Understanding what the brain does when you’re trying to change your behaviour can help you stick with new habits – or kick old ones to the kerb. By Dr. Ashleigh E. SmithSenior Lecturer – Exercise PhysiologyUniversity of South Australia By Dr. Carol MaherProfessor, Medical…
After the intensity of early courtship, even a healthy, happy relationship can feel lackluster. Psychology researchers have ideas for what can help you perk up your relationship rather than give up. By Dr. Gary W. Lewandowski…
Make it stop! Six ways to stop your racing mind and get the sleep you need. By Dr. Alexander SweetmanResearch Fellow, College of Medicine and Public HealthFlinders University Introduction Martin turns off the light to fall asleep,…
Science is showing how immersion in nature speeds healing and acts as an antidote for many ailments. By Andrés R. EdwardsEducator, award-winning author, and media designer During one of the most…
We are in what seems to be a time of unprecedented stress, which has produced a crisis in our psychological health and wellbeing. In response, we are encouraged to fix…
In her late 20s, Mayanne Soret decided it was time to put her suspicions to rest and phoned her GP for an autism test. But during the year-long diagnostic process,…
Even the Victorians knew the powerful effect music has on mental health. By Dr. Rosemary GoldingSenior Lecturer in MusicThe Open University Introduction Music has a powerful effect on the listener. It is linked to better mental health, and it…
Many doctors believe that exercise is the closest thing to a miracle drug that modern medicine has in its arsenal. Your brain actually benefits, too. By Dr. Arash JavanbakhtAssociate Professor of PsychiatryWayne State University Introduction As with many…
The last few years have seen growing encouragement for victims of manipulation, violence and harassment to speak out and turn their backs on self-blame and shame. By BidishaBroadcaster, film-maker and…
‘Anhedonia’ affects up to 75% of people with depression. By Dr. Ciara McCabeProfessor of Neuroscience, Psychopharmacology and Mental HealthUniversity of Reading Introduction It’s often thought that if someone is depressed, they will feel sad…
