Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast: Beyond the Myths of Psychosis: Understanding, Acceptance, and Paths Forward (opens in new tab)

In this episode, Dr. David Puder sits down with Dr. Stijn Vanheule, professor of clinical psychology and psychoanalysis, to challenge misconceptions about psychosis and explore paths to understanding and recovery. They discuss psychosis as more than a clinical label, delving into its connection to existential struggles and creative expression. Dr. Vanheule explains primary-process thinking, how traumatic events can disrupt the mind's coherence, and the importance of empathic listening in ther...