Doctor Ali MattuPsychology is hard to discover and understand. That’s why I give it away to the public. Here’s how I communicate the science of psychology and how you can too.
In his 1969 presidential address to the American Psychological Association (http://psycnet.apa.org/record/1970-10231-001), George Miller spoke of giving psychology away: “…psychology must be practiced by nonpsychologists…the secrets of our trade need not be reserved for highly trained specialists. Psychological facts should be passed out freely to all who need and can use them…There simply are not enough psychologists, even including nonprofessionals, to meet every need for psychological services. The people at large will have to be their own psychologists, and make their own applications of the principles that we establish. Our responsibility is less to assume the role of experts and try to apply psychology ourselves than to give it away to the people who really need it."
THE PSYCH SHOW! Making psychology fun and easy to understand. Produced, written, and edited by clinical psychologist Ali Mattu, Ph.D. All videos are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute clinical advice.
Why I give psychology awayDoctor Ali Mattu2018-04-13 | Psychology is hard to discover and understand. That’s why I give it away to the public. Here’s how I communicate the science of psychology and how you can too.
In his 1969 presidential address to the American Psychological Association (http://psycnet.apa.org/record/1970-10231-001), George Miller spoke of giving psychology away: “…psychology must be practiced by nonpsychologists…the secrets of our trade need not be reserved for highly trained specialists. Psychological facts should be passed out freely to all who need and can use them…There simply are not enough psychologists, even including nonprofessionals, to meet every need for psychological services. The people at large will have to be their own psychologists, and make their own applications of the principles that we establish. Our responsibility is less to assume the role of experts and try to apply psychology ourselves than to give it away to the people who really need it."
THE PSYCH SHOW! Making psychology fun and easy to understand. Produced, written, and edited by clinical psychologist Ali Mattu, Ph.D. All videos are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute clinical advice.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-1-1 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: http://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit http://chat.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/GetHelp/LifelineChat.aspx - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomWhat if my therapist doesnt believe me?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-10-04 | ...Have social anxiety? Give effective compliments!Doctor Ali Mattu2023-10-04 | ...Psychologist explains mindfulnessDoctor Ali Mattu2023-10-04 | ...Psychologist reacts to The SopranosDoctor Ali Mattu2023-10-03 | ...Can you become a therapist if you have a mental illness?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-10-02 | ...Talking about your feelings isnt always the solutionDoctor Ali Mattu2023-10-02 | ...Anxiety is like the boss enemy music (with no boss)Doctor Ali Mattu2023-10-01 | ...Uncertainty fuels worriesDoctor Ali Mattu2023-10-01 | ...Easy grounding skill for anxietyDoctor Ali Mattu2023-10-01 | ...All mental health is on a continuumDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-30 | ...When anxiety makes you feel like things arent realDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-30 | ...Psychologist reacts to HBOs BarryDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-29 | ...What is a good coping skill?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-09-29 | ...Doing this will keep you STUCK in anxietyDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-29 | ...How to find the right therapist for youDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-29 | ...Psychologist reacts to HBOs EuphoriaDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-28 | ...Acceptance is about letting go of the struggleDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-28 | ...Anxiety can be an invisible problemDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-28 | ...Why do some develop phobias while others dont?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-09-27 | ...What bipolar disorder feels likeDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-27 | ...Socially anxious people want connectionDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-27 | ...Being in a relationship with a therapistDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-26 | ...If youre worried someone is suicidal, ask themDoctor Ali Mattu2023-09-26 | For mental health resources visit: alimattu.com/resourcesYour thoughts might be scary. That doesn’t make them dangerous.Doctor Ali Mattu2023-09-26 | ...Do you have anxiety or an anxiety disorder?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-09-25 | Ask yourself this:
How often have you been feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge?
0: not at all 1. Several days 2. More than half the days 3. Nearly every day
How often have you not been able to stop or control worrying?
0: not at all 1. Several days 2. More than half the days 3. Nearly every day
Add up your answers.
If it’s 3 or more, your anxiety might be an anxiety disorder.
Questions are from the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-2.
“How would a neutral third party who wants the best for all view this conflict?”
Research shows asking this can improve relationships by helping you take a more useful perspective on the problem that needs to be solved.
Source: A brief intervention to promote conflict reappraisal preserves marital quality over time: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23804960
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For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, June 13, 2023.The surprising truth about courageDoctor Ali Mattu2023-05-25 | Courage doesn't mean what you think it does.
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If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room
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For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, May 17 2023.The bravest people are those who have anxietyDoctor Ali Mattu2023-05-18 | As an anxiety expert I have come to believe that the bravest people in the world are those who struggle with anxiety.
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Learn more about what happened and how I got out of this mess on episode 1 of Inside Voices with Dr. Ali on your favorite podcast app or watch on YouTube: youtu.be/xq2EnR0t3qM
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of... - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, May 17 2023.The best thing for mental health? I ignored it. Heres what happened.Doctor Ali Mattu2023-05-17 | During what was supposed to be one of the happiest times in my life, I became depressed. Then I tried to hide it from my best friend and wife. Here's how I got out of that mess.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of... - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, May 17 2023.Boost your long term mental health in minutesDoctor Ali Mattu2023-05-16 | Visit https://www.mentalhealthaction.network to learn how you can take action today.
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If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, March 31, 2022.Do this if you want to stop self-harmingDoctor Ali Mattu2023-03-27 | How to use dialectical behavior therapy's (DBT) chain analysis skill to change your self-harm habits.
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If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, March 25, 2022.The 3 best ways to treat trauma and PTSDDoctor Ali Mattu2023-03-23 | Treating trauma doesn't mean you need to relive it. It does me you need to feel empowered, safe, and get a new perspective.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, March 23, 2022.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomWhy facing your fears might not workDoctor Ali Mattu2023-02-19 | Anxiety expert explains why exposure therapy for anxiety disorders might not work for everyone.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, February 18, 2023.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomThe problem with productivity contentDoctor Ali Mattu2023-02-08 | Productivity content is often focused on what you can do instead of what you need.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, January 30, 2023.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomTrauma versus PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)Doctor Ali Mattu2023-02-08 | What makes something traumatic and when does that become PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)?
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, February 8, 2022.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomAnxiety affirmations from an anxiety expert #motivation #anxietyrelief #psychologistDoctor Ali Mattu2023-02-07 | Real coping statements I’ve used to help my people struggling with anxiety.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, February 7, 2023.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomWhat is mental health?Doctor Ali Mattu2023-01-30 | Mental health is about our feelings, thoughts, and actions. It's about stress AND how we overcome the challenges we face. And it's about the important people in our lives - friends, family, community.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, January 30, 2023.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomWhen you’re anxious about pooping in public.Doctor Ali Mattu2023-01-20 | The more you avoid pooping, the harder it becomes (literally).
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This happens to about 10% of all dads.
TEN PERCENT!
The main symptom for me was anger and irritability. I was mad one moment and then crying another.
Others might lose interest in the things they used to enjoy, throw themselves into their work, feel distant from others, become cynical, or hopeless.
It was likely caused by a mixture of hormonal changes, lack of sleep, becoming the lead parent for my 5 year old daughter, and not being involved in feeding my son.
Getting help from friends and family with food, laundry, and cleaning helped me get more sleep which started to turn things around. But the biggest change happened when I could start feeding my son with a bottle. It was like a switch went off and I FINALLY felt connected to him.
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, January 14, 2022.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomGrieving a loss? Heres what to do.Doctor Ali Mattu2022-12-16 | Full video: youtu.be/HXLQLy1c2tU
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If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomHow grief changes you and what to do about itDoctor Ali Mattu2022-12-16 | Full video: youtu.be/f4kBPmLMSoM
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, December 15, 2022.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency roomThe TRUTH about depression and motivationDoctor Ali Mattu2022-12-14 | Full video: youtu.be/HXLQLy1c2tU
For information purposes only. Does not constitute clinical advice. Consult your local medical authority for advice. The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, December 14, 2022.
If you or someone you know needs help immediately, you should take one of the following actions: - call 9-8-8 in the United States or your country's emergency number: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_emergency_telephone_numbers - call the Lifeline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) in the United States or a global crisis hotlines: findahelpline.com/i/iasp - text START to 741-741 in the United States or visit crisistextline.org - go to your nearest hospital emergency room