Online Risks (SOP61)

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Online Risks (SOP61)

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Jul 25, 2018

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Every day, we are all called on to make online security decisions. Psychologist Emma Williams studies the contexts in which we make these decisions in an effort to develop safer practices. Help us learn more about you. Please take our audience survey at http://www.apa.org/sopsurvey

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Jul 25, 2018

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"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.

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The stress of money (SOP22): APA’s latest Stress in America survey found that 72 percent of Americans reported feeling stressed about money at least some time in the prior month. by Speaking of Psychology
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Choosing foods wisely (SOP4): Some foods marketed as healthy may instead sabotage our diets. by Speaking of Psychology
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The good and bad of peer pressure (SOP2): When a school year begins, students are dealing with new classes, sports and other school-related activities. by Speaking of Psychology
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Disciplining children effectively (SOP15): Deciding how to discipline a child can be one of the hardest parts of being a parent. Even parents of generally well-behaved children can find themselves at a loss when trying to discipline a defiant toddler or a surly teenager. by Speaking of Psychology
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Preventing suicide (SOP14): Suicide rates have been steadily increasing in recent years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. by Speaking of Psychology
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Digital altruism and cyberheroes (SOP8): “Cyberheroes” are those who actively use the Internet and digital technologies to help others, animals and the environment, says psychologist Dana Klisanin, PhD. by Speaking of Psychology
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Women and smoking (SOP5): In 1964, the release of the U.S. Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking and Health prompted one of the largest public health behavior change success stories of the 20th century. by Speaking of Psychology
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Music and your health (SOP11): Can music make us healthier or even smarter? by Speaking of Psychology
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Molecules and morals: learning the link (SOP6): Oxytocin has been called the “love hormone.” by Speaking of Psychology
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Understanding climate change (SOP9): As the discussion over how to address climate change heats up this Earth Day, we’re taking a look at how people understand the risks of climate change and how they adapt. by Speaking of Psychology
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Getting into a terrorist’s mind (SOP3): iguring out what makes a terrorist tick is not easy, but law enforcement and counterterrorism officials have been turning to psychologists to try to do just that. by Speaking of Psychology
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Unlocking the psychology of millennials (SOP26): Psychologists are studying millennials and trying to discover more about the motivations and desires of a generation often thought of as being narcissistic and self-absorbed. by Speaking of Psychology
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The neuroscience of creativity (SOP10): Do you have to be intelligent to be creative? by Speaking of Psychology
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Keeping your brain fit (SOP28): Much like in our arms or legs, our brain’s “muscles” can rebuild and grow if they’re given the right exercise. by Speaking of Psychology
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Improving lives through virtual reality therapy (SOP19): Advancements in virtual reality technology have not only led to improved experiences for people who enjoy video games but they are also treating very serious psychological and physical disabilities. by Speaking of Psychology
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Thinking of companies as people (SOP13): Are companies like people? by Speaking of Psychology
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Making psychotherapy work for you (SOP25): Research has shown that psychotherapy is an effective tool for people who are dealing with a wide range of mental and behavioral health issues, yet people are still hesitant to visit a therapist for treatment. by Speaking of Psychology
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How masculinity can hurt mental health (SOP38): The availability and quality of health care is often substandard when it comes to serving low-income boys and men in ethnic/minority communities. by Speaking of Psychology
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Using your mind to find love (SOP21): There are few things in life so strongly tied to our overall happiness as a stable and happy marriage. by Speaking of Psychology
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Dispelling the myth of violence and mental illness (SOP27): Recent mass shootings have inevitably led to news reports of the suspected shooters’ mental health, but psychological research shows there is no clear link between mental illness and violence. by Speaking of Psychology
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The mental price of affluence (SOP18): American teens from upper-middle class families are more likely to have higher rates of depression, anxiety and substance abuse than any other socioeconomic group of young people, says psychologist Suniya Luthar, PhD. by Speaking of Psychology
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Treating the whole person (SOP20): A growing body of research has shown a connection between our minds and bodies – a relationship that can affect our overall health. by Speaking of Psychology
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Feminism A to Z (SOP50): In this episode, Gayle Pitman, PhD, talks about her new book, "Feminism from A to Z," and how parents and teachers can use a feminist theory and perspective to give teenage girls the support, courage and energy to face the challenges of adolescence. by Speaking of Psychology
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