dive psychology
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Fit Enough to Dive: New logo, why it had to change and surface stuff!
There was always a problem with the Fit To Dive logo. When I set up the company in December 2020, I did it quickly. The idea had been in my mind for a long time: scuba divers want to be… Continue reading
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Why Is Clearing a Scuba Mask So Difficult? Uncover the Challenges and Solutions
Understanding Why Water Enters Your Scuba Mask One of the primary reasons water enters a scuba mask is due to improper fit. A mask that doesn’t form a proper seal against your face will allow water to seep in. This… Continue reading
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Scuba diving PTSD: how common is it, why does it matter and what may be done?
Experiencing some lingering distress , mental or emotional issues after a traumatic experience is relatively common. Mostly, the person heals and the problem resolves naturally. However, for a proportion of people this reaction may develop into psychological stress injury or… Continue reading
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Review of 2022
In December 2021 I asked: …is it okay if we talk about what happens when dives go wrong? Is that something you would talk about with your buddies, or instructors? The rest of the newsletter read: Diving Psychology can help scuba divers… Continue reading
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Presenting at the British Hyperbaric Association Annual Conference 2022
This month I was honored to be invited to the British Hyperbaric Association (BHA) annual meeting, and conference hosted by DDRC Healthcare (was Diving Diseases Research Centre). I was delighted to have the opportunity to talk about my work and share… Continue reading
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Turning teaching scuba divers inside out
The neutral buoyancy teaching debate focuses on how skills are introduced. Do you start your students off by kneeling on the floor of a pool and gradually work towards neutral skills? Would having them lie prone on the bottom be… Continue reading
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“If Only … “
Have you been affected by things other divers do? Or forget to do! Do you make mistakes when diving? I’d be very surprised if you said no. I know I’ve made plenty of mistakes as a diver, I don’t know… Continue reading
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The Dive Psychology Iceberg
It’s the beginning of a new year and a new decade. I’ve had the iceberg metaphor in mind since the end of December. Fueled by the excitement of what is there to explore and the frustration of communicating it sometimes.… Continue reading
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Why do I feel panicky when descending underwater?
You know that you want to go scuba diving, and put a lot of time and effort into getting ready for the dive. You were excited about getting back under the water and looking forward to what you might see.… Continue reading
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