16 episodes

Welcome to the Melbourne University Psychology Association podcast! Run by students, hear from us and special guests on a range of interesting psychology related topics!

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Welcome to the Melbourne University Psychology Association podcast! Run by students, hear from us and special guests on a range of interesting psychology related topics!

    MUPA x Shakti Mental Health: Breaking Barriers and having Conversations in South Asian Communities

    MUPA x Shakti Mental Health: Breaking Barriers and having Conversations in South Asian Communities

    In the latest Psych.mic podcast, Tony and Arati interview Shakti Health Founder, Jagesh Panchal, on help-seeking within South Asian families and men's mental health. It explores cultural stigmas, barriers to mental health discussions, and the unique challenges faced by South Asian individuals. Featuring insights from professionals and personal stories, this episode encourages proactive help-seeking and aims to break down mental health taboos in South Asian communities.

    • 30 min
    The Psychology of Microtrends

    The Psychology of Microtrends

    Have you ever wondered how & why microtrends happen? Join Felicity, Michelle and Qawiemah as they explore the psychological aspects of this behaviour and how they shape our modern culture.

    • 28 min
    Culturally Responsive Therapy with Nasalifya Namwinga

    Culturally Responsive Therapy with Nasalifya Namwinga

    Join Arati, Lulu, and Nasalifya from Pola Practice as they dive into the complex intersection of psychology with culture and global issues, focusing on the women and self-identity.

    • 39 min
    Chatting about ChatGPT with Piers Howe

    Chatting about ChatGPT with Piers Howe

    Falak and Tony are joined by associate professor Piers Howe to chat about ChatGPT and the dangers surroundings the recent rise of its use as a therapy tool. Listen along as they discuss Piers' own research into this topic, and where he sees the field of generative AI heading in the future.

    • 32 min
    Controversial Psychologists

    Controversial Psychologists

    Arati, Falak and & Qawiemah talk about controversial psychologists including some faves such as Harry Harlow, Alfred Adler & Stanley Milgram! Listen along to hear why these psychologists are widely hated (and why some people justify their actions).

    • 34 min
    MUPA x SNAPS Monash - PostGrad options

    MUPA x SNAPS Monash - PostGrad options

    Join Emerson as she talks with Amy from SNAPS Monash about the different Psychology Post-graduate options offered at Melbourne and Monash!

    • 26 min

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