When Every Feeling Becomes a Diagnosis: the Problem with Self-Diagnosis and Therapy Speak

Self-diagnosis, therapy speak, social media, and mental health labels are changing how young people understand themselves and their emotions. In this episode, we explore when these labels can help, when they can limit us, and how to move beyond diagnosis toward greater self-awareness, emotional language, and connection. OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY Are We Over-Diagnosing Our Kids? Rethinking ADHD, Autism, and the Search for Normal When Self-Help Becomes Harmful: Why You Should Stop Trying to Heal All Your Trauma Your Mental Health and What's Going Right with Dr. Paul Conti Why Chasing a Better You Is Making You Miserable with Seth Gillihan, PhD LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation  Contact Authentic Parenting Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook Work with Anna Podcast Production by Aminur