BLUEMIND
Wellbeing and mental health benfits of diving.
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Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do
Wallace J. Nichols (2014) A wonderful book describing our relationship with water, in all it’s forms and the effect this has on our (blue) minds. A relaxing read, yet grounded in solid research in science and the arts. Neuroscience is… Continue reading
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What can psychology do for divers?
Like any extreme environment, being underwater has a profound effect on how we behave and think. Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour, often described as both an art and a science, it provides insights into why we… Continue reading
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Diving to heal
As a psychologist I understand post-traumatic stress as something that affects the body and mind; the mental, emotional and physical all wrapped up together. An analogy I often use to explain this when I work with people experiences the after… Continue reading
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