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The Rise of the ‘Diagnostic Divas’ and How They’re Wrecking Relationships
The Rise of the ‘Diagnostic Divas’ and How They’re Wrecking Relationships

The internet loves quick labels — but calling every ex a “narcissist” isn’t helping anyone. In this episode of Therapy or Trash, Dr. Alexis Moreno and therapist Alex Honigman unpack the rise of “Diagnostic Divas” dishing out diagnoses with zero credentials. From viral clips to chaotic comment sections, they reveal why these snap judgments are harmful, how real therapists actually assess behavior, and what you can do to protect your relationships from bad advice. Expect expert insights, unfiltered reactions, and some much-needed myth-busting.

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mental health, health psychology, Entertainment, Therapy, CounselingWit and ReasonMental Health, PSYCHOLOGY, Healing, Therapy, friendship, Narcissm, Dating, RelationshipsComment
Adult Friendships, Energy Boundaries & Outgrowing People
Adult Friendships, Energy Boundaries & Outgrowing People

Friendships in adulthood can be lifelines—or emotional sinkholes. In this Therapy Or Trash episode, Dr. Alexis Moreno and Alex Honigman explore viral takes on friendship, boundaries, ghosting, and vulnerability. From ADHD distraction guilt to the grief of one-sided relationships, they unpack the neuroscience, psychology, and emotional cost of navigating adult connections.

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mental health, health psychology, Entertainment, Therapy, CounselingWit and ReasonMental Health, PSYCHOLOGY, Healing, Therapy, friendship, BoundariesComment
A Whites-Only Town: Extremism, Identity, and the Psychology of Exclusion
A Whites-Only Town: Extremism, Identity, and the Psychology of Exclusion

A whites-only settlement in the Ozarks is using ancestry rules, pseudo-legal loopholes, and cult-like tactics to build an exclusionary community. In this episode of Wit and Reason, therapist couple Alex Honigman, LCSW, and Dr. Alexis Moreno break down the psychology behind Return to the Land—exploring why people join extremist groups, how identity threats and fear fuel them, and the dangers they pose to society.

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mental health, health psychology, Entertainment, Therapy, CounselingWit and ReasonMental Health, PSYCHOLOGY, Healing, Therapy, Extremism, Social controlComment
Nerd Culture: Let’s Talk Comic-Con
Nerd Culture: Let’s Talk Comic-Con

Explore the world of Comic-Con with Dr. Alexis and Alex as they uncover the surprising connections between fandom and mental health. From cosplay and comics to Dungeons & Dragons and Star Wars, this special episode highlights how nerdy passions can shape identity, reduce stigma, and support healing.

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mental health, health psychology, Entertainment, Therapy, CounselingWit and ReasonMental Health, PSYCHOLOGY, Healing, Nerd Culture, Therapy, Comic-Con, Comic Con, Sci-Fi, Star Trek, Star Wars, DnDComment