Discover amazing psychology podcasts across different categories and topics

Explore the fascinating idea that our perception isn't about sensing the world as it is, but rather constantly predicting it. This podcast delves into how our consciousness acts more like an interpreter, offering explanations for our actions and feelings after they've already occurred. Discover how understanding this dynamic can empower us to shape our future, rather than just rationalizing our past.

Ever wonder why you're utterly drained at the end of the day, even when you feel like you haven't accomplished much? This episode uncovers the hidden culprits behind mental exhaustion, from decision fatigue and constant context switching to the often-overlooked emotional labor of daily life. Learn practical strategies like batching tasks, automating small decisions, and incorporating "brain breaks" to reclaim your mental energy and combat that pervasive brain fog.

Feeling stuck in the endless cycle of comparison? This episode delves into why constantly measuring ourselves against others' highlight reels is a recipe for diminishing confidence and gratitude. Discover how shifting your focus from external comparisons to internal growth can unlock your true potential and foster genuine self-worth.

Join us as we recount a unique portrait session with a group of friends, where the minimalist studio and an unexpected barefoot rule transformed the experience. Discover how shedding inhibitions, both physical and mental, led to surprisingly authentic and deeply connected photographs. Explore the unconventional philosophy behind this approach and its profound impact on capturing genuine human connection.

Explore the psychological underpinnings of bullying behaviors, delving into how personality traits contribute to who bullies and who is bullied. This episode unpacks findings from meta-analyses on the Big Five personality traits, empathy, and narcissistic tendencies. Discover how these individual predispositions shape social interactions and offer crucial insights for understanding and addressing the pervasive problem of bullying.

Explore the fundamental nature of humanity, delving into philosophical and psychological debates about what defines us. This podcast examines how internal processes interact with external forces to shape behavior, and questions the stability of personality across time and situations. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of consciousness, the unconscious, and the influence of past, present, and future on our actions.

Explore the fundamental elements that shape who we are, from the stable structures of our personality to the dynamic psychological processes that drive us. Discover how nature and nurture intertwine in our growth and development, influencing everything from our temperament to our social interactions. Finally, delve into the complexities of psychopathology and the profound potential for behavioral change and personal evolution.

Explore the intricate world of human personality, delving into its definition as a unique system of psychological variables. Unpack the concepts of dispositions and psychic life, understanding how they shape our habitual behaviors and distinctive experiences. Discover the rigorous scientific methods employed by personality theorists, from diverse observations to the development of systematic, verifiable, and exhaustive theories that aim to make a tangible difference in our lives.

Esplora l'affascinante viaggio dello sviluppo e dell'apprendimento umano attraverso le lenti della psicologia. Dalle teorie classiche come Piaget e Vygotskij alle prospettive moderne del cognitivismo, scopri come la natura, l'ambiente e le interazioni sociali plasmano chi siamo. Approfondisci concetti chiave come l'attaccamento, la Teoria della Mente e l'impatto crescente delle tecnologie digitali sulla mente umana.

Esplora il viaggio affascinante dello sviluppo umano, dalla prima infanzia all'età adulta, attraverso le lenti della psicologia. Approfondisci come si modellano l'intelligenza, il linguaggio e le emozioni, scoprendo le teorie e gli studi che ne spiegano la complessità. Un podcast essenziale per chiunque voglia comprendere meglio se stesso e le dinamiche che ci legano al mondo.

This podcast offers a comprehensive guide to test administration for psychometrists in South Africa, focusing on the critical principles and ethical considerations essential for the HPCSA board exam. You'll learn about the core purpose of psychological assessment, the factors influencing test performance, and the legal and professional requirements in the South African context. Dive into the stages of assessment, from meticulous preparation and standardized administration to accurate scoring and nuanced interpretation, always emphasizing the importance of ethical practice and understanding your scope of practice.

This podcast provides an essential guide to the statistics required for the HPCSA Psychometry Board Exam in South Africa. It covers fundamental concepts of descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency and variability, and explores the normal distribution and skewness. Listeners will also learn about the critical role of standardized scores like Z-scores, T-scores, percentiles, stanines, and stens, culminating in an in-depth discussion on reliability, the Standard Error of Measurement, and the ethical imperative of Confidence Intervals in psychometric reporting.