Headspace Diaries

Mal

Headspace Diaries is a student perspective on psychology, behaviour, and the science of the mind. Each episode explores ideas, research, and personal reflections as we learn about psychology together—one conversation at a time.

Episodes

  1. 1h ago

    When Good People Obey: Understanding the Milgram Study

    Why do ordinary people obey authority—even when it conflicts with their own moral values? In this episode of Headspace Diaries, we explore the groundbreaking Milgram Obedience Study and uncover what it reveals about human behavior, conformity, and the influence of authority. But obedience isn't the whole story. We also dive into the concept of engaged followership—a leadership perspective that encourages individuals to think critically, ask ethical questions, and take responsibility rather than following orders blindly. By connecting one of psychology's most influential experiments with modern ideas of ethical decision-making, this episode examines how we can become thoughtful followers who balance respect for authority with personal integrity. Whether you're a psychology student, a professional, or simply curious about why people behave the way they do, this episode offers practical insights into authority, responsibility, and the importance of independent thinking.

    15 min

  2. 2d ago

    The Tarasoff Ruling: The Weight of A Secret

    In this episode of Headspace Diaries, we explore the landmark legal case that transformed the practice of mental health care: Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California. What happens when a therapist learns that a client may pose a serious threat to someone else? Where should the line be drawn between protecting patient confidentiality and preventing harm? Through the story of Tatiana Tarasoff and the events that led to this historic court decision, we examine the ethical dilemmas faced by mental health professionals, the origins of the "duty to warn," and the lasting impact of this case on psychology, counselling, and the law. Join us as we unpack one of the most influential cases in mental health history and discuss how it continues to shape clinical practice and public safety today.

    15 min

  3. Jul 5

    The Stanford Prison Experiment: When Power Takes Control

    How does power influence human behaviour? In this episode, we dive into the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment led by Philip Zimbardo. Explore how ordinary volunteers quickly adopted the roles of guards and prisoners, the psychological effects of authority and social roles, and why the study remains one of the most debated experiments in psychology. We also examine the ethical concerns, criticisms, and lasting impact this experiment has had on our understanding of human behavior. Whether you're a psychology student, educator, or simply fascinated by the complexities of the human mind, this episode offers an insightful look at one of psychology's most controversial studies. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, share, and follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. We'd also love to hear your thoughts! Comment down below: Do you think people are naturally influenced by the roles they're given, or do personal values matter more? Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode!

    11 min

  4. Jul 3

    The Little Albert Experiment: Fear, Ethics, and Psychology

    The Little Albert Experiment: How Fear Is Learned What happens when a child's emotions become the subject of an experiment? In this episode, we explore the famous Little Albert Experiment conducted by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner. Discover how classical conditioning was used to demonstrate that fear can be learned, why this study became a landmark in psychology, and the ethical questions it continues to raise over a century later. Whether you're a psychology student, educator, or simply curious about the human mind, this episode offers an engaging look into one of the most influential—and controversial—experiments in psychological history. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, share, and follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. We'd also love to hear your thoughts! Comment down below: Do you think the Little Albert Experiment would ever be considered acceptable by today's ethical standards? Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode!

    13 min

  5. Apr 6

    Bodyfulness: A Somatic-Based Approach to Mindfulness

    This episode is about BODYFULNESS, the practice of being fully present in your body. We will look at what it is in detail, what it's benefits are, how it's different from mindfulness and how to achieve it. If you liked this podcast, please hit the follow button and let us know in the comments, what you'd like to hear next. Also remember to rate our podcast because your feedback matters to us.

    10 min

  6. Apr 3

    Classical Conditioning- Pavlov Dog Experiment

    Let us listen to one of the most classical experiments in psychology- the Pavlov-Dog Experiment or better known as the classical conditioning experiment and what it's implications were for psychology. If you liked this episode then comment down below what experiment you would like us to cover next and please share this with someone you love. For more such episodes, follow us.

    10 min

  7. Mar 28

    What Mental Health Actually Means

    In this episode we discussed what mental health actually is, what are the signs of good mental health, why it is just as important as physical health and how to get there. For more episodes like this, like, share, subscribe, rate our podcast and please do comment down below the tiny habit that you introduced to your routine that improved your mental health. We would love to hear from you.

    22 min

  8. Mar 20

    The Psychology of Stress

    In this episode we look at what stress is and WHY stress often gets a bad rep. We look at different types of stress, signs and symptoms of it, the neuroscience behind it and key coping strategies and lifeskills to develop when it comes to combatting stress. If you liked this episode let us know what stressed you out, and how you deal with your stress in the comments section, rate our podcast, like, share and hit the follow button for more!

    16 min

  9. Mar 16

    Overthinking and Rumination

    In this episode, we talked about overthinking and rumination, types of negative thinking, recurring themes in rumination and ways to stop the downward spiral. Follow for more episodes and share it with your loved ones.

    15 min

  10. Mar 15

    How Habits Are Formed

    This episode delves into what habits are, the habit loop, and how habits are formed. We also take a look at how to get rid of negative habits and reinforce positive ones. If you liked this episode, like, share and follow for more.

    9 min

  11. Mar 13

    Studying Psychology- What It's Like From the Inside

    A student's honest review to help you choose your career path and see if psychology is something you should pursue. If you're interested in more content like this, like, follow and share. Let us know what kinds of topics you'd like discussed in the comments below.

    6 min

  12. Mar 12

    What Is Psychology Really About? (And What It Isn’t)

    Let's break down the myths surrounding psychology and dive into what it truly is about- science. On this journey, we will learn together about different concepts in psychology and reflect on different aspects of it as we go. If you're interested in the exploration of psychology and related sciences, like, comment, follow, and share.

    5 min
  • 12 Episodes

About

Headspace Diaries is a student perspective on psychology, behaviour, and the science of the mind. Each episode explores ideas, research, and personal reflections as we learn about psychology together—one conversation at a time.

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  • Creator
    Mal
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mal
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