Show Notes
Why would evolution give us something as terrifying as a panic attack? Couldn't be for no reason, right? The fear response that once helped our ancestors escape predators is still hard at work, even when there's no obvious danger.
Our brains want to keep us happy, sure. However, they're a lot more concerned with keeping us safe than satisfied. Dr. Nicole Cain joins me to explain how fear becomes a learned response and why panic can strike before we even understand what's triggered it.
This is a short excerpt from a previous episode, where Nicole and I had a much broader conversation about anxiety and mental health. Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNiWLirepE0
“Your brain isn't concerned about your well-being. It's concerned about your safety.” ~ Dr. Nicole Cain
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Resources Mentioned:
Little Albert Experiment - https://www.simplypsychology.org/little-albert.html
The Serotonin Theory of Depression: A Systematic Umbrella Review of the Evidence (2022) - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01661-0
About Dr. Nicole Cain:
Dr. Nicole Cain is a naturopathic physician, EMDR-trained psychotherapist, and author specializing in anxiety, panic disorders, and trauma. With a master's degree in clinical psychology and a background in integrative medicine, she combines conventional psychological approaches with holistic treatments to address the underlying causes of mental health challenges. She is the author of Panic Proof: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever and founder of the Holistic Wellness Collective. Her work has been featured in Psychology Today, Forbes, and Health, and she hosts the Holistic Inner Balance podcast.
Connect with Dr. Nicole Cain:
- Website: https://drnicolecain.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnicolecain/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNicoleCainNDMA
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