All In The Mind

• The confusion about concussions

  Concussions are hard to diagnose, often get missed, and don't always get taken seriously.And if you're not a professional athlete, it can be surprisingly hard to get clear information on how to manage and recover afterwards. Why?The brain is your most important organ, after all!This week, we try and make sense of the confusion around concussions.This episode was first broadcast in October 2023.Guests:Dr Lewis FreethPsychiatristKateNaznin Virji-BabulPhysical therapist and neuroscientistAssociate Professor, Department of Physical Therapy Faculty of MedicineUniversity of British ColumbiaShreya McleodPhysiotherapistLecturer, Australian Catholic UniversityPhD candidate, University of NewcastleCredits:Presenter/producer: Sana QadarProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Russell Stapleton

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• Managing your emotions so they don't manage you

  Avoiding your emotions is generally a recipe for disaster — but Ethan Kross makes a case for occasional 'strategic' avoidance.He’s a professor of psychology from the University of Michigan, and he’s appeared in some of our most popular episodes: Controlling the chatter in your head and What influences your inner voice? Controlling 'chatter' part two.He’s back to share more tools for taking charge of your emotions.Guests:Ethan Kross, PhDProfessor of Psychology and Management, University of MichiganAuthor, Shift: Managing Your Emotions—So They Don't Manage YouCredits:Presenter/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Dylan Prins

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• Do people really behave differently in a crowd?

  Panicky. Irrational. Impulsive. These are the traits that have long been associated with crowd behaviour.But modern crowd science suggests that’s an incomplete, if not inaccurate picture.From crowd crushes to terrorist attacks, we take a closer look at how people really behave in crowds, and what you can do to keep yourself safe in one.Want to listen to more All in the Mind? Check out our episode, Can music inspire mania?Guest:Associate Professor Milad HaghaniPrincipal Fellow in Urban Resilience & MobilityUniversity of MelbourneCredits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Roi HubermanMore info:How simple behavioural modifications can influence evacuation efficiency of crowds: Part 1. Decision making of individualsHow simple behavioural modifications can influence evacuation efficiency of crowds: Part 2. Physical movement of individualsHow behavioural changes in social groups affect evacuation efficiency of crowdsContemporary understanding of riots: Classical crowd psychology, ideology and the social identity approachThe role of social identity processes in mass emergency behaviour: An integrative reviewEnglish riots 2011: new research shows why crowd behaviour isn't contagiousHow to stay safe in a New Year's Eve crowd

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• Why do we love collecting?

  Whether it's stamps, figurines, antiques or toys, plenty of people love collecting. But why?What are the psychological drivers behind the hobby? How much is marketing influencing us, and is there a risk of collecting turning into hoarding?If you enjoy the show or if you have feedback you'd like to share, please check out our survey here.Guests:Sam ToddContent creator and collectorProfessor Nick NeaveDirector of the Hoarding Research GroupDepartment of Psychology, Northumbria UniversityAssociate Professor Louise GrimmerTasmanian School of Business and EconomicsUniversity of TasmaniaCredits:Presenter/producer: Sana QadarReporter/producer: Rose KerrSenior producer: James BullenSound engineer: Micky GrossmanMore info:Why They Collect: Collectors Reveal Their MotivationsHow retailers turn everyday items into 'must-have' collectables

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• Outwardly impressive, losing it on the inside? The cognitive distortions of a high achiever

  Over years of clinical practice, psychologist Dr Mary Anderson started to notice a peculiar pattern across her many clients.Despite being impressive high achievers on the outside, inside they were struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, anxiety and self-criticism.So she set out to develop a guide for these high achievers. A framework to support their success ... without sacrificing their mental health.If you loved this episode, you should listen to our story on controlling the chatter in your head.And if you haven't already, please take a moment to fill out our listener survey! It's only seven questions and we'd love to hear your thoughts on the show.Guests:Dr Mary AndersonPsychologist; Author, The Happy High AchieverExtra Information:The Happy High Achiever - Pan Macmillan Australia

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