What is Catastrophising?
If you find yourself often assuming the worst, the explanation may be that you have a tendency to catastrophise. Catastrophising at its core is the...
Read moreSurviving Stress: The Neurobiology
A world under stress Psychologists are utilising current neurobiological research to enhance their understanding of the relationship between bodily processes (in particular breathing, vision, and...
Read moreBoosting Helping Behaviour
LITERATURE REVIEW Recent research (1.) into attachment theory suggests that attachment insecurities are related to lower levels of various altruistic activities, such as empathy and...
Read moreThe Window of Tolerance: Supporting Resilience
This article aims to enable resilience in the difficult times we face today by introducing a framework, language, and tools for monitoring and improving stress-readiness....
Read morePostpartum Psychosis: What is it?
Written by Natascha Madden Postpartum psychosis is a very serious, rare mental health condition that occurs in approximately 1 in 1000 women, most often appearing...
Read moreThe Quality of Mental Health Apps
Dramatic growth in mental health apps has created a risky industry The Economist, Dec 11 2021 Apps are not always treatment substitutes: costs can...
Read moreHow to Help Someone with Anxiety
What is Anxiety and when should I offer help? Anxiety can be good for us. Moderate levels of anxiety make us alert and improve performance,...
Read moreFaking it!
The term “impostor phenomenon” was coined in 1978 by Georgia State University psychology professor Pauline Clance and psychologist Suzanne Imes in a study of high-achieving...
Read moreWhat Is Postnatal Or Postpartum Depression?
“Postnatal depression” or “postpartum depression” is the name given to depression that is experienced after your baby’s birth. It can occur from one month after...
Read moreWhat Happens in Your Brain and Body When a Relationship Ends?
If you or someone you care about is in a relationship that isn’t the healthiest partnership going around, you’ve probably realised that there isn’t an...
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