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The Mental Wellbeing Show
by Indi Dissanayake
Each episode is a deep-dive into the evidence of different mental wellbeing practices. We discuss this with researchers and practitioners themselves. We tease apart the research for you in an applicable way so you can implement strategies and tools to improve your own wellbeing.
Episodes
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Media Portrayals of Mental Illness | Dr. Anna Ross | 68
Media Portrayals of Mental Illness. In this video, Dr. Anna Ross and I discuss the role of the media in influencing mental representations of people with mental illness, responsible media reporting and stigma in mental illness. Dr. Anna Ross is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of...
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Exercise in Psychotherapy | Dr. Kristin Szuhany | 67
Exercise in Psychotherapy. In this video, Dr. Kristin Szuhany and I discuss the benefits of integrating exercise into traditional talk therapy, how psychologists can promote exercise with clients, the latest research on exercise in anxiety disorder treatment and much more... Dr. Kristin Szuhany…
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Mental Health in Developing Countries | 15min Lifestyle Psych
In this episode, we discuss the plight of mental illness and unique risk factors for mental illness in developing countries, the poverty trap and much more... Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 1:54 Is MI a Western Problem Only? 3:10 Risk Factors in Developing Countries 8:30 Mental Health Stigma 11:30 The...
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Building Healthy Habits That Last - A Masterclass | 66
In this Masterclass, we dive into all things healthy habits with 4 leading researchers and experts. We explore how to build healthy habits, the importance of intrinsic motivation, how long it takes to build a habit and much more...
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The Adonis Complex | 10min Lifestyle Psych
The Adonis Complex. In this episode, we discuss the mental illness of Muscle Dysmorphia, otherwise known as Bigorexia, Reverse Anorexia and The Adonis Complex. Chapters 0:00 What is Muscle Dysmorphia? 4:10 Why is Muscle Dysmorphia Increasing? 6:30 Who is At Risk of Muscle Dysmorphia? 9:35...
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Nutrition, Gut Microbiome & Mental Health | Prof. Ted Dinan | 65
Nutrition, Gut Microbiome & Mental Health | Prof. Ted Dinan | 65 In this video, we discuss the gut-brain relationship, how our diet impacts our mental health, what a 'healthy' gut microbiome is, the role of prebiotics and probiotics on our gut and much more... Ted Dinan is a Professor of…
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The Know-Do Gap in Health Behaviours | 10min Lifestyle Psych
The Know-Do Gap in Health Behaviours | 10min Lifestyle Psych Chapters 0:00 Know-Do Gap 4:25 The Missing Piece 9:10 Solutions My name is Indi Dissanayake and I am a PhD Candidate investigating the implementation of exercise-based psychotherapy into mental healthcare, and a Provisional…
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Increasing Mental Health Benefits from Exercise | Dr Megan Teychenne | 64
Increasing Mental Health Benefits from Exercise with Dr. Megan Teychenne. In this video, Dr. Megan Teychenne and I discuss the benefits of exercise for mental health, the best types, domains, environments and social contexts of exercise for mental health, the benefits of exercise for Postpartum...
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Lifestyle Behaviours in Mental Illness: 10 Min Psych
Lifestyle Behaviours in Mental Illness: 10min Lifestyle Psych Welcome to this 10 Minute Lifestyle Psychiatry episode. I discuss the mortality gap in people with serious mental illness, the underlying factors driving this and some of the solutions to this. Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 1:25 What Is the...
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Lifestyle Interventions in Mental Illness | Dr. Kelly Aschbrenner | 63
In this video, Dr. Kelly Aschbrenner & I discuss the mortality gap scandal, effective interventions to treat physical health disparities in serious mental illness, the foundations of implementation science and much more... 0:00 Show Intro 1:52 The Mortality Gap Scandal 12:20 Stigma in the...
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Science of Enjoying Exercise | Prof. Ryan Rhodes | 62
In this episode, we discuss the importance of enjoying your exercise, variables to change to make exercise more enjoyable and the intention-behaviour gap in exercise. Ryan Rhodes is a Professor of Exercise Science and Director of the Behavioural Medicine Lab at the University of Victoria. He has...
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Making Sustained Behaviour Change | Dr. Dom Kwasnicka | 61
In this episode, we discuss effective strategies to form healthy habits, how to use coping plans, the 'windows of opportunity' to make health behaviours stick and how healthcare practitioners can change their own habits. Dr. Dominika Kwasnicka is a Behavioural Scientist and Principal Research...
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Lifestyle Risk Behaviours in Adolescence | Dr. Katrina Champion | 60
In this episode, we discuss the Big 6 lifestyle risk behaviours in adolescence. We cover the alarming rates of poor lifestyle behaviours that adolescents are engaging in, the consequences of these on mental and physical health, and what can be done to change these behaviours. Dr. Katrina Champion...
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Physical Health Disparities in Mental Illness | Dr. Rob Stanton | 59
In this video, we discuss the mortality gap scandal where people with severe mental illness die 8-30 years earlier than the general population. We explore the underlying reasons behind this and what can be done to ameliorate this public health dilemma. Dr. Rob Stanton is an Associate Professor at...
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How The Mediterranean Diet Improves Mental Health (Short Clip)
Learn about how the Mediterranean Diet can help your mental health, what the key ingredients of this diet are and how to make changes in your own lifestyle. The Mediterranean Diet has the most evidence supporting its use in reducing depressive symptoms, with several clinical trials showing its...
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Exercise for Mental Health: The Evidence | 58
Exercise For Mental Health: The Evidence | 58 In this Solocast, we dive into the evidence for whether exercise can actually improve mental health. It's something we all feel, but what does the science and evidence say? Welcome to the Mental Wellbeing College, where we explore the evidence for...
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Lifestyle Behaviours in Healthcare | Dr. Chris Keyworth | 57
In this video, we discuss the current prescription practices of healthcare practitioners (e.g. doctors, psychologists, nurses) regarding lifestyle behaviours such as exercise. We explore why many healthcare practitioners are not having these important conversations and strategies to overcome…
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Exercise & The Ageing Brain | Prof. Art Kramer | 56
In this episode, learn about the effects of exercise on brain structure, how exercise improves cognitive function, whether exercise can help prevent Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases and much, much more... Art Kramer is a Professor Psychology and the Director of the Centre for Cognitive and...
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Exercise & Cognitive Function | Prof. Terry McMorris | 55
Learn about the neuromodulators that affect our brain when we exercise, the effects of exercise on cognitive function, how to use exercise to enhance learning and memory, and much much more... Terry McMorris is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Chichester and a Visiting Professor at the...
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Affect & Enjoyment in Exercise | Prof. Diogo S Teixeira | 54
Learn about the science behind affect in exercise and why this is a crucial factor to consider in your exercise routine and habits. Professor Diogo S Teixeria is a Professor and Researcher at Universidade Lusofona in the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport. Diogo is also an Exercise...
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Effects of Yoga on Cognition & the Brain | Dr. Neha Gothe | 53
In this episode, we dive into the evidence of Yoga on Cognitive Function, Brain Structure and Brain Function and Connectivity. We discuss the benefits of Yoga for mental and cognitive health to communities without access to traditional Western treatments, the specific cognitive functions that…
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Evidence for Nutrition on Mental Health | Dr. Lais Bhering Martins | 52
Discover the powerful, growing evidence base between diet and mental health (nutritional psychiatry). We explore the benefits of the Mediterranean diet for Depression, the evidence for supplements and mental health, why inflammation, the gut microbiome and neurogenesis may be key mechanisms...
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Neuroscience of the Exercise Effect on Mental Health | Prof Henning Budde | 51
In this video, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neuroscience to explore the powerful effects that exercise has on mental health. We explore the endorphin theory of exercise, why exercise has an antidepressant effect, the role of neurotrophins in exercise, how exercise can normalise the...
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Exercise for Depression: The Evidence | Prof Felipe Schuch | 50
Learn about the quality of evidence for exercise in treating depression, the "best" types and intensities for the antidepressant effect of exercise, how exercise compares to medication and therapy, how health practitioners can utilise exercise for their patients and much more... Chapters 0:00…
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Lifestyle Psychiatry & Yoga for Mental Health | Dr. Vanika Chawla | 49
This episode explores lifestyle psychiatry, a holistic approach incorporating daily, accessible behaviours such as diet and physical activity to improve mental health. We take a deep look at a particular pillar of lifestyle psychiatry, mind-body practices, with a special focus on Yoga and its...
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Mental Health Inequities | Prof. Leo Cabassa | 48
We dive deep into the concerning reality of physical health for those struggling with mental illness. We explore the shocking reality of the mortality gap, where individuals with severe mental illnesses face a life expectancy 10-20 years shorter than the general population, and the inequities...
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Achievement Goals- Performance & Wellbeing | Dr. Martin Daumiller | 47
In this episode, we discuss the importance of Achievement Goals, including Performance & Mastery Goals, for performance and wellbeing. We explore the different types of Achievement Goals, the role of schools and universities on goals, how competitive environments can increase pressure for...
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Exercise & Mental Health: Panic Disorder, Anxiety & Adherence | Prof. Pat O'Connor | 46
In this episode, we will be sharing how exercise psychology research has evolved, the mechanisms for the mood-enhancing and anxiolytic effects of exercise, how to make exercise sustainable for you, the Endorphin Theory and much more... Pat O'Connor is and has been a Professor in the Department of...
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Exercise for Anxiety & Mood | Prof. Steve Petruzzello | 45
Learn about the evidence for Exercise for anxiety management and anxiety disorders, why the Endorphin Hypothesis needs reconsidering, the relationship between affect and exercise intensity (The Affective Rebound), why universities and colleges aren't teaching exercise as an intervention, the best...
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Stress Reappraisal | Dr. Emily Hangen | 44
Learn about the evidence-based techniques and tools of Stress Reappraisal. We delve into how changing your perception of your stress response can lead to better performance in settings like exams and public-speaking, can change your physiology and can positively impact those around you. Dr. Emily...
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Exercise for Severe Mental Illness | Dr. Oscar Lederman | 43
Discover the unsettling truth behind the reduced life expectancy for those with severe mental illness. We delve into how exercise can help manage the health inequities and lifestyle risk factors individuals with severe mental illness face in relation to physical well-being. We discuss how and…
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Enhancing Workplace Wellbeing | Dr. Tomas Jungert | 42
Welcome to The Mental Wellbeing College! In this episode, we dive into the concept of workplace wellbeing and share valuable strategies to enhance work satisfaction and fulfilment. Discover effective ways to boost employee satisfaction and create a positive work environment for your employees and...
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Need Crafting in Adolescence | Dr. Nele Laporte | 41
🌟 Welcome to The Mental Wellbeing College! 🌈 In this episode, join Dr. Nele Laporte & I as we discuss balancing autonomy and structure as the parent of a teenager, how adolescents can proactively satisfy their own needs, the importance of self-awareness in developing your identity and much...
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Athlete Mental Health | Prof. Kristoffer Henriksen | 40
🌟 Welcome to The Mental Wellbeing College! 🌈 In this episode, join Prof Kristoffer Henriksen & I as we discuss why & how different athletes respond differently to pressure, the benefits of ACT and Mindfulness in elite sport, why influential and affluent athletes are not immune to mental health...
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Dementia & The Carer Experience | Dr. Nuriye Kupeli | 39
🌟 Welcome to The Mental Wellbeing College! 🌈 In this meaningful episode, join Dr. Nuriye Kupeli & I as we discuss the role of Palliative care for people living with Dementia, the Sandwich Carer’s experience, The Long Goodbye, hospital care for people living with Dementia and much more… 0:00…
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Childhood Adversity & Student Mental Health | Dr. Margaret McLafferty | 38
Dr. Margaret McLafferty on toxic stress, the most important buffer of childhood adversity, why college students aren’t reaching out for support, solutions to the college mental health crisis and much more… Dr. Margaret McLafferty is a Research Fellow at Ulster University and Atlantic…
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Mindfulness Masterclass | 37
A masterclass from 5 leading Professors and Assistant Professors in Psychology on all things mindfulness. This episode is based on 4 key questions on mindfulness from 5 past episodes. What is mindfulness? What are the mental health benefits of mindfulness? How can I practise mindfulness beyond...
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The 3 Psychological Needs | Solocast | 36
In this Solocast, we discuss what the 3 basic psychological needs are, the importance of 'The Weekend Effect', how you can improve your sense of autonomy, how to implement Unconditional Positive Regard in your relationships and much more... Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 1:19 The 3 Basic Psychological...
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Purpose & Health | Dr. Gabrielle Pfund | 35
Dr. Gabrielle Pfund on strategies for cultivating purpose in your life, the stress-buffer effect of purpose, the relationship between purpose and physical health, the 3 paths to finding purpose and much more… Dr. Gabrielle Pfund is a Postdoctoral Researcher in all things purpose in life....
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AI in Therapy | Dr. Tim Althoff | 34
Dr. Tim Althoff on how AI could change therapy, the global need for AI interventions, the risks we need to consider, interventions that are already helping in mental health, whether AI will replace therapists, Human-AI collaboration and much, much more… Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 1:52 Tim’s journey...
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Growth Mindsets for Anxiety | Prof. Jeni L Burnette | 33
Professor Jeni L Burnette on how to increase your growth mindset for mental health, the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities, how a fixed mindset for anxiety can hold you back and much more... Jeni is a professor in the department of Psychology at North Carolina State University. Her...
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Psychology of Passion | Dr. Ben Schellenberg | 32
Dr. Ben Schellenberg on the two roads of passion, why not all passion is created equal, how to cultivate passion in your life, when passion becomes obsession and much more... Dr. Ben Schellenberg is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management at the University…
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What Does It Mean To Be Mentally Healthy? | Dr. Phil Jefferies | 31
Dr. Phil Jefferies on why being mentally healthy is more than just not having a mental illness, the benefits of negative emotions like anxiety, whether we are overdiagnosing normal human struggles, how we can teach mental health skills to young people and much more… Dr. Phil Jefferies is a...
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9 Happiness Myths & Tenets | Professor Ruut Veenhoven | 30
Emeritus Professor Ruut Veenhoven on how much of our happiness is genetic, what we can do to improve our happiness, whether richer nations are happier nations, why Scandinavian nations consistently rank as the happiest, and much more... Professor Veenhoven is an Emeritus Professor at the Erasmus...
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Motivation & Wellbeing at Work | Prof. Anja Olafsen | 29
Professor Anja Olafsen on how to improve your motivation for work, how your salary and bonuses affect your motivation and wellbeing, the best management and leadership styles, following your passion and much more... Anja Olafsen is a Professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway and at the...
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Mental Health at University | Dr. Chris Blackmore | 28
Dr. Chris Blackmore on the mental health challenges university students face, what strategies and solutions they have to use, what universities can do to change the student mental health experience for the better and more… Dr. Chris Blackmore is a Senior University Teacher at the University of...
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Self-Actualisation and Introspection | Dr. Mark Fabian | 27
Dr. Mark Fabian on the importance of introspection, the Ideal, Ought and Actual Selves, our basic psychological needs and much, much more… Dr. Mark Fabian is an Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the University of Warwick. Mark has held research and teaching positions at the Bennett…
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Building Resilience | Dr. Philip Jefferies | 26
Dr. Phillip Jefferies on the importance of social and cultural factors in resilience, why the traditional view of resilience places too much pressure on the individual, practical strategies to improve your own resilience, and much more… Dr. Phillip Jefferies is a Psychologist and Research Fellow…
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The Therapeutic Relationship | Dr. Lauren Lipner | 25
Dr. Lauren Lipner on the therapeutic alliance (relationship), tips to find the right therapist for you, what to do if you feel uncomfortable with your therapist, how therapists can build a stronger alliance with their patients and much more... Dr. Lauren Lipner is an Assistant Professor in the...
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Making and Breaking Habits | Dr. Pippa Lally | 24
Dr. Pippa Lally on how to build healthy habits, strategies to break your bad habits, how to optimise motivation and rewards to change your habitual behaviours and much more... Dr. Pippa Lally is a Senior Lecturer in the Deparment of Psychology at the University of Surrey and is Co-Director of the...
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Each episode is a deep-dive into the evidence of different mental wellbeing practices. We discuss this with researchers and practitioners themselves. We tease apart the research for you in an applicable way so you can implement strategies and tools to improve your own wellbeing.
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Indi Dissanayake
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