Ep. 56: What is the Science of Daddy Issues? w/ Cody Isabel

In Today’s Episode: What is the Science of Daddy Issues? Join Cody Isabel, neuroscience expert and IFS practitioner, who shares his insights on the misunderstood psychology behind “daddy issues” and how they affect both men and women in surprising ways. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Daddy issues affect men and women equally, but show up differently depending on gender and attachment style -These emotional patterns are rooted in childhood experiences and are linked to measurable changes in the brain -Healing is not only possible—it’s scientific, accessible, and starts with understanding your inner parts Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Do men have daddy issues too? -How do father wounds shape the brain and adult relationships? -Can attachment trauma be healed through neuroscience-backed methods like IFS? (0:00) Introduction to daddy issues and Cody Isabel's background (1:02) Common myths and statistics on father wounds (2:04) Manifestations of daddy issues in men vs. women (3:09) Understanding insecure attachment patterns and theory (5:23) Self-worth, emotional regulation, and power dynamics (9:11) The impact of daddy issues on the brain and healing potential (12:26) Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy (15:07) Steps to start healing father wounds and compassionate self-dialogue (19:00) The importance of consistency in healing attachment wounds (21:09) Resources and the role of neuroplasticity in healing (21:56) Upcoming episodes, audience engagement, and closing remarks