Active Minds: Recent Episodes
NU Fairview Psychology Society
Times are tough, especially when in your board exam state. Here in this episode, we talk about the journey of most-but-not-all board exam takers. The question of "how do we really survive from it?" stands strong, but worry not! because Active Minds is here with a guest to give you some of the shortcuts and some life lessons to carry on your next board exam.
Meet Sir Ken Drexel Cadano, a recent board exam passer of Registered Psychometricians 2023. He is currently an instructor/professor at NU Fairview. Lastly, Sir Ken finished his bachelor's degree in Psychology in NU Manila and now finishing his master's degree in Clinical Psychology at PUP Manila. His research interests are in the field of family functioning and positive psychology.
In this episode, we delve into the world of internet with the famous and always used term that we all know—memes. Aside from that, we also open the discourse on the commonly misused slangs that are in fact serious disorders but are considered stereotypical jokes and jargons in our current society.
Here we meet Psychology Sh*posting, a popular memepage that spreads their funny antiques and psychology-related memes, which are not only witty, but also on the side of educational on Facebook.
Ever wondered what it's like dating in the 21st century? What's the association of mental health with break ups and such? Well here in this episode, we chill and talk with our well-informed guest about the dating culture among Filipino youth and how it affects our mental well-being.
Meet TPC, a famous content creator, podcaster, author, and musician ng onti with a whopping 625k followers on Facebook. His page is used as a platform for him to share his thoughts, opinions about the society we're living in—especially in today's generation where social media acts like the oxygen for many (we can't live without it). Enough said, taraa let's tune in!
In our next episode, we invite yet another guest that is VERY INFLUENTIAL in NU Fairview!
Meet Joseph Porras, or as what we all know, "Kuya Porsie". He is a 4th year BS in Psychology student at NU Fairview and have been a proactive student leader throughout his college years. Here we talk about his academics, co-curriculars, volunteering, and love life whilst juggling the life as a student and a leader 24/7.
The new and revamped Active Minds with all new "kwentuhans" about the stories and importance of mental health.
In this episode, Kyla talks about the act of "Ghosting", specifically, what's it all about, is it a trend? A common thing that people do nowadays? And more importantly, the ghoster and the ghosted persona!
Tips and advice on being a student leader, balancing academics with leisure, and of course, how to deal with personal struggles and experiences, all from fellow Nationalian, Elijah Tanqueco!
Back to School vibes has officially kicked in! Be sure to listen to Alek Landrito's shared experiences on the Online Learning platforms amidst the pandemic.
The basics of Psychology, the importance of mental illnesses, and breaking away from stigmas.