How to stay socially connected, whilst remaining physically distant.

How to stay socially connected, whilst remaining physically distant.
What comes first: the power or the narcissism? Research psychological research suggests that holding a position of privilege may fuel toxic tendencies
The strange science of mate copying
The puzzling ability of people to switch from intense love to deep hatred has prompted fascinating research
Viral hoaxes are a way for us to make sense of the turbulent world and manage threat in a safe environment
Open-plan offices and hot-desking are taking a toll on workplace relationships. Modern offices are making workers less friendly rather than more, as they struggle with noise, distractions and a lack of belonging.
From racially motivated comments by some of our most well-known media personalities, to toxic debates about asylum seeker policy and extreme right-wing politicians’ surging popularity in western nations, our communities seem more fractured than ever. So what can be done to create a more cohesive and harmonious society?
Psychologists are university-educated experts in human behaviour, emotions and mental processes. They work with people across the lifespan to help individuals to improve their lives. Psychologists work in a vast range of settings including hospitals, community settings, private practice, correctional facilities, schools, the defence forces, research centres, government departments and organisations. Psychologists have a minimum…
The Bystander Effect is a term that describes the phenomenon whereby individuals or groups of people ignore someone in distress (calling for help, being attacked, being abused) rather than going to help. Research has found that the more bystanders there are at an event the less likely any one person is to help. The term…