Episode 15: Managing Impulsivity with Dr. Justin Romano

Andy and Aaron are joined by Dr. Justin Romano, a psychiatrist resident at Creighton University and University of Nebraska Medical Center.

In this episode, we discuss:
-How our brain is wired for impulse control (or lack thereof)
-Dopamine
-Addiction
-How/why issues with the above can harm our finances
-How poverty and adverse childhood events could inhibit the ability to exercise impulse control
-Financial stress and anxiety in major economic downturns/world events
-Medication
-Psychosis

Actionable steps begin at 31:50.

Resources/Links:
Millennial Mental Health Channel
Marijuana Myths Busted - MMHC
Indistractable by Nir Eyal

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