A Little Help For Our FriendsA Little Help For Our Friends
Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
'A Little Help For Our Friends' offers compassionate insights into mental health with Jacqueline Trumbull and Dr. Kibby McMahon.
Episodes: 185
A Little Help For Our Friends: Mental Health Insights and Real Talk
Curious about what your loved ones might be going through mentally? 'A Little Help For Our Friends' offers a compassionate and informative take on mental health. Hosted by Jacqueline Trumbull, a Bachelor alum and Ph.D. student, alongside Dr. Kibby McMahon, a psychologist and Intent FitHouse owner, this podcast dives into the psychological struggles that often remain hidden. Both hosts are Duke University clinical psychology Ph.D. trainees, learning and sharing right alongside their listeners.
They blend scientific knowledge with personal anecdotes and listener stories, making each episode feel like a chat with well-informed friends. From tackling topics like ADHD and emotional abuse to discussing sleep disorders and postpartum depression, Jacqueline and Kibby cover a wide array of mental health issues. They don't shy away from tough conversations, whether it's about codependency or the nuances of guilt versus shame.
The podcast also features guest appearances from Bachelor Nation members like Zac Clark, who speaks on addiction recovery, and Ben Higgins, who discusses loneliness. Experts like sleep specialist Dr. Jade Wu also join in to provide professional insights. Whether you're seeking to understand your own mental health better or looking for ways to support someone else, 'A Little Help For Our Friends' offers valuable perspectives. The hosts' mix of evidence-based learning and personal stories creates an engaging and relatable experience.
Tune in for new episodes every Wednesday and gain a deeper understanding of the relational nature of mental health.
Latest Episodes
Why We Chase the Unavailable: The Clinical Roots of Anxious-Avoidant Relationship Cycles
The conversation looks at why people chase emotionally unavailable partners through the lenses of scarcity, attachment theory and brain science. Dr. Kibby shares personal experiences and clinical str…
The Surprising Truth About Parenting Teens: Why Control Backfires and Connection Wins
Parenting specialist Dr. Cam Caswell talks with Dr. Kibby McMahon about why fear and control damage relationships with teens and how connection, respect and clear personal boundaries can help them op…
Schizoid & Schizotypal Personality Disorders: When You Believe In Magic
Dr. Kibby breaks down schizoid and schizotypal personality disorders using clinical criteria, research experience, and pop culture examples. The episode looks at trauma, social isolation, unusual bel…
Paranoid Personality Disorder: When No One Can Be Trusted
Dr Kibby McMahon explains paranoid personality disorder, describing its traits, trauma links, and impact on relationships. She discusses limited research, common co-occurring conditions, and therapeu…

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