The Psychology Minute

Episode 17 Living Single vs. Partnered

This episode looks at the psychological, economic and health differences and effects  between living single or with a partner.

Episode 16 Ear Worms

Have you ever had a song stuck in your head? If so, you have had an ear worm. What are they and how to get rid of them, on this Psychology Minute.

Episode 15 The Psychology of Daydreaming

Is daydreaming or "zoning out" harmful? Let's have a look at the.....hmmmmm....wait, I was daydreaming. Let's look at the value of daydreaming.

Episode 14 Superstitions and Rituals

Many athletes believe ritualistic behavior gives them confidence that they will be successful playing their sport. But is this true? Find out in this episode of The Psychology Minute.

Episode 13 Psychology of Gift Giving

Is gift giving pretty straight forward? Maybe, but there are psychological dimensions of gift giving that are interesting to explore. That's what we will do in this Psychology Minute.

Episode 12 Psychology of Street Crossing

Crossing streets can be a risky business. This episode examines the behavior of people when crossing the street.

Episode 11 Mental Health in America

In this episode we look at the mental health status in America. Many studies that formed the basis of this episode highlight the states with the most and fewest mental health problems and services. 

Episode 10 The Psychology of Kindness

Do acts of kindness benefit us psychologically? In this episode we'll explore the effects of kindness on our psychological and physical health. 

Episode 9 Bumps on your Head

Examining bumps on your head to determine your brain function was called phrenology and was an early 1800's psychological assessment. In this episode we'll see what modern technology has to say about phrenology.

Episode 8 Art and Psychology

When you experience art what do you really see? Perhaps you see a bit of yourself. Psychology and art intersect in this episode.