“I’m so OCD”: Mental Health Diagnoses & Pop Culture

Are you tired of people who say things like “she is so bipolar” and “I just got triggered” and “that person’s a mental case! The increasing chatter in the world and on the internet about mental health is wonderful! But do we all really have a disorder? Explore in this session some real talk about what mental health disorders really look like, and how to address your own fears and concerns that you might just have one.

Dr. Deborah will open your eyes and your mind to the power of how we talk about our mental health, and the importance of understanding the labels you might apply to others and to yourself related to it. Learn about mental health “fads” through the years, and why everyone seems to think that they are autistic these days. This one is for those of you who seek to understand your own mental health and care about the mental health of others. Getting it right can matter!

Dr. Brown holds a BA in Secondary Education/English, an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and MPhil in Social & Behavioral Science and a PhD in Human Services with a Specialty in Public Health. She is a licensed Professional Counselor in the State of NJ.

This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy. If you are someone you know is struggling with mental illness, please seek the help of professionals.