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💙 Targeted, relationship‑based support is improving outcomes for care experienced children and young people.
Flexible pathways, trusted adults, stronger engagement.
🔗 Read the case studies: https://ow.ly/B8MB50YycQk
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📢 ELC Leaders
Don’t miss our Autism & Inclusive Practice Resource!
It brings together group learning materials that support reflection and development of inclusive practice within your setting.
🔗 Find out more: education.gov.scot/resources/neurodiversity...
Quote reads: Health psychologists apply behavioural science to work alongside individuals families, communities and services to support sustainable changes that improve health and reduce inequality Heather Connolly Chair of the BPS Scottish Branch of the Division of Health Psychology. Photo of a elderly couple sitting on a bed in front of a bright window BPS logo Psychology Matters logo
How can health psychology help Scotland become a healthier nation?
For Heather Connolly, it’s about creating a prevention-focused system, shaping healthier environments, and tackling social & economic factors.
Because #PsychologyMatters: www.bps.org.uk/blog/health-...
Quote reads: The best route to easily accessible needs-led support, is to focus on early intervention and prevention so there is support throughout the community, not just in clinical settings. Dr Roman Raczka, BPS President. Photo of a therapy session. BPS logo
Interim report findings highlight rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism assessments.
Growing demand means early intervention and prevention is increasingly important, so people can access support when they need it.
#PsychologyMatters 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...
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Navigating the world of psychology careers?
Join our upcoming online Careers Drop-In, the perfect place to get your questions answered to give you clarity on the road ahead.
Register and submit your questions: www.bps.org.uk/event/bps-careers-drop-w...
Latest conversations in the committee group chat are all about the latest edition of ATP Today. Did you get yours yet? What's your favourite article?
#atptoday #theatp #committee
Only a few days to go until EFPTA 2026 Conference opens in Ljubljana!
It will be so exciting to meet colleagues in psychology education from many European countries, and beyond 😊
#PsychologyTeachingInSchools
#EFPTAljubljana2026
Find info on psychology teaching in Europe's schools - www.efpta.org
Heading to London for the Festival of Climate Education 💚
@ministryofeco.bsky.social @climatemajority.bsky.social @carolinelucas.bsky.social
Adolescent brains are wired to stay up late, making early school starts a struggle. 🧠💤
This #WorldSleepDay hear Dr Maria Gardani discuss:
✅ Why teens are "night owls"
✅ Sleep & mental health
✅ Impact on memory
Listen here: changingstatesofmind.libsyn.com/getting-a-go...
#psychologyintheclassroom
Take a look at the conference programme summary below - it's an excellent line-up of speakers and workshops!
If you haven't yet registered, this is the link: forms.gle/2M8LiBMXuW1g...
Apologies for the current problem with the website - it will be up and running again asap!
#TeachPsychology
Look out next Wednesday for our latest reports on wards and services in:
@nhsggc.bsky.social (1 report)
@nhslothian.bsky.social (1 report)
@nhsfife.bsky.social (1 report)
Former APS president Mahzarin Banaji asked ChatGPT to describe its implicit biases. Its answer steered her research in a whole new direction. #AI #ImplicitBias
Education policy-makers pls note:
"Children in Scotland begin formal schooling at age 5 —earlier than many countries. Yet research shows this does not confer long-term academic advantages...The so-called 'attainment gap' is a developmental gap."
#DevelopmentalPsychology
upstart.scot/a-lecturers-...
Scottish Government confirms commitment to continued funding for 2026/27 for work to end mental health stigma and discrimination in Scotland, and work towards the vision of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy
#EndMentalHealthStigma
#MentalHealthWellbeing
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Registration is officially OPEN for the ATP Conference, 9–11 July — and this year we’re heading to Winchester!
Explore the programme, venue details, and register as a delegate or exhibitor at: www.delegate-reg.co.uk/atp2026
Get signed up and let the countdown begin! #ATPconf26
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It's a lot at the moment, isn't it? You know, 'the world'. I think of Roxane Cohen Silver's work www.bps.org.uk/psychologist... - but can you suggest other psychologists, in research or practice, addressing 'world overwhelm'?
“Meet” Jessica LaPaglia and learn about how she teaches – including how she uses a lie detector demonstration in her Forensic and Legal Psychology class – in our latest “This is How I Teach” blog post: teachpsych.org/thisishowite...
STP’s Annual Conference on Teaching, seeks new members for the Steering Committee. Committee members serve 3-year terms. New members will begin their term this spring in preparation for ACT 2026 in St. Louis. For more info, visit: teachpsych.org/getinvolved
About 3% of Canadian women will experience disordered eating at some time. Treatment must address the underlying psychological issues that accompany the disorder, and a comprehensive approach that addresses weight, motivation, and involves the family is usually recommended.
#ThisIsPsychology
Europe needs to strengthen resilience by improving living and working conditions, and enhanced employment and social inclusion.
Discrimination of those with lived experience of mental health fuels exclusion and worsens well-being 🫂
Tackling discrimination can and will improve mental health across Europe
🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/europe-needs-to-act-hans...
Lots more very relevant policy-ready reports on the @centreformh.bsky.social website!
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Read the full blog on The Mental Elf 🌳🌤️🍄
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#ChildPoverty #YouthViolence #MentalHealth
“Gentle” doesn’t have to mean “no boundaries.” Associate Prof. Erin Gonzalez of explains how children with big emotions often need more structure, clear limits, and strategic attention – alongside warmth & empathy.
Blog: https://bit.ly/3N0sSct
Today we published nine new reports following visits to mental health services in Scotland.
Read more here: bit.ly/46dQdyo
The "digital childhood" is about to change. 🌐
The UK Govt has launched a major consultation on social media bans, AI chatbot risks, and overnight curfews.
Read more here: amhie.com/digital-well... 🦋
#EduSky #MentalHealth #OnlineSafety #UKEd
Ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary Elections in May 2026, our Policy Action Group has published a Policy Briefing for the next Scottish Parliament.
👉 Click here to read the Briefing: lnkd.in/duZ7xzqv
Calling all Parents/Carers
Did you know that our website has video resources, to help you support children or young people who may be experiencing online bullying?
Our video shares shares five things you should know about online bullying.
Watch at ➡️ https://ow.ly/7pmW50XnUw3
Looking for some guidance on how to spot signs a child or young person is experiencing online bullying?
Our 'Recognising online bullying' short film shares tips, from early support to behaviour changes.
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