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Interview 22: The Taylor Swift Effect: Music, Mental Health...and Parasocial Relationships, with Dr. Jessi Gold, MD and Brit Barkholtz, LICSW
Interview 22: The Taylor Swift Effect: Music, Mental Health...and Parasocial Relationships, with Dr. Jessi Gold, MD and Brit Barkholtz, LICSW
Interview 22: The Taylor Swift Effect: Music, Mental Health...and Parasocial Relationships, with Dr. Jessi Gold, MD and Brit Barkholtz, LICSW
Friday 21st July 2023
Dive into the 'Taylor Swift Effect' on mental health with Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza, Dr. Jessi Gold, and Britt Barkholtz in this insightful podcast episode.
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Episode Overview
- Explore the surprising impact of Taylor Swift's music on fans' emotional well-being and parasocial bonds
- Uncover the power of diaristic songwriting and the influence of music in therapy
- Engage in a candid discussion about the boundaries and complexities of parasocial relationships
- Gain insights through personal reflections, anecdotes, and professional perspectives
- Challenge assumptions, foster compassion, and encourage self-awareness in this thought-provoking episode
I think there is a space and a place for that sort of conversation in the therapy and in mental health. It's an important and powerful tool. - Britt Barkholtz, LICSW
Ever thought about how Taylor Swift's music might be shaping your mental health? In this engaging episode, Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza sits down with Dr. Jessi Gold and Britt Barkholtz, LICSW, to unpack the 'Taylor Swift Effect'. Both self-proclaimed Swifties, these experts explore how Taylor's songs impact fans' emotional well-being and their unique parasocial relationships.
They dive into how Swift's journey of reclaiming her past can be seen as a form of trauma work and even touch on how her current tour is making its way into therapy sessions. Whether you're a die-hard Swift fan or just curious about the intersection of music and mental health, this episode offers a refreshing and insightful take. Expect personal stories, professional insights, and a few surprises along the way.
It's a must-listen for anyone interested in the powerful role music can play in our emotional lives.