Season 6 Episode 20: Mammoth Extinction, Pet Separation, and Mental Health Myths

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What really caused the extinction of the last woolly mammoths?
This episode challenges the familiar narrative of genetic downfall, presenting groundbreaking genetic analyses of Wrangel Island mammoths. We uncover how harmful mutations were eradicated from their genomes, leading us to consider other culpable factors like climate change and disease. Our discussion sheds new light on conservation efforts, emphasizing the need to address modern-day species' vulnerabilities to environmental shifts and pathogens.
We also look at what would cause someone to forcibly be separated from their pet.
Join us then for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jonathan Stea, a clinical psychologist from Calgary, Alberta, as he dismantles the myths surrounding mental health and addiction. Dr. Stea shares his daily work at a hospital's concurrent disorders outpatient clinic and his academic role at the University of Calgary. He reveals the alarming impact of misinformation in mental health, especially through social media platforms like TikTok, and introduces his upcoming book aimed at empowering individuals to critically assess mental health information in an era dominated by the wellness industry.
Cannabis addiction misconceptions take center stage as we explore its real impact and the shifting usage patterns post-decriminalization. We also delve into the startling study about mental health misinformation on TikTok, uncovering the vast reach of misleading content.
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1. Season 6 Episode 20: Mammoth Extinction, Pet Separation, and Mental Health Myths (00:00:00)

2. Woolly Mammoths and Pet Separation (00:00:08)

3. Exploring Mental Health Misconceptions (00:15:00)

4. Debunking Cannabis Addiction Misconceptions (00:21:22)

5. TikTok Mental Health Misinformation Study (00:34:38)

6. Prom King and Queen Dog Competition (00:43:08)