Perfectionism and Achievement Hunting
Oscar Ryley explores the world of achievement hunting, and how it relates to the perfectionism that underlies the tendency.
psychology
Players Think, Designers Play
You think you are playing a game, but what if the game is actually playing you? Take Snakes and Ladders, for example. You roll the dice, move accordingly, and react…
Video game nostalgia: what makes it unique?
Sofía Davies-Jurado explores why the medium of video games creates such powerful nostalgia
The psychology of fashion
Ann Joseph explores the impact clothing choices can have on our behaviour, self-esteem and mental wellbeing.
The halo effect in Eliza Clark’s ‘Boy Parts’
In this article, Kirsten discusses the psychological term 'the halo effect' in relation to Eliza Clark's debut novel 'Boy Parts.'
The modern world: how the brain adapts
The human brain is one of the most complex entities in the entire universe, with so much still unknown. One fascinating area of psychological and neuroscientific research is the evolution…
Hippocampus atrophy in Alzheimer’s disease
The hippocampus is an area of the brain responsible for learning and memory formation. Recent research has revealed that a reduction in hippocampal size is linked to cognitive decline risk…
Mazzy Star: what is so endearing about notoriously sad music?
Jade Barnes provides a commentary on why sad music, and specifically Mazzy Star's music, is so captivating for modern day listeners.
Neuroscience: the impact of social media on the brain
Excessive screen-time is a common occurrence in our digital world, but what are the effects on the brain? How does it alter mental health and wellbeing? Recent studies shed a…