100% of patients? Let's talk about cutting edge research on the Stellate Ganglion Block. ⁠CHECK HERE for the figure mentioned in the ep This is the easy-breezy summary version For the video version go here ! For the NERD ED with research excerpts and extra info, go here !

Pulling together the research on Somatization and Revictimization, what becomes clear? ACEs, Disassociation, and Emotions are implicated...... by a central non-experience in childhood. Let's talk about emotional neglect; the predisposing factor to self-destruction. RESEARCH-NERD EDITION

It's anecdotally accepted; unideal communication experiences can correlate with the throat seizing up. In this paper, Beck et al examine "Laryngo-Responders" and find surprising connections between emotional neglect, unideal communication with self and other after traumatic events, and throat dysfunction. Full Chomp version (+research excerpts) SUPERNERD version (+research + results...

Trauma affects the voice... long-term? Can we understand undiagnosable vocal pathology in singers by looking at childhood trauma, attachment, and shame? This is the SUMMARY version of the episode - check the FULL CHOMP HERE !

What helps human predators detect human prey? We talk about revictimization and the subtle ways our bodies give us away to perpetrators. Time to learn about the Victim's Gait. Free Vids Stream! Watch it on Patreon!

How do vocal characteristics and word choice give away prior history of assault? In this ep we summarize two articles to find out. Want the full research story? She lives HERE , in the FULL CHOMP version . Or subscribe right here on Spotify for access!

Can psychopaths detect prior victims who may be vulnerable for future assault by their gait? The research suggests... yesh. Let's summarize two studies and explicitly describe how to walk for self-protection. For the full research episode, go here !

What's the link between childhood maltreatment and adult revictimization? Let's summarize the article Childhood maltreatment and adulthood victimization: An evidence-based model.

RELEASED from behind the paywall! A huge announcement for Motherfuckers. Follow, rate, review, share: Apple Podcasts! Spotify! Deezer! Research & creator support: Patreon

It's an overiew of men, women, trans and non-binary dating challenges we researched this month - and then let's talk about 5 unique anecdotal obstacles for the ladies in this bonus episode release from behind the paywall.

The controversial takes keep coming! Talking forced identities, the hate against 'fuckbois', everything a sign of upcoming abuse, and the targedy of the consent generation. Let's think outside the box and examine what's going wrong for the male populus.

Personal trauma histories that provoke abusive relationships on repeat, social bottles uncorking with obsession, internet stalking's merits & shortcomings, and what TO-DO as a guy looking for a date... We've covered a lot. Let's turn it into reflection and application.

Psychoeducation is the brightest point to come from Dystopia. Right guys? Right? ...Or has it been creating stronger predators and overconfident amateur fishermen? Today we talk about the Wellness shared reality and how it's impacting online dating, including the creation of annoying PUWBs floating all around. Duh-Dun Duh-Dun

This month in the Patreon feed we're talking romantic relationships and all the ways they go immediately wrong. In this recording we rap about emotionally masturbating as it crosses over with weird attachments & forming fake relationships as a coping mechanism - dooming any real relationship that might emerge to fail. And let's talk about the societal danger of protectively doping inst...

A month full of dealing with fear and determining who to be. In this release from the patreon stream, we talk about the terrors of time when you have a traumatized brain. Inconsistency, lapses, wormholes and sandtraps... we live in temporal funhouses. Let's talk about how an unstandard relationship with time affects our relationships and what to do about it.

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Rumination isn't only an annoyance, it's a predisposing factor for psychopathology. Here are 5 research-backed tips for changing the chronic thought pattern. summary In this ep we talk about practical strategies for managing cyclical thoughts. The discussion emphasizes the importance of visualization techniques, cognitive restructuring, and unfortunately self-acceptance, to break the tortu...

'Stop seeing everything so negatively." they say. But the cognitive behaviors underlying depression don't allow it. Let's talk about mental reactions and sticky patterns that outweigh false brightsides. Course! Workbook ! Patreon Vid! summary This conversation delves into the cognitive basis of depression, focusing on how neural networks, memory games, language, cognitive inhibiti...

If Facades of Conformity feel a bit much, how about Impression Management strategies? Let's talk about common strategies, the risks vs. rewards, and negative return on energetic investments. Course form! summary This conversation delves into the themes of conformity and impression management, exploring how individuals often sacrifice their true selves to fit societal expectations. It discusses...

It's a summary episode! What have we been talking about lately? Facades of Conformity as they overlap with CPTSD, RSD, and life-destruction. summary Let's talk about environmental mental illness, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), and the Facades of Conformity (FOCs) that individuals often adopt in various "supervisory" relationships. The discussion delves into the emotional to...

It's Pub Ep Time as we wrap up the month! Let's release a show from the recent vault. The RSD - "typical CPTSD experience" overlap is deep and wide. Let's talk about shutting down life, expression, and healing from heightened rejection sensitivity. summary We explore the intricate relationship between Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disor...

let's talk about environ mental illness, discussing how external stimuli and personal experiences contribute to psycho-emotional disruptions. Today, featuring a discussion emphasizing the importance of understanding anxiety, differentiating between various emotional states such as fear, stress, anxiety, phobia, and paranoia, and not being a dick to yourself on the other end. Free releases &amp...

In difficult times, it can be a SLEW of all five. Let's explore the distinctions between fear, anxiety, stress, phobia, and paranoia. It's important to notice these differences to manage your responses effectively. Have a silly metaphor and game plan for dealing with your psychic-physical reactions to help with the effort.

Beyond genetic predispositions and past traumas, current environments play a significant role in shaping well-being. External stressors and societal factors contribute to mental health challenges. Don't get up your own ass about struggles and backslides; let's acknowledge circumstantial stressors and recognize their impact on our recovery efforts.