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.
Podcasting since 2025 • 32 episodes
Psychology for Students
Latest Episodes
Episode 32: Faith, Suffering and Search for Meaning
Episode 32: Faith, Suffering and Search for MeaningIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Professor Jeff Hastings sets aside his planned topic on sensation and perception to address something he feels is long overdue: the r...
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17:39
Episode 31: ROOT Causes: How Childhood Shapes Who We Are Today
Episode 31: ROOT Causes: How Childhood Shapes Who We Are TodayWhy do we keep struggling with the same patterns — anxiety, procrastination, self-doubt, or fear of failure — even when we know they’re holding us back? In this episode...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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52:48
Episode 30: Chapter 5 - When the Room Feels Dangerous: How Anxiety Distorts Perception
🎙️ Episode 30 – When the Room Feels Dangerous: How Anxiety Distorts Perception📘 Episode SummaryIn this powerful, narrative-driven episode, Professor Jeff Hastings guides listeners through a first-person experience of...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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28:23
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 than you think.In this eye...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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30:11
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