Psychology for Students
Psychology for Students is a short-form podcast designed to help high school and college students better understand the mind—and themselves. Hosted by Professor Jeff Hastings, each episode breaks down complex psychological ideas into real-life lessons that improve mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you’re studying psychology or just trying to get through the semester with a clearer head, this podcast gives you tools you can use today to feel more connected, grounded, and confident.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2025
Episode 29: Your Professor Knows You Used ChatGPT - Here’s How
Episode 29: Your Professor Knows You Used ChatGPT - Here’s How
🎙️ Can your professor really tell if you used ChatGPT on your last assignment? Spoiler alert: Yes...and it's more often th…
Episode 28: BONUS EPISODE – BOOK: From Campus to Career (Audio Sample)
🎙️ BONUS EPISODE – From Campus to Career (Audio Sample)
Podcast: Psychology for Students
Hosted by: Professor Jeff Hastings
Today’s episode is a little different.
Instead of our usual psy…
Episode 27: The Psychology Behind Picking the Right Major: How Choosing Early Builds Confidence, Momentum, and Long-Term Success
Episode 27: The Psychology Behind Picking the Right Major: How Choosing Early Builds Confidence, Momentum, and Long-Term Success
Choosing a college major isn’t just a box to check—it’s …
Episode 26: How ChatGPT Will Destroy the World: But It’s Not How You Think
🎙️ Episode 26: How ChatGPT Will Destroy the World: But It’s Not How You Think
Professor Jeff Hastings takes on the real threat of artificial intelligence in this powerful episode — and i…
Episode 25: Why You’re Always Tired: The Hidden Burnout No One Talks About in College
Description:
Feeling mentally drained, emotionally exhausted, or like you’re running on empty in college? You’re not alone—and you’re not just “bad at managing stress.” This episode of …
Episode 24: How to Build Real Confidence (Without Faking It)
Episode 24: How to Build Real Confidence (Without Faking It)
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. In this episode of Psychology for Students, we’re break…
Episode 23: Antidepressants Unpacked – What They Are, How They Work, and What You Should Know
Episode 23: Antidepressants Unpacked – What They Are, How They Work, and What You Should Know
In Episode 23 of Psychology for Students, we take a deep dive into one of the most widely d…
Episode 22: The Truth About Depression: Pain, Healing, and the Power to Stay
The Truth About Depression: Pain, Healing, and the Power to Stay
In this deeply personal and compassionate episode, Professor Jeff Hastings takes an unflinching look at depression—what…
Episode 21: The Future of Education Starts Now - A Call to Action for Faculty, Leaders, and Institutions
Episode 21: The Future of Education Starts Now - A Call to Action for Faculty, Leaders, and Institutions
Mental health is at crisis levels. Students are overwhelmed, disconnected, and d…
Episode 20: Student Mental Health, Identity, and the Hidden Crisis of Exploitation — A Conversation for Parents and Students
Episode 20: Student Mental Health, Identity, and the Hidden Crisis of Exploitation — A Conversation for Parents and Students
In this powerful episode of Psychology for Students, Profess…
Episode 19: Chapter 4 Review - Psychology Across the Lifespan
🎙️ Episode 19: Chapter 4 Review – Psychology Across the Lifespan
In this special review episode, Angela takes you on a clear, engaging walkthrough of everything you need to know from Cha…
Episode 18: Love, Attraction, and Why We Choose the Wrong People
Episode 18: Love, Attraction, and Why We Choose the Wrong People
In Episode 18, Professor Hastings and Angela dive into the psychology of attraction, love, and the hidden forces that inf…
Episode 17: Becoming You: Navigating Identity, Love, and Growth in Emerging Adulthood
Chapter 4: Development Across the Lifespan
Becoming You: Navigating Identity, Love, and Growth in Emerging Adulthood
In this episode, Professor Jeff Hastings explores the emotional highs …
Episode 16: From Birth to Adulthood - Psychology Across the Life Span
Chapter 4: Development Across the Lifespan
From Birth to Adulthood - Psychology Across the Life Span
In this episode, Professor Jeff Hastings walks us through the incredible journey of hu…
Episode 15: Chapter 3 Summary Review
In this review of Chapter 3, Angela (Jeff's AI Teaching Assistant) breaks down everything you need to know about consciousness — from attention, sleep, and dreaming to altered states l…
Episode 14: Dreams, Nightmares, and the Science of Sleep: What Your Brain’s Up to While You Snooze
Chapter 3: Consciousness
Dreams, Nightmares, and the Science of Sleep: What Your Brain’s Up to While You Snooze
We spend about one-third of our lives asleep — but what exactly is happenin…
Episode 13: Attention -- How Your Brain Chooses What to Focus On (and What It Misses)
Chapter 3: Consciousness
Attention -- How Your Brain Chooses What to Focus On (and What It Misses)
In this episode of Psychology for Students, we explore one of the most important — and m…
Episode 12: Consciousness — More Than Meets the Eye — Understanding Awareness and the Unconscious Mind
Chapter 3: Consciousness
More Thank Meets the Eye - Understanding Awareness and the Unconscious Mind
In this episode of Psychology for Students, we kick off Chapter 3 by exploring one of …
Episode 11: Introduction to Chapter 3 - Consciousness
In this Chapter, we explore the fascinating world of consciousness — your moment-to-moment awareness of yourself and your environment. You’ll learn about the different states of conscio…
Episode 10: Chapter 2 Review on Biology and Psychology: How Your Brain and Body Work Together
Chapter 2: Biological Bases of Behavior
In this episode of Psychology for Students, Angela takes you through a detailed, easy-to-understand review of Chapter 2: The Role of Biology in Ps…