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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.

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Only 1 in 3 people with neurological conditions report that their needs are being met.

That's why we're calling for a systematic change to allow them to thrive, not just survive.

Read the findings from the consensus statement: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-sup...

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“I often say I’m a doctor of hearts and minds”

This #BrainAwarenessWeek, hear from Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Ndidi Boakye about how she helps people with life-changing neurological conditions and brain injuries.

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NHS mental health spending in England to fall for third consecutive year, a bitter blow for those on waiting lists.

"Expanding and supporting the mental health workforce must be a priority for government." Dr Roman Raczka

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BPS responds to Schools White Paper | BPS The government has unveiled its Schools White Paper entitled "Every child achieving and thriving" which aims to support children in the SEND system.

The government has unveiled its Schools White Paper which aims to support children in the SEND system.

It aims to address the longstanding challenges with the SEND system, but raises questions about how new levels of support will operate in practice.

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Quote reads Educational Psychologist capacity must be matched to need, so that children and families can be assured of consistent high-quality support in their local area Dr Andrea Honess Division of Educational and Child Psychology Chair. Photo of someone helping a school child in a classroom. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

The Department for Education has announced a £26m investment into training more educational psychologists.

But, our @bps-decp.bsky.social Chair says the early findings from our forthcoming research suggest that more investment will be needed.

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How does an NHS organisation use psychology to deliver effective services to the public?

Introducing a new #PsychologyMatters behind-the-scenes series on how psychology powers Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board services, shapes care & supports its communities.

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Quote reads - We must look at this through a strictly clinical lens to get an evidence based understanding of what we know, what we don’t know, and what these patterns tell us about our mental health system, autism and ADHD services. Wes Streeting Health and Social Care Secretary. Photo of The Houses of Parliament across The Thames. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

Wes Streeting has launched an independent review into rising demand for mental health, ADHD & autism services in England.

Let's ensure the voice of psychology is heard. #PsychologyMatters

Members, please share your evidence to contribute to the review 👉 forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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People waiting for an ADHD assessment deserve timely support.

New Centre for Health and the Public Interest figures highlight the need to expand the workforce, regulate private clinics & ensure timely care that's consistent with guidance.

Because #PsychologyMatters: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...

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Joanna Stanbridge and James Wood delivering their inspiring and timely workshop on Bringing radical calm to the eye of the storm: A framework for collegiate progress in an era of polarisation.

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Dr Helena Bunn on the pragmatic, financial and equity imperatives of early intervention.

“Prevention isn’t a luxury, it’s the only affordable option that is also ethical”

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💡Buckle up for two days of amazing psychology and celebrating the phenomenal contribution of our small but mighty profession in challenging inequity.

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Psychology Matters: The role of nature in tackling loneliness | BPS There’s growing evidence that access to green spaces could provide a remedy for growing levels of loneliness in our society, says George Murrell.

Proud to share the first #PsychologyMatters blog post from @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social !
PhD student George Murrell explores how connecting with nature can help tackle loneliness.
🌱 Read the full post here: www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...

"When I was released from my football academy, it felt isolating."

Bishop’s Stortford football player, Saleem Akanbi backs our call for psychological support for released academy footballers.

"No young player should have to experience being released alone."

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The 250 new neighbourhood health centres announced in the #Budget2025 could improve health inequalities.

But #PsychologyMatters. With a psychological approach embedded from the start, centres could help people access support early, before they reach crisis point.

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Psychology changes lives. 💜

Our new film shares powerful stories from psychologists making a difference.

It’s the first in our #PsychologyMatters series, celebrating the real-world impact of psychology & the people behind it.

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"Behind every person is a story and a life."

Forensic psychologist Geraldine O'Hare shares why "psychology was a very natural choice of career" for her.

"A wonderful, worthwhile and most rewarding career awaits." 👟 www.bps.org.uk/blog/psychol...

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Quote reads If you go down a particular rabbit hole on social media, the algorithms often feed you more extreme versions of these new realities. Young people can then get such a distorted sense of what it means to be a young man Professor Vivian Hill BPS Division of Educational and Child Psychology. Photo of a dad with his arm around his son, both smiling Psychology Matters and BPS logos.

"As a family you can be oblivious to the negative influences on social media."

Prof Vivian Hill @bps-decp.bsky.social discussing issues around toxic masculinity & the impact of social media on teenagers & families on @bbc5live.bsky.social

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Doctor and patient talking in a doctor's surgery, with a computer and examination table visible.

For those signed off with long-term sickness, it’s vital recovery remains the priority.

Our president, Dr Roman Raczka, responds to the government's decision to place job advisors in GP surgeries and hospitals to support patients' return to work: www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-res...

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