Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology

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Taking back control of your time

Our brains are easily distracted or overwhelmed. And that can make getting stuff done harder than it needs to be. This week, we look at methods and strategies for avoiding unnecessary stress by managing your priorities, your focus, and your energy with organisational psychologist ...  Show more

Not broken, just wired differently: ADHD in adulthood

Imagine getting a diagnosis in adulthood that suddenly made so much of your life make sense. It explains why you’ve always had trouble being on time, starting things you don’t finish, avoiding difficult projects. Producer Jennifer Leake explores the impact of an ADHD diagnosis in ...  Show more

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The limits of self-help
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Mental health content is everywhere, and self-help is more accessible than ever. But is self-help always a good thing, and how do you know if you need a mental health professional?Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a m ...  Show more

Can a Self-Help Book Heal Disordered Eating?
The Eating Disorder Therapist

I'm sure that you've experienced the wonderful promise of a new, shiny self-help book, for life transformation. But do self-help books really work and what's the best way to make use of them? Today, I share my thoughts about how to get the best from self-help, and talk about my b ...  Show more

Is Self-Help Making You Miserable?
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

Forrest and Dr. Rick discuss what's really wrong with the self-help industry, going beyond the obvious pseudoscience and snake oil to examine deeper structural issues. They explore the industry's mixed-bag focus on individual responsibility, the risks of turning healing into a ne ...  Show more