Leading Psychiatrist: Is Guilt Ruining Your Relationship? - Dr Judith Joseph

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Judith Joseph, a leading psychiatrist and mental health expert, to explore high-functioning depression and anhedonia—two often-overlooked mental health conditions that can profoundly affect both personal well-being and relationships. Dr. Judith shares her insights on how people may appear to have everything under control while silently struggling, and she provides practical advice for identifying these hidden signs and managing them effectively. With her clinical background and deep understanding of trauma and attachment issues, Dr. Judith offers listeners tools to foster self-awareness, resilience, and healthier connections. Whether you’re dealing with these challenges yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation will equip you with valuable strategies for navigating the complexities of these struggles. Follow Dr Judith Joseph here: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/CWNtxBUHfOb Dr Judith Pre-Order Link: https://g2ul0.app.link/JOBEG4qIfOb Dr Judith Anhedonia Quiz: https://g2ul0.app.link/iKrl1RxIfOb Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod 0:00 Intro 0:46 Judith’s Early Life and Background 2:33 Pros and Cons of Being an Immigrant 5:04 Judith’s Strong Work Ethic 6:06 Why Judith Switched to a Career in Psychology 8:45 How Judith Found the Confidence to Change Careers 10:18 Why Judith Chose to Pursue Psychiatry 12:08 What Exactly Is Psychiatry? 13:34 The Role of a Lab in Psychiatry and Why It Matters 15:40 How Race Affects Access to Therapy 20:45 Understanding and Defining Trauma 23:38 How the Pandemic Has Shaped Our View on Trauma 24:42 What Is Scarcity Trauma? 25:55 What Happens If You Don’t Address Trauma 27:27 The Key Differences Between Guilt and Shame 28:56 How to Support Someone Going Through Trauma 32:20 What Is Scarcity Envy and How Does It Affect Us? 35:15 High-Functioning Depression Explained 36:38 What Is Depression? Signs and Symptoms 38:06 Ad Break 40:27 Are