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In this podcast, we will be discussing the Lake Wobegon effect which follows the trend of social comparison.  From 'I know better than them, to 'I have better musical preferences' it's all it. We will review how it creates a picture of cognitive bias and affects our performance, which to an extent is important, yet at times, hinders us from improving. Followed by various explanations surrounding why we experience this effect and discussing the results of a few famous studies. Further giving some nano tips to uncover this positive bias on self and unleash your potential!

Want to bring out your curiosity in Psychology research? The R&J club founded by Dr. Pik ki ho and Dr. Hajar Amani creates an impeccable space to enhance your passion for research with collaboration, fun, and spending quality time with your friends. Listen to this insightful episode with Dr. Pik Ki ho and get to know more information about the Research and Journal club.

Here we are again with a new episode for you from the GetPsyched! Podcast. In this episode, we will be discussing the phenomenon of Idealization; a tricky feeling that can become a hurdle in self-growth and personal relationships. This is a short podcast that can shed more light on the topic of idealization, its root causes, and helpful solutions against it. You or someone you know may experience idealization unconsciously, and that’s normal, especially at the beginning of a new experience! However, it is important to take notice of the signs and moments where one starts to idealize, and simply be aware as it tends to go south. Sit back and relax while you take a listen!

Creators: Madhu Ashwin and Hind Hamad

Tune in to this episode where we talk about the concept of self-fulfilling prophecies, how they come about, and how they can shape us. 

Creator: Maisa Lacevic

References

• Loeb, E., Hessel, E. T., & Allen, J. (2016). The self-fulfilling prophecy of adolescent social expectations. International Journal of Behavioral Development, 40(6), 555-564. http://dx.doi.org.ezproxy1.hw.ac.uk/10.1177/0165025415618274
• Merton, R. (1948). The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy. The Antioch Review, 8, 193-210. http://dx.doi.org/10.2307/4609267
• Smale, G. G. (1977).  Prophecy, behaviour and change: An examination of self-fulfilling prophecies in helping relationships. Routledge & Kegan Paul, Oxford.
• Smale, G. G. (1984). Self-fulfilling prophecies, self-defeating strategies and change. British Journal of Social Work, 14(5), 419-433. 
• Wiley, N. (2003). The Self as Self-Fulfilling Prophecy. Symbolic Interaction, 26(4), 501-513.  http://dx.doi.org.ezproxy1.hw.ac.uk/10.1525/si.2003.26.4.501

Stigma often comes from a lack of understanding or fear. Join us in today’s episode where we discuss how inaccurate or misleading media representations of mental illness contribute to both of those factors. We also discuss a review of studies on stigma that shows while the public may accept the medical or genetic nature of a mental health disorder and the need for treatment, many people still have a negative view of those with mental illness.

Creator:  Mira Sivaprasad 
YT  Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZ9bLZIyIHA

References

https://www.nami.org/blogs/nami-blog/october-2017/9-ways-to-fight-mental-health-stigma

https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/stigma-and-discrimination

Tune in to this episode where we discuss narcissism and specifically we will be focusing on one type of relationship involving a narcissist: Parental relationships, where the parent is the narcissist, and the child, regardless of age can be both young or old, is the one dealing with that


Creators: Madhu Ashwin and Hind Hamad

References:

• https://www.medscape.com/answers/1519417-101764/what-are-the-dsm-5-diagnostic-criteria-for-narcissistic-personality-disorder-npd
• https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/signs-you-were-raised-by-narcissists
• https://www.choosingtherapy.com/raised-by-narcissists/
• https://www.psychalive.org/narcissistic-relationships/
• https://youtu.be/mNFIQ46-s-A
• https://youtu.be/z1JVHyTBAbw
• https://youtu.be/xYWPuJNuvMc
• https://www.themadtherapy.com/single-post/narcissistic-families-family-roles-characteristics

If you're a psychology student keen on getting more research experience or knowing what goes on behind the scenes of a research project, then this episode is for you!

Tune in as Farah Abdulrahman and Reece Docherty, two undergraduate psychology students at Heriot-Watt University, discuss their experiences as Voluntary Research Assistants (VRAs), working with Dr Louise Delicato and Dr Mioara Cristea on the 'HATS: How are Academics Thought of by Society?' project.

In this episode, they go into detail about how they've grown over the course of the project, some of the skills and mindsets they've honed, the challenges they overcame, and the countless opportunities working as VRAs gave them. Finally, they wrap things up with some advice for any future VRAs! 

(PS: if you're a Heriot-Watt University Psychology student, you should apply for that position - https://psych.hw.ac.uk/voluntary-research-assistant-scheme.html).

Tune in to this podcast, to travel through the many facets of the journey of the journalist behind blurb!  

Fajr Basit, a passionate journalist for blurb! describes her journey from childhood to adulthood, and her passion for writing. She also shares her advice for the future creators of blurb! and more about her creative journalism process in this interview

Interviewer - Esha Mahendran 

GetPsyched with Esha and me for the 5th season of the podcast! Join us for a quick recap of season 4, and some of the plans we have for the new season. 

Thank you for sticking with us throughout this journey and if you're new here, welcome to the table! We'll see you all very soon with some new content.

Until then, stay kind, stay curious. 

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