All In The Mind
All In The Mind is ABC RN's weekly podcast looking into the mental universe, the mind, brain and behaviour — everything from addiction to artificial intelligence.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 257
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
The confusion around concussions
Concussions are hard to diagnose, often get missed, and not always taken seriously.
And if you're not a professional athlete, it can be surprisingly hard to get clear information on how to manage an…
00:29:04 |
Sat 21 Oct 2023
What psychosis feels like: The Tree of Ecstasy and Unbearable Sadness
Artist Matt Ottley has been experiencing hallucinations since he was a child.
Today, Matt takes us on a journey to understand what psychosis can feel like, through storytelling and musical composit…
00:29:06 |
Sat 14 Oct 2023
A kid can't be diagnosed as a psychopath. Why?
As a toddler, Nicole's son was extremely aggressive.
As he got older, his behaviour worsened.
In this episode from our archives, we examine 'callous unemotional traits' — the early warning signs of…
00:31:02 |
Sat 07 Oct 2023
Seeing red — anger and aggression
What happens when we let our most destructive emotion dominate?
On All in the Mind this week, we explore why we get angry, how you might control aggression and whether it can ever be ... useful.
T…
00:29:08 |
Sat 30 Sep 2023
Introversion vs Extroversion Part II: Genes, gender and leadership
In part two of our look at introversion and extroversion, we dive into the science and psychology of personality.
How do we develop these traits? How much are our genes responsible?
The way brains…
00:29:12 |
Sat 23 Sep 2023
Introversion vs Extroversion
Jessica Pan was a life-long shy introvert and for the most part she was happy with this aspect of her personality – until the loneliness crept it.
This week on All in the Mind, the first of two epis…
00:29:06 |
Sat 16 Sep 2023
Its not just mums that get perinatal depression and anxiety
1 in 10 dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, and more seem to be willing to reach out for help.
Chris Jephcott wishes he'd been one of them.
If this episode raises any issues for you, …
00:29:46 |
Sat 09 Sep 2023
Nature prescriptions — just what the doctor ordered
Nature is good for our wellbeing. But how much green space does a community need, before you can see a wellbeing boost?
And how do we encourage people to spend more time outdoors?
00:33:23 |
Sat 02 Sep 2023
Is Stockholm Syndrome a sexist myth?
A bank heist, a hostage drama and a dubious diagnosis.
It's 50 years since the robbery that inspired the term 'Stockholm Syndrome', and today we explore the origins of the proposed condition - and …
00:29:06 |
Sun 27 Aug 2023
Hacking humans: social engineering and the power of influence
Chris Hadnagy’s job involves breaking into break into banks. But he’s not after money, gold or jewels. He’s searching for weaknesses – in systems, in security, and in people.
And he doesn’t use wea…
00:29:06 |
Sat 19 Aug 2023
Why do we sing to babies?
A founding member of the band Gang of Youths. A single mum from Adelaide. A dad of two in Brisbane. What do all these people have in common?
They all have young kids, and they all sing to them const…
00:34:02 |
Sat 12 Aug 2023
The psychology of fashion — it's more than just clothes
Fashion can embody a lot: status, identity, belonging...
A great outfit makes us feel confident, but the fashion industry can be harmful to our self esteem.
So what does fashion say about us? And …
00:29:06 |
Sat 05 Aug 2023
Murder, trauma and a different kind of grief — what true crime pods often overlook
For years, psychologist Patricia Harney avoided true crime podcasts and docos. They hit too close to home.
Recently she's been testing the waters, and noticing these whodunnit shows often leave out …
00:29:07 |
Sat 29 Jul 2023
Toxic positivity — when happiness becomes harmful
We're urged to stay positive and keep up a cheerful disposition ... but sometimes things are just awful, aren’t they?
On All in the Mind this week we look at why we engage in toxic positivity, why i…
00:31:21 |
Sat 22 Jul 2023
Visualisation and values — goal setting like a winner
In your mind's eye, can you see yourself achieving your dream goal? Can you imagine what it would feel like? Who you'd be talking to when you achieve it?
Turns out the more you can imagine, the bett…
00:29:07 |
Sat 15 Jul 2023
A winning mindset — how top athletes think
What does it take to go from second place, to first? Good, to great?
This is part one of our two parter on performance psychology.
00:29:37 |
Sat 08 Jul 2023
Can you smell yourself happy?
What's your favourite smell? And why is it your favourite?
Maybe it reminds you of a special moment, a particular place or a loved one.
But can you use these scents to make yourself… Happier? And w…
00:29:04 |
Sat 01 Jul 2023
Demystifying menopause
Whether you're 19 and never given it a thought, or 40 and starting to wonder, menopause is an unavoidable part of life for half the population.
But many of us are shaky on the details of what to exp…
00:29:06 |
Sat 24 Jun 2023
Danger and thrills: inside the mind of a high sensation seeker
Sky diving. Racing cars. Abseiling. Jumping into an ice bath.
Depending on who you are, those activities either delight or horrify you.
High sensation seekers love the thrill, and that leads some to…
00:29:00 |
Sat 17 Jun 2023
The pleasure of pain
Spicy food, scary movies, BDSM … why do humans sometimes chase painful experiences and how are they linked to pleasure?
This episode was first broadcast in March 2022.
00:28:59 |
Sat 10 Jun 2023
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