Here at Nudge, we’re incredibly passionate about giving psychology away! Good psychology isn’t just for when things are going badly!
To this end, the team spend a lot of time and money creating podcasts, radio segments and videos to provide the community with some ‘nudges’ that may make all the difference in your life. Of course, the information is for general psycho-education, and shouldn’t be interpreted as any form of therapeutic intervention. If you’re really feeling stuck or unwell, reaching out for more personal help and support is a great idea – do it now! In the meantime, if you give some of these a try, you might be pleasantly surprised. After all, a small change in the right place, can make a big difference.
Happy listening, reading and watching!
Making Diagnoses Out of Difference Harms Us
Psychological and psychiatric practice exists, at its best, to relieve suffering. The disciplines help us understand patterns of thought, emotion and behaviour that can become…
Odysseus and the Mortal Danger of Comfort
Dis comfort. Last month I had my hips replaced; both of them. While there was plenty about the experience I expected would be difficult, I…
If It Ain’t Woke Don’t Fix It: Why Your Psychologist Must Approach Neurodivergence with Professional Skepticism.
Hello all! It’s Dr Justin here again. And I just have to speak up…. let’s talk about diagnosis, neuroaffirming language and clinical rigour! When seeking…
Anxiety – it’s nothing to be scared of!
These days everyone’s talking about anxiety, so let’s talk about what anxiety is, how it works, and how it can get out of hand. For…
In the Shadows: Coercive Control and the Festive Season
As we gather around festive lights and sing cheerful songs, it’s crucial to remember that while the holiday season is a time of joy for…
Beyond the Bells: Embracing Diverse December Traditions
Hello again, it’s Dr Melissa Harrison here from our West Australian-based psychological practice, which has been a part of your community since 2012. As we…
Unravelling the ADHD Diagnosis Craze
Hello again! It’s Dr Melissa Harrison here. Today, I’m diving into a topic that has sparked much curiosity and concern: the phenomenal increase in ADHD…
Embracing the True Spirit of Christmas: Navigating Financial Stress with Heart and Creativity
Hello again! It’s Dr Melissa Harrison here, coming to you from the picturesque South West of Western Australia. Having delved into the world of stress-free…
Navigating the Holiday Season: A Guide for Separated Parents
Hello again, it’s Dr Melissa Harrison here. As many of you know, I work extensively with separated families in my roles as a Single Expert…
This BLOOMING child! Counter control – what it is and what to do about it!
Hello lovely people – Dr Justin here. Did you know that we have some very helpful parenting experts in the great Southwest of WA? Well,…
Understanding Parenting Capacity Assessments: A Personal Insight from South West WA
Hello! I’m Dr Melissa Harrison. For over two decades I have been deeply involved in the field of psychology. Based in the beautiful regions of…
Understanding Forensic Assessment: A Guide for the Layperson
Hello again! Dr Melissa Harrison here, from the picturesque locales of Bunbury and Busselton in South West WA. You might remember me from my previous…
Letting go… it’s not what you think.
For a change of gears, let’s start with a zen story… “It seems that in old Japan, a pair of monks, one an old veteran, the other…
Whatever you like…
We all have likes and dislikes. But I often wonder what it is to like something? To want to do – or have – more of it,…
Sorted
Sorted… sort of. Sorted. All fixed. Straightened out. Done and dusted. We’ve got a lot of phrases in our culture for the end of an…