Millennial Mental Health Channel

Pathologic Demand Avoidance is not officially recognized in the United States, but is something that parents are talking about online more than ever. In this episode, Justin and Eddie talk about why it is not officially recognized, give multiple definitions, and discuss why it could be the next big diagnosis in pediatric mental health. It could give us an answer to "are kids lazy, or is there some...

The Manosphere influencers on social media have a lock on Gen Z men. It is changing social and political views, and changing the way young men and women interact with each other. In this episode, Eddie and Justin dive into the recent Netflix Documentary Into The Manosphere to discuss how these trends are bad for mental health. 

Every year millions of Americans experience traumatic experiences in hospitals. In this episode, Dr. Justin tells a story about the recent birth of his child and his wife’s near death experience. The episode has a special musical break, so stay tuned until the end!

Eddie and Justin sit down with Colette Ghunim, director of the award winning film Traces of Home. In this documentary, Colette travels to the homes that her parents in Palestine and Mexico, and learns of the traumas they experienced. Helping her parents address their traumas helps her understand her own truamas and begin the healing process.  Colette is full of spiritual wisdom and encouraging wor...

School counselors play a huge role in the mental health of students across the country. So, for this National School Counseling Week, Eddie and Justin give props to perhaps the group of people who deserve it the most. Learn about the education and training to become a school counselor, and hear Justin's story of a school counselor telling him exactly what he needed to hear in high school.  

Young people often say that school is the biggest stressor in their lives. In this episode Eddie and Justin ask the question: is school stressing kids out and leading to more mental health problems? They lean on their own experiences, and review some scientific papers on the subject. Plus, learn about other school systems in the world that are less stressful and have better outcomes. 

Eddie and Justin kick off the new year talking about New Years resolutions with stats and facts, and some tips to help you stick to healthy lifestyle changes. They recap their favorite moments of 2025, and discuss what they are most hopeful for in 2026. 

Although the holidays are supposed to be a magical time of year, it consistently brings a rise in substance use and overdoses. In this episode Justin and Eddie break down some of these trends, help the listers understand why the holidays can be so stressful (especially for those with trauma), and provide resources for people looking for help. The emphasis is always love and understanding, not just...

Eddie and Justin have been doing this show for 6 years. On this episode they recap their business trip to Portugal. Then, they discuss how life, mental health, and the world have changed in the last 6 years. 

Five years ago Isaiah was a guest on MMHC, and a lot has changed for him. He went from a youth pastor aspiring to be a neurosurgeon to being an atheist psychiatrist. In this episode, hear how residency training and life beat him down, and rebuilt him into the man the he is today. 

A recent study shows that asking deep questions strengthens relationships. In this episode, Eddie and Justin dive into some deep questions about life, family, and career. They share tips on how to start conversations with young people, make a decent amount of 50 cent references, and strengthen their own friendship. 

A recent lawsuit involving Chat GPT alleges that the AI chat bot may have contributed to the suicide of a 16 year old young person. Is this an isolated incident, or are there other examples? Are politicians doing anything to address these concerns? Does Mr. Turner in Boy Meets World have the perfect mullet? Find out the answers and more on this episode of MMHC. 

Cell Phone bans in schools are happening all across the world. Find out which states have them and which don't, what methods are working, and what Eddie's school is doing right now. Plus, find out if putting iPads in school was based on any scientific research. 

Eddie and Justin need a break from the negativity. So they discuss good news, personal accomplishments, favorite music, and Justin's immaculate Cheech Marin impression. 

Family therapy is one of the most imporant and useful types of therapy, and the world needs more family therapists! Luckily, two of them offered to be on the show. Michelle Garcia and Kelly Gonyer are the co-hosts of The Ritual Sisters Podcast. On this episode, Eddie and Justin chat with Michelle and Kelly about thier own family dynamics, the journey to becoming family therapists, and some tips fo...

With so much negativity bombarding us through the media, it is easy to feel like showing compassion to others is becoming harder. On this episdoe, Eddie and Justin dive into the concept of compassion fatigue. They list the causes, signs, and things you can do to combat it. 

The world is way behind on understanding tech and smartphone addiction. In this episode Eddie and Justin discuss how much progress has been made in the 3 years since Dr. Justin released his TEDx talk on the subjuect. Find out what countries are doing to protect their youth, and what states are leading the charge. 

The hit show Adolescence on Netflix was a cinematic marvel that brilliantly incorporated themes of masculinity, digital media, and the disconnect between parents in kids. In this episode, Eddie and Justin break down some of these themes, and compare them to what kids are going through today in real life. Spolier alerts ahead! 

The head of Health and Human Services RFK Junior made some questionable statements on Autism earlier this year. So, Eddie and Justin decided to do another episode on autism spectrum disorder to evaluate his claims, and examine some of the science and evidence around autism and vaccines. Plus, you get to hear Dr. Justin's excellent RFK Jr impression.  

Dreams are a big part of mental health, neurology, and psychology. In this episode, Eddie and Justin discuss the history, science, and meaning of dreams. Plus, find out which of the most important human inventions came from dreams. 

The generation that you grow up in tends to define how you think about mental health issues. In this episode, Justin and Eddie talk about why there are differences between Boomers, Zoomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and more. The better we can understand others, the better we can empathize. 

Child stars are some of the most famous people on earth, instantly recognizable anywhere. The typical thoughts on child stars is that they struggle to transition to adulthood, but is that really true? In this episode Eddie and Justin break down some of their favorite child stars from the 90s. They look at scientific data on the subject, and dive into how former child stars actually feel about thei...

People with disabilities have every right to pursue an education, a great meal, and fair treatment. And there are laws in place to help them. In this episode, Eddie and Justin explain the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws and court cases that have shaped the United States. They explain how people with disabilities can get assistance with their mental health at work and in school...

Have you ever wondered why horror games and movies are so appealing to certain people? In this episode Eddie and Justin answer this question by exploring the psychology of horror. They also look at horror games being marketed to children. Plus, find out which co-host is a huge weenie when it comes to horror. 

Have you ever wondered which religion is the happiest? Luckily, there is a study on that! On this episode Eddie and Justin share their religious backgrounds, discuss the basics of major world religions, and dive into a paper that looks at which religions are the happiest.