Sep 27, 2023
People often use the words “guilt” and “shame” interchangeably,
but the two emotions affect us in different ways. June Tangney,
PhD, of George Mason University, talks about the difference between
shame and guilt, what role these emotions play in our mental health
and how they affect our behavior, why some people are especially
prone to shame or guilt, and what you can do when guilt or shame is
harming your mental health – especially when you feel guilty over
something that isn’t your fault or that you cannot change.
For transcripts, links and more information, please visit
the Speaking
of Psychology Homepage.