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Why We Do What We Do

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111 | Too Many Choices! Option Paralysis | Why We Do...

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2019/07/03

Sometimes we find ourselves faced with so many options that we choose to do nothing at all. What is with going on with that? Shane and Abraham discuss the theories regarding why we freeze in the face of overwhelming options and some strategies to overcome feeling paralyzed by choosing. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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110 | Diagnosing Mental Health Disorders | Why We Do...

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2019/06/26

One of the most controversial and interesting topics in psychology is understanding how we diagnose mental health disorders. Shane and Abraham explain the history of diagnosis, list some of the diagnostic systems around the world, and some of the major criticisms of these systems. Learn something new about how we diagnose mental health issues. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or

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109 | The Downfall of Mental Hospitals | Why We Do...

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2019/06/19

The setting: terrible hospital conditions and a poor understanding of mental health disorders. The solution: move patients out of the hospitals and into the... jail? Street? A bus to another state? Yep. Learn all about the process of deinstitutionalizing mental hospitals in the mid-20th century. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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00:50:05

108 | How to Study | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/06/12

Cramming for a test? Find yourself struggling to remember things that you just ready when studying for class? Just interested in getting better at a particular skill? Don't care? Then this episode is for you! Shane and Abraham (Shanebraham) discuss some of the recommended study methods, how they might work, and what the research says. Even if you don't need to learn to study, there's something to learn in this discussion about memory and developing habits. Remember that you can reach us directly

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107 | Child Development Part 2: Birth Through the...

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2019/06/05

Returning for a second discussion of the initial stages of human development, RyanO and Abraham discuss the various birthing processes. In addition, we talk about some of the basic developmental milestones of the first two years of life and raise some awareness around important issues affecting the health and well-being of infants. Do you know how to test that a baby has expected functionality immediately after birth? We will explain that too! Remember that you can reach us directly at

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00:51:22

106 | Child Development Part 1: Pregnancy | Why We Do...

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2019/05/29

Learn about the fascinating journey we take through pregnancy and why it’s amazing that we have been successful as a species. Furthermore, we discuss how learning begins while we are developing in the womb.Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.535.0918, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast

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105 | What's Going On With Weighted Vests? | Why We...

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2019/05/22

Check out the most recent discussion from Shane and Abraham on what could be classified as another pseudoscience entry. Look into our notes and do some of your own research to learn more about weighted vests for children with autism and how they (don’t) work. Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.535.0918, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast

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00:39:14

104 | Why We Do What We Do Turns 2! | Why We Do What...

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2019/05/15

Hey, we are pretty excited that we have been able to be sharing our podcast with you for two years! In this episode, we discuss where we’ve been and what we have planned for the next year. We are excited to announce some new things, and we’ll recall some of the bright spots of the last two years. Here’s to another year.Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.535.0918, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast

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103 | Bullying in Schools with Dr. Scott Ross and...

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2019/05/08

Bullying is an interesting problem in schools. What is it? Is it over-recognized or under-recognized? What works in reducing bullying? This week we are joined by Dr. Scott Ross, the director of the Office of Learning Supports at the Colorado Department of Education, and Brooke Wagner, the PBIS regional implementation coach in Reno, Nevada, who talk about what bullying is, how historical treatments of bullying have been problematic, and how to manage bullying behavior in schools. Remember that you

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00:38:32

102 | Did Behaviorism Kill Research on Emotions? |...

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2019/05/01

Author Frans De Waal claimed on national radio that behaviorism killed research on emotions for most of the 20th century. What a remarkable achievement! Abraham and Shane dig into just what those behaviorists did this time and how they managed to annihilate emotion research... or not. Join us as we uncover the truth behind these incredible claims. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or

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00:49:32

101 | Multi-Tasking is Hard | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/04/24

How well can humans multi-task? A lot less than we'd like to believe. Shane and Abraham describe what is really going on when we try and multi-task, why we are so bad at it, and how you can get better at it! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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100 | Fad Treatments for Autism | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/04/19

This week Shane, RyanO and Abraham welcome on the ABA Inside Track crew for our 100th episode covering some of the weirdest, ineffective, and potentially harmful treatments for autism out there. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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00:50:51

099 | How We Know What We Know | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/04/10

This week Shane, RyanO and Abraham tackle Epistemology - or the study of how we know what we know! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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098 | Homeopathy Treatment for Mental Health | Why We...

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2019/04/05

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097 | I'm So Sorry! Why We Apologize | Why We Do What...

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2019/03/29

Apologizing is an interesting thing that we do. What do we get out of apologizing? What do we get out receiving them? Abraham and Shane discuss how and why we apologize, the idea of schadenfreude (happiness from the misfortune of others), contrition and penitence. We also spout our own opinions and stories about apologizing. Listen in and learn about this interesting habit we have. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on

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096 | The Mozart Effect | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/03/20

This week Abraham and RyanO talk about the Mozart effect, which suggests that "listening to Mozart (and some other iterations!) makes you smarter." Listen and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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095 | How Alcohol Makes Us Feel Drunk | Why We Do...

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2019/03/15

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Ever wonder why and how alcohol makes us feel drunk? Ryan and Abraham explain what is in alcohol and how it interacts with our brain to cause us to feel intoxicated. We also bust some myths about alcohol and share some interesting factoids. Listen and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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094 | False Confessions | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/03/07

Shane and Abraham tackle the how and why of false confessions. Why do people "confess" to crimes they didn't commit? To what extent do law enforcement officers encourage these false confessions? Listen in and learn about this fascinating twist in law enforcement. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

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093 | Animal Aggression Part 2 With Hannah Branigan &...

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2019/03/01

This episode we continue our fascinating discussion with Hannah Branigan of the "Drinking from the Toilet" podcast, and Ryan Cartlidge of the "Animal Training Academy" regarding animals aggression. In addition, we bring up the important topic of replacement behaviors and some training tips. Listen in and contact us with your own experiences with animal behavior! https://wonderpupstraining.com/dog-training-podcast/ https://www.animaltrainingacademy.com/series/training-tidbits/ Remember that you

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00:06:47

BONUS | Join the Team! | Why We Do What We Do

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2019/02/25

We’re looking for some assistance on the podcast. If you think you fit what we’re looking for, then send us an email! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodca

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