Social Anxiety and Depression: The Silent Epidemic | Dr. Stephen Irshay

In this episode of Pure Wellness, Johanna invites on Dr. Stephen Irshay, a practicing marriage and family therapist and clinical phycologist of over 26 years. Together, they talk about the damaging effects that technology and social media has had on people’s mental health and social skills.

To learn more about Dr. Irshay and his practice, visit his website https://www.sbpsychology.com/

The Pure Wellness Podcast exists to offer insight and discussion on integrative and regenerative medicine, as well as overall health, nutrition and fitness. This show seeks to inspire and guide anyone towards a deeper self-awareness of bodily understanding and the practice of a holistic daily lifestyle. Join Johanna Altman and industry professionals as they explore human potential in the pursuit of pure wellness.

This episode was sponsored by One Body Medicine. To learn more visit https://1bodymedicine.com/

~ Episode Chapters ~

00:00 Introduction
00:52 Skip Intro
01:20 Dr. Irshay self-bio
02:52 Anxiety, depression and suicide statistics
04:37 Screen addiction and social disconnect
07:30 Links to unlimited texting and data
09:55 Social media’s false reality
16:51 Cyber-bullying
18:52 Being aware when raising children
22:58 The stigma of therapy
27:18 Medication
28:31 Psychoanalysis
31:58 How to address anxiety and depression