Daily Dangers

Episode 8: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) In Our Lives

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a very common mental illness, causing one to focus on minor things in life. This can cause a great amount of distress for people, as they struggle to rest or complete daily tasks. However, OCD can be treated in many ways and it is crucial for people with OCD to find a treatment as soon as possible. It is also important to support people with OCD, as it can be physically as well as emotionally challenging to live with Obsessive compulsive disorder.

Episode 7: Want more, need less: Oniomania or Shopping addiction

Note: Sorry my voice sounds a bit different here as I caught kind of a cold. In Episode 7 of Daily Dangers, I explored oniomania, a kind of disorder that affects around 2-8% of the general adult US population. Oniomania or shopping addiction is commonly associated with other types of psychological disorders such as Obsessive compulsive disorder. People with Oniomania have a tendency to shop needlessly, causing a great financial crisis within their families or personal lives. It is also commonly observed with other psychiatric disorders such as substance abuse and other addictions. What people are not aware of enough is that Oniomania can have serious psychological effects on a person. Thus, it is important to be aware of one's actions and find support for people who may shop needlessly.

Episode 6: Addiction to Adrenaline: The Natural High

Many people must have experienced an adrenaline rush at least once in their lifetimes. Listening to one's favorite music or doing something extremely exciting can make someone feel this rush of energy. It's natural to enjoy this kind of burst in energy, but it may develop into a problem when one begins to find greater desire in feeling this rush in energy instead of deriving one's enjoyment from other daily activities such as spending time with family and friends. In this episode, I discuss some medical difficulties as well as the reasoning behind why some people may develop an addiction to adrenaline.

Episode 5: The obsession of social validation

It is common for people to feel the need to be well-thought of by other people. They want to look pretty/handsome, smart, and sophisticated. However, as modern society progresses, all of these criteria become harder and harder to hit. Thus, this "obsession" may result in psychological problems. In this episode, I talk about the problem with this obsession and mention renowned professors' research on the topic.

Episode 4: The Urge for Fuel: Food Addiction

Food is something we all know is necessary for survival. Thus, we may not associate food as a common addiction. However, food can be just as addicting as anything out there from gambling to video games. Food addiction can also directly lead to many medical risks and that is why it is crucial in being aware of a healthy diet and always consuming sugary treats and drinks in moderation.