Meet Amir Levine
Dr. Amir Levine is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Columbia University. He’s a leading researcher on molecular processes unique to the developing brain. His research has uncovered findings that may lead to changes in how mood disorders and addictions are treated in adolescents and adults. He’s also the co-author of a popular book, “Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find and Keep Love.” In it, he describes how understanding our attachments in adulthood can improve our relationships.
Why Amir Levine Is Mentally Strong
Dr. Levine studies the complex processes in the brain, and he uses the information to inform the way mental health issues and substance use disorders are treated. He can also take complex information and turn it into easy-to-understand concepts that his readers are eager to apply to their relationships.
What You’ll Hear on the Show
What we know about childhood attachment versus adult attachment How your peer relationships affect your attachment style Why you’re capable of changing your attachment style The three different attachment styles The statistics on how many people experience each attachment style How each attachment style plays out in adult relationships How to identify your attachment style How your partner can impact your biology and your emotions Why you may want to identify your partner’s attachment style How understanding the fit between your attachment style and your partner’s attachment style can improve your relationship How there are advantages to each of the attachment styles How acting secure can give you insight into your relationship
What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength
Mental health is often discussed in terms of diagnoses and pathological issues. But it’s important to look at behavior and problems concerning the environment and other people too. The people around you can have a huge impact on your well-being. It’s also important to look at the fit between your personality and someone else’s personality. Two healthy people may still have some dysfunctional dynamics. Similarly, two individuals struggling in life might come together to bring out the best in one another. And while you can’t change the people around you, you can certainly change your behavior—which can shift a relationship.
Quotes From Dr. Levine
“There are studies that show that if we’re in a secure relationship and we have a cut, it will heal faster.”
More About the Podcast
The Verywell Mind Podcast is available across all streaming platforms. If you like the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Reviews and ratings are a great way to encourage other people to listen and help them prioritize their mental health too. If You Liked This Episode, You Might Also Like These Episodes
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