A psychologist's take on world events, life, happiness and the human condition
Why are some people reporting depression and anxiety associated with Covid?
Covid seems to trigger profound mood effects in some people. Why might this be so?
The explanation is likely to be something that we already understand about the brain and immune system from observing other diseases.
Why seeing the world through a Victim’s eye is hard to change, and what you can do about it
Stuck in a disempowering victim mindset? Feel like people are working against you or not giving you the support you want?
This remarkably wise advice from Shrink Wrap guest writer, Tana Saler, could be exactly what you need.
We are not wired to understand exponential growth - here's why
If you place one grain of rice on the first square of a chessboard, two on the second, four on the third, and so on, how many grains will be on the 64th square?
The answer knocks most people’s socks off. Here’s a short explanation of what I’m calling COVID-19 dyscalculia.
Therapy from the comfort of your own home
Just a reminder that you can access psychological counselling remotely via PsychCam video conferencing, from anywhere in the world.
Coronavirus precautions for dance hobbyists
Lovers of Tango, Salsa, Contact Improv and Ceroc, we have a dilemma – how to continue our hobby safely in the time of COVID-19.
This easy to understand super-summary of the World Health Organization & PRC report tells you all you need to know, in simple terms.
Stress, Vagus nerves and Polyvagal Theory, made simple (really)
Do you ever feel stressed, anxious, angry or shutdown? Or perhaps you have physical ailments that you suspect are stress-related.
Well, it could be your Vagus Nerve. This article teaches you how to be a better steward of your mind-body, informed by Stephen Porges‘ Polyvagal Theory.
Popular painkilling drug in Tylenol and Panadol markedly reduces empathy
Research shows that the way some painkilling drugs work may significantly suppress your ability to feel empathy for others’ pain and pleasure.