Psychology

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Why is it so hard to control our thoughts? New research led by UNSW Sydney shows suppressed thoughts could be hiding in the visual part of our brains – without us even knowing.

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New research suggests people with autism may not have as much difficulty imagining the thoughts of others as previously believed.

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With last summer’s bushfires largely out of the headlines, has the psychological distance people might feel towards climate change increased?

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Face pareidolia – the phenomenon of seeing faces in everyday objects – uses the same brain processes that we use to recognise and interpret other ‘real’ human faces.

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Commitment to act and the courage to be vulnerable should form the foundation of any leadership model – not just inclusive leadership.

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Mental health is more than just the absence of mental illness. Positive mental health involves feeling good and functioning well, and there are ways to improve even if you don't have a mental illness.

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How do you know if your fears of coronavirus are out of control? And what can you do about it?

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A group of UNSW cross-discipline experts discuss the benefits of plants, gardening and green spaces during COVID-19.

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The best way to avoid any family tensions at home is to know how to spot them building and then try to calm things down. Here are some tips on how to do that.

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Is it safe to nip out for milk? Should I download the COVIDSafe app? Is it OK to wear my pyjamas in a Zoom meeting? All these extra decisions are taking their toll.

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