psychology

Dear Rachel, I recently watched a Four Corners episode on the rise of ADHD diagnoses in Australia and it named what I’d already been noticing — that it feels like everyone I know around the age of 35 and over has been diagnosed lately. The program showed how much the rates vary by postcode, with […]

Modern dating can feel exhausting. Learn how to stay hopeful, avoid burnout and build healthier relationships beyond apps and ghosting.

We all tell lies. That is a sad but undeniable truth. The question is whether those lies damage the important relationships in your life and, if they do, how can you change this?

Whether it’s news, social media, shopping or streaming our favourite shows, smartphones offer us life “on-demand”. But experts think this convenience comes at a hidden cost, diminishing our patience and holding us back from reaching long-term goals.

There is a prevailing feeling that things are just getting worse and worse, but then humans have always tended to feel that, even when things are getting much better. So why do we tend to think the sky is falling, and what can you do about it?

We take a look at the psychology behind baking and meet the foodies who have turned their passion into a profession.

Turning to your birth chart can help you to understand your sensitivity to certain personal dynamics in the world, such as family patterns and romantic interactions.

When used in the right context and manner, some behaviours deemed taboo can actually be good for you. Here’s why you should unleash your inner rebel more often.

Are you experiencing zoom fatigue? Has the pandemic empowered you to embrace your grey hair? You’re not alone. Read more in the latest life lines.

Looking for ways to relieve your loneliness? Interested in how to decipher fake news from real? We explore all this and more psychological insights in our latest Life Lines.

A small but growing body of neuro-scientific research confirms the existence of “empaths” and “highly sensitive people”. Here’s what to do if you’re one of them.

Acceptance is about taking ownership of challenges and reclaiming the energy and inspiration to rebuild, reinvent and recreate yourself and your life.