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Speaking of Psychology

Speaking of Psychology

By: American Psychological Association
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 "Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.2018, American Psychological Association Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science
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  • The psychology of wealth, empathy and entitlement, with Paul Piff, PhD

    The psychology of wealth, empathy and entitlement, with Paul Piff, PhD
    Jun 25 2025
    Can money make you mean? Most of us like to think we’d stay grounded if we were to become wealthy, but psychologists’ research suggests that money, status and power shape people’s beliefs and behavior – sometimes in surprising ways. Paul Piff, PhD, of the University of California, Irvine, talks about money, fairness and empathy; the relationship between money and happiness; and the implications of rising income inequality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Coping with job insecurity, with Mindy Shoss, PhD

    Coping with job insecurity, with Mindy Shoss, PhD
    Jun 18 2025
    Between economic uncertainty, the rise of AI and major changes in government policy, many U.S. workers feeling stress. A recent survey found more than half of U.S. workers report stress due to job insecurity. Mindy Shoss, PhD, talks about the future of work, including how AI and technology may reshape job roles; how job insecurity affects mental and physical health; coping strategies; and the role of employers in fostering a supportive work environment in uncertain times. Take our listener survey at https://at.apa.org/SoPsurvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • “Dad brain”: How becoming a parent changes the brain, with Darby Saxbe, PhD

    “Dad brain”: How becoming a parent changes the brain, with Darby Saxbe, PhD
    Jun 11 2025
    Becoming a parent is a huge life transition. Now, researchers are finding evidence that parenthood actually changes the brain – and these changes happen to fathers as well as to mothers. Darby Saxbe, PhD, talks about the hormonal and brain shifts that occur in new moms and dads; the advantages and risks these changes confer; why paternity leave matters; and how to support people as they become parents. Take our listener survey at https://at.apa.org/SoPsurvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins

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