The PsycholEdgy Podcast with Dr Paul
Episodes
16 episodes
Why Do I Need to Learn Research in The Helping Profession?
Why research is important to the helping professions. Research is important for clients, for practitioners and politically to continue to demonstrate that the role they do changes lives. Research provides evidence for the range of issues where ...
Why You Need to Develop a Skill of Self-Reflection for Practise!
In this enlightening episode, we dive into the critical importance of developing self-reflection skills in the field of psychology. Our discussion is structured around several key themes that are essential for both current and prospective psych...
The Rise of the Machines - How ChatGPT is Detected in Universities
Have you ever wondered what might happen if graduates who used ChatGPT to secure grades and enter clinical programs will do to clients they attempt to work with? Does malpractice come to mind? We shall look into this and much more in this episo...
Strategies for Successful Admission into Clinical Master and Doctoral Programs
Uncover the key determinants for the best chances to securing admission into clinical programs. In this episode Dr Paul talks about the strategies that you might consider in preparing for admission into master and doctoral programs. <...
Mindfulness Exercise - Letting Go Exercise
The podcast will now feature a series of mindfulness meditations. The second is attributed to "letting go of thoughts and emotions" and "bring awareness back into the present". The combination of these to activities, when practiced frequently, ...
Mindfulness Exercise - Walking Mindfully
The podcast will now feature a series of mindfulness meditations. The first is attributed to "walking mindfully" in a space. The meditation is adopted from the Living Well Centre in Queensland. I hope you enjoy, walking mindfully. ...
Avoiding Plagiarism and Demystifying Collusion
Do you actually know what plagiarism is? Or how to avoid it. What about collusion and collaboration, do you know the fine line that separates the two? Not many students do, so I shall demystify all these concepts and provide you strong gu...
Special Guests -Tanya and Tony Machin - Psychology and Mental Health Careers
In this special guest episode I speak with Tanya and Tony Machin, two institutional psychology educators from Queensland - University of Southern Queensland, about the way they entered the psychology education profession in the higher edu...
Improving your Self-esteem and Self-Confidence in Academic/Educational Performance
Building your self-esteem and self-confidence when things are not going your way can be tough. In this episode of the podcast learn what self-esteem and self-confidence have in common with achievement in education and in life. If you can engage...
Enhanced Learning Through Self-Assessment and Self-Reflection
To enhance your learning journey try integrating self-assessment and self-reflection to assess your own learning to ensure you continually improve. Adopting a self-assessment and self-reflection approach will make you more capable, set clear go...
Dealing with Tough Times and Poor Grades
Going through a tough time? Not getting the grades you want, or need? Then this episode is likely to have something within to support you on your transition or change journey. Using the concepts found in the area of "psychosynthesis", which is ...
Cancellation of the 4+2 Pathway to Psychology Registration
Wondering what to do about registration as a psychologist now that the 4+2 pathway has been retired/cancelled? Let Dr Paul provide you the insights into the reason why the pathway was retired and what your options are now. You will ...
Better Time Management - How to Create Time for Everything
Time management is the process of planning and controlling how much time to spend on specific activities. Good time management enables an individual to complete more in a shorter period of time, lowers stress, and leads to education success.
Psychology Study Tips - Supporting Student Success
Psychology classes are sometimes a struggle for students, especially for those with little or no background in the subject. For this reason, it is extra important to establish good study habits.Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and...
Mental Health Emergency Dial 988 - The US Advances Mental health Crisis Support
In the United States, 988 is the new three-digit number connecting people to compassionate, accessible care and support. It is available for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress, whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health ...
Welcome to the Psycholedgy Podcast with Dr Paul
Edgy by name, edgy by nature, the PsycholEdgy podcast supports your transformation into becoming a psychologist, counsellor or other allied mental health practitioner. Giving you the edge on your competition in education and registration. Dr Pa...