CPTSD, Complex Trauma, Generational PTSD, Relationship Trauma | TMFR LLC
CPTSD, Complex Trauma, Generational PTSD, Relationship Trauma | TMFR LLC
5.11 Cognitive Basis of Depression
5.11 Cognitive Basis of Depression
5.11 Cognitive Basis of Depression
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Explore the cognitive basis of depression with neural networks, memory games, and strategies for managing depressive states in this eye-opening episode.
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Episode Overview
- Neural networks shape our understanding of experiences.
- Rumination is central to many mental disorders.
- Attention training can help redirect negative thought patterns.
- Engaging with sensory perceptions can reduce depressive biases.
- Changing environments may prevent activation of depressive schemas.
"Depression isn't about choosing bad thoughts; it's about the brain's quest for safety and understanding."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode of "CPTSD Recovery: We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers," listeners are taken on a wild ride through the cognitive basis of depression. It’s not about seeing everything negatively, but rather how our brains are wired to keep us stuck in gloomy patterns. With a sprinkle of humour and raw honesty, the host unpacks how neural networks, memory games, and rumination contribute to depressive states.
The episode dives into the mechanics behind cognitive depression and offers strategies to manage it through attention training and environmental changes. It's a fascinating exploration of how our minds can become trapped in cycles of negativity, preventing us from seeing the brighter side of life. The host shares insights from Gottlieb and Jorman's work, revealing how our brain's schemas and representations shape our experiences.
You’ll learn why rumination is more than just a bad habit—it’s a central player in mental disorders. The episode is packed with practical advice, like using a giant stop sign to redirect attention or engaging with the world through sensory perceptions to break free from depressive thought loops. So, if you’re curious about the sneaky tricks your brain plays on you, tune in for a raw and eye-opening experience.
Remember, depression isn't about choosing bad thoughts; it's about the brain's quest for safety and understanding. Dive into this episode and see how learning about your brain can help you outsmart its well-meaning antics.