90s nostalgia is everywhere right now, and it's not a random coincidence.

In this episode, I explore the documentary In Search of Darkness 1995-1999 (2026) and the psychology of nostalgia. 

I talk about:
How we define nostalgia
The mental health benefits of nostalgia
How nostalgia is particularly beneficial for those suffering with dementia or cognitive decline
Why we cling to nostalgia in times of change or uncertainty
When we need to be careful about over-indulging in nostalgia
The three of cups and how this tarot card evokes nostalgic feelings for me

Mental Health is Horrifying is hosted by Candis Green, Registered Psychotherapist and owner of Many Moons Therapy.

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Show Notes:

Want to work together? I offer 1:1 virtual psychotherapy for Ontario residents, along with tarot, horror, and dreamwork services (anywhere my bat signal reaches), both individually and through my group program, the Final Girls Club. 

Podcast artwork by Chloe Hurst at Contempo Mint

Get up to 20% Cozy Earth with promo code HORRIFYING. If you get a survey post-purchase, be sure to let them know Candis sent you! 

Get 20% off In Search of Darkness 1995-1999 with promo code HORRORFRIENDS26.

Woods B, O'Philbin L, Farrell EM, Spector AE, Orrell M. Reminiscence therapy for dementia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Mar 1;3(3):CD001120. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD001120.pub3. PMID: 29493789; PMCID: PMC6494367.

Ismail S, Christopher G, Dodd E, Wildschut T, Sedikides C, Ingram TA, Jones RW, Noonan KA, Tingley D, Cheston R. Psychological and Mnemonic Benefits of Nostalgia for People with Dementia. J Alzheimers Dis. 2018;65(4):1327-1344. doi: 10.3233/JAD-180075. PMID: 30149444.

90s nostalgia is everywhere right now, and it&apos;s not a random coincidence.In this episode, I explore the documentary In Search of Darkness 1995-1999 (2026) and the psychology of nostalgia. I talk about:<ul><li>How we define nostalgia</li><li>The mental health benefits of nostalgia</li><li>How nostalgia is particularly beneficial for those suffering with dementia or cognitive decline</li><li>Why we cling to nostalgia in times of change or uncertainty</li><li>When we need to be careful about over-indulging in nostalgia</li><li>The three of cups and how this tarot card evokes nostalgic feelings for me</li></ul>Mental Health is Horrifying is hosted by <a href='https:///www.manymoonstherapy.com'>Candis Green, Registered Psychotherapist and owner of Many Moons Therapy.</a>..............................................................Show Notes:<a href='https://www.manymoonstherapy.com'>Want to work together?</a> I offer 1:1 virtual psychotherapy for Ontario residents, along with tarot, horror, and dreamwork services (anywhere my bat signal reaches), both individually and through my group program, the Final Girls Club. Podcast artwork by <a href='https://www.contempomint.com/'>Chloe Hurst at Contempo Mint</a><a href='https://www.cozyearth.com '>Get up to 20% Cozy Earth with promo code HORRIFYING. </a>If you get a survey post-purchase, be sure to let them know Candis sent you! <a href='https://creatorvc.gumroad.com/l/isod9599'>Get 20% off In Search of Darkness 1995-1999 with promo code HORRORFRIENDS26</a>.Woods B, O&apos;Philbin L, Farrell EM, Spector AE, Orrell M. Reminiscence therapy for dementia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Mar 1;3(3):CD001120. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD001120.pub3. PMID: 29493789; PMCID: PMC6494367.Ismail S, Christopher G, Dodd E, Wildschut T, Sedikides C, Ingram TA, Jones RW, Noonan KA, Tingley D, Cheston R. Psychological and Mnemonic Benefits of Nostalgia for People with Dementia. J Alzheimers Dis. 2018;65(4):1327-1344. doi: 10.3233/JAD-180075. PMID: 30149444.

A spooky self-care podcast about the mental health benefits of horror. Journey into the horrifying depths with Candis Green, Registered Psychotherapist (and all-around spooky ghoul), as she explores how mental health themes are portrayed in your favourite horror movies and beyond. Drawing on archetypes from final girls to horror villains, Candis provides guidance in each episode about how listeners can navigate their own mental health woes.

Mental Health is Horrifying is the recipient of two Canadian Podcast Awards — Outstanding Health & Fitness Series, and Outstanding Education Series.

A spooky self-care podcast about the mental health benefits of horror. Journey into the horrifying depths with Candis Green, Registered Psychotherapist (and all-around spooky ghoul), as she explores how mental health themes are portrayed in your favourite horror movies and beyond. Drawing on archetypes from final girls to horror villains, Candis provides guidance in each episode about how listeners can navigate their own mental health woes.
Mental Health is Horrifying is the recipient of two Canadian Podcast Awards &mdash; Outstanding Health &amp; Fitness Series, and Outstanding Education Series.