Jeff Friedman

Trauma Informed Podcast

Jeff Friedman

  • Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska: Psychoanalysis and Trauma

Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska: Psychoanalysis and Trauma

Monday 18th August 2025

Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska discusses trauma, object relationships, and AI companionship in a captivating conversation.
Explicit
31 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Compassionate
Engaging
Educational

About this podcast

Trauma Informed Podcast
Author:
Jeff Friedman
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
65 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Exploring Relationships: Objects, AI, and Trauma

Episode Overview

  • Trauma can lead to avoidance of human relationships.
  • AI offers companionship for those struggling with human interaction.
  • Object relationships may provide emotional stability.
  • Past experiences significantly influence present behaviours.
  • Technology is reshaping emotional support in healthcare.
"For those who find it hard to engage with humans, forming relationships with AI can ease fears."
Ever wondered why some folks prefer relationships with objects like the Eiffel Tower over human connections? This episode of the Trauma Informed Podcast dives into the intriguing world of object relationships and how trauma might play a role. Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and psychoanalyst, chats with Jeff Friedman about her observations on trauma and the unexpected ways people seek stability.
From AI companions to real-life objects, the discussion explores how technology can sometimes offer comfort where human interaction might falter. Dr. Piotrowska brings her psychoanalytical expertise to the table, explaining how past experiences can shape our present actions and relationships. She delves into the idea that avoidance can be a common response to trauma, leading individuals to seek alternative forms of connection. Whether it's through AI or physical objects, these substitutes provide a sense of control and predictability.
The conversation also touches on the use of AI in hospitals and care homes, offering companionship to those who find human interaction challenging. With anecdotes and reflections on the changing landscape of dating and relationships, Dr. Piotrowska provides insights into how technology might affect future social dynamics. If you're curious about how trauma can influence our relationship choices or interested in the potential of AI in emotional support, this episode offers a fascinating perspective.
It's a thought-provoking journey into understanding human behaviour and the quest for connection. Could AI be the next step in overcoming relational hurdles? Tune in to explore these possibilities.
alcoholfree.com
Published by The Mindful Drinking Company Limited
4 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5JL, England
Registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 1195057. Vat Number: GB320915135.
Registered address as above.
© Copyright 2005-2025 The Mindful Drinking Company Limited.
All Rights Reserved.
alcoholfree.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.