E65. Sweet Tooth Cocaine: Psychology of Sugar Addiction

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05/17/23

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E65. Sweet Tooth Cocaine: Psychology of Sugar Addiction w/ Holistic Health Coach Lynne Wadsworth

#sugaraddiction #TherapyBites

Full show notes & transcript at https://www.podbean.com/site/search/index?v=therapybites

Welcome to another sugar-coated episode of TherapyBites with Doc Heath and the TBAL Team!

Welcome to TherapyBites with Doc Heath & the TBAL Team, featuring Lynne Wadsworth, sugar rehab expert!

We're exploring the psychology of sugar addiction and discussing:

1. Sugar's hidden dangers (as addictive as cocaine? )

2. Diet mentality & disease

3. Anti-aging & longevity secrets

4. Thriving in mid-life & beyond

Lynne Wadsworth, founder of Holistic Health & Wellness, LLC., shares her expertise on sugar addiction and living a healthy, energized life.

We'll ask Lynne:

1. Tackling sugar addiction

2. Her uniqueness in the health & wellness space

3. Personal obstacles overcome

4. Inspiring stories of people helped

5. Her biggest hurdles

6. Optimal health for ages 50, 60, 70 & beyond

7. First step on the sugar-free journey

8. Thoughts on anti-aging & longevity

Wrapping up with sweet lessons, takeaways, and Lynne's favorite secret sweet tooth hacks.

Don't miss Doc Heath's TherapyCouch question: What nightmarish food would you be buried beneath, and why?

Tune in to this life-changing, sugar-busting TherapyBites episode!

Go to https://TherapyBites.myshopify.com & grab some Lynne Wadsworth GUEST MERCH, specially designed to help keep this episode’s message “TOP of MIND” in your life! Don’t forget friends & family members who could use a mental boost too.

For further reading on sugar addiction, mental health, and CBT, check out these peer-reviewed articles:

1. Wiss, D. A., Avena, N., & Rada, P. (2018). Sugar addiction: From evolution to revolution. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 9, 545. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2018.00545

2. Markus, C. R., & Rogers, P. J. (2017). Food and mood: relationship between food, serotonin, and affective disorders. In The Oxford Handbook of Mood Disorders (pp. 349-362). Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199973965.013.34

3. Powell, P. A., Simpson, J., & Overton, P. G. (2020). An Introduction to the Theory of Planned Behavior and its Potential Application to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Frontiers in Psychology, 11, 587866. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.587866

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E64. The Service Dog Episode: Psychology of Support

#SupportAnimalSecrets #TherapyBites

Full show notes & transcript at https://www.podbean.com/site/search/index?v=therapybites

Today, we're diving into a dog’s eye view of the fascinating world of service & support animals. Ever wondered about the difference between service dogs, emotional support animals, and therapy animals? TBALrs, we're here to unleash some facts and kennel the confusion!

Join Dr. Heath and the A.R.T. LAB Team as they discuss the roles of these incredible animals and the impact they have on people's lives. They'll cover everything from the unique tasks performed by service dogs to the controversy surrounding emotional support animals. And yes, even a story about a Whopper hamburger being registered as a service dog!

If you're curious about the laws, training, and challenges faced by those with service & support animals, this episode is for you. Stay tuned, and learn how these furry companions can change lives for the better.

For further reading, here are three peer-reviewed articles on service and support animals and mental health:

1. Rodriguez, K. E., Bryce, C. I., Granger, D. A., & O'Haire, M. E. (2018). The effect of a service dog on salivary cortisol awakening response in a military population with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psychoneuroendocrinology, 98, 202-210.

2. Krause-Parello, C. A., & Gulick, E. E. (2015). Forensic interviews for children with an autism spectrum disorder and a comparison group: The role of animal-assisted intervention. Journal of Forensic Nursing, 11(3), 133-142.

3. Younggren, J. N., Boisvert, J. A., & Boness, C. L. (2016). Examining emotional support animals and role conflicts in professional psychology. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 47(4), 255-260.

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E66. Is God a Gumball Machine? Psychology of God, Grace, and Crisis of Faith

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In this thought-provoking episode of TherapyBites, join Doc Heath and the A.R.T. LAB Team as they tackle the challenge of maintaining faith amidst scandals involving religious leaders. Together, they delve into practical strategies, empowering perspectives, and resilient practices that can help individuals navigate the complexities of these trying times and uphold their beliefs.

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