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Send us a Text Message we would love to hear what you thought of the show. In this episode of Wicked Psychotherapists , Erin and Tanya dive into That's My Boy , one of Adam Sandler ’s most controversial and over-the-top comedies. On the surface, the film leans hard into intentionally stupid humor, shock value, and deeply inappropriate jokes. But underneath the chaos is a surprisingly clear portrait of unresolved childhood trauma, emotional immaturity, and the long-term impact of neglectful parenting. We unpack Donnie Burger’s impulsivity, poor boundaries, and stalled emotional development, alongside Todd’s anxiety, rigidity, and intense need to reinvent himself as an adult. Through a mental health lens, we explore how humor often functions as a defense mechanism, how trauma can freeze emotional growth, and why children of chaotic parents often grow into hyper-controlled, anxious adults. Equal parts uncomfortable and revealing, That’s My Boy gives us plenty to laugh at—and even more to clinically side-eye. Education only: This podcast episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. Connect with us! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/wickedpsychotherapists/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Wickedpodcasts/ Linktre.ee : https://linktr.ee/thewickedpsychotherapists Website : https://www.wickedpsychotherapists.com Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@Wickedpsychotherapists
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