Leiden Psychology Podcast

When we think of ageism, we often think of discrimination against older adults. However, ageism occurs across the entire lifespan; in the tech world, for example, being "old" can start as early as 35....

26 Feb 34min

Bubble baths and face masks: that’s what we often see on social media when discussing self-love. However, is this a true reflection of what self-love and self-care entail? In this episode, psychothera...

15 Sep 202535min

What do you do if you suspect someone around you is struggling with suicidal thoughts but aren’t sure how to bring it up? And how can we support loved ones who’ve experienced trauma? In this episode, ...

28 Jan 202528min

Eating fewer carbs, moderate amounts of protein, and more fats — welcome to the ketogenic diet! While a ketogenic diet can have various effects on body and mind, did you know there are various types o...

9 Sep 202429min

High sensitivity, or sensory processing sensitivity, is increasingly discussed in popular media, but what does it actually mean to be highly sensitive? In this episode, Véronique de Gucht, associate p...

9 Jul 202435min

Imagine walking through a forest, when suddenly smell very familiar scent — it's the smell of a flower your grandmother used to grow in her graden! Instantly, memories flood back.. Sound familiar? The...

23 Mai 202433min

English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we have the pleasure of welcoming Sepideh Saadat, a lecturer at Leiden University and a practicing clinical psychologist, as our guest...

8 Feb 202427min

English spoken – In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we are excited to introduce our new hosts! Get to know them better with a Q&A session, where they share insights, interests, and what ...

31 Okt 20234min