Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files Podcast http://www.thepsychfiles.com Learn how theories in psychology affect you in everyday life. Upbeat and interesting podcasts from experienced psychology professor Michael Britt give you a bit more insight into you and your life. Feeder 1.5.3(378) http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 License michael.britt@thepsychfiles.com (Michael Britt) michael.britt@thepsychfiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 16 May 2008 09:30:51 -0400 Fri, 16 May 2008 09:30:51 -0400 education http://www.thepsychfiles.com/TPFnewlogo300x300144.jpg Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files Podcast http://www.thepsychfiles.com 144 144 Michael Britt Psychology in Everyday Life ThePsychFiles is a podcast for anyone interested in the topic of psychology and how theories in this field apply to everyday life. Dr. Michael Britt brings you an upbeat, fun podcast of interest to everyone from psychology majors to those just interested in why people do what they do. psychology,human,behavior,education,college,self,help,psych,major no Michael Britt Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com no Episode 57: Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting and Getting in Shape! http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/05/16/episode-57-expectancy-theory-goal-setting-and-getting-in-shape/ Fri, 16 May 2008 09:30:40 -0400 episode-57-expectancy-theory-goal-setting-and-ge Michael Britt Trying to get in shape and lose weight? What's the psychology behind getting in shape? First forget the psychobabble. In this episode of The Psych Files podcast I examine two established theories of human motivation - goal setting and expectancy theory. Trying to get in shape and lose weight? What's the psychology behind getting in shape? Well, first forget the psychobabble. In this episode of The Psych Files podcast I examine two established theories of human motivation - goal setting and expectancy theory. If you've tried the Atkins diet, the south beach diet some other low carb diet plan or even (yikes!) a lemonade diet, then it's time to try something different - get into your head just a little bit and see what's going on in there. Join me for a different perspective on weight loss, exercise and fitness. diet, weight loss, fitness, sports psychology, psychology lecture, psychology no 29:05 Episode 56: What is Music Therapy? http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/05/10/episode-56-what-is-music-therapy/ Sat, 10 May 2008 12:53:17 -0400 episode-56-what-is-music-therapy Michael Britt Interested in Music Therapy? Music therapy, often used with children with autism, can also be used in the classroom to help children learn patterns. In this interview music therapist Kamile Geist talks about types and techniques of music therapy. Interested in Music Therapy? Music therapy, which is often used with children with autism, can also be used in the classroom to help children learn patterns. In this interview music therapist Kamile Geist talks about types and techniques of music therapy along with her research in this fascinating field. On the website Kamile talks about courses and programs that will prepare you to be a music therapist, as well as how insurance programs deal with this type of therapy. music therapy no 37:56 Episode 55: Is It Really Better to Give Than to Receive? http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/04/24/episode-55-is-it-really-better-to-give-than-to-receive/ Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:35:49 -0400 episode-55-is-it-really-better-to-give-than-to-re Michael Britt (Michael Britt) We've looked at the story of the Good Samaritan so now it's time to scientifically answer the question: is it better to give than to receive? Psychologists have recently examined the relationship between happiness and charitable giving. We've looked at the story of the Good Samaritan so now it's time to scientifically answer the question: is it better to give than to receive? Psychologists have recently examined the relationship between happiness and charitable giving. Will you be happier if you donate money rather than spend it on yourself? research in psychology, psychology, psychology lecture, psychology podcast, happiness no 17:35 Episode 54: Math Anxiety - Causes and Cures http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/04/13/episode-54-math-anxiety-causes-and-cures/ way math is taught? In this episode I am extremely fortunate to speak with Dr. Eugene Geist, Associate Professor at Ohio University - Athens, Ohio and specialist in early childhood education. We talk about math anxiety - how it develops and what can be done to help kids overcome it. So if you have math anxiety, are a parent of a child with math anxiety or are a teacher of math you'll want to hear what Dr. Geist has to say about this topic. Don't let your kids say "I hate math!" Children are, as Dr. Geist will point out, natural born mathematicians and you can help them with their math homework and in the process help them overcome math anxiety.]]> Sun, 13 Apr 2008 14:32:59 -0400 psychology-in-everyday-life-the-psych-files-podca Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Could it be that the roots of this anxiety lie not in math itself but with the way math is taught? In this episode I speak with Dr. Eugene Geist. Math anxiety - how it develops and what can be done to help kids overcome it. Could it be that the roots of this anxiety lie not with the topic itself but with the <strong>way math is taught</strong>? In this episode I am extremely fortunate to speak with Dr. Eugene Geist, Associate Professor at Ohio University - Athens, Ohio and specialist in early childhood education. We talk about math anxiety - how it develops and what can be done to help kids overcome it. So if you have math anxiety, are a parent of a child with math anxiety or are a teacher of math you'll want to hear what Dr. Geist has to say about this topic. Don't let your kids say "I hate math!" Children are, as Dr. Geist will point out, natural born mathematicians and you can help them with their math homework and in the process help them overcome math anxiety. no 44:20 Episode 53: Mindful Learning, NCLB, and the True Foundations of Success http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/04/01/episode-53-mindful-learning-nclb-and-the-true-foundations-of-success/ Tue, 01 Apr 2008 21:32:10 -0400 episode-53-mindful-learning-nclb-and-the-true-f Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Tired of rote memorization? Tired of NCLB? Try mindful learning. In this episode I explore psychologist Ellen Langer's concept of mindful learning. What does it mean to teach in a mindful way? How does this differ from the Foundations of Success report? Tired of rote memorization? Tired of NCLB? Try mindful learning. In this episode I explore psychologist Ellen Langer's concept of mindful learning. What does it mean to teach and learn in a mindful way? How does this concept differ from what is being encouraged in the new report on the teaching of math in this country called Foundations of Success? Find out the answers to all these questions in this episode of The Psych Files podcast. no 23:10 Episode 52 (repost): Research Design Part 2 - Factorial Designs http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/31/episode-52-repost-research-design-part-2-factorial-designs/ Mon, 31 Mar 2008 21:25:42 -0400 episode-52-repost-research-design-part-2-fact The Psych Files Podcast We're going to delve into a two by two factorial research design. I'll try my best to make it fun. Watch to find out how it can be to your disadvantage to be attractive and along the way learn a bit about research design. Hang in there! We're going to delve into a two by two factorial research design. Sounds dull you say? Well, I'll try my best to make it kinda fun. You'll see how more complex research is carried out. In this case I'll examine the downside to being an attractive person. And you thought attractive people get all the good stuff in life. Watch to find out how it can be to your disadvantage to be attractive and along the way learn a bit about research design. research methods, scientific method no 15:38 Episode 52: Research Design Part 2 - Factorial Designs http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/28/episode-52-research-design-part-2-factorial-designs/ Fri, 28 Mar 2008 18:46:10 -0400 episode-52-research-design-part-2-factorial-des The Psych Files Podcast We're going to delve into a two by two factorial research design. I'll try my best to make it fun. Watch to find out how it can be to your disadvantage to be attractive and along the way learn a bit about research design. Hang in there! We're going to delve into a two by two factorial research design. Sounds dull you say? Well, I'll try my best to make it kinda fun. You'll see how more complex research is carried out. In this case I'll examine the downside to being an attractive person. And you thought attractive people get all the good stuff in life. Watch to find out how it can be to your disadvantage to be attractive and along the way learn a bit about research design. research, research methods, research in psychology, factorial design, attractiveness no 15:38 Episode 51: Elliot Spitzer's Wife: Hero or Victim? http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/18/episode-51-elliot-spitzers-wife-hero-or-victim/ Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:39:25 -0400 episode-51-elliot-spitzers-wife-hero-or-victim Michael Britt (Michael Britt) People have been talking as much about Elliot Spitzer this week as much they have about his wife Silda. Why did she stand by and support him? What's the tie-in to theories in psychology? Would you believe that the "Covariation Principle" can be applied? This past week it seems like people have been talking as much about Elliot Spitzer as they have about his wife Silda. In fact, emotions may be running higher about her behavior than about his. Why did she stand by and support him when it appears that he clearly betrayed her trust? Aside from gossip, what's the tie-in to theories in psychology? Would you believe that the "Covariation Principle" can be applied to this and many similar situations where we are trying to figure out why people do what they do? Have a listen and learn how we use consensus, consistency and distinctiveness information to make important decisions. psychology podcast, psychology lecture, psychology notes no 21:31 Episode 50: Psychological Study Ripped Straight from....the Bible? http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/13/episode-50-psychological-study-ripped-straight-fromthe-bible/ How many scientific studies find their inspiration from a parable in the bible? Well, this one does and for my 50th episode I'll go over a very interesting study based on the Good Samaritan parable. We'll take another look at the topic of bystander intervention by asking the question: are people more likely to help someone if they are thinking "pious" thoughts at the time?

After reviewing the study I'll take a look at a couple articles that cite the good samaritan parable and ask the question: what does the results of this study imply about the value of character education, virtues programs, codes of ethics, citizenship and ethical behavior in general?

]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:22:27 -0400 episode-50-psychological-study-ripped-straight-fr Michael Britt (Michael Britt) How many scientific studies find their inspiration from a parable in the bible? Well, this one does and for my 50th episode I'll go over a very interesting study based on the Good Samaritan parable. How many scientific studies find their inspiration from a parable in the bible? Well, this one does and for my 50th episode I'll go over a very interesting study based on the Good Samaritan parable. We'll take another look at the topic of bystander intervention by asking the question: are people more likely to help someone if they are thinking "pious" thoughts at the time? After reviewing the study I'll take a look at a couple articles that cite the good samaritan parable and ask the question: what does the results of this study imply about the value of character education, virtues programs, codes of ethics, citizenship and ethical behavior in general? no 30:35 Episode 49: Classroom Management - An Interview with Dr. Ross Green part 2 http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/06/episode-49-classroom-management-an-interview-with-dr-ross-green-part-2/ Thu, 06 Mar 2008 15:50:00 -0500 episode-49-classroom-management-an-interview-wi Michael Britt (Michael Britt) In this episode I continue the interview on Collaborative Problem Solving in the classroom with Dr. Ross Green, author of The Explosive Child. In this episode I continue the interview on Collaborative Problem Solving in the classroom with Dr. Ross Green, author of The Explosive Child. As I stated in the previous episode, there are a variety of classroom management techniques, all designed to help solve the issue of how to discipline children who are having behavioral problems. I think you'll find that Dr. Green's approach makes a lot of sense and it can be implemented in the classroom as well as at home. A fascinating interview. classroom management, teaching no 32:34 Episode 48: Classroom Management - An Interview with Dr. Ross Green part1 http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/03/01/episode-48-classroom-management-an-interview-with-dr-ross-green/ Classroom management techniques - there are a lot of strategies for dealing with behavior problems in the classroom. It's time to add Collaborative Problem Solving to your toolkit. Learn an alternative to traditional classroom discipline techniques like timeout or sending the child to the principal. A recent Time magazine article entitled "How to Make Great Teachers" mentions that in a 2001 survey of teachers, 44% listed "student behavior problems" as the reason they left the profession. What can be done?

In this episode I interview Dr. Ross Green, author of The Explosive Child and the upcoming book "Lost in School". He'll tell you how to use collaborative problem solving with your students. This episode is also for parents, daycare workers, babysitters - anyone who wants to help young people learn to think their way through everyday behavior problems.

]]> Sat, 01 Mar 2008 18:24:50 -0500 episode-48-classroom-management-an-interview-wi Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Classroom management techniques - there are a lot of strategies for dealing with behavior problems in the classroom. It's time to add Collaborative Problem Solving to your toolkit. Learn an alternative to traditional classroom discipline techniques. Classroom management techniques - there are a lot of strategies for dealing with behavior problems in the classroom. It's time to add Collaborative Problem Solving to your toolkit. Learn an alternative to traditional classroom discipline techniques like timeout or sending the child to the principal. A recent Time magazine article entitled "How to Make Great Teachers" mentions that in a 2001 survey of teachers, 44% listed &#34;student behavior problems&#34; as the reason they left the profession. What can be done? In this episode I interview Dr. Ross Green, author of The Explosive Child and the upcoming book &#34;Lost in School&#34;. He'll tell you how to use collaborative problem solving with your students. This episode is also for parents, daycare workers, babysitters - anyone who wants to help young people learn to think their way through everyday behavior problems. no 19:25 Episode 47: The Little Albert Study: What You Know is...Mostly Wrong http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/02/19/episode-47-the-little-albert-study-what-you-know-ismostly-wrong/ Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:50:42 -0500 episode-47-the-little-albert-study-what-you-kno Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Think you know a lot about the little Albert experiment conducted by John Watson? Well, guess what - you'd be surprised at how much of the story is simply not true. Think you know a lot about the little Albert experiment conducted by John Watson? Well, guess what - you'd be surprised at how much of the story is simply not true. If you're wondering whatever happened to little Albert, whether the little Albert study created a lasting phobia in a small boy, or even what place this story has in the history of behaviorism, then I suggest you take a listen to this episode of The Psych Files and get the facts on this fascinating part of psychology's history. behaviorism psychology no 21:43 Episode 46: Thinking Positively - or Running Away from Your Feelings? http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/02/09/episode-46-thinking-positively-or-running-away-from-your-feelings/ Sat, 09 Feb 2008 12:45:27 -0500 episode-46-thinking-positively-or-running-away Michael Britt (Michael Britt) What’s wrong with thinking positively? Could be a lot. Let’s take another look at the "positive psychology" movement in this episode of The Psych Files podcast. I'll discuss how important "negative" - that is sad - feelings are in our lives. What’s wrong with thinking positively? Could be a lot. Let’s take another look at the "positive psychology" movement in this episode of The Psych Files podcast. I’ll share some additional ideas for bringing about more positive events in your life, talk about social comparison theory, and then discuss how important "negative" - that is sad - feelings are in our lives. Those are moments not to run from, but to embrace. positive thinking, positive thinking movement, social comparison theory, leon festinger, against happiness, melancholy, depression, sadness no 28:04 Episode 45: Basic Research Design - Part 1 http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2008/02/06/episode-45-basic-research-design-part-1/ Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:41:32 -0500 episode-45-basic-research-design-part-1 Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Independent variables, dependent variables, t-tests, anovas, experiments, between subjects, within subjects, confounds…confused? You won’t be after you watch this week’s video episode. Independent variables, dependent variables, t-tests, anovas, experiments, between subjects, within subjects, confounds…confused? You won’t be after you watch this week’s video episode. Learn research the fun way - choose an interesting topic. In this video I explain the basic concepts of research while examining the effect of gray hair on credibility. More fun that…let me think…well, trust me, it’ll be interesting. research, research methods, science, scientific method, independent variable, dependent variable, control group, t-test, anova, falsifiability no 14:58 Episode 44: Human Emotions: The Two Factor Theory Tue, 29 Jan 2008 21:24:25 -0500 episode-44-human-emotions-the-two-factor-theory Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Where do our emotions come from? From our thoughts? Or do they begin somewhere else - like in our bodies? We look at the work of James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, and Schachter and Singer. Where do our emotions come from? From our thoughts? Or do they begin somewhere else - like in our bodies? This week we look at the work of James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, and Schachter and Singer. Also, I review two classic studies in the history of psychology: the Suproxin study and the Suspension Bridge study. This week the Good, the Bad and the Ugly....Betty of emotions. Oh yes, and what does the TV show Ugly Betty have to do with all this? Find out this week on The Psych Files. feelings, emotions, james lange, two factor theory, no 31:13 Episode 43: Email Feedback http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/221066648/TPF_043_Emails_012208.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 22 Jan 2008 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_043_Emails_012208.mp3 Michael Britt The Psych Files podcast started one year ago this week, so I thought I’d share some emails I’ve received over the past year. The Psych Files podcast started one year ago this week, so I thought I’d share some emails I’ve received over the past year. I just want to thank all of you for being listeners and for sharing your encouragement and your suggestions for the podcast. I plan to go full speed ahead for 2008 and in this episode I share a some of the ideas I have for episode topics for the upcoming year. online psychology lectures, psychology, psychology lecture, psychology notes, introduction to psychology, psychology podcast, psychology theories no 23:14 Episode 42: Taking A Psychology Class? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/219146801/TPF_042_Whatis_011808.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 18 Jan 2008 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_042_Whatis_011808.mp3 Michael Britt Are you taking Introduction to Psychology? Or are you looking for online lectures in psychology? You've come to the right place. The Psych Files podcast is 1 year old this month and I wanted to tell all the new listeners about the podcast. Are you taking Introduction to Psychology? General Psychology? Or are you looking for online lectures in psychology? You've come to the right place. The Psych Files podcast is 1 year old this month and I wanted to tell all the new listeners a little bit about the podcast. Also, I've got two "secrets" for success in your psychology class, as well as two "Psychology In Everyday Life" tidbits about blaming the victim and our need for personal control. Welcome to The Psych Files. online psychology lectures, psychology, psychology lecture, psychology notes, introduction to psychology, psychology podcast, psychology theories no 28:15 Episode 41: EMDR - A Critical Perspective http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/213376821/TPF_041_EMDR2_010808.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_041_EMDR2_010808.mp3 Michael Britt Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - what is it about this type of psychotherapy that draws such criticism? In this episode I interview Dr. Scott Lilienfeld of Emory University. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - what is it about this type of psychotherapy that draws such criticism? In this episode I interview Dr. Scott Lilienfeld of Emory University. Dr. Lilienfeld has been a critic of EMDR and in this episode he explains his reasons why. He also talks a little bit about how exposure therapy works. A fascinating interview with a leading critic and author of a new textbook in Psychology. emdr, emdr treatment, ptsd treatment, exposure therapy, trauma treatment, trauma, eye_movement_desensitization, scott_lilienfeld, eye_movement_desensitization_and_reprocessing, exposure_therapy, emdr no 27:17 Episode 40: Performance Anxiety (and sopranos on their heads) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/209117300/TPF_040_PerfAnx_123107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Mon, 31 Dec 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_040_PerfAnx_123107.mp3 Michael Britt Want to learn how to overcome performance anxiety? Listen to a few experienced actors talk about performing and then I'll share some thoughts about what psychologists have to say about those judges in your head who keep you from doing your best. Do you get nervous when you perform? Want to learn how to overcome performance anxiety? Listen to a few experienced actors talk about performing and then I'll share some thoughts about what psychologists have to say about those judges in your head who keep you from doing your best. I'll also share my experiences as a performer as well. Then we end with a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt. What does she have to do with performance anxiety? You'll have to listen to find out. performance anxiety, stagefright, overcome performance anxiety, performance anxiety treatment, public speaking, music performance anxiety, performing, anxiety no 31:21 Episode 39: Mashups and the Future of Psychological Research http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/205306658/Mashups_and_the_Future_of_Psychological_Research.m4v
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 23 Dec 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Mashups_and_the_Future_of_Psychological_Research.m4v Michael Britt Have you heard about Mashups? In this video episode I'll show you how you use RSS feeds, Google Reader, and Yahoo Pipes to create a mashup that searches the web for the very latest information on psychological terms of interest to you. Have you heard about Mashups? What do they have to do with psychology? In this video episode I'll show you how you use RSS feeds, Google Reader, and Yahoo Pipes to create a mashup that searches the web for the very latest information on psychological terms of interest to you. I'm not clairvoyant (is that the right term for people who can see the future?), but I think this IS the future of of research in psychology. Come take a look. psychological research, psychology research, research in psychology, mashups, rss, google reader no 16:21 Episode 38: How Big is Your Office: Another Classic Study in Psychology http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/202254926/TPF_038_Greenberg_121807.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_038_Greenberg_121807.mp3 Michael Britt Equity and the lack of fairness strike again! What would happen if you were suddenly (even temporarily) moved to an office (or dorm room) that was smaller than the one you’re in now? Would you be less productive? I bet you would. Equity and the lack of fairness strike again! What would happen if you were suddenly moved to an office (or dorm room) that was smaller than the one you’re in now? Would you be less productive? Less satisfied? I bet you would. equity, fairness, productivity, job productivity, job satisfaction, field experiment, applied psychology no 30:16 Episode 37: The Effects of Video Game and Media Violence http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/196778643/TPF_037_Bandura_120707.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_037_Bandura_120707.mp3 Michael Britt What do psychologists think about the effects of violent video games and violence in the media on viewers? Does it lead people to be more aggressive? We explore this question in this episode along with taking a close look at the classic “Bobo” doll study. What do psychologists think about the effects of violent video games and violence in the media on viewers? Does it lead people to be more aggressive? More violent? Or is it the other way around - that aggressive people are drawn to violent media? We explore this question in this episode along with taking a close look at the classic “Bobo” doll study that was conducted by Albert Bandura. And we throw in a little James Bond along the way. bobo doll study, albert bandura, video game violence, violence in the media, media violence, classic bobo doll study no 27:44 Episode 36: The Myth of the Kitty Genovese Story http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/190397964/TPF_036_Genovese_112507.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_036_Genovese_112507.mp3 Michael Britt Have you heard the story about how young Kitty Genovese was repeatedly attacked one night in New York City over a period of a half and hour while 38 people watched from their windows and did nothing? Have you heard the story about how young Kitty Genovese was repeatedly attacked one night in New York City over a period of a half and hour while 38 people watched from their windows and did nothing? This story led to a long line of research in the area of bystander intervention and diffusion of responsibility. Would it surprise you to learn that most of what you've heard about this case is NOT true? kitty Genovese, bystander Intervention, helping, diffusion of responsibility, group behavior, kew gardens, what really happened, urban myths, 911 no 36:19 Episode 35: The Psychology of Extreme Sports http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/184623160/TPF_035_extreme_111407.mp4
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_035_extreme_111407.mp4 Michael Britt Time for a little fun. I know you’ve asked yourself this question: why do people engage in those dangerous sports like hangliding, bungee jumping and rock climbing? Would you believe it might have something to do with neurotransmitters? Time for a little fun. I know you’ve asked yourself this question: why do people engage in those dangerous sports like hangliding, bungee jumping and rock climbing? Would you believe it might have something to do with neurotransmitters? extreme sports, sensation seeking, marvin zuckerman, zuckerman, monoamine oxidase, neurotransmitters, neurons, synapse, depression, rock climbing, bungee jumping no 21:05 Episode 34: Timeout Revisited - Dealing with Challenging Kids Part 2 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/179802816/TPF_034_ThinkKidsp2_110407.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 04 Nov 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_034_ThinkKidsp2_110407.mp3 Michael Britt Here's the second half of my interview with Dr. Ablon. Learn in detail how how Plan B can work with your children. Here’s the second part of my episode on alternatives to timeout. In this part of the interview, Dr. Ablon discusses Plan B in more detail. How do you work with your child to come up with solutions that satisfy both your and his or her needs? timeout, spanking, thinkkids, discipline, behaviorism, child behavior, development no 32:06 Episode 33: Timeout Revisited - Dealing with Challenging Kids Part 1 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/195836018/Episode_33__Timeout_Revisited__Dealing_with_Challenging_Kids_Part_1.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 28 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://cdn.libsyn.com/thepsychfiles/Episode_33__Timeout_Revisited__Dealing_with_Challenging_Kids_Part_1.mp3 Michael Britt Timeout not working for you? Listen to Dr. Ablon talk about the Collaborative Problem Solving model of dealing with challenging children in part 1 of this interview. In part of 1 of this interview Dr. J. Stuart Ablon we talk those children for whom timeout sometimes does not work. What’s your alternative then? Listen in and learn about the Collaborative Problem Solving approach. timeout, spanking, thinkkids, discipline, behaviorism no 30:39:46 Episode 32: Midterms, Mnemonics and Two Keys to Learning http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/169868239/TPF_032_Mnemonics_100407.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 14 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_032_Mnemonics_100407.mp3 Michael Britt Learn to use Mnemonics and then learn 2 keys to true, long-term learning on The Psych Files. To learn or not to learn that is the question this week on The Psych Files. Come with me as I explore mnemonic techniques, learn to memorize Hamlet's famous speech, and learn 2 keys to true, lasting learning. mnemonics, method of loci, keyword technique, keywords, pegword, midterm review, midterms no 36:32 Psych Majors: Check Out “The Mappr”! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/168583820/
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2007/10/11/psych-majors-check-out-the-mappr/ no Episode 31: Lemon Slices and a New Face on Mars! Gestalt Principles at Work http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/164468983/TPF_031_Gestalt_090307.mp4
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_031_Gestalt_090307.mp4 Michael Britt How does something as abstract as the "Gestalt principles of perception" explain how we not only see faces on Mars, but also how we can appreciate works of art? Let's take a close look at why people see a lot of strange things around them - including me. We'll see images on lemon slices, floor panels, building tops, etc. Why do we perceive these things? And how does something as abstract as the "Gestalt principles of perception" explain how we not only see strange things, but also how we can appreciate works of art. This week on The Psych Files. gestalt, gestalt principles of perception, law of closure, law of proximity, law of similarity, closure, gestalt, perceptual set no 19:10 Virgin Mary on a Lemon Slice? I got ya beat. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/162124634/
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2007/09/25/virgin-mary-on-a-lemon-slice-i-got-ya-beat/ no Episode 30: Equine Assisted Therapy http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/160554343/Episode_30__Equine_Assisted_Therapy.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 23 Sep 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_30__Equine_Assisted_Therapy.mp3 Michael Britt Love Horses? Interested in how they can be used therapeutically? Then learn about Equine Assisted therapy on The Psych Files. If you think that therapy with horses is just another form of “pet therapy” well…so did I…at first. But Equine Assisted therapy is something different. Learn more about this unique form of therapy from Nancy King, director of A Horse Connection. equine assisted therapy, hippotherapy, occupational therapy, therapy, ADHD, physical therapy, autism, cerebral palsy no 30:07 Episode 29: Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic vs. the Motivation To Learn http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/157344145/Episode_29__Extrinsic_Intrinsic_and_the_Motivation_to_Learn.m4a
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 16 Sep 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_29__Extrinsic_Intrinsic_and_the_Motivation_to_Learn.m4a Michael Britt (Michael Britt) Let's take a look at the battle between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and a new contender: the motivation to learn. What does all this have to do with the Bourne Supremacy? Find out on The Psych Files! You’ve probably heard about the battle between intrinsic and intrinsic motivation. Well, here’s a new competitor to think about: the concept of the Motivation to Learn. What does this idea have to add to the debate about the best way to get kids to read? What does it have to do with the Bourne Supremacy? Find out this week on The Psych Files. intrinsic motivation, motivation, extrinsic motivation, motivation to learn, book it, book-it no 33:07 Episode 28: Is Time Out Really Effective? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/152641087/TPF_028_timeout_090507.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 05 Sep 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_028_timeout_090507.mp3 Michael Britt Do you use time out? Think it works? Do you suspect that perhaps it doesn't? Explore effective and ineffective uses of time out in this episode. Everybody advocates the use of time out over forms of punishments like spankings, but how exactly do you administer time out in a way that is effective? Could we be doing it all wrong? Is time out even something we should be doing at all? Join me as I explore this topic. time out, timeout, time-out, discipline, childhood discipline, spanking, punishment, corporal punishment, crime and punishment no 29:28 Episode 27: From Insane Asylum to Psychiatric Center: A Brief History http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/149281902/TPF_027_HRPC1_082807.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 28 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_027_HRPC1_082807.mp3 Michael Britt Find out what life was like on an "Insane Asylum" 100 years ago. It's probably not what you think. Join me for an interview with Dr. Roger Christenfeld, Research Director of the Hudson River Psychiatric Center. Dr. Christenfeld and I talk about how psychiatric patients were treated in the heyday of this incredible center. I think you'd be surprised at some of the things he has to say. psychiatric center, hudson river psychiatric center, insane, insane asylum, ciminally insance no 33:06 Episode 26: Why Do Statistics Make Us So Queasy? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/146890425/TPF_026_statistics_082107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 22 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_026_statistics_082107.mp3 Michael Britt Let's find out why people are apprehensive about statistics and what can be done about. Warning! Bad jokes ahead! Why are we often anxious about or even suspicious of statistics? Let’s take a look at this topic. Along with some interesting examples I’ve got some statistics-oriented jokes I hope you’ll find funny (okay, maybe you’ll just find them…interesting. Humor me). Conquer your fears this week on The Psych Files. statistics and psychology, statistics, statistics help no 32:09 Episode 25: The Brains Behind Erikson Part 3 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/143159038/Episode_25__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_Part_3.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sat, 11 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_25__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_Part_3.mp3 Michael Britt Let's take a look at what's happening inside the teenage brain and up until later adulthood. We finish off this series looking at your brain as you develop by examining what is happening in your brain as you age from adolescence to older adulthood. Also: an impersonated celebrity endorsement from Star Trek’s George Takai. Erikson, erik erikson, brain, brain development, neuron, teenage brain, adolescence no 22:40 Episode 24: The Brains Behind Erikson Part 2 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/143159039/Episode_24__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_Part_2.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_24__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_Part_2.mp3 Michael Britt Let's take a look at what's happening inside your brain as you age from birth to 12. What is happening in your brain as you progress through life? In this episode we take a look at some of the changes that occur in your brain from birth to age 12. Be sure to listen to part 3 of this series, which is episode 25. Erikson, erik erikson, brain, brain development, neuron, split brain no 26:52 Episode 23: Do Teachers Have to be Actors Today? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/146891257/TPF_023_ActingTeaching_080107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 01 Aug 2007 11:33:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_023_ActingTeaching_080107.mp3 Michael Britt We often heard it said that teachers have to be actors today in order to keep the attention of today’s low attention span students. Well, in this episode I agree that teachers and actors do think alike in many ways - but not in the ways most people think. We often heard it said that teachers have to be actors today in order to keep the attention of today’s low attention span students. Well, in this episode I agree that teachers and actors do think alike in many ways - but not in the ways most people think. Join me as I explore how teachers and actors think alike in terms of objectives, obstacles, “raising the stakes”, and getting feedback from other actors/students. acting, teaching, sylabus, syllabi, how to write a syllabus no 26:15 Episode 22: The Brains Behind Erikson Part 1 - Timeliner http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/135733343/Episode_22__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_part_1.m4v
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 20 Jul 2007 15:01:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_22__The_Brains_Behind_Erikson_part_1.m4v Michael Britt In this episosde I demonstrate how I used the program called Timeliner to examine Erikson's stages, my life and the biological changes we experience as we grow. I decided that it was time to look at the biology behind the changes that occur in our lives as we grow. As I put my ideas together to do this, I employed a very neat program called Timeliner. It is so cool in fact that I decided to do an episode solely on how to use Timeliner, especially the tool called “merge”. If you are an educator I think you’ll find this episode interesting. Timeliner, erik erikson, erikson no 14:12 Episode 21: Erikson's Eight Stages of Life http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/132095309/TPF_021_Erikson_071007.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Mon, 09 Jul 2007 08:35:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_021_Erikson_071007.mp3 Michael Britt Take a stroll with me through the stages of life with some fascinating interviews. This week on The Psych Files we take a stroll through the various phases of life: from childhood, to adolescence, into mid-life and then we listen to two interesting voices of men nearing the end of their lives and they do so with very different perspectives John Wayne and Roy. eric erikson, stages of life, passages, john wayne, aging, old age, eight stages of life, erikson, mid-life crisis, mid life crisis, developmental psychology no 50:12 Episode 20: Conflict Resolution: A Classic Psychological Study http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841474/Episode_20__Conflict_Resolution_-_A_Classic_Psychological_Study.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 27 Jun 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_20__Conflict_Resolution_-_A_Classic_Psychological_Study.mp3 Michael Britt We take a look at a wonderful study in psychology which taught us a great deal about intergroup conflict and resolution. What do gangs, asteroids, a giant octopus and little boys at a summer camp in Robber's Cave State Park in 1954 have in common? Find out this week as we take a look at a wonderful study in psychology which taught us a great deal about intergroup conflict and resolution. This week on The Psych Files. conflict resolution, gangs, bias, prejudice, stereotyping no 22:46 Episode 19: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: an interview with Jamie O’Neil http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841475/Episode_20__Eye_Movement_Desensitization_and_Reprocessing.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/Episode_20__Eye_Movement_Desensitization_and_Reprocessing.mp3 Michael Britt Learn about an effective treatment for post traumatic stress. Want to learn more about EMDR? Listen to this interview with Jamie O’Neil who explains how EMDR works. Turns out it’s about a lot more than just eye movements. Learn more about Bilateral Stimulation and the rest of what goes into EMDR. emdr, post traumatic stress disorder, stress, treatments for stress, ptsd, treatment for ptsd, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing no 27:46 Episode 18: Critical Thinking and the Overflowing Cup http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841476/TPF_018_CriticalThinking_061107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_018_CriticalThinking_061107.mp3 Michael Britt Critical thinking is great. So is having an open mind. We look at both in this episode. Everyone thinks critical thinking is a great thing. I don’t disagree, but how about a little open mindedness? I take a look at last week’s episode on energy medicine and discuss being critical, the scientific method and remaining open to those matters we cannot access through the scientific method. critical thinking, open mind, open mindedness, scientific method no 17:46 Episode 17: Energy Medicine: an Interview with Pat Heavren http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841477/TPF_017_EnergyMedicine_060607.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_017_EnergyMedicine_060607.mp3 Michael Britt Ever heard of Energy Medicine? Learn more about it this week on The Psych Files. In the first of a series of interviews with therapists who practice alternative therapeutic techniques, Pat Heavren of Energy Medicine Wellness in Woodbridge, Connectitcut joins me for a discussion on the practice of energy medicine. energy medicine, new age no 25:46 Episode 16: They’re at it again - My Favorite Weird Psychology Studies http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841478/TPF_016_PersonalSpace_052807.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Mon, 28 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_016_PersonalSpace_052807.mp3 Michael Britt Here's a classic, but strange psychological study you may not have heard of. I thought it would be fun to take a look at some of the studies in psychology that I remember not so much because they were groundbreaking or well known (like Pavlov’s dogs or Milgram’s studies on obedience), but because they were just plain weird, or memorable because they were strange. The first of these is coming up soon, and it has to do with a study done in 1976 in which psychology researchers hid in men’s bathrooms to observe…well, you’ll find out. personal space, shy bladder, bashful bladder no 27:46 Episode 15: It’s Not Fair! Equity in Life and Work http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841479/TPF_015_Equity_051707.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sat, 19 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_015_Equity_051707.mp3 Michael Britt Ah, fairness. We all want it. Children cry for it. Let's find out how it affects us at work. The battle cry of childhood - It’s not fair - tends to follow us throughout life. Let’s take a look at how fairness, or the lack therof, plays itself out in the work place. Get ready for a little math. Math? In psychology? You’ll see. equity, fairness, job dissatisfaction, job satisfaction no 18:46 Episode 14: What Does Your Car Say About You? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841480/TPF_014_Cars_051208.m4v
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 08 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_014_Cars_051208.m4v Michael Britt What does your car say about you? Find out this week on The Psych Files. It is time to take a look at the cars we drive and find out what they say about ourselves - our personalities and our lifestyles. This week on The Psych Files. personality, psychology, cars no 18:46 Episode 13: Big Brother? What Your Grocery Store Knows About You http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841481/TPF_013_Supermarkets_050308.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Thu, 03 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_013_Supermarkets_050308.mp3 Michael Britt What does your local supermarket know about you and how is it using this to make you buy? The question this week: Does your local grocery store know more about you than you do? We take a look at the research that’s been done to learn more about your behavior in the supermarket and how that information is used to get you to buy more than you planned for. consumer behavior, research, observational research no 24:46 Episode 12: The Necessity of the Frame in Psychotherapy http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841482/TPF_012_TheFrame_042406.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 25 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_012_TheFrame_042406.mp3 Michael Britt No one can tell you which type of therapy is best for you, but here are some guidelines that may help. What is the frame in psychotherapy and why do we need to keep it from breaking? This week I discuss some guidelines set forth by Robert Langs, MD regarding how to know when your relationship with your therapist is healthy - and when it is not. psychotherapy, therapy, Robert Langs, psychology no 27:46 Episode 11: What Does Your Bowling Style Say About You? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841483/TPF_011_Superstition_041807.m4v
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Wed, 18 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_011_Superstition_041807.m4v Michael Britt Can psychologists explain superstitions in a scientific way? Find out this week on The Psych Files. In this video episode we look at what your bowling style says about you and about human nature in general. And by the way, why do you keep pressing that elevator button? superstition, behaviorism, B.F. Skinner, skinner, bowling, bowling instruction no 18:46 Episode 10: What does your search behavior on Amazon.com say about you? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841484/TPF_010_Dissonance_041207.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_010_Dissonance_041207.mp3 Michael Britt Do you believe that your search patterns on Amazon.com reveal something about you? Find out this week on The Psych Files. Today we take a look at how your innermost feelings are reflected in what information you pay attention to or ignore as you search around on Amazon. Cognitive dissonance strikes again! cognitive dissonance, dissonance, search behavior, web search no 13:46 Episode 9: How Do You Really Raise Self-Esteem? The Incredibles vs. American Idol http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841485/TPF_009_Esteem_033007.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Fri, 02 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_009_Esteem_033007.mp3 Michael Britt There has been a lot of talk about young people today having a self esteem that is too high. We take a look at this issue this week on The Psych Files. How do you really raise self esteem? This week we take a look at all the talk about young people, narcissism and the self esteem movement. Then we answer the question: how do you raise self esteem? self esteem, esteem, narcissims, american idol, the incredibles, self esteem movement no 24:46 Episode 8: Why do Contradictions Bother Us So Much? Cognitive Dissonance in Our Daily Lives. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841486/TPF_008_CogDiss_031907.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 20 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_008_CogDiss_031907.mp3 Michael Britt We love consistency in others and ourselves and it bothers us when it isn't there. Why is that? We'll find out on this episode of The Psych Files. Can you be pro choice and against the death penalty, or vice versa? That’s the question we examine this week along with other quandries such as Gingrichs’ affair and Al Gore’s house. This week on The Psych Files. cognitive dissonance, dissoance, leon festinger, festinger no 20:46 Episode 7: Blaming the Victim and other Biases http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841487/TPF_007_BlameVictim_031107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 11 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_007_BlameVictim_031107.mp3 Michael Britt Let's get a better understanding of the concept of blarming the victim and how it applies to rape and acquaintance rape situations. Are victims really to blame? Are rape victims responsible for what happens to them? That is the question we examine this week. We look at blaming the victim and other attributional biases. blaming the victim, rape, acquaintance rape, bias, attribution bias, attributional biases no 27:46 Episode 6: The Negative Side of Positive Thinking http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841488/TPF_006_PosThink_030307.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 04 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_006_PosThink_030307.mp3 Michael Britt There has been a lot of talk lately about The Secret and the Law of Attraaction. We learn more about positive thiking in this episode of The Psych Files. What could be bad about thinking positively? That is the question we examine this week on The Psych Files. the secret, the law of attraction, law of attraction, positive thinking, positive psychology no 28:46 Episode 5: In Defense of Defense Mechanisms http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841489/TPF_005_def_mech_022507.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 25 Feb 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_005_def_mech_022507.mp3 Michael Britt Too many people dismiss Freud just because he had a few crazy ideas (”penis envy” for example), but as I try to point out in this podcast, many of Freud’s ideas were very influential and can, with a little attention, be seen in everyday life. Too many people dismiss Freud just because he, admittedly, had a few crazy ideas, but as I try to point out in this podcast, many of Freud’s ideas were very influential and can, with a little attention, be seen in everyday life. freud, defense mechanisms, sigmund freud, anna freud, denial, projection, sublimation, repression, repressed memories no 20:46 Episode 4: On Birds Flocking and Opposites Attracting: the data on Love http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841490/TPF_004_021907.m4v
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Mon, 19 Feb 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_004_021907.m4v Michael Britt Which saying is correct - do Birds of a Feather Flock together or do Opposites Attract? That’s the question we examine this week on the first video episode of The Psych Files. I got a little ambitious and decided to do a video podcast. One of my favorite topics (I suppose many people’s favorite topics) has to do with how romantic relationships begin and why some relationships flourish while others don’t. Well, this is a topic that psychologists have studied in great depth and some time back I had one of my classes conduct a survey on the topic. So this video podcast has 3 parts: 1) a little background on 3 theories which relate to how relationships begin, 2) a quick overview of the survey my class and I created, and 3) a look at the results using a very neat new program called InspireData (from the Inspiration concept mapping people). I really had fun putting the video podcast together and I hope you find it informative. If you’ve got a moment let me know what you think. psychology, romance, romantic attraction, love, relationships, statistics, research methods no 18:41 Episode 3: Predictions, Predictions http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841491/TPF_003_021107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 11 Feb 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_003_021107.mp3 Michael Britt It’s the beginning of the year and it seems like everyone is making predictions. How about this one: people with large brains are smarter than people with small brains. Don’t believe it? Neither do we. Find out why this prediction is hogwash and what makes for good and bad predictions. psychology, predictions, pseudoscience, scientific method, falsification, falsifiability, popper, research methods, statistics no 26:41 Episode 2: Rewards and Punishments http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841492/TPF_002_021107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Sun, 11 Feb 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_002_021107.mp3 Michael Britt Join host Michael Britt in examining how rewards and punishments operate in our lives. Today’s Question: “Do you believe in spanking children to get to them to behave?” We'll examine this controversial issue and you’ll also learn how to tell the difference between positive and negative reinforcement and positive and negative punishment (“positive punishment”? - you’ll have to tune in to figure that one out). psychology, behaviorism, spanking, jail, punishment, childcare, parenting no 23:46 Episode 1: What this podcast is all about. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/thepsychfiles/~3/130841493/TPF_001_021107.mp3
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]]> Michael.Britt@ThePsychFiles.com (Michael Britt) Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:00:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/thepsychfiles/TPF_001_021107.mp3 Michael Britt In this first episode I introduce myself and talk about the goals of this podcast. The first episode of The Psych Files. psychology, podcast no 10:46