Why do some people seem to move from relationship to relationship with barely any time in between, and why does being single feel almost impossible for them? In this bonus episode, we’re diving into the psychology behind relationship hopping (aka serial monogamy) and what’s really happening when someone craves commitment quickly, struggles with time alone, or keeps repeating the same cycle with different partners.

We explore:
•        The role of attachment in serial monogamy
•        Why artificial closeness is so appealing
•        The pull of the infatuation cycle
•        The brain chemistry of love, reward and attachment
•        What this pattern can teach us about self-growth
 
Happy listening!

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Why do some people seem to move from relationship to relationship with barely any time in between, and why does being single feel almost impossible for them? In this bonus episode, we&rsquo;re diving into the psychology behind relationship hopping (aka serial monogamy) and what&rsquo;s really happening when someone craves commitment quickly, struggles with time alone, or keeps repeating the same cycle with different partners.
We explore: &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The role of attachment in serial monogamy &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Why artificial closeness is so appealing &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The pull of the infatuation cycle &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The brain chemistry of love, reward and attachment &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;What this pattern can teach us about self-growth &nbsp; Happy listening!
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
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For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
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475. Why some people can't stay single 

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Content note: This episode includes discussions of exercise, dieting, weight loss and body image.

How do you learn to love exercise when it has always felt like punishment? In today’s more personal episode, I’m sharing how I completely changed my relationship with movement over the past three years, from barely moving to running half marathons and genuinely enjoying the gym.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We discuss:
Why enjoyment became more important than discipline
Starting slowly and letting yourself stop
How I focused on progress that wasn't attached to my appearance
Removing comparison from your fitness journey
My running tips 
Why taking a break doesn’t mean having to start all over again

Happy listening!

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Content note: This episode includes discussions of exercise, dieting, weight loss and body image.
How do you learn to love exercise when it has always felt like punishment? In today&rsquo;s more personal episode, I&rsquo;m sharing how I completely changed my relationship with movement over the past three years, from barely moving to running half marathons and genuinely enjoying the gym.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We discuss:
<ul>
<li>Why enjoyment became more important than discipline</li>
<li>Starting slowly and letting yourself stop</li>
<li>How I focused on progress that wasn't attached to my appearance</li>
<li>Removing comparison from your fitness journey</li>
<li>My running tips&nbsp;</li>
<li>Why taking a break doesn&rsquo;t mean having to start all over again</li>
</ul>
Happy listening!
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The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

474. How I transformed my relationship with exercise

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Why does dancing in a crowd feel so good? What is the emotional allure of the dance floor, the club scene, the music? Today, we’re exploring the psychology of clubbing, from the physiological rush of a beat drop to the role it plays in making the most of our 20s.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We discuss:
How music and dance influence our mood
Collective effervescence: the feeling of being part of something bigger
Why clubs feel freeing for some and overwhelming for others
Alcohol, inhibition and “hangxiety”
Clubbing as a coming-of-age ritual
FOMO, nostalgia and why our relationship with nightlife changes

Happy listening!

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The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Why does dancing in a crowd feel so good? What is the emotional allure of the dance floor, the club scene, the music? Today, we&rsquo;re exploring the psychology of clubbing, from the physiological rush of a beat drop to the role it plays in making the most of our 20s.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We discuss:
<ul>
<li>How music and dance influence our mood</li>
<li>Collective effervescence: the feeling of being part of something bigger</li>
<li>Why clubs feel freeing for some and overwhelming for others</li>
<li>Alcohol, inhibition and &ldquo;hangxiety&rdquo;</li>
<li>Clubbing as a coming-of-age ritual</li>
<li>FOMO, nostalgia and why our relationship with nightlife changes</li>
</ul>
Happy listening!
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
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The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

473. The psychology of clubbing 

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Is a 'spark' all that it takes to be compatible in the long-term? What about sharing the same interests, personality or sense of humour? Or is it something more deep and intangible? In today’s episode, we explore what ACTUALLY makes two people right for each other, and why the things that draw us together aren’t always the things that keep us together.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We discuss:


Chemistry versus long-term compatibility


Why shared values matter more than shared hobbies


The importance of feeling understood, appreciated and responded to (i.e the Gottman's theory of responsiveness)


How the belief in soulmates can shape your relationship


The Four Horsemen that erode connection


What an argument can reveal about your future together

Whether you’re dating someone new or reflecting on a long-term relationship, this episode explores what it means to build a love that lasts, through change, conflict and the thousands of little choices we make along the way.

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For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Is a 'spark' all that it takes to be compatible in the long-term? What about sharing the same interests, personality or sense of humour? Or is it something more deep and intangible? In today&rsquo;s episode, we explore what ACTUALLY makes two people right for each other, and why the things that draw us together aren&rsquo;t always the things that keep us together.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We discuss:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
Chemistry versus long-term compatibility
</li>
<li>
Why shared values matter more than shared hobbies
</li>
<li>
The importance of feeling understood, appreciated and responded to (i.e the Gottman's theory of responsiveness)
</li>
<li>
How the belief in soulmates can shape your relationship
</li>
<li>
The Four Horsemen that erode connection
</li>
<li>
What an argument can reveal about your future together
</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re dating someone new or reflecting on a long-term relationship, this episode explores what it means to build a love that lasts, through change, conflict and the thousands of little choices we make along the way.
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

472. What ACTUALLY makes people compatible? 

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Why is there so much pressure for your wedding to be the best day of your life? And what happens when that pressure gets in the way of actually enjoying it? Today, we’re unpacking the psychology of weddings: the expectations, money, family dynamics and friendship tensions that come with saying “I do”.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We explore:


Why the “perfect wedding” can leave us feeling disappointed


How weddings became such extravagant events


Social media, comparison and the pressure to spend more


The surprising relationship between wedding spending and divorce


Why weddings can expose cracks in our friendships


The psychology of elopements ...

Whether you’re planning a wedding, attending your sixth this year or wondering whether to skip the whole thing, let’s talk about keeping the celebration from overshadowing the relationship.

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For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Why is there so much pressure for your wedding to be the best day of your life? And what happens when that pressure gets in the way of actually enjoying it?&nbsp;Today, we&rsquo;re unpacking the psychology of weddings: the expectations, money, family dynamics and friendship tensions that come with saying &ldquo;I do&rdquo;.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We explore:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
Why the &ldquo;perfect wedding&rdquo; can leave us feeling disappointed
</li>
<li>
How weddings became such extravagant events
</li>
<li>
Social media, comparison and the pressure to spend more
</li>
<li>
The surprising relationship between wedding spending and divorce
</li>
<li>
Why weddings can expose cracks in our friendships
</li>
<li>
The psychology of elopements ...
</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re planning a wedding, attending your sixth this year or wondering whether to skip the whole thing, let&rsquo;s talk about keeping the celebration from overshadowing the relationship.
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
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Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

471. The psychology of weddings 

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Do you really have a love language? And does learning your partner’s actually make your relationship better? In this bonus episode of our debunking psychology series, we unpack the truth behind one of the most popular ideas in modern dating. We explore:


Where the five love languages came from and their religious roots


The controversial advice in Gary Chapman’s original book


What the research actually says about love languages and relationship satisfaction


Why lasting love might need a “balanced diet” of affection


Partner responsiveness and what it means to feel understood, valued and cared for

Find all episodes of DEBUNKING PSYCHOLOGY: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Do you really have a love language? And does learning your partner&rsquo;s actually make your relationship better? In this bonus episode of our debunking psychology series, we unpack the truth behind one of the most popular ideas in modern dating. We explore:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
Where the five love languages came from and their religious roots
</li>
<li>
The controversial advice in Gary Chapman&rsquo;s original book
</li>
<li>
What the research actually says about love languages and relationship satisfaction
</li>
<li>
Why lasting love might need a &ldquo;balanced diet&rdquo; of affection
</li>
<li>
Partner responsiveness and what it means to feel understood, valued and cared for
</li>
</ul>
Find all episodes of DEBUNKING PSYCHOLOGY: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3v4MCVBZ2itiJweLFzKVmO?si=b4677b78b7954bf5">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
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Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a> The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

470. Are the love languages a big myth?

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We blush, we look away, we replay the moment for hours (or years) after it happened, becoming convinced that everyone noticed far more than they probably did. Embarrassment is an interesting and complex emotion, but it can help us recognise social expectations and communicate how our behaviour affects others.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We explore:
•        When we first develop the capacity to feel embarrassed
•        Why we blush and the role of embarrassment in trust
•        Why some of us feel embarrassment more than others
•        The role of rumination 
•        The psychological and social role of embarrassment 
•        How we can form a better relationship with it

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For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

Our favourite sources:

https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fa0025403

https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/european-psychiatry/article/not-intended-still-embarrassed-social-anxiety-is-related-to-increased-levels-of-embarrassment-in-response-to-unintentional-social-norm-violations/F4143AB3B88D41FB18F9962696A77151

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/desc.70024 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

We blush, we look away, we replay the moment for hours (or years) after it happened, becoming convinced that everyone noticed far more than they probably did. Embarrassment is an interesting and complex emotion, but it can help us recognise social expectations and communicate how our behaviour affects others.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We explore: &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;When we first develop the capacity to feel embarrassed &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Why we blush and the role of embarrassment in trust &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Why some of us feel embarrassment more than others &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The role of rumination&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The psychological and social role of embarrassment&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;How we can form a better relationship with it
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
Our favourite sources:
<a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fa0025403">https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fa0025403</a>
<a href="https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/european-psychiatry/article/not-intended-still-embarrassed-social-anxiety-is-related-to-increased-levels-of-embarrassment-in-response-to-unintentional-social-norm-violations/F4143AB3B88D41FB18F9962696A77151">https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/european-psychiatry/article/not-intended-still-embarrassed-social-anxiety-is-related-to-increased-levels-of-embarrassment-in-response-to-unintentional-social-norm-violations/F4143AB3B88D41FB18F9962696A77151</a>
<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/desc.70024">https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/desc.70024</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

469. The psychology of embarrassment

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Brain fog is so much more than just feeling tired. It's that frustrating feeling of knowing what you want to say or do, but your brain simply won't cooperate. And whilst it's incredibly common, we're only just beginning to understand what actually causes it.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

In today's episode, we're breaking down the fascinating new research behind brain fog, including:


The three main causes of brain fog, from physical depletion to cognitive overload and neurological disruption


Why chronic stress, anxiety and mental load can leave your brain feeling exhausted


The surprising links between brain fog, inflammation, long COVID and gut health


Why women may be more susceptible to brain fog


The science of sleep, nutrition and the brain's natural cleaning system


What actually helps clear brain fog, beyond just drinking more water and getting more rest

Extra links: 

Brain fog and trauma: HERE

Brain fog and ADHD: HERE

Brain fog and food: HERE

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Brain fog is so much more than just feeling tired. It's that frustrating feeling of knowing what you want to say or do, but your brain simply won't cooperate. And whilst it's incredibly common, we're only just beginning to understand what actually causes it.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
In today's episode, we're breaking down the fascinating new research behind brain fog, including:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
The three main causes of brain fog, from physical depletion to cognitive overload and neurological disruption
</li>
<li>
Why chronic stress, anxiety and mental load can leave your brain feeling exhausted
</li>
<li>
The surprising links between brain fog, inflammation, long COVID and gut health
</li>
<li>
Why women may be more susceptible to brain fog
</li>
<li>
The science of sleep, nutrition and the brain's natural cleaning system
</li>
<li>
What actually helps clear brain fog, beyond just drinking more water and getting more rest
</li>
</ul>
Extra links:&nbsp;
Brain fog and trauma: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5b6iqJLaaf6EF9PL5smTGg?si=97e8dca19bc547e7">HERE</a>
Brain fog and ADHD: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0uUql8R4jrh3wIAtcUXO1b?si=5ae070c902bc4e61">HERE</a>
Brain fog and food: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XbO4j44dBta1a5h2be952?si=197197df56ba4e8d">HERE</a>
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

468. The psychology of brain fog

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Does the taxi cab theory actually explain why some people suddenly become ready to settle down, or is it just another dating myth?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the psychology behind the infamous, Sex and The City taxi cab theory and asking whether timing really can determine who we end up with. We explore commitment readiness, the social clock, why our relationship priorities change as we age, and the painful psychology of watching someone give their next partner everything they refused to give you.

Watch on Netflix: HERE

We discuss:

• The psychology behind the taxi cab theory
• Why someone can suddenly become “ready” for commitment
• The foster girlfriend phenomenon
• Why timing matters, but compatibility matters more
• How to tell when someone is genuinely serious about you
• Why waiting for someone’s “light to switch on” can keep you stuck

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Does the taxi cab theory actually explain why some people suddenly become ready to settle down, or is it just another dating myth?
In this episode, we&rsquo;re breaking down the psychology behind the infamous, Sex and The City taxi cab theory and asking whether timing really can determine who we end up with. We explore commitment readiness, the social clock, why our relationship priorities change as we age, and the painful psychology of watching someone give their next partner everything they refused to give you.
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
We discuss:
&bull; The psychology behind the taxi cab theory &bull; Why someone can suddenly become &ldquo;ready&rdquo; for commitment &bull; The foster girlfriend phenomenon &bull; Why timing matters, but compatibility matters more &bull; How to tell when someone is genuinely serious about you &bull; Why waiting for someone&rsquo;s &ldquo;light to switch on&rdquo; can keep you stuck
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

467. The psychology of the cab theory 

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In this bonus episode, we’re looking at the placebo effect - what it is, how it became an important part of medical research, and why an inactive treatment can sometimes produce genuine changes how we feel, and what this tells us about the relationship between the brain, body and experience of receiving care.

The FULL Debunking Psychology playlist: HERE 

We explore:
•        How placebos became an important part of scientific research
•        Some of the earliest placebo experiments
•        Why our expectations can change the way we experience symptoms
•        Whether the placebo effect produces real, biological changes
•        Why the ritual of receiving care may itself influence how we feel
•        Whether placebo effects represent genuine, lasting change

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

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Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

In this bonus episode, we&rsquo;re looking at the placebo effect - what it is, how it became an important part of medical research, and why an inactive treatment can sometimes produce genuine changes how we feel, and what this tells us about the relationship between the brain, body and experience of receiving care.
The FULL Debunking Psychology playlist: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3v4MCVBZ2itiJweLFzKVmO?si=fbf8cb5740f14b68">HERE&nbsp;</a>
We explore: &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;How placebos became an important part of scientific research &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Some of the earliest placebo experiments &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Why our expectations can change the way we experience symptoms &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Whether the placebo effect produces real, biological changes &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Why the ritual of receiving care may itself influence how we feel &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Whether placebo effects represent genuine, lasting change
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465.  The psychology of the placebo effect

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A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Hosted by Jemma Sbeg, each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now. 

Watch on Netflix: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Hosted by Jemma Sbeg, each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now.&nbsp;
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;

The Psychology of your 20s

A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now. 

Watch on Netflix: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now.&nbsp;
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;

The Psychology of your 20s

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