"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.
This podcast episode explores the psychology of fiction and its impact on our understanding of ourselves and others. The guest, Dr. Jennifer Lynn Barnes, a novelist and psychologist, discusses why humans are drawn to fictional worlds and how reading fiction deepens our empathy and expands our perspectives. The episode ...
This podcast episode explores the definition of noise and its distinction from sound. It highlights the detrimental effects of noise on learning in classrooms and emphasizes the need for noise reduction measures. The episode also discusses the impact of noise pollution on physical and mental health, including cardiovas...
This podcast episode explores the link between extreme heat and mental health. Psychologists and public health researchers have found that heat can affect both our mental and physical health. The research discussed in the episode highlights the importance of studying heat stress in the context of climate change and dis...
This podcast episode explores the concept of motivation and debunks the myth that some people are inherently motivated while others are not. The speakers emphasize that motivation is influenced by people's interests and the context they are in, and that understanding the role of context in motivation can help cultivate...
This podcast episode delves into the concept of solitude and its distinction from loneliness. It explores the positive and negative aspects of solitude, highlighting its impact on emotions, social connections, and well-being. The speakers emphasize the need to maintain a balance between solitude and social interactions...
This podcast episode examines the worrying decline in happiness among young adults in North America as reported in the 2024 World Happiness Report, contrasting it with rising happiness levels in young adults from Central and Eastern Europe. It delves into the multifaceted factors contributing to these trends, including...
This podcast episode explores the research on childfree adults, focusing on their characteristics, prevalence, and reasons for not having children. The podcast also discusses the impact of societal factors, such as reproductive rights and stigma, on the decision to be childfree. The researchers highlight the importance...
This podcast episode explores the impact of politics on individuals' mental and physical well-being. The guests discuss the correlation between political stress and anxiety, stress, and unhappiness, as well as the unique stressors of politics, such as identity-based and group-based forms of stress. They also highlight ...
This podcast episode explores Sesame Workshop's commitment to children's emotional well-being and the importance of destigmatizing mental health. Sesame Street's whole child curriculum focuses on academic and social-emotional skills, and the program continually conducts research to address the needs of children and soc...
This podcast episode explores the fascinating phenomena of déjà vu and jamais vu, shedding light on their triggers, patterns, and links to memory processes. It challenges the conventional notion that déjà vu is solely related to memory decline, revealing the complexities of these intriguing psychological experiences. T...
This podcast episode explores the psychology of sports fandom, discussing the motivations behind it, its impact on mental health, coping strategies for negative emotions, the influence of betting, the effects on team failures, psychological factors in sports performance, fan influence on sports calls, the darker side o...
This podcast episode explores the challenges and benefits of learning new skills as adults compared to when we were children. It discusses the differences in approach between children and adults when it comes to learning, highlighting the curiosity and openness of children and the selectivity and focus of adults. The e...
This podcast episode explores the complex phenomenon of serial killers, with a focus on serial sexual murderers. It delves into the motivations and psychodynamics of different types of serial killers, highlighting the fusion of sex and aggression in serial sexual murder. The episode also discusses the challenges in def...
This podcast episode explores the topic of family estrangement, discussing its definition, prevalence, causes, complexities, and challenges. The importance of considering individual circumstances and support systems when deciding whether to reconcile or maintain distance is emphasized. The potential benefits of therapy...
This podcast episode explores the developmental sequence of children's friendships, the importance of parental support in fostering friendships, the significance of best friends in children's lives, the challenges and opportunities of childhood friendships, the concept of soft criticism in child development, strategies...
This podcast episode explores the origins and accuracy of generational stereotypes, the challenges and opportunities of working with different generations in the workplace, the importance of understanding generational differences in communication styles, the impact of remote work on different generations, and the uniqu...
This podcast episode delves into the power of writing and words, particularly expressive writing as a therapeutic tool. Through research and expert insights, the speakers explore the origins of expressive writing and its evolution, highlighting its therapeutic benefits and effectiveness in managing emotional pain. The ...
This podcast episode delves into the multifaceted connections between music and various aspects of our lives. From its role in shaping identity to its therapeutic applications, music's influence extends across various cognitive, emotional, and social domains. The discussion highlights the impact of early exposure on mu...
This podcast episode challenges common perceptions of cats as aloof and independent creatures, exploring the research of Dr. Kristin Vitale, who suggests that cats are capable of forming deep emotional attachments with their humans. The research discussed in the episode demonstrates the social intelligence and cognitiv...
This podcast episode explores the increasing urbanization rate and its associated challenges to mental health, particularly focusing on the concept of restorative cities. Dr. Jenny Rowe defines a restorative environment as any environment that supports mental health and highlights nature as a key restorative attribute ...
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