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The Digital Partner: A Cure for Loneliness, or a Crisis of Connection?
People are falling in love with AI chatbots. We shouldn't judge them, but we should be critical of the product. We explore the psychology of AI partners and the real risk: the atrophy of our skills for messy, real-world human relationships.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Oct 296 min read


Beyond the Bruises: Why Criminalising Coercive Control is a Watershed Moment for Australian Psychology
The criminalisation of coercive control is a landmark legal shift. But what does it mean psychologically? We explore how coercive control works to dismantle a person's identity, the role of trauma bonding, and what this legal change means for Victoria and the rest of Australia.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Oct 209 min read


More Than Just Habits: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Treating OCD in Melbourne
OCD is more than just a quirk. It's a debilitating cycle of intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and rituals (compulsions). This guide explains the signs of OCD, the difference between its two parts, and a practical first step you can take today to regain control. Learn about ERP, the gold-standard therapy for treating OCD in Melbourne, and start your recovery.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Oct 154 min read


More Than Overeating: A Closer Look at Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and How to Get Help
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder, defined by recurrent episodes of bingeing with a sense of lost control, followed by intense guilt. This guide differentiates BED from overeating, explores the emotional drivers, and outlines how evidence-based therapies like CBT-E can help you break the cycle, manage urges, and find freedom.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Aug 14 min read


Breaking the Cycle: How to Find Effective Treatment for Bulimia Nervosa in Melbourne
Bulimia Nervosa is a serious eating disorder defined by a painful cycle of bingeing and purging, often shrouded in secrecy and shame. This guide explains how the cycle works, the signs to look out for, and the serious health risks. Learn about evidence-based treatment like CBT-E available in Melbourne that can help you break free, manage urges, and find lasting recovery.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Jul 64 min read


Understanding Anorexia Nervosa: A Guide to Signs, Health Risks, and Recovery in Melbourne
Anorexia Nervosa is a serious illness, not a lifestyle choice. This guide explores the behavioural, psychological, and physical signs to look out for. Learn about the critical health risks and the evidence-based treatment pathways available in Melbourne, including the role of the Medicare Eating Disorder Plan and therapies like CBT-E, to support the journey to full recovery.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Jun 294 min read
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