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Feb
22
2026

Dr Amy Loughman: Why We Get Butterflies in Our Stomach

Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences

That fluttery feeling before a speech, a first date or tough conversation is more than nerves. Dr Amy Loughman explains ...

Feb
15
2026

Dr Taylor Gogan: What Makes Certain Dating App Profiles Appealing

Popular Culture, Psychology, Social Sciences, Society & Culture, Technology

Dating apps promise endless choice, but small decisions about photos, bios and authenticity shape how people are perceived within seconds. ...

Feb
15
2026

Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris: Food, Valentine’s Day and the Science of Connection

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences

Food has become one of the central ways people express love, especially around Valentine’s Day, but the connection runs deeper ...

Feb
15
2026

Associate Professor Theresa Larkin: The Chemistry of Love

Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences

Love is often framed as romance, but the chemistry behind connection extends far beyond couples. Theresa Larkin explains what happens ...

Feb
15
2026

Professor Susan Rossell: Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Health, Mental Health, Psychology

Most people experience moments of insecurity about appearance, but for some, those thoughts become persistent and distressing. Susan Rossell explains ...

Jan
26
2026

Dr Dee Tomic: Work Participation, Inequality and Feeling Safe at Work

Careers, Psychology, Society & Culture

Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee ...

Jan
26
2026

Associate Professor Megan Willis: How To Handle Rejection On Dating Apps

Mental Health, Personal Safety, Psychology, Relationships, Social Media

Dating apps promise connection, but for many people, they deliver silence, ghosting and emotional fatigue. Associate Professor Megan Willis unpacks ...

Jan
26
2026

Professor Monica Whitty: The Pyschology Behind AI Deepfake Scams

Mental Health, Personal Safety, Psychology, Social Media, Society & Culture, Technology

Deepfake scams are getting frighteningly convincing, and new research shows most Australians are far more confident spotting them than they ...

Jan
17
2026

Associate Professor Erin Smith: Grieving the Loss of a Pet

Animals, Kids & Family, Mental Health, Pets, Psychology

Pet loss is often minimised, yet the grief can be profound and long-lasting. Associate Professor Erin Smith explains why these ...

Jan
17
2026

Dr Gayani Gunasekera: Why New Year Work Motivation Fades So Fast

Business, Psychology, Society & Culture

The fresh-start energy of January rarely lasts once work routines return. Dr Gayani Gunasekera unpacks why motivation drops off and ...