Anxiety
We've got mental health awareness. What now?
A multi-billion dollar industry has sprung up around mental health and wellness. Have the efforts to raise awareness been too successful? Audio
Is overuse of the words 'anxiety' and 'depression' setting us back?
Free, open conversation about mental health seems like a good thing, but are there downsides to the overuse of terms like 'anxiety' and 'depression'? A new study by the University of Melbourne… Audio
Stephanie Dowrick: How to beat anxiety
Dr Stephanie Dowrick is an award-winning writer, psychotherapy researcher and coach, public speaker, workshop leader, interfaith minister and the founder of The Women's Press in London. Her latest… Audio
Morra Aarons-Mele: The Anxious Achiever
Author Morra Aarons-Mele is a (mostly) happy, successful person. She also identifies as an extremely anxious overachiever, and she's working to normalize anxiety. In her latest book "The Anxious… Audio
Tips for dealing with back to school anxiety
Wellbeing and emotions facilitator Cat Levine talks to Kathryn about recognising and dealing with children with back to school anxiety . Also the impact the Auckland flooding has had on thousands of… Audio
Tim Bateman: From rugby professional to children's book author
When Tim Bateman played professional rugby, he was well aware of the toll anxiety could take on his performance. It's something he's hoping to help children with, through his new "Fruit Salad" series… Audio
It's not always your fault when you can't remember things
We've all suffered the embarrassment of forgetting important things that we promised people we were going to do. New research shows that no matter how hard we try to remember plans, there is always an… Audio
Social media breaks improve mental health: study
It won't come as a surprise to many people to learn that taking a break from social media can lead to improvements in things like depression and anxiety. But a new study out of the University of Bath… Audio
How nihilism can be used as a weapon
Nihilism has existed in one form or another for hundreds of years, and it's back in fashion. Writer Wendy Syfret joins the show to discuss her new book, The Sunny Nihilist: How a meaningless life can… Audio
'Slim-thick' body type more dangerous than ultra-thin
The 'thin' ideal has long been identified as a threat to girls' body image, but new research has shown that there is an even more dangerous body type than 'ultra-thin' - and we have Kim Kardashian to… Audio
Study shows dog behaviour has little to do with breed
There is no end to the different stereotypes when it comes to dog breeds and perceived behaviour traits. However, recent research suggests traits may have less to do with breeds than previously… Audio
Can switching the channel make you see differently?
Professor Marc Wilson is joining us again to discuss a number of topics that have been in the news recently, including the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial and how changing the TV channel can make you… Audio
How your mindset can change your world
David Robson's new book, The Expectation Effect, sets out to help people harness the mind-body connection that can improve their lives. Robson discusses the role the brain plays in both expectations… Audio
Dr Becky: the 'Millennial parent whisperer'
Dr Becky Kennedy became Instagram's favourite 'parent whisperer' almost by accident. Indeed,Time magazine went as far as describing 'Dr Becky' - as she's known online - as the 'Millennial parent… Audio
Two to three cups of coffee per day is good for your heart
Two to three cups of coffee a day is a 'magic number' for a healthy heart, according to a new study that has tracked the coffee-drinking habits of half a million people for 10 years. Dr Peter Kistler… Audio
Dogs may mourn the loss of other household pets
Nearly 90 percent of dogs that experienced the death of another canine companion living in the same house showed signs of grief, according to a new study published in Scientific Reports..Professor… Audio
How 'the spice of life' can support mental health
"Variety's the very spice of life" wrote English poet William Cowper. Now scientists have discovered a change of scene delivers more than just flavour - it can make us feel better. Audio
How you can train your brain to be more spontaneous
If you struggle with spontaneity, you are probably lacking in a personality trait called openness to experience. However, there are ways you can start saying yes to new opportunities more often… Audio
What if everything you knew about posture was wrong?
We've always been led to believe that slouching in our chairs will lead to back pain, but new research suggests many of our common assumptions about posture are wrong. Curtin University's Professor… Audio
Want to ward off pain during ageing? Exercise harder
Engaging in high levels of physical activities, such as running or a game of tennis, once a week can help stave off chronic musculoskeletal pain as we age. That's the key finding from a new study out… Audio