All toxic individuals are not created equal
Photo by Razvan Chisu on Unsplash Stories of toxic managers, politicians and bankers abound in today’s news headlines and social media stories, but why are there seemingly so many toxic...Read More >
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Inside Out 2: this fresh sequel shows teenage anxiety is not always a bad thing
When we think of teenagers experiencing anxiety, we’re likely to think about it as a mental health concern. But Inside Out 2 shows that anxiety is a normal feeling and...Read More >
Depression isn’t just sadness – it’s often a loss of pleasure
It’s often thought that if someone is depressed, they will feel sad or low most of the time. But what many don’t realise is that these aren’t the only symptoms...Read More >
Owning houseplants can boost your mental health – here’s how to pick the right one
In both Europe and the US, people spend up to 90% of their time indoors. But spending so much time inside can have consequences for your mental health. The World Health Organization estimates that 5%…Read More >
Anxiety and depression: can diet help?
We’ve all heard that anxiety, stress, and depression are much more common than they used to be. Evidence suggests that this is a result of the political and economic choices…Read More >
The science behind why hobbies can improve our mental health
The pandemic has taken its toll on many peoples’ mental health. Given the fear of the virus and the government restrictions on movement many may understandably be feeling more lonely,…Read More >
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme Showcase 2020
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme (UROP) offers undergraduate students the chance to gain hands-on research experience on projects covering all disciplines across University. These projects take the form of a…Read More >
Why coronavirus lockdown rules will not be obeyed by everyone
Why do some people find it harder to observe social distancing measures than others? Professor Patricia Riddell from Psychology discusses how our beliefs and experiences shape our responses in a new…Read More >
Is pain in your body or mind? How the answer can help guide your treatment
Our brains have the ability to tone down how intensely we feel pain in certain situations. In a new post for The Conversation, Dr Richard Harrison’s explains how his research…Read More >