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Disney Plus Dream Vacation: Pinocchio

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 19, 2019

The characters of Victor Frankenstein and Geppetto have more in common than merely creating life. Read this to discover what's really behind the woodcarver's Promethean genesis.

The characters of Victor Frankenstein and Geppetto have more in common than merely creating life. Read this to discover what's really behind the woodcarver's Promethean genesis.

Spirituality
Disney Plus Dream Vacation: Cinderella

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 17, 2019

What lead to Cinderella's belief that she was the belle of the ball? We'll paint a picture for you!

What lead to Cinderella's belief that she was the belle of the ball? We'll paint a picture for you!

Psychiatry
Disney Plus Dream Vacation: Mary Poppins

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 16, 2019

Was Broadway's Wicked a remake of this Disney classic? (HINT: So = a needle pulling this common thread!)

Was Broadway's Wicked a remake of this Disney classic? (HINT: So = a needle pulling this common thread!)

Personality
Disney Plus Dream Vacation: Star Wars

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 15, 2019

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away, someone said "No. I am your father and I have borderline personality"

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away, someone said "No. I am your father and I have borderline personality"

Alcoholism
Disney Plus Dream Job: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 14, 2019

What can the protagonist of Disney’s darkest animated film possibly have in common with Friday the 13th? The answer is staring at you in the face!

What can the protagonist of Disney’s darkest animated film possibly have in common with Friday the 13th? The answer is staring at you in the face!

Psychiatry
Disney Plus Dream Job: Hercules

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 10, 2019

For generations, myths have provided prosocial warnings that have shaped cultures. This one will raise awareness of mental illness!

For generations, myths have provided prosocial warnings that have shaped cultures. This one will raise awareness of mental illness!

Anger
Disney Plus Dream Job: Inside Out

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 8, 2019

What's riling up this young girl? We'll look Inside Out for the cause of her emotional roller coaster.

What's riling up this young girl? We'll look Inside Out for the cause of her emotional roller coaster.

OCD
Disney Plus Dream Job: Winnie the Pooh

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 8, 2019

Two stories set in the woods: One about a lovable teddy bear and the other about a killer clown. But both are about the same topic.

Two stories set in the woods: One about a lovable teddy bear and the other about a killer clown. But both are about the same topic.

Punishment
Disney Plus Dream Job: "The Santa Clause"

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 5, 2019

What can we learn from Santa Claus? From Skinner to sinner, Santa has all the answers!

What can we learn from Santa Claus? From Skinner to sinner, Santa has all the answers!

Ketamine
Disney Plus Dream Job: Tron

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 3, 2019

Have you ever lost yourself in a video game? That's nothing compared to whats happens in this film!

Have you ever lost yourself in a video game? That's nothing compared to whats happens in this film!

Sex
Disney Plus Dream Job: The Sound of Music

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 1, 2019

How do you solve a problem like Maria? Read this for the "screwy" answer.

How do you solve a problem like Maria? Read this for the "screwy" answer.