Niamh and Kate talk to clinical psychologist Dr Kimberley Norris about how people cope in extreme and unusual environments like isolation. Kim’s research looked at Antarctic scientists and NASA astronauts, but her findings are relevant for all of us to maintain good mental health while social distancing.

This week we are launching a new feature and bringing you a how-to guide for coping with relaxed restrictions. Check it out here: https://thatsscience.org/thats-what-i-call-science-blog/

Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
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Hosts: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS) & Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)
Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles)
Media: Olivia Holloway (@LivHolloway_)