Socially Awkward, Psychologically Fascinating

Socially Awkward, Psychologically Fascinating

My name is Raine, and I'm a social psychology student here to discuss mental health using a psychological and sociological lens. I'm here to offer understanding and real, tangible self-help tips that you can apply immediately!

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April 24, 2025 46 mins

Raine investigates the National Health Institute's plan to research a cure for autism. They address several ethical and procedural concerns regarding the data collection process.


NPR news article:

https://www.npr.org/2025/04/23/nx-s1-5372695/autism-nih-rfk-medical-records


#MentalHealth #Autism #Research

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We all get old, but that doesn't mean its all doom and gloom. In this episode Raine goes over the evidence in terms of how to age successfully.


Sources:

Isaacowitz, D. M., Wadlinger, H. A., Goren, D., & Wilson, H. R. (2006). “Selective Preference in Visual Fixation Away From Negative Images in Old Age? An Eye-Tracking Study”: Correction. Psychology and Aging, 21(2), 221–221. https://doi.org/10.1037/0882-7974.21.2.221

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Depression is often known as the common cold of mental health issues. In this episode Raine discusses five tips on what to do when those depressive symptoms start appearing.


#MentalHealth #Depression #SelfHelp

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