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- 922 - Being a human lab rat for 30 years: what happens next
Researchers knew Susannah better than her own parents. They may have even known her better than herself. Today, how spending thirty years in a psychological study warped journalist Susannah Breslin's life. If you enjoyed this episode and want to check out another, take a listen to Trauma, OCD and a PhD.
Sun, 14 Apr 2024 - 29min - 921 - The unspoken rules that govern our behaviour
Whether it's shaking hands or which side of the road to drive on, social norms dominate the way we behave. But when norms change suddenly, you get chaos. Just ask Sweden. If you'd like to hear more from today's expert, Matt featured in an episode in 2021 called Neuromarketing — how brands target your brain. Check it out!
Sun, 07 Apr 2024 - 29min - 920 - Are animals conscious?
Have you ever looked at your pet and thought, what is going on inside your brain? Today, we're heading to the World Science Festival Brisbane for All in the Mind live to discuss animal consciousness. If you enjoyed this episode and are keen to listen to another, check out How our brain chemicals drive our behaviour. This episode was recorded live at the World Science Festival Brisbane.
Sun, 31 Mar 2024 - 29min - 919 - Cults and coercive control
Popular culture is endlessly fascinated with cults, and they have the capacity to make ordinary people do unthinkable things. Today - how cults reel people in, how coercive control keeps them there and what it takes to get out. This episode was first broadcast in October 2022. And if you enjoyed listening, you should check out our episode The History of Brainwashing.
Sun, 24 Mar 2024 - 29min - 918 - What influences your inner voice? Controlling 'chatter' part two
That voice inside your head - where does it come from? We bring back a topic that was one of our most popular for a long awaited part two. Today, what shapes your internal chatter. Our original episode on chatter is called Controlling the chatter in your head, if you liked this episode you'll love that one!
Sun, 17 Mar 2024 - 29min - 917 - How (not) to manifest a million dollars
If you could manifest anything into your life, what would it be? A perfect partner, your dream house, winning the lottery? Manifesting promises a limitless potential of dreams to achieve — through methods like vision boards and affirmations. But does manifesting actually help us realise our goals? Is it harmless fun? Healthy positive thinking? Or can manifestation lead the brain down some dark alleys that you might not expect? In this episode we mention another episode called Visualisation and values — goal setting like a winner. It's part two of our two part series on the athlete's mindset. Part one is called A winning mindset — how top athletes think. If you have a topic idea for All in the Mind, reach out to us via email at mind_rn@abc.net.au
Sun, 10 Mar 2024 - 29min - 915 - Wanted: Unicorns. Mission: Mars.
NASA wants to send humans to Mars in the next decade or so. But can our minds handle it? We talk to a NASA psychologist and retired astronaut about the psychological challenges people already face on long-duration space missions — and find out what it will take to get to Mars. If you liked this episode, you might like one of our past episodes about the isolation we all experienced during the pandemic. It's called The brain in isolation.
Sun, 03 Mar 2024 - 29min - 914 - The skills supercommunicators use, which you can learn too
What does working for the CIA, navigating hot button topics and talking to teenagers all have in common? They're situations that supercommunicators excel at. Today, we explore how you can become a supercommunicator too. In this episode we touch on a previous story, Introversion vs Extroversion. If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love that one too.
Sun, 25 Feb 2024 - 30min - 912 - Moog became a Youtube megastar — and it messed with his mental health
Parasocial relationships can be intense — and we all have them to some degree. Whether you're a Swiftie, a fan of the Matildas or just watch the local news every night. But what its like to be on the receiving end of millions of parasocial relationships? For Blair Joscelyne AKA Moog, one half of Mighty Car Mods, it took some unexpected steps to cope. If you're interested in what it's like to be famous, you'll love our episode The dark side of fame and what it does to the brain.
Sun, 18 Feb 2024 - 29min - 911 - When to trust your gut instinct, and when to ignore it
We all have moments in our lives when we feel an unconscious pull towards a certain decision. Should you walk down that dark alley? Does that person seem a bit off? Why is that giving me the heebie-jeebies? For Isla Lucas, a gut feeling while on holiday saved her life… Or did it? We take a look at the science and fantasy of intuition. If you liked this episode, you'll love our episode on The Pleasure Of Pain
Sun, 11 Feb 2024 - 29min - 910 - Nine big myths about depression — busted
Now that we're more comfortable talking about mental health, it's time to address some misconceptions. Is depression REALLY a chemical imbalance in the brain? What's the difference between being depressed and distressed? And are psychedelics the solution we've been waiting for? Today, Professor Ian Hickie breaks it all down and reveals the biggest myths about depression.
Sun, 04 Feb 2024 - 30min - 909 - Think like a winner: performance psychology and lessons for everyday life
What does it take to go from second place, to first? Good, to great? This episode was first broadcast in July 2023. It's part one of our two parter on performance psychology. Part two is called Visualisation and values — goal setting like a winner.
Sun, 28 Jan 2024 - 29min - 908 - Babies turn us into non-stop singing machines. Why?
A founding member of the band Gang of Youths. A single mum from Adelaide. A dad of two in Brisbane. What do all these people have in common? They all have young kids, and they all sing to them constantly! This week we ask: why do babies turn us into non-stop singing machines? Where does this instinct come from and what purpose does it serve? This episode was first broadcast in August 2023.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024 - 34min - 907 - The diagnosis that inspired an album
ARIA-nominated musician Parvyn knows what it's like to lose touch with reality. Delusions, mania, psychosis — she's experienced it all, often while on tour. Despite processing these experiences on her debut solo album 'Sa', she's never spoken publicly about her mental health — until now. This episode was first broadcast in March 2023.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024 - 29min - 906 - How The Man Cave talks to teens about toxic masculinity
As a teen, Hunter Johnson wanted to be the best at sport, the best at getting girls, and the best at getting attention. But one moment would change everything for him — forcing him to rethink his ideas about masculinity. Now, he's paying it forward. Last week, we explored why toxic masculinity is tricky to talk about. Today, we hear from someone having that conversation daily — shifting the focus from toxic behaviours and beliefs … to emotional intelligence. This episode was first broadcast in February 2023.
Sun, 07 Jan 2024 - 29min - 905 - A dad's attempt to understand toxic masculinity
Do you get defensive when you hear the term toxic masculinity? You wouldn't be the only one, if so. In this episode, we follow one dad's attempts to understand where internet algorithms are sending his son… and ask, how do we deal with toxic masculinity, when the very term has become contested? This episode was first broadcast in February 2023.
Sun, 31 Dec 2023 - 29min - 904 - Gossip is fun! Gossip is bad! Gossip is… Good?
Sex, scandal, money and misdeeds. All elements of good gossip. So why do we love the gossip, but not the gossiper? And why are we invested in the secrets of celebrities, even though they're strangers? This episode was first broadcast in February 2023.
Sun, 24 Dec 2023 - 29min - 903 - Only as good as your grades – why 'toxic achievement culture' can crush kids
The best grades, the best schools, the best sports programs, the best universities – sure, it's great for students to strive for success. But when does the pressure to succeed become too much? American journalist Jennifer Wallace says 'toxic achievement culture' is harming the mental health of many students. Is this a uniquely American phenomenon?
Sun, 17 Dec 2023 - 31min - 902 - Hot and bothered
We all tend to get a bit cranky when the weather turns super hot, but did you know heatwaves can worsen certain mental health conditions? We explore the troubling ways heat can affects our mental health and behaviour. Just a heads up, this episode touches on the topic of suicide. Please take care.
Sun, 10 Dec 2023 - 29min - 901 - The 5 things kids ask when they're grieving
Talking about death and grief is hard for anyone, let alone children. But children do experience grief and often have questions they want to ask. Today, how to talk to kids about death, loss and grief.
Sun, 03 Dec 2023 - 29min - 900 - How the drive to be perfect is linked to eating disorders
Aiming for perfect sounds like a good thing, right? But when perfectionism grows into hurtful self-criticism and unrelenting standards, it can be damaging for your mental health. And it turns out, perfectionism is linked to an already complex group of mental illnesses. Today, the role perfectionism plays in eating disorders. Please take care while listening if this topic is sensitive for you. And if you would like support, the Butterfly Foundation has a national support helpline for body image issues or eating disorders. You can reach them on 1800 33 4673 or head to their website.
Sun, 26 Nov 2023 - 29min - 899 - Mental illness ran in Meg's family. Suicide forced them to talk about it.
Pulitzer prize finalist Meg Kissinger grew up in the 1960's and 70's, steeped in feelings of shame and guilt about the mental illness that plagued her family. Now a journalist covering mental health, she's made it her mission to share stories of lost loved ones and the systems that failed them. This episode explores the topic of suicide. Please take care while listening and don't hesitate to reach out for support if you need it. You can reach Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.
Sun, 19 Nov 2023 - 29min - 898 - Is life coaching legit?
Social media abounds with mindset mentors, spiritual healers, influencers and more — many of who offer life coaching. Does anyone know what they're talking about?
Sun, 12 Nov 2023 - 29min - 897 - The decades long feud of mind vs brain in AI
To imagine the future of artificial intelligence, it's important to reflect on some of the big moments in it's past. This week, James Purtill from Science Friction brings us a story of competition, surprise and thinking machines. This is the only time you'll hear Science Friction in the All in the Mind feed. To hear the full six-part series on AI, Hello AI Overlords, search for Science Friction in your podcast feed.
Sun, 05 Nov 2023 - 29min - 896 - ADHD, TikTok, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria — meet Matilda's brain
TikTok is a mixed bag when it comes to mental health content. Great at raising awareness and building community, but not always accurate or evidence based. Journalist Matilda Boseley sees both sides – but she says TikTok was the push she needed to seek out a formal diagnosis.
Sun, 29 Oct 2023 - 30min - 895 - The confusion around concussions
Concussions are hard to diagnose, often get missed, and not always taken seriously. And if you're not a professional athlete, it can be surprisingly hard to get clear information on how to manage and recover afterwards. Why? The brain is your most important organ, after all! This week, we try and make sense of the confusion around concussions.
Sun, 22 Oct 2023 - 29min - 894 - What psychosis feels like: The Tree of Ecstasy and Unbearable Sadness
Artist Matt Ottley has been experiencing hallucinations since he was a child. Today, Matt takes us on a journey to understand what psychosis can feel like, through storytelling and musical composition.
Sun, 15 Oct 2023 - 29min - 893 - A kid can't be diagnosed as a psychopath. Why?
As a toddler, Nicole's son was extremely aggressive. As he got older, his behaviour worsened. In this episode from our archives, we examine 'callous unemotional traits' — the early warning signs of psychopathy that emerge in childhood. This episode was first broadcast in December 2022.
Sun, 08 Oct 2023 - 31min - 892 - Seeing red — anger and aggression
What happens when we let our most destructive emotion dominate? On All in the Mind this week, we explore why we get angry, how you might control aggression and whether it can ever be ... useful. This episode was first broadcast in February 2022.
Sun, 01 Oct 2023 - 29min - 891 - Introversion vs Extroversion Part II: Genes, gender and leadership
In part two of our look at introversion and extroversion, we dive into the science and psychology of personality. How do we develop these traits? How much are our genes responsible? The way brains of introverts and extroverts differ will probably surprise you. This episode was first broadcast in August 2022.
Sun, 24 Sep 2023 - 29min - 890 - Introversion vs Extroversion
Jessica Pan was a life-long shy introvert and for the most part she was happy with this aspect of her personality – until the loneliness crept it. This week on All in the Mind, the first of two episodes exploring introversion and extroversion. The benefits and downsides of each, how these traits impact our mental health and whether we change, if we want to. This episode was first broadcast in August 2022.
Sun, 17 Sep 2023 - 29min - 889 - Its not just mums that get perinatal depression and anxiety
1 in 10 dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, and more seem to be willing to reach out for help. Chris Jephcott wishes he'd been one of them. If this episode raises any issues for you, you can reach out to: Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) 1300 726 306
Sun, 10 Sep 2023 - 29min - 888 - Nature prescriptions — just what the doctor ordered
Nature is good for our wellbeing. But how much green space does a community need, before you can see a wellbeing boost? And how do we encourage people to spend more time outdoors?
Sun, 03 Sep 2023 - 33min - 887 - Is Stockholm Syndrome a sexist myth?
A bank heist, a hostage drama and a dubious diagnosis. It's 50 years since the robbery that inspired the term 'Stockholm Syndrome', and today we explore the origins of the proposed condition - and probe the many problems with that label.
Sun, 27 Aug 2023 - 29min - 886 - Hacking humans: social engineering and the power of influence
Chris Hadnagy’s job involves breaking into break into banks. But he’s not after money, gold or jewels. He’s searching for weaknesses – in systems, in security, and in people. And he doesn’t use weapons or threats of violence to get past guards and into vaults. He uses a smile - and a few tricks from his toolbox of psychology and social engineering techniques. Chris is the founder and CEO of Social Engineer LLC and lectures about social engineering around the globe. On All in the Mind this week, the psychology of influence and what makes some people more vulnerable to being ‘hacked’ than others. This episode was first broadcast in August 2021.
Sun, 20 Aug 2023 - 29min - 885 - Why do we sing to babies?
A founding member of the band Gang of Youths. A single mum from Adelaide. A dad of two in Brisbane. What do all these people have in common? They all have young kids, and they all sing to them constantly! As part of our exploration of sound and noise for Science Week, we ask: why do babies turn us into non-stop singing machines? Where does this instinct come from and what purpose does it serve? For more Science Week stories, head to abc.net.au/science
Sun, 13 Aug 2023 - 34min - 884 - The psychology of fashion — it's more than just clothes
Fashion can embody a lot: status, identity, belonging... A great outfit makes us feel confident, but the fashion industry can be harmful to our self esteem. So what does fashion say about us? And why as humans do we even care about clothes?
Sun, 06 Aug 2023 - 29min - 883 - Murder, trauma and a different kind of grief — what true crime pods often overlook
For years, psychologist Patricia Harney avoided true crime podcasts and docos. They hit too close to home. Recently she's been testing the waters, and noticing these whodunnit shows often leave out a crucial element of the story.
Sun, 30 Jul 2023 - 29min - 882 - Toxic positivity — when happiness becomes harmful
We're urged to stay positive and keep up a cheerful disposition ... but sometimes things are just awful, aren’t they? On All in the Mind this week we look at why we engage in toxic positivity, why it's so damaging when we do and whether something called 'tragic optimism' could be the antidote. This episode was first broadcast in February 2022.
Sun, 23 Jul 2023 - 31min - 881 - Visualisation and values — goal setting like a winner
In your mind's eye, can you see yourself achieving your dream goal? Can you imagine what it would feel like? Who you'd be talking to when you achieve it? Turns out the more you can imagine, the better your shot at achieving you goal. But that's not the whole story… This is part two of our two-parter on performance psychology.
Sun, 16 Jul 2023 - 29min - 880 - A winning mindset — how top athletes think
What does it take to go from second place, to first? Good, to great? This is part one of our two parter on performance psychology.
Sun, 09 Jul 2023 - 29min - 879 - Can you smell yourself happy?
What's your favourite smell? And why is it your favourite? Maybe it reminds you of a special moment, a particular place or a loved one. But can you use these scents to make yourself… Happier? And what happens if we lose our sense of smell altogether?
Sun, 02 Jul 2023 - 29min - 878 - Demystifying menopause
Whether you're 19 and never given it a thought, or 40 and starting to wonder, menopause is an unavoidable part of life for half the population. But many of us are shaky on the details of what to expect — apart from hot flashes/flushes, maybe. Former model Ali Daddo was one of those people: totally unprepared, and caught off guard when it hit. She's on a mission to make sure other women are more informed – and therefrom more empowered – than she was. Just a heads up, this episode touches on mental health struggles and suicide. Please take care while listening.
Sun, 25 Jun 2023 - 29min - 877 - Danger and thrills: inside the mind of a high sensation seeker
Sky diving. Racing cars. Abseiling. Jumping into an ice bath. Depending on who you are, those activities either delight or horrify you. High sensation seekers love the thrill, and that leads some to extreme sports, others to crime. Marley Duncan can tell you first hand: option one is way better. Just a note, this episode contains strong language and swear words.
Sun, 18 Jun 2023 - 29min - 876 - The pleasure of pain
Spicy food, scary movies, BDSM … why do humans sometimes chase painful experiences and how are they linked to pleasure? This episode was first broadcast in March 2022.
Sun, 11 Jun 2023 - 28min - 875 - 'Like a bereavement every month' — the extreme emotions of PMDD
Laura would spend weeks feeling normal — even happy. But like clockwork, every month, suddenly she would feel intense depression, making her unrecognisable to herself and friends. It took her nearly two decades to identify what was causing this rollercoaster of mood: PMDD, AKA Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. So what is it about hormones that make some people feel such intense emotions? And why is PMDD still so misunderstood? This episode touches on the topic of suicide. Please take care while listening.
Sun, 04 Jun 2023 - 29min - 874 - Hook me baby one more time: the psychology of pop music
What's the most catchy song you can think of? Is there a moment that makes you suddenly pay attention, mesmerised by the melody or beat? You're probably reflecting on a song's hook. But why do hooks capture our minds and memories? A music psychologist and musicologist share their thoughts on the power of hooks. In this episode you'll hear Tim and Jadey cover pop songs which Sana credits at the end of the episode. To see the written credits, head to our website.
Sun, 28 May 2023 - 29min - 873 - What's been on Lynne Malcolm's mind (since leaving All in the Mind)
Lynne Malcolm is used to being in the host's seat, but today, the tables are turned. She's back on All in the Mind to discuss her new book, appropriately titled All in the Mind. So what did she learn through 9 years of interviews? How did the show help her process her own mental health? Lynne reflects on her expansive career at the ABC and the personal connections she made along the way.
Sun, 21 May 2023 - 29min - 872 - Whispers, taps and tingles — what is ASMR?
This episode was first broadcast in September 2021. Have you heard of ASMR? Whispery, clicky, crinkly videos are massive on YouTube - racking up millions of views. The idea is that these sounds elicit a certain tingly, calming sensation in some people. So what is ASMR and what does the science tell us about it? Is it real … or pseudoscience? And why do some people get the opposite reaction – irritation rather than these pleasant tingles?
Sun, 14 May 2023 - 29min - 871 - What's the deal with EMDR?
This episode deals with descriptions of abuse. Please take care while listening. Michael Baldwin cycled through seven therapists over 22 years. No one could help him overcome the trauma of his childhood — until he tried EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy). But why would eye movements help a person process their trauma? It sounds fantastical. Is it?
Sun, 07 May 2023 - 30min - 870 - The human drive to connect – and divide
It's human nature to form groups — families, friends, online communities. We love to be surrounded by people similar to us. But that can also make us discriminatory and defensive. And social media makes that instinct worse. In this episode, we look at how our brains evolved to connect and divide, and what that means for the problems we face in our modern world.
Sun, 30 Apr 2023 - 29min - 869 - Fantasy and make believe — how our brains interpret fiction
A magical kingdom with ogres and fairies. A post-apocalyptic world ruled by machines. An underwater monster that resembles a dragon. These fictional worlds might only be described by words, but the images they create in our minds feel so real. Why are our brains so good at creating imaginary images? Producer Rose Kerr explores how an author's words translate into the mind's of readers.
Sun, 23 Apr 2023 - 29min - 868 - The one thing we've never spoken about
Journalist Elfy Scott grew up in a loving and tight knit family, but there was one topic they never spoke about, for a long time: her mother's schizophrenia. Now, Elfy is sharing her family's story, and interrogating why stigma so often silences conversations about complex mental health disorders.
Sun, 16 Apr 2023 - 29min - 867 - Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology
This episode was first broadcast in June 2021. Have you ever tried a self-help book? Did it… well, help? On All in the Mind this week, why self-help sometimes falls short ... and the problem with pop psychology more generally.
Sun, 09 Apr 2023 - 29min - 866 - Scam psychology – how scammers get in our heads (and wallets)
A lot of us would like to think we could spot a scam a mile away. Spelling errors, suspicious email addresses and requests for money… all tip offs that something isn't right. But none of us are immune to scammers' psychological tricks – not even psychologists. In this episode, forensic neuropsychologist Dr Stacey Wood reveals the tricks and techniques scammers use, and what makes us most vulnerable to their tactics.
Sun, 02 Apr 2023 - 29min - 865 - The battle for better sleep
Do you wake up each morning refreshed and well slept? Or are you the kind of person who tosses and turns for ages before falling asleep, ruminating on all of your missteps and stresses from the day? If you chose option two, this episode is for you. We get advice on making nighttime more restful — beyond the standard 'don't look at your phone before bed.' (Though that's important too).
Sun, 26 Mar 2023 - 30min - 864 - Cognitive dissonance and mental gymnastics
Doing something that goes against your beliefs feels pretty bad, right? But what if those beliefs are stopping you from doing something good for you? Producer Rose Kerr investigates the role cognitive dissonance plays in our lives: how it can lead to some creative mental gymnastics, and when it can be harnessed for good.
Sun, 19 Mar 2023 - 30min - 863 - A musician processes her bipolar diagnosis
ARIA-nominated musician Parvyn knows what it's like to lose touch with reality. Delusions, mania, psychosis — she's experienced it all, often while on tour. Despite processing these experiences on her debut solo album 'Sa', she's never spoken publicly about her mental health — until now.
Sun, 12 Mar 2023 - 30min - 862 - Controlling the chatter in your head
This episode was first broadcast in February 2022. Most of us have an inner voice – it reminds you to pick up milk on your way home, helps problem solve, or rehearse what you’re going to say. But there are times that helpful voice veers into harmful chatter.
Sun, 05 Mar 2023 - 30min - 861 - Teen boys, modern masculinity and The Man Cave
As a teen, Hunter Johnson wanted to be the best at sport, the best at getting girls, and the best at getting attention. But one moment would change everything for him — forcing him to rethink his ideas about masculinity. Now, he's paying it forward. Last week, we explored why toxic masculinity is tricky to talk about. Today, we hear from someone having that conversation daily — shifting the focus from toxic behaviours and beliefs … to emotional intelligence.
Sun, 26 Feb 2023 - 30min - 860 - Why talking about toxic masculinity is getting trickier
Do you get defensive when you hear the term toxic masculinity? You wouldn't be the only one, if so. In this episode, we follow one dad's attempts to understand where internet algorithms are sending his son… and ask, how do we deal with toxic masculinity, when the very term has become contested?
Sun, 19 Feb 2023 - 30min - 859 - Your body, your brain, your self
From phantom limbs to Alice in Wonderland syndrome — why does the brain sometimes mess up its awareness and understanding of the body it belongs to? Neuroscientist and author of Body Am I, Moheb Costandi explains.
Fri, 10 Feb 2023 - 30min - 858 - The Paradoxes of Gossip
Sex, scandal, money and misdeeds. All elements of good gossip. So why do we love the gossip, but not the gossiper? And why are we invested in the secrets of celebrities, even though they're strangers?
Fri, 03 Feb 2023 - 30min - 857 - The History of Brainwashing
Where do you draw the line between brainwashing… and influence? Thought control… and mere suggestion? From the Korean War, to The Beatles, to current day, we trace the sometimes scary/sometimes weird history of brainwashing.
Fri, 27 Jan 2023 - 30min - 856 - The Art of Negotiation: mind games and emotional intelligence
This episode was first broadcast in September 2022. You might not think of yourself as a negotiator but big or small we all negotiate daily. Getting better at it could make your life easier. So what's the most effective way to negotiate? Is playing hardball ever a useful strategy? And what do you do when you're at a power disadvantage?
Sun, 22 Jan 2023 - 30min - 855 - 'Refrigerator mothers' and the history of autism
This episode was first broadcast in May 2022. On All in the Mind this week, the early history of autism. With historian of science Professor Marga Vicedo we learn about the blame that was cast on mothers, the fight to get adequate help and support for families, and the movement that one mother, Clara Park, helped spark.
Sun, 15 Jan 2023 - 30min - 854 - Humour me: why we laugh and what counts as funny
This episode was first broadcast in March 2022. Why do we laugh, and what makes something funny? A psychologist, a neuroscientist and satirist Mark Humphries weigh in on humour and the brain.
Sun, 08 Jan 2023 - 30min - 853 - The vicious cycle of alcohol and anxiety
Over summer, we're sharing some of our favourite episodes of the year. This one was first broadcast in April 2022. Anxiety and alcohol misuse are a common pairing. How do the two egg each other on and what can be done to halt the cycle? Plus, the personality traits that shape our likelihood of harmful alcohol use.
Sun, 01 Jan 2023 - 30min - 852 - What happens when our minds wander?
This summer, we're sharing some of our favourite episodes of the year. This episode was first broadcast in April. What are the constructive things our minds do when they wander? And when does mindwandering cross over … into not-so-constructive territory? Guests: Professor Moshe Bar Cognitive Neuroscientist, Bar-Ilan University; Author, Mindwandering: How It Can Improve Your Mood and Boost Your Creativity Producer: James Bullen Sound Engineer: Roi Huberman
Sun, 25 Dec 2022 - 30min - 851 - A kid can't be diagnosed as a psychopath. Why?
As a toddler, Nicole's son was extremely aggressive. As he got older, his behaviour worsened. In our final episode of the year, we examine 'callous unemotional traits' — the early warning signs of psychopathy that emerge in childhood.
Fri, 16 Dec 2022 - 30min - 850 - The toxic effects of rudeness
This episode was first broadcast in November 2021. Are your colleagues rude? Do people regularly ignore each other or dismiss opinions in meetings? Ever gotten an all caps email? On All in the Mind this week, we examine the toxic effects of rude behaviour. And are we getting more rude as a society?
Fri, 09 Dec 2022 - 30min - 849 - #TraumaTok: How trauma took over the internet
If you open any social media app, you're likely to eventually come across videos of people discussing trauma. The hashtag TraumaTok has billions of views... So how did trauma take over the internet? And what effect is it having on our mental health? Technology Reporter Ariel Bogle investigates.
Fri, 02 Dec 2022 - 30min - 848 - Treating IBS with... Hypnotherapy?
When you get nervous, can you feel it in your stomach? The gut-brain connection is something many of us have experienced but probably not given much thought to. Research into this connection has led to the rise of a seemingly unexpected treatment for IBS: hypnotherapy. Producer Danni Stewart investigates how Irritable Bowel Syndrome can be treated.
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 - 30min - 847 - The Certainty Myth
If the only certainty is uncertainty, how do we manage our anxieties about the unknown? Today we explore why the mind struggles with uncertainty and what we can do to manage it.
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 - 846 - Trauma, OCD and a PhD
Before she was Dr Alix Woolard, Alix was a teenager grappling with a traumatic event in her family. It would affect her mental health dramatically, leaving her unsure of her path ahead. Now, Dr Alix Woolard researches childhood trauma and it's lifelong impacts. This episode deals with mental health and discusses suicide. Please listen with care.
Sun, 13 Nov 2022 - 30min - 845 - The dark side of fame and what it does to the brain
Have you ever thought, I wonder what it's like being famous? Maybe it's something you've always dreamed of, or maybe it's your worst nightmare. Being famous is something many people aspire to, but the reality can be isolating. This week, producer Jennifer Leake looks at what fame does to a person's psychology.
Sun, 06 Nov 2022 - 30min - 844 - Milgram Shock and Stanford Prison — what we misunderstand about the most infamous experiments in psychology
What makes people do evil things? Psychologist Stanley Milgram wanted to understand if people could be led to do awful things, just by being told to do them. The experiment he would devise to test this would become one of the most infamous examples of unethical studies in the field of psychology: The Milgram Shock Experiment. But Professor Alex Haslam says that's not the full picture… And the findings are misunderstood.
Sun, 30 Oct 2022 - 30min - 843 - Childhood attachment, animal rights and the 'pit of despair': Harry Harlow's unethical experimentsSun, 23 Oct 2022 - 30min
- 842 - Why being a beginner is good for you
Learning chess with his young daughter kickstarted a life-long journey of learning for Tom Vanderbilt. Here's what he discovered about being an adult beginner, its benefits, and how kids and adults learn differently.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 - 30min - 840 - Unethical experiments: the Monster Study
With relatively benign intentions, Wendell Johnson devised an experiment that would go on to be dubbed the Monster Study, inflicting terrible harm on a group of vulnerable and unsuspecting children.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 - 30min - 839 - The psychological tricks that make cults so dangerous
Popular culture is endlessly fascinated with cults, and they have to capacity to make ordinary people do unthinkable things. So how do cults reel people in and what does it take to leave?
Sun, 02 Oct 2022 - 838 - Language and lossSun, 25 Sep 2022 - 30min
- 837 - The Art of Negotiation: mind games and emotional intelligence
You might not think of yourself as a negotiator but big or small we all negotiate daily and getting better at it could make your life easier.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 - 30min - 836 - Pleasure, pain, dopamine and the brain
Addiction has long been a problem for humans, but smart phones and the internet have changed the game. So how can we find balance in a dopamine overloaded world?
Sun, 11 Sep 2022 - 30min - 835 - Busting bias: what works and what doesn't
You've probably heard of unconscious bias but how are they formed and what can we do to stop the damage they can cause?
Sun, 04 Sep 2022 - 30min - 832 - Introversion vs Extroversion Part II: Genes, gender and leadershipSun, 28 Aug 2022 - 30min
- 831 - Introversion vs ExtroversionSun, 21 Aug 2022 - 30min
- 830 - Can we 'unlearn' chronic pain?
Few sensations are as primal, as fundamental to our very survival, as pain. But for a fifth of Australian adults, that useful protective mechanism lingers as chronic pain — persistent aching, searing, stabbing sensations, which can be incredibly stressful and debilitating. What if you could dial down that pain — or even extinguish it altogether — by retraining your brain?
Sun, 14 Aug 2022 - 30min - 829 - The making of a magnificent memory
Anastasia Woolmer explains the techniques memory athletes use, and how you can apply them to everyday life.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 - 29min - 828 - Misadventures in multitasking
How many times in a day are you doing just one thing? Or is it more common that you’re multitasking – maybe texting and walking? Reading while listening to music? We all multitask to some degree, but do any of us do it well? And is that even possible? This week on All in the Mind, we look into the science of multitasking – why we struggle to do it, why some of us are better at it than others – and how to do it effectively if you must. First broadcast 19 December 2021.
Sun, 31 Jul 2022 - 29min - 827 - Neuromarketing — how brands target your brain
Would you be able to tell the difference between a bargain bin red and a top drop? Or how about what separates a duck paté … from one made of dog food? Perception is everything when it comes to marketing, and decades of neuroscience and psychology research have given businesses ever greater insights into how we can make decisions and how they can subtly shape our expectations so that yes – even dog food paté can become appealing. But the ramifications of this power may be pushing companies into unethical territory. First broadcast on 22 August 2021.
Sun, 24 Jul 2022 - 29min - 826 - The 'hidden histories' of autistic adults
Over the past two decades, our cultural understanding of autism and what it means to be autistic has grown - though we have a long way to go. But there are entire generations of people who grew up when the popular conception of autism was a far cry from how it’s now understood. It meant a whole host of people who grew up feeling like they didn’t fit in, but never quite knowing why. They were autistic, but undiagnosed. And when a diagnosis did come as an adult – it was often revelatory and life-changing. On All in the Mind this week, 'hidden histories’ of late-diagnosed autistic adults. First broadcast 8 August 2021.
Sun, 17 Jul 2022 - 29min - 825 - Does guilt have a silver lining?
Guilt and shame are often used interchangeably, but researchers in emotion and psychology say they are distinct – and often motivate people into very different paths of behaviour. For the feeling of guilt, at least, that might even push you into making unexpected positive changes.
Sun, 19 Jun 2022 - 29min - 823 - Taking back control of your time
Our brains are easily distracted or overwhelmed. And that can make getting stuff done harder than it needs to be. This week, we look at methods and strategies for avoiding unnecessary stress by managing your priorities, your focus, and your energy with organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber.
Sun, 10 Jul 2022 - 29min - 822 - Not broken, just wired differently: ADHD in adulthood
Imagine getting a diagnosis in adulthood that suddenly made so much of your life make sense. It explains why you’ve always had trouble being on time, starting things you don’t finish, avoiding difficult projects. Producer Jennifer Leake explores the impact of an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood.
Sun, 03 Jul 2022 - 29min - 821 - The secret life of secrets
Michael Slepian researches the psychology of secrets. But what he didn't know — until about a decade ago — was that his family had a major secret they were keeping from him. One they planned never to reveal. Until …
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 - 29min - 819 - How we make up our minds: Sydney Writers' Festival
In the uncertain times we live in, how exactly are we meant to make up our minds? How do we weigh up pros, cons and risk factors, and how do stress and fear bear on our capacity for critical thinking? And how often are we even aware of the decisions we’re making? On All in the Mind this week, a special panel discussion recorded at the Sydney Writers’ Festival.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 - 29min - 818 - You've got the music in you
Music is central to the human experience. We celebrate with it, commiserate through it - often some of our strongest memories are tied to it. On All in the Mind this week, how music affects us from the womb through the rest of our lives - and what new research tells us about its measurable impact on our mental health. Plus, the 'plink' test - how our musical memories can identify a track from just a sliver of song, and the power of music to shape our emotions.
Sun, 05 Jun 2022 - 29min - 817 - 'Refrigerator mothers' and the history of autism
On All in the Mind this week, the early history of autism. With historian of science Professor Marga Vicedo we learn about the blame that was cast on mothers, the fight to get adequate help and support for families, and the movement that one mother, Clara Park, helped spark.
Sun, 29 May 2022 - 29min - 816 - Can you change your personality?
Have you ever wanted to change your personality? Many people do - studies find we're keen to become more extroverted, more agreeable and more conscientious. But what does the evidence say about whether people do change? And can you tweak your personality deliberately?
Sun, 22 May 2022 - 29min
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